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Liberux NEXX Linux phone with RK3588S and 32GB RAM hits Indiegogo
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Over the past few years a number of companies including Pine64 and Purism have released smartphones designed to run mobile operating systems based on a mainline Linux kernel. But the Liberux NEXX is a work-in-progress Linux phone that could be the most powerful to date… if it actually makes it to mass production.
First introduced earlier this year, the NEXX features a 6.34 inch, 2400 x 1080 pixel OLED display, a Rockchip RK3588S processor, 32GB of memory, and 512GB of storage, as well as support for 5G networks. It’s basically a small Linux PC shaped like a phone. But it’s also the first device from a small team that doesn’t have the funding to really go from early prototype to full-fledged product yet. So Liberux has launched an Indiegogo crowdfunding campaign in hopes of raising over $1.6 million to complete the design, testing, and manufacturing of the phone.
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Cheap(er) Liberux NEXX Linux phone option coming soon (crowdfunding)
On paper the Liberux NEXX looks like it could be the most powerful smartphone to date that’s purpose-built to run free and open source GNU/Linux-based software. But it’s kind of a tough sell at this point for a few reasons: the NEXX is the first product from a company that’s never shipped anything before. The closest thing to a working prototype so far is just a mainboard. And when Liberux launched crowdfunding campaign this week the cheapest way to back the project was with a pledge of $1496.
Now the company says it plans to offer a lower-cost option. Starting on Monday, June 11th you’ll be able to opt for an entry-level model priced at €890 ($1015). That’s still not exactly cheap, but it’s at least cheaper.
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Liberux NEXX: Linux smartphone with kill switches, extensive connectivity and 32 GB RAM
The Liberux NEXX is a unique smartphone that prioritizes privacy, longevity and versatility. This is reflected in the kill switches, the 32 GB of RAM and the option of expanding storage up to 2 TB, and its desktop-capable features.
We've previously reported on the Liberux NEXX: the smartphone is now crowdfunding. Supporters will receive a smartphone for a contribution of approximately €1,300 (approx. $1480), although the financial risks typical of crowdfunding campaigns also apply here. Only a small portion of the target contribution has been reached and it remains to be seen whether the funding will actually reach its target. Delivery is scheduled for July 2026.
The unique aspect of the smartphone is its operating system, namely LiberuxOS, a Linux distribution based on Debian 13, which itself is characterized by enhanced stability, ease of use, long-term support and an extensive repository of software packages, catering to a wide range of user needs. Android can also be considered a Linux distribution, but comes with a de facto dependency on Google. Android applications should nevertheless still function on the Liberux NEXX.