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Why Linux Smartphones Aren't As Popular As They Should Be

Posted by Roy Schestowitz on Aug 27, 2022

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Linux smartphones aren't as popular as they should be for several reasons, some of which include the duopoly of Android and Apple and lack of enough native phone apps. Linux technology has always been a powerhouse when used properly and offers many features such as increased privacy, a seamless desktop interface, and enhanced control. Operating systems have competed for users in both the mobile and desktop space, from Apple's macOS and iOS, to Google's Android and Chrome OS, to Microsoft's Windows, but Linux is rarely considered due to its lack of market share.

Android and iOS have dominated the smartphone market for a long time. Other mobile operating systems, including Microsoft's Windows Phone, have failed to break through and reach a large audience. Linux is an operating system that can be installed on almost any desktop or laptop, is open-source, free, and provides many distributions to choose from to satisfy any user's needs. When it comes to Linux though, there is a much greater learning curve, fewer supported applications, and more troubleshooting.

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Linux for mobile devices is already being used widely on smartphones, without most users even realizing this. Android is based on the Linux kernel, and Linux powers Android's operating system.

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