This pull request add UnifiedPush support to Molly. (Issue #88)
There will still be some changes and some elements are still missing, but it can now start to be reviewed and tested.
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Data encryption at rest - Protect the database with passphrase encryption
Secure RAM wiper - Securely shred sensitive data from device memory
Automatic lock - Lock the app automatically under certain conditions
Multi-device support – Link multiple devices, including Android tablets, to a single account
Block unknown contacts - Block messages and calls from unknown senders for security and anti-spam
Contact deletion - Allows you to delete contacts and stop sharing your profile
Disappearing call history - Clear call notifications together with expiring messages
Debug logs are optional - Android logging can be disabled
Custom backup scheduling - Choose between a daily or weekly interval and the number of backups to retain
SOCKS proxy and Tor support - Tunnel app network traffic via proxy and Orbot
Besides that, you will find all the features of Signal plus some minor tweaks and improvements. As with Signal, SMS is not supported.
Molly is open-source just like Signal. But Signal uses Google’s proprietary software to provide some key features.
To support a 100% free and auditable app, Molly comes in two flavors: one with proprietary blobs like Signal and one without. They are called Molly and Molly-FOSS, respectively.
Can I ask what’s wrong with the standard Signal app?
From their GitHub: