2 ms·

I think what's missing is both a stable and cheap SoC, and a mass-produced open device with keyboard to load linux onto. If there was some stock phone with ave

I think what's missing is both a stable and cheap SoC, and a mass-produced open device with keyboard to load linux onto. If there was some stock phone with average specs that you could buy, like a Raspberry Pi, then I'd bet we'd see many more options in the same vein as the n900. I'm using an LG Cosmos 3 [1] and I'd kill even for access to modify the BrewMP OS and re-flash it. That's all I'm asking for! Even that seems impossible. [1] https://www.verizonwireless.com/basic-phones/cosmos-3/ https://www.verizonwireless.com/basic-phones/cosmos-3/

nextos 11y ago
Yep. I think it's mostly about mass production. Pyra, not really a phone, but can be used as one is the closest thing we have to something where you can install whatever OS you feel like. And it requires a very dedicated effort to bootstrap a project like this and keep costs within control. Many projects, like Neo900 (or even Jolla Tablet) have had loads of trouble trying to manufacture something that is affordable.