Ubuntu Phone AlternativesOperating Systems & Mobile Os like Ubuntu Phone

Ubuntu Phone is described as 'Ubuntu now runs on phones. With a beautifully designed, easy-to-use interface that enables users to find content and switch between apps faster than ever, it represents the alternative open source OS the mobile industry has been waiting for' and is a operating system in the os & utilities category. There are more than 10 alternatives to Ubuntu Phone for a variety of platforms, including Linux, Android, Linux Mobile, Self-Hosted and Android Auto apps. The best Ubuntu Phone alternative is Android, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Ubuntu Phone are Ubuntu Touch, Plasma Mobile, Sailfish OS and Fairphone Open.

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  1. Android icon

    Android

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    Open-source mobile OS developed by Google, based on the Linux kernel. It supports app development in Java and Kotlin. Compatible with various devices, offering seamless integration with Google services, customizable interface, and extensive app ecosystem for smartphones and tablets.

    45 Android alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • Android Auto
    • Android SDK
    • Android Wear
    • Android TV
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    • Android is the most popular Android & Android Tablet alternative to Ubuntu Phone.

    • Android is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to Ubuntu Phone.

    • Android is Free and Open SourceUbuntu Phone is also Free and Open Source
    • Android is CustomizableUbuntu Phone is not according to our users
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    Ubuntu Touch

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    Ubuntu Touch is the Ubuntu operating system for mobile phones originally created by Canonical and now developed by the UBports Community.

    43 Ubuntu Touch alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Linux
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    • Ubuntu Touch is the most popular Linux alternative to Ubuntu Phone.

    • Ubuntu Touch is Free and Open SourceUbuntu Phone is also Free and Open Source
    • Ubuntu Touch is Privacy focused, Security-focused, Customizable and LightweightUbuntu Phone is not according to our users
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    Sailfish OS

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    Sailfish OS is a European alternative to dominating mobile operating systems, and the only mobile OS offering an exclusive licensing model for local implementations.

    29 Sailfish OS alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Linux Mobile
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    • Sailfish OS is the most popular commercial alternative to Ubuntu Phone.

    • Sailfish OS is Paid and ProprietaryUbuntu Phone is Free and Open Source
    • Sailfish OS is MinimalisticUbuntu Phone is not according to our users
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    Fairphone Open

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    alternative, open source version of Fairphone OS, built by Fairphone, that puts transparency and ownership in the spotlight.

    45 Fairphone Open alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Android
     
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    Tizen OS

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    Open source Linux-based platform designed for smartphones, tablets, netbooks, automotive infotainment, and smart TVs, offering scalable compatibility, advanced multimedia, touch support, Application Compatibility Layer for Android apps, 3D UI, and multitasking.

    80 Tizen OS alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Linux Mobile
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  9. iOS icon

    iOS

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    iOS is a mobile operating system designed by Apple for its iPhone and iPad devices. It offers a user-friendly interface, intuitive features, and seamless integration with other Apple products. With iOS, you can access a wide range of apps, games, and multimedia content, as well...

    26 iOS alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • iPhone
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    • iOS is the most popular iPhone alternative to Ubuntu Phone.

    • iOS is Paid and ProprietaryUbuntu Phone is Free and Open Source
    • iOS is Privacy focused and Security-focusedUbuntu Phone is not according to our users
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    webOS Open Source Edition

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    webOS is a web-centric and usability-focused software platform for smart devices. The operating system has constantly evolved, passing through its journey from Palm to HP, and most recently to LG Electronics.

    37 webOS Open Source Edition alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Linux
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    QtMoko

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    QtMoko is debian distribution for Linux based SmartPhones, like Openmoko Freerunner and Goldelico's GTA04 phone. Phone and user interface is based on QT Extendeded formerly known as Qtopia..

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Self-Hosted
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    • QtMoko is the most popular Self-Hosted alternative to Ubuntu Phone.

    • QtMoko is Free and Open SourceUbuntu Phone is also Free and Open Source
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    B2G OS

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    B2G is a community maintained open source operating system for smartphones, tablets, smart TVs and other connected devices. The project was started in 2011 and is based on the Linux kernel and Gecko rendering engine.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Self-Hosted
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    Astian OS

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    Astian OS is an operating system that is based on the discontinued Firefox OS, development by Astian Foundation, thus allowing support for mobile devices, TV's, and other devices. Astian OS is completely free and open.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Self-Hosted
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