# Alcatel on The No Agenda Show

Alcatel comes up in 9 chapters across 9 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from October 2018 to July 2020.

- **Chapters:** 9
- **Episodes:** 9
- **Discussed:** October 2018 – July 2020
- **Related topics:** [Privacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/privacy.md), [Flip Phone](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/flip-phone.md), [Kaios](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kaios.md), [Location Data](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/location-data.md), [Otg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/otg.md), [23andme](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/23andme.md), [Australia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/australia.md), [Battery Life](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/battery-life.md), [Cbp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cbp.md), [Contact Tracing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/contact-tracing.md)

## Chapters 1–9 of 9

### Off the Grid Lifestyle, Flip Phone Benefits

- **Episode:** [1264: Mask Debate](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1264-mask-debate.md)
- **Published:** 2020-07-30
- **Time:** 2:12:13–2:15:18
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1264-mask-debate/chapter/off-the-grid-lifestyle-flip-phone-benefits.md

A listener shares the benefits of switching from a smartphone to an Alcatel Go Flip 3, embracing an "Off the Grid" (OTG) lifestyle. The transition resulted in reduced distractions, better social manners, and the reclamation of a natural sense of direction without reliance on Google Maps. The "tech minimalism" movement is presented as a way for individuals to regain control over their lives from invasive technology.

Keywords: alcatel go flip 3, [otg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/otg.md), [digital detox](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/digital-detox.md), [google maps](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google-maps.md), tech minimalism

### Producer Credits, Alcatel Go Flip 3 Recommendation

- **Episode:** [1238: Sake Stock](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1238-sake-stock.md)
- **Published:** 2020-05-03
- **Time:** 1:28:13–1:33:56
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1238-sake-stock/chapter/producer-credits-alcatel-go-flip-3-recommendation.md

Anonymous in Chicago and other producers contributed to the show using their government stimulus checks. One producer confirmed the purchase of an Alcatel Go Flip 3 to avoid the "medical surveillance state" associated with smartphones. The hosts noted that flip phones with hotspot capabilities are becoming a popular choice for privacy-conscious listeners looking to minimize their digital footprint.

Keywords: [alcatel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alcatel.md), [flip phone](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/flip-phone.md), [privacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/privacy.md), [stimulus check](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stimulus-check.md), [value for value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md)

### Contact Tracing Apps and the Alcatel GoFlip 3

- **Episode:** [1237: Imbleachment](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1237-imbleachment.md)
- **Published:** 2020-04-30
- **Time:** 2:18:59–2:23:04
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1237-imbleachment/chapter/contact-tracing-apps-and-the-alcatel-goflip-3.md

Australia launches a contact tracing app to identify people who have been near COVID-19 patients, despite privacy concerns. The hosts recommend using an Alcatel GoFlip 3 flip phone to avoid being tracked by government and tech companies. They discuss how data from smartphone direction apps is already being used to monitor public compliance with social distancing measures.

Keywords: alcatel goflip 3, [contact tracing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/contact-tracing.md), [australia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/australia.md), [sky news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sky-news.md), [privacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/privacy.md)

### Mobile App Location Tracking and Border Enforcement

- **Episode:** [1216: Rando](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1216-rando.md)
- **Published:** 2020-02-16
- **Time:** 1:52:23–1:58:33
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1216-rando/chapter/mobile-app-location-tracking-and-border-enforcement.md

The Trump administration has reportedly purchased commercial databases of cell phone location data for use by ICE and CBP in immigration enforcement. This data, harvested from ordinary weather and gaming apps, was used to discover a drug smuggling tunnel in Arizona. The hosts advocate for an "Off The Grid" (OTG) lifestyle, recommending basic "flip" phones to minimize data aggregation.

