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Linux Phones

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The Discussion on Linux-based Phones.


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[–] CameronDev@programming.dev 3 points 2 days ago

At least with the subscription model, they have a clear business plan for sustainment. Other phones often have no plan (cheapo phones with no support at all) or make claims for support, but with no clearly set aside funds, its not possible to know if they can actually provide the support.