The problem with the question is that somewhat inherently, “full desktop OSes and programs” are designed to run on screens so large they don’t fit in your pocket. So you kinda have to decide what you actually want.
Look up the PinePhone or Librem 5.
Yingwu@lemmy.dbzer0.com 3 weeks ago
I think Linux phones are a thing? itsfoss.com/linux-phones/
throwawayacc0430@sh.itjust.works 3 weeks ago
Looks cool, but:
I don’t think they can even boot from a USB drive? I’m thinking of using a hardware-encrypted-USB (like ones with a keypad built in), set to read-only mode which I would have the bootloader stored in, and use as a boot drive to make it evil-maid resistant. AFIAK, Devices such as the Pinephones only accept microsd cards for boot (correct me if I’m wrong).
Bags@piefed.social 3 weeks ago
FxTec Pro1 X... As someone who has spent years searching for a modern-ish phone with a Qwerty keyboard... How has this flown under my radar for 5 years?!?
I've completely rethought my phone situation recently and it wouldn't really fit my lifestyle, but man I am still tempted to keep my eyes out for a cheap one.