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Linux phones are smartphones which run Linux distributions, most of which are versions of famous Linux distributions modified to run well on a mobile device. Linux phones are not mainstream. However, many people speculate that they will as popular as Android phones in a few years.
Linux phones have numerous advantages. Firstly, they are privacy friendly. They run Linux distributions which are known for reduced tracking. Next, they allow people to flash any operating system they like and have complete customizability unlike Android and iOS.
Some famous Linux phones are:
All of these phones have kill-switches, which are physical switches that you can turn on or off that toggle the cameras, microphone, Wi-Fi, modems and more to prevent tracking.