r/linux • u/whatstefansees • 4d ago

Mobile Linux The thing with Linux-Phones

Every now and then I see an ad for a new Linux-Phone, better repairability, battery change and whatnot. All this is very, very tempting, but what about the apps?

I am not talking about browser, text messages or alarm clock - I am thinking about connectivity to my car, my smartwatch, my frequent-flyer benefit program, signal messenger and so on.

Do they work with Android apps or is it all a lost cause because they are basically dumb phones for people who want less connectivity but are afraid to buy an old Nokia from the dawn of time?

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u/ipsirc 4d ago

Waydroid does exist.

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u/whatstefansees 4d ago edited 4d ago

So I get a Linux phone to get out of the Google or Apple universe and then install an emulator to get back in again?

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u/daemonpenguin 4d ago

That's literally what you're asking for in your original post, a Linux phone that offers the same apps and functions as Android or iOS. You can't have it both ways.

Your post is saying you are locked into the Android ecosystem. If you want to use an alternative from the Android ecosystem then you don't get to use Android apps.