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[#]: via: "https://itsfoss.com/linux-phones/"
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[#]: author: "Ankush Das https://itsfoss.com/author/ankush/"
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Linux Phones: Here are Your Options
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_**Brief:**_ _Linux phones could be the future to replace Android or iOS, but what are some of your options to give it a try?_
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While Android is based on a Linux kernel, it has been heavily modified. So, that does not make it a full-fledged Linux-based operating system.
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Google is trying to get the Android kernel close to the mainline Linux kernel, but that is still a distant dream.
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So, in that case, what are some of the options if you are looking for a Linux phone? A smartphone powered by a Linux operating system.
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It is not an easy decision to make because the options are super limited. Hence, I try to highlight some of the best Linux phones and a few different options from the mainstream choices.
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### Top Linux phones you can use today
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It is worth noting that the Linux phones mentioned here may not be able to replace your Android or iOS devices. So, make sure that you do some background research before making a purchase decision.
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**Note:** You need to carefully check the availability, expected shipping date, and risks of using a Linux phone. Most of the options are only suitable for enthusiasts or early adopters.
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#### 1\. PinePhone
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PinePhone is one of the most affordable and popular choices to consider as a promising Linux phone.
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It is not limited to a single operating system. You can try it with Manjaro with Plasma mobile OS, UBports, Sailfish OS, and others. PinePhone packs in some decent specifications that include a Quad-core processor and 2/3 Gigs of RAM. It does support a bootable microSD card to help you with installation, along with 16/32 GB eMMC storage options.
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The display is a basic 1440×720p IPS screen. You also get special privacy protection tweaks like kill switches for Bluetooth, microphones, and cameras.
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PinePhone also gives you an option to add custom hardware extensions using the six pogo pins available.
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The base edition (2 GB RAM and 16 GB storage) comes loaded with Manjaro by default and costs $149. And, the convergence edition (3 GB RAM / 32 GB storage) costs $199.
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[PinePhone][2]
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#### 2\. Fairphone
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Compared to others on the list, Fairphone is a commercial success. It is not a Linux smartphone, but it features a customized version of Android, i.e., Fairphone OS, and the option to opt for [/e/ OS][4], one of the [open-source Android alternatives][5]. Some community ports are available if you want to use the Linux operating system, but it could be a hit and miss.
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The Fairphone offers some decent specs, considering there are two different variants. You will find a 48 MP camera sensor for Fairphone 3+ and a full-HD display. Not to forget, you will also find decent Qualcomm processors powering the device.
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They focus on making smartphones that are sustainable and have been built using some amount of recycled plastic. Fairphone is also meant to be easily repairable.
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So, it is not just an option away from mainstream smartphones, but you will also be helping with protecting the environment if you opt for it.
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[Fairphone][6]
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### 3\. Librem 5
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[Librem 5][8] is a smartphone that focuses heavily on user privacy while featuring an open-source operating system, i.e., PureOS, not based on Android.
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The specifications offered are decent, with 3 Gigs of RAM and a quad-core Cortex A53 chipset. But, this is not something geared to compete with mainstream options. Hence, you may not find it as a value for money offering.
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It is aimed at enthusiasts who are interested in testing privacy-respecting smartphones in the process.
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Similar to others, Librem 5 also focuses on making the phone easily repairable by offering user-replaceable batteries.
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For privacy, you will notice kill switches for Bluetooth, Cameras, and microphones. They also promise security updates for years to come.
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[Librem 5][9]
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### 4\. Pro 1X
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An interesting smartphone that supports Ubuntu Touch, Lineage OS, and Android as well.
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It is not just a Linux smartphone but a mobile phone with a separate QWERTY keypad, which is rare to find these days.
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The Pro 1 X features a decent specification, including a Snapdragon 662 processor coupled with 6 GB of RAM. You also get a respectable AMOLED Full HD display with the Pro 1 X.
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The camera does not pack in anything crazy, but should be good enough for the most part.
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[Pro 1X][11]
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### 5\. Volla Phone
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An attractive offering that runs on Ubuntu Touch by UBports.
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It comes with a pre-built VPN and focuses on making the user experience easy. The operating system has been customized so that everything essential should be accessible quickly without organizing anything yourself.
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It packs in some impressive specifications that include an Octa-core MediaTek processor along with a 4700 mAh battery. You get a notch design resembling some of the latest smartphones available.
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[Volla Phone][13]
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### Wrapping Up
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Linux smartphones are not readily available and certainly not yet suitable for the masses.
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So, if you are an enthusiast or want to support the development of such phones, you can consider getting one of the devices.
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Do you already own one of these smartphones? Please don’t hesitate to share your experiences in the comments below.
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via: https://itsfoss.com/linux-phones/
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作者：[Ankush Das][a]
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选题：[lujun9972][b]
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[a]: https://itsfoss.com/author/ankush/
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[b]: https://github.com/lujun9972
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[1]: https://i1.wp.com/itsfoss.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/PinePhone-3.jpg?resize=800%2C800&ssl=1
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[2]: https://www.pine64.org/pinephone/
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[3]: https://i2.wp.com/itsfoss.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/fairphone.png?resize=360%2C600&ssl=1
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[4]: https://itsfoss.com/e-os-review/
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[5]: https://itsfoss.com/open-source-alternatives-android/
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[6]: https://shop.fairphone.com/en/
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[7]: https://i0.wp.com/itsfoss.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/librem-5.png?resize=800%2C450&ssl=1
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[8]: https://itsfoss.com/librem-linux-phone/
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[9]: https://puri.sm/products/librem-5/
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[10]: https://i0.wp.com/itsfoss.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/pro1x.jpg?resize=800%2C542&ssl=1
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[11]: https://www.fxtec.com/pro1x
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[12]: https://i2.wp.com/itsfoss.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/volla-smartphone.jpg?resize=695%2C391&ssl=1
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[13]: https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/volla-phone-free-your-mind-protect-your-privacy#/
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