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What OS can I install on a Samsung GT-I8730? (sh.itjust.works)

submitted 8 months ago by [email protected] to c/[email protected]

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Hi everyone!

I have to use an iPhone for work but I have an old Samsung GT-I8730 lying around.

It’s a really old phone but it seems to work well on its base Android OS, so I would want to experiment a bit with it.

I have experience with Linux distributions on my computers, but I’ve never installed an alternative OS. That’s why I’m looking for advices on what I could install on such an old piece of hardware.

I’ve always been interested in /e/os as I think it would still allow me to use my (swiss) banking apps, but I’d be interested in any distribution which might also make it possible.

If no OS would make such a thing possible, I would just want to know what I could install on this device to experience a bit.

Thanks in advance for your help!

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[–] [email protected] 4 points 8 months ago* (last edited 8 months ago) (1 children)

I don't believe the GT-I8730 is supported by PostmarketOS (nor Mobian).

[–] [email protected] 3 points 8 months ago

Well then do you know if it could run any alternative OS, just for the fun Of tinkering?