Top 15 B2G OS Alternative and Similar Softwares | Apr 2024

B2G is a community maintained open source operating system for smartphones, tablets, smart TVs and other connected devices. The project was started in 2011 and is based on the Linux kernel and Gecko rendering engine. The entire user interface is built using web technologies (HTML, CSS and JavaScript) and can be used to launch and use web applications. Since Mozilla discontinued their commercial Firefox OS smartphone program the smartphone part of the project is entirely maintained by Mozilla's volunteer community, and branded as B2G OS. ...

1. H5OS

H5OS H5OS is a mobile OS based on Firefox OS developed by Acadine Technologies. H5OS is a dynamic, scalable operating systems software / service platform based on open standard web technologies, that leverages the existing extensive web ecosystem and fosters open participation and enhances device makers’ freedom to innovate.......

2. QtMoko

QtMoko QtMoko is debian distribution for Linux based SmartPhones, like Openmoko Freerunner and Goldelico's GTA04 phone. Phone and user interface is based on QT Extendeded formerly known as Qtopia........

3. Sailfish OS

Sailfish OS Mobile-optimized with the flexibility, ubiquity and stability of the Linux core and a cutting edge user experience built with the renowned Qt™ platform.......

4. Symbian

Symbian Symbian was a mobile operating system (OS) and computing platform designed for smartphones and currently maintained by Accenture. Symbian was originally developed by Symbian Ltd., as a descendant of Psion's EPOC and runs exclusively on ARM processors, although an unreleased x86 port existed. The current form of Symbian is an......

5. Ubuntu

Ubuntu Ubuntu is a community developed, Linux-based operating system that is perfect for laptops, desktops and servers. It contains all the applications you need - a web browser, presentation, document and spreadsheet software, instant messaging and much more. It is also available for phones ( http://www.ubuntu.com/devices/phone ) and tablets ( http://www.ubuntu.com/devices/tablet......

6. OxygenOS

OxygenOS OnePlus launches their own Lollipop-based ROM. Available now for download.......

7. Kali Nethunter

Kali Nethunter The Kali Linux NetHunter project is the first Open Source Android penetration testing platform for Nexus devices, created as a joint effort between the Kali community member “BinkyBear” and Offensive Security. NetHunter supports Wireless 802.11 frame injection, one-click MANA Evil Access Point setups, HID keyboard (Teensy like attacks), as well......

8. Ubuntu Phone

Ubuntu Phone Ubuntu now runs on phones. With a beautifully designed, easy-to-use interface that enables users to find content and switch between apps faster than ever, it represents the alternative open source OS the mobile industry has been waiting for. Ubuntu offers OEMs and network operators two key opportunities: a high-end experience......

9. BlackBerry OS

BlackBerry OS BlackBerry OS is a proprietary mobile operating system for the BlackBerry line of smartphones, both developed by BlackBerry Limited (formerly Research In Motion). BlackBerry 10 is based on QNX, a Unix-like operating system that was originally developed by QNX Software Systems until the company was acquired by BlackBerry in April......

10. Replicant

Replicant Replicant is a distribution of Android that is 100% Free Software.Most of Android is licensed freely under the Apache License 2.0. The Linux core is mostly Free Software under the GPLv2. However, there are numerous components of the default software stack on the devices that are proprietary software. Most notably,......

11. Android

Android Android is an operating system for mobile devices such as smartphones and tablet computers. It consists of a kernel based on the Linux kernel, with middleware, libraries and APIs written in C and application software running on an application framework which includes Java-compatible libraries based on Apache Harmony. Android has......

12. Firefox OS

Firefox OS Firefox OS uses the Open Web as a platform for mobile devices. Firefox OS is the newest open-source smartphone OS. Applications are written in HTML.......

13. iOS

iOS iOS is a mobile operating system developed by Apple Inc. and distributed exclusively for Apple hardware. It is the operating system that powers iPhone, iPad, iPod Touch, and Apple TV.Each main version of iOS / iPhone OS has introduced a big, main feature of the new version.- iPhone OS 1......

14. Windows Phone

Windows Phone Windows Phone is a mobile operating system developed by Microsoft. Some features include : Live Tiles, Kid's Corner, Photos + SkyDrive, Rooms. It also allows you to Take your Word docs, Excel spreadsheets, PowerPoint presentations and OneNote notebooks on the road, and automatically upload every photo and video you take......

15. Ubuntu Budgie

Ubuntu Budgie Ubuntu Budgie (previously budgie-remix) is an Ubuntu-based distribution featuring the Budgie desktop, originally developed by the Solus project. Written from scratch and integrating tightly with GNOME stack, Budgie focuses on simplicity and elegance, while also offering useful features, such as the Raven notification and customisation centre.......