Canonical releases Ubuntu Phone OS

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Lesicnik1

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Canonical just announced their mobile OS called Ubuntu Mobile
Now, you're probably wondering why I put this in the GNex general.
Let me tell you.
The dev phone at this phase for UM is the one and only, Galaxy Nexus.
As seen here: http://www.engadget.com/2013/01/02/ubuntu-for-smartphones/
And in pretty much every picture of it on http://www.ubuntu.com/devices/phone

I made this thread for discussion, speculation and the likes :)

So, how long do you think until the first build is avalable for us?

UPDATE: Everything we know so far (basic information and release times) are here:
http://www.reddit.com/r/Android/comments/18y9ij/when_this_post_is_3_hours_old_canonical_will/

Official instructions for installation (You need to have a Ubuntu/compatable Linux distribution installed):
https://wiki.ubuntu.com/Touch/Install
Easiest way to install the preview image:
(Method discovered by eng.stk)
For people wondering about install (tried with TWRP):

1. Nandroid backup
2. Factory Reset
3. Grab quantal-preinstalled-armel+maguro.zip (MD5: e4c9c5601019ec7ce24f43f317361982) and quantal-preinstalled-phablet-armhf.zip (MD5: edd3c43909a6e73ac254b2673d40cc53) from http://cdimage.ubuntu.com/ubuntu-touch-preview/quantal/mwc-demo/
4. Flash quantal-preinstalled-armel+maguro.zip
5. Flash quantal-preinstalled-phablet-armhf.zip (this one will take a while, grab some coffee :laugh:)
6. Reboot (screen will go black but after a few seconds Ubuntu is up)
7. Profit :highfive:

This install didn't wiped my sdcard. I just restored my TWRP backup after a short Ubuntu testdrive.
If you are paranoid, just copy your stuf from SDCARD to your PC before flashing.
How to go back to Android?
It's easy.
You can either restore the Nandroid backup you made earlier (assuming you followed the instructions all the way) or just flash a ROM. It's as easy as that.
 
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andes85

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I don't care as long as it's soon! Both Ubuntu for android and Ubuntu phone OS look awesome. They teased this over a year ago though... So I'm not crossing any fingers.

Sent from my Galaxy Nexus using xda app-developers app
 

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Canonical just announced their mobile OS called Ubuntu Mobile
Now, you're probably wondering why I put this in the GNex general.
Let me tell you.
The dev phone at this phase for UM is the one and only, Galaxy Nexus.
As seen here: http://www.engadget.com/2013/01/02/ubuntu-for-smartphones/
And in pretty much every picture of it on http://www.ubuntu.com/devices/phone

I made this thread for discussion, speculation and the likes :)

So, how long do you think until the first build is avalable for us?

This actually looks better than android to me! CANT WAIT :D
 
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As already teased and promised, today Canonical is taking the wraps off the mobile version of Ubuntu, which is built around the existing Android kernel and drivers, but doesn't use a Java Virtual Machine and promises to use "the full power of the phone." Supporting both ARM and x86 processors, the Ubuntu phone OS will be compatible enough to let Android phone makers run it on their devices with minimal adaptation.

source:http://www.theverge.com/2013/1/2/3827922/ubuntu-phone-os-announcement
 
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Lesicnik1

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I don't care as long as it's soon! Both Ubuntu for android and Ubuntu phone OS look awesome. They teased this over a year ago though... So I'm not crossing any fingers.

Sent from my Galaxy Nexus using xda app-developers app
Actually, what they teased (if I remember correctly) is an Android phone, which when docked, puts Ubuntu on an external display.

This is similar, but instead of Android, you have Ubuntu Mobile
 

Fil-A

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Where can I find a flashable image? I must flash it!!!
Can't wait..
Finally an OS without Java virtual machine! Is it true...?? :D
 
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andes85

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Ubuntu.com/devices they have both Ubuntu os and Ubuntu for android

Sent from my Galaxy Nexus using xda app-developers app
 

Cimi86

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Canonical just announced their mobile OS called Ubuntu Mobile
Now, you're probably wondering why I put this in the GNex general.
Let me tell you.
The dev phone at this phase for UM is the one and only, Galaxy Nexus.
As seen here: http://www.engadget.com/2013/01/02/ubuntu-for-smartphones/
And in pretty much every picture of it on http://www.ubuntu.com/devices/phone

I made this thread for discussion, speculation and the likes :)

So, how long do you think until the first build is avalable for us?
Installing Ubuntu on your phone is very easy, you can do this from cwm...
I will keep you guys updated once we release the img files!
 

carstairs

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Glad to see the market moving towards unifying our devices. My only hesitancy is that I use Google Voice for SMS and calls, though no VOIP. I'd need support for that and I'd have to see if Ubuntu One can rival Google Music (or if Google Music will find its way over). Since Voice and Music have both found their way over to iOS in various forms, I'm hopeful and excited. Ubuntu already has good integration with most Google services and it's all Linux so I'm optimistic for support.
 

