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The Discussion on Linux-based Phones.


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  • Phone lifespan increases to 10+ years.
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  • Postmarket OS
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cross-posted from: https://sh.itjust.works/post/28677404

Hey everyone, I'm going insane due to a lack of creative project. I've written an app already but I haven't gotten around to publishing it yet. I'd like to know what kind of apps you'd like to see created for mobile Linux. I prefer easier, bite-sized projects over particularly large ones, but I'd love to hear your ideas nevertheless.

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[–] [email protected] 10 points 4 months ago* (last edited 4 months ago)

Rather than app, the top feature I'd say is:

  • the ease/accessibility in installing on any modern smartphone disregarding the need to buy a Linux specific & compatible smartphone
[–] [email protected] 3 points 4 months ago (1 children)

The most important ones that come to my mind:

  • Maps (like Google Maps, just FOSS) ideally with transportation routing for every country. This could be a lot of work and is definitely not a "small project".

  • Browser (like Firefox). Like 50% of everything I do happens through the browser.

  • File Explorer, PDF viewer, ...

maybe some puzzle games to play when bored. I don't really use much else.

Oh and a Youtube alternative would be nice, but not necessary. You can already visit some through the browser.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 4 months ago

Firefox is available for PostmarketOS, it's almost fully usable.

[–] [email protected] 3 points 4 months ago (1 children)

Biggest complaint and why I see folks using waydroid is for banking apps.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 4 months ago

My bank has mobile web version. I was surprised by this.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 4 months ago (1 children)

The only app keeping me from throwing my Android phone to trash is Kore to share media URLs directly to Kodi on my TV.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 4 months ago (1 children)
[–] [email protected] 1 points 4 months ago

Thanks. Ill try that

[–] [email protected] 1 points 4 months ago (1 children)
[–] [email protected] 2 points 4 months ago

Technically, it is already here. However, the UX of the desktop client is awkward.