Frequently Asked Questions

Is Linux Mobile ready for widespread use?

Linux Mobile is not yet ready for widespread use. Even though it is evolving quickly, it is still under active and heavy development.
For now, it is best not to recommend a Linux Mobile device to friends or family members who expect a fully polished everyday phone experience.

How to contribute to the Linux Mobile ecosystem?

You can contribute by reporting bugs, fixing issues, adding features, testing software, and giving feedback.
A non-exhaustive list of involved projects is available on the Stack page.
Donations also help support development.

What is a mainline or close to mainline kernel?

A mainline kernel is the official Linux kernel maintained by the Linux kernel community led by Linus Torvalds.
It is the base for most Linux distributions.
A close-to-mainline kernel includes extra changes that are not yet part of mainline.