Keywords: [wall street journal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wall-street-journal.md), [ice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ice.md), [cbp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cbp.md), [location data](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/location-data.md), [privacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/privacy.md), [alcatel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alcatel.md)

### Data Privacy, Alcatel Flip Phones, and 23andMe

- **Episode:** [1207: Imminent Threat](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1207-imminent-threat.md)
- **Published:** 2020-01-16
- **Time:** 1:45:02–1:48:33
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1207-imminent-threat/chapter/data-privacy-alcatel-flip-phones-and-23andme.md

In an effort to reduce their digital footprint, one host has switched to an Alcatel Go Flip 3 and a lightweight Lubuntu Linux installation. The discussion warns against the privacy risks of services like 23andMe, which recently sold drug rights developed from its genetic database. Additionally, government-funded "Obama phones" are reported to contain pre-installed, unremovable malware.

Keywords: [alcatel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alcatel.md), [23andme](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/23andme.md), [data privacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/data-privacy.md), [linux](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/linux.md), [malware](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/malware.md)

### Alcatel Go Flip 3 Review and iPhone Location Tracking

- **Episode:** [1196: Clinton Kildepstein](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1196-clinton-kildepstein.md)
- **Published:** 2019-12-08
- **Time:** 2:14:11–2:16:56
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1196-clinton-kildepstein/chapter/alcatel-go-flip-3-review-and-iphone-location-tracking.md

A review of the Alcatel Go Flip 3 praises its call quality but criticizes a software glitch that prevents a clean "click" disconnect. Separately, Apple confirmed that the iPhone 11 Pro continues to collect location data even when tracking is disabled, calling it "desired behavior."

Keywords: [alcatel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alcatel.md), [flip phone](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/flip-phone.md), iphone 11 pro, [location data](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/location-data.md), [privacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/privacy.md)

### Alcatel Go Flip 3, Off-The-Grid Phone Review

- **Episode:** [1191: No Sweat](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1191-no-sweat.md)
- **Published:** 2019-11-21
- **Time:** 1:47:41–1:56:53
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1191-no-sweat/chapter/alcatel-go-flip-3-off-the-grid-phone-review.md

The Alcatel Go Flip 3 is reviewed as a primary device for an "Off-The-Grid" (OTG) lifestyle. Running on KaiOS, the phone provides basic functionality like 4G LTE, SMS, and a hotspot without the addictive "zombie" qualities of a standard smartphone. The host emphasizes that reducing data feedback to major tech companies is the primary goal of switching to such a device.

Keywords: alcatel go flip 3, [kaios](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kaios.md), [otg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/otg.md), [smartphone addiction](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/smartphone-addiction.md), [privacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/privacy.md)

### Facebook Data Breach and Alcatel Flip Phone

- **Episode:** [1075: CIA Paid Me](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1075-cia-paid-me.md)
- **Published:** 2018-10-07
- **Time:** 2:34:20–2:37:17
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1075-cia-paid-me/chapter/facebook-data-breach-and-alcatel-flip-phone.md

A 50 million user breach at Facebook has compromised access tokens, potentially allowing hackers to log into other sites using Facebook credentials. In contrast to modern tech issues, a host praises the seven-day standby battery life of his Alcatel flip phone.

Keywords: [facebook](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/facebook.md), [data breach](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/data-breach.md), [alcatel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alcatel.md), [battery life](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/battery-life.md), [privacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/privacy.md)

### OTG Phone Review, Alcatel Quickflip, KaiOS

- **Episode:** [1073: Boof a Lemon](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1073-boof-a-lemon.md)
- **Published:** 2018-10-01
- **Time:** 2:18:27–2:25:50
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1073-boof-a-lemon/chapter/otg-phone-review-alcatel-quickflip-kaios.md

A review of the Alcatel Quickflip (sold via Cricket) identifies it as a superior "Off The Grid" (OTG) phone for under $40. Running an early version of KaiOS (based on Firefox OS), the phone offers excellent battery life and a fast browser without the heavy tracking of modern smartphones. Users are warned not to log into Google services on the device, as Google cannot currently identify the OS, which is viewed as a significant privacy benefit.

Keywords: [alcatel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alcatel.md), quickflip, [kaios](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kaios.md), [google](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google.md), firefox os

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