CopperheadOS
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Screenshot of CopperheadOS on a Nexus 5X
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| Developer | Copperhead Security |
|---|---|
| OS family | Unix-like |
| Working state | Current |
| Source model | Open source |
| Marketing target | Firmware replacement for Android Mobile Devices |
| Update method | Over-the-air (OTA), ROM Flashing |
| Package manager | F-Droid or APK |
| Official website | copperhead |
CopperheadOS is a source-available operating system for smartphones and tablet computers, based on the Android mobile platform. It is developed as open-source software based on the official releases of Android by Google, with added security features. Supported devices are currently limited to the Google Nexus line.[1][2][3]
History[edit]
In August 2016, CopperheadOS announced future versions of the operating system, based on Android Nougat, would be released under a no-commercial-usage license until more funding could be acquired.[4]
List of supported devices[edit]
The following is a list of devices that are supported by CopperheadOS:[5]
| Manufacturer | Model | Code Name |
|---|---|---|
| HTC | Nexus 9 | Flounder |
| LG | Nexus 5X | Bullhead |
| Huawei | Nexus 6P | Angler |
See also[edit]
References[edit]
- ^ Porup, J.M. (August 9, 2016). "Copperhead OS: The startup that wants to solve Android's woeful security". arstechnica.co.uk. Ars Technica UK.
- ^ Corbet, Jonathan (February 17, 2016). "CopperheadOS: Securing the Android". lwn.net.
- ^ Linder, Brad (March 29, 2016). "F-Droid, Copperhead, Guardian Project partner to create a security-focused, Android-based ecosystem". liliputing.com.
- ^ "CopperheadOS on Twitter". twitter.com. Retrieved 16 September 2016.
- ^ "CopperheadOS releases". Copperhead Security. Retrieved 2016-08-22.
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