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Google is Bringing Linux to Android. Here’s Why That Matters

Google’s decision to roll out Linux on Android is one of the most significant updates the platform has seen in years. While Android has always had Linux at its core, this new development goes beyond ...
Android Police

Google finally sheds light on what its new Linux terminal app is for (and what it isn't)

Karandeep Singh Oberoi is a Durham College Journalism and Mass Media graduate who joined the Android Police team in April 2024, after serving as a full-time News Writer at Canadian publication ...
Liliputing

Lindroid is an Android app that lets you run Linux in a container, with support for hardware-acceleration

Lindroid is a new open source app that lets you install a GNU/Linux distro on an Android device and run Linux applications with full support for your phone’s hardware. It does this by putting Linux ...
Hackaday

Lindroid Promises True Linux On Android

Since Android uses Linux, you’d think it would be easier to run Linux apps on your Android phone or tablet. There are some solutions out there, but the experience is usually less than stellar. A new ...
Linux Journal

Bringing Desktop Linux GUIs to Android: The Next Step in Graphical App Support

Android has long been focused on running mobile apps, but in recent years, features aimed at developers and power users have begun pushing its boundaries. One exciting frontier: running full Linux ...