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TriangleEdge
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We should have the ability to run any code we want...
> building new operating systems to run on mobile hardware is impossible, or at least much harder than it should be.
Why isn't there a linux flavor for phones with an app store?
m4rtink
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There is Sailfish os Ubuntu Touch, you can run Fedora and Debian rebuilds on phones. I think it is finally getting there & all this Google and Apple bullshit will hopefully make it move faster and be more attractive to people. :)
littlecranky67
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The same reason why linux isn't broadly used on PCs: Lack of hardware support and drivers.
fsflover
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Yes, PureOS, Mobian, postmarketOS and more.
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Why isn't there a linux flavor for phones with an app store?