In addition to the well-known alternatives such as iOS and Windows Phone, there are also a few operating systems for your smartphone that are closer to Android. Some of them have similar approaches, but are still different. Are you just looking for an alternative to Android because Google's services are getting on your nerves? In this article, we will show you how to run Android system without Google.
LineageOS
LineageOS is an operating system that is roughly based on current Android versions, but gives the user more options than the Google-bound Android. So far it is not possible to install LineageOS on all devices, only on supported devices. The operating system must be downloaded from the Internet as a ROM. By the way, LineageOS is a successor to an outdated Android alternative called Cyanogenmod. Cyanogenmod or now also LineageOS is the operating system that is often used after flashing the Android device. So you have a very Android-like user interface, but you are more independent of large companies like Google. This article explains how to flash your Android device and reload Android.
Replicant
Replicant is a free and free Android distribution or free custom ROM. The basic functions and content of Android are retained, while great importance is attached to the protection of privacy and freedom. Unfortunately, Replicant does not run on all Android smartphones and tablets. The system is already available, especially for Samsung Galaxys and Nexus devices. A complete list of supported devices can be found here. The operating system is sponsored by the Free Software Foundation. This is an NGO foundation that supports the developers of free software. By the way: The name of the operating system "Replicant" is derived from the replicant androids from the Blade Runner films..
Linux-based operating systems
Android devices can also be equipped with an operating system that runs on Linux, such as Ubuntu Touch, Plasma mobile or PureOS. Due to the close connection to Linux, you have a lot more options here than if you are using Android. Here, too, the lack of dependency on Google is a big plus. However, some Linux-based systems are still very experimental and can hardly be used on any devices. The general compatibility is missing so far. Furthermore, one or the other bug is to be expected. The various operating systems are all relatively similar in their structure - you can tell that they have the same Linux origins. In this article we will show you how to install Linux on your smartphone.