Febby

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That looks so beautiful! I'm not very knowledgeable with this project so I have a question, will it be able to possibly run android applications native or is going to be huge different overhaul of an OS.

edit: NVM, it would appear as if not after reading through their site a bit... But do feel free to tell me. :D
 

insane08

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That looks so beautiful! I'm not very knowledgeable with this project so I have a question, will it be able to possibly run android applications native or is going to be huge different overhaul of an OS.

edit: NVM, it would appear as if not after reading through their site a bit... But do feel free to tell me. :D

Yea unfortunately you will not be able to run android apps, it will have it's own specific market place. They have already put up some tips on developing for mobile so Im sure some people have already gotten a head start on it :fingers-crossed: using html 5 or native apps..

Really can not wait for this, I keep checking the website and thread for updates..would be awesome to see a release this week as a surprise. :good:
 
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ppsudeki

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I would love to try this when it is available.. totally awesome

Sent from my Galaxy Nexus using xda premium
 
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    Canonical just announced their mobile OS called Ubuntu Mobile
    Now, you're probably wondering why I put this in the GNex general.
    Let me tell you.
    The dev phone at this phase for UM is the one and only, Galaxy Nexus.
    As seen here: http://www.engadget.com/2013/01/02/ubuntu-for-smartphones/
    And in pretty much every picture of it on http://www.ubuntu.com/devices/phone

    I made this thread for discussion, speculation and the likes :)

    So, how long do you think until the first build is avalable for us?

    UPDATE: Everything we know so far (basic information and release times) are here:
    http://www.reddit.com/r/Android/comments/18y9ij/when_this_post_is_3_hours_old_canonical_will/

    Official instructions for installation (You need to have a Ubuntu/compatable Linux distribution installed):
    https://wiki.ubuntu.com/Touch/Install
    Easiest way to install the preview image:
    (Method discovered by eng.stk)
    For people wondering about install (tried with TWRP):

    1. Nandroid backup
    2. Factory Reset
    3. Grab quantal-preinstalled-armel+maguro.zip (MD5: e4c9c5601019ec7ce24f43f317361982) and quantal-preinstalled-phablet-armhf.zip (MD5: edd3c43909a6e73ac254b2673d40cc53) from http://cdimage.ubuntu.com/ubuntu-touch-preview/quantal/mwc-demo/
    4. Flash quantal-preinstalled-armel+maguro.zip
    5. Flash quantal-preinstalled-phablet-armhf.zip (this one will take a while, grab some coffee :laugh:)
    6. Reboot (screen will go black but after a few seconds Ubuntu is up)
    7. Profit :highfive:

    This install didn't wiped my sdcard. I just restored my TWRP backup after a short Ubuntu testdrive.
    If you are paranoid, just copy your stuf from SDCARD to your PC before flashing.
    How to go back to Android?
    It's easy.
    You can either restore the Nandroid backup you made earlier (assuming you followed the instructions all the way) or just flash a ROM. It's as easy as that.
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    Do you work for canonical?

    Yes...

    ---------- Post added at 12:19 PM ---------- Previous post was at 12:17 PM ----------

    Only question I have, if I load this onto my Galaxy Nexus, how easy will it be to re-install Android if I don't like it?

    If Canonical get this right then more people might give it a try, if getting Android back is to differ-cult then not sure I'll attempt it.
    It's as easy as flashing a new rom... you flash ubuntu from cwm and you have ubuntu, go back to the recovery and flash android or your backup
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    Install Ubuntu the easy way

    For people wondering about install (tried with TWRP):

    1. Nandroid backup
    2. Factory Reset
    3. Grab quantal-preinstalled-armel+maguro.zip (MD5: e4c9c5601019ec7ce24f43f317361982) and quantal-preinstalled-phablet-armhf.zip (MD5: edd3c43909a6e73ac254b2673d40cc53) from http://cdimage.ubuntu.com/ubuntu-touch-preview/quantal/mwc-demo/
    4. Flash quantal-preinstalled-armel+maguro.zip
    5. Flash quantal-preinstalled-phablet-armhf.zip (this one will take a while, grab some coffee :laugh:)
    6. Reboot (screen will go black but after a few seconds Ubuntu is up)
    7. Profit :highfive:

    This install didn't wiped my sdcard. I just restored my TWRP backup after a short Ubuntu testdrive.
    If you are paranoid, just copy your stuf from SDCARD to your PC before flashing.
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    Canonical just announced their mobile OS called Ubuntu Mobile
    Now, you're probably wondering why I put this in the GNex general.
    Let me tell you.
    The dev phone at this phase for UM is the one and only, Galaxy Nexus.
    As seen here: http://www.engadget.com/2013/01/02/ubuntu-for-smartphones/
    And in pretty much every picture of it on http://www.ubuntu.com/devices/phone

    I made this thread for discussion, speculation and the likes :)

    So, how long do you think until the first build is avalable for us?
    Installing Ubuntu on your phone is very easy, you can do this from cwm...
    I will keep you guys updated once we release the img files!
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