This doesn't solve the problem, when asking for an alternative to Android. My issue with Android isn't just Google and privacy, but the fact that Android is pretty notoriously insecure at this point.
I've been carrying Windows but Microsoft just effectively announced end of life for the last two phones on my carrier.
Experience, incredible numbers of CVEs, arrogant yet meaningless statements from their security team over time which has convinced me they do not care. Lack of commitment to update distribution.
Heck, Fuchsia is built with a reasonable security model, most work on Android goes into making excuses for theirs.
At least if I'm carrying something obscure the likelihood of being targeted is low.
I don't have the time or desire to do what's required to securely operate on the Android platform.
I've been carrying Windows but Microsoft just effectively announced end of life for the last two phones on my carrier.