While GrapheneOS, known for its high security, introduces the latest Android 17 solely to older Google Pixel models, LineageOS offers a more adaptable option by supporting over 100 different device models from various manufacturers with its Android 16-based system. The present version, LineageOS 23, extends the life of older devices by providing them with updates they no longer receive officially.
The development team is actively working on the next version, LineageOS 24, which will be based on Android 17. However, as is customary within the community, no specific release date has been announced yet.
LineageOS: Android 16 without bloatware
LineageOS
LineageOS is a custom Android operating system derived from the open-source Android code (AOSP). The latest iteration, LineageOS 23, is built on Android 16 and is developed by an international community rather than a single manufacturer. The project aims to extend the usability of smartphones by keeping them updated and offering users greater control over their devices.
Introduced in 2016 as the successor to CyanogenMod, LineageOS has evolved into a leading alternative Android platform. It provides support for a wide range of smartphones and tablets from various brands, including Samsung, Xiaomi, Motorola, Sony, OnePlus, and Google.
One of the significant benefits of LineageOS over original manufacturer software is the absence of pre-installed apps, advertisements, and unnecessary services. Users have the autonomy to choose what they want to install. Those who require Google services can add them through a suitable package, while others who prefer minimal data sharing with Google can use the system mostly without Google services.
Key benefits include:
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