Why Haven’t More Mobile Operating Systems Become Mainstream?
There are many desktop operating systems, including several open-source ones built around Linux. On phones, though, it seems like almost everyone uses either iOS or Android. Why haven't…
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Why are Android and iOS the only dominant mobile operating systems?
There are many operating systems for computers, including open-source options based on Linux. Why hasn't a similarly independent, widely adopted open-source operating system emerged for smartphones? Android is…
What Made Custom Android ROMs Less Popular?
About 10–15 years ago, custom Android ROMs seemed like a major part of the enthusiast scene. Unlocking the bootloader, rooting the phone, and installing a lightweight ROM could…
Looking for a Modular Phone to Boost My Privacy
I'm really concerned about privacy with all the surveillance happening these days. I'm on the hunt for a modular phone that allows me to easily add or remove…