cross-posted from: https://beehaw.org/post/509450

Due to some damaged hardware, it’s about time for me to get a new phone. For my next device, I’m looking to use use LineageOS

Does anyone have suggestions for a used device with good LineageOS support? I’m looking for something decent but not too expensive with good compatibility. Any other tips for a new user?

  • gaylord@lemmy.k6qw.com
    4·
    1 year ago

    I suggest a Google Pixel, they have the least issues with custom roms since they basically already run stock android.

  • themoonisacheese@sh.itjust.works
    3·
    1 year ago

    Basically any device that is listed on the top of their compatibility list, so pixel.

    I’m personally running lineage 20 on an fxtec pro1 with great success though.

    • derived_allegory@beehaw.org
      2·
      1 year ago

      I have a 7T and it is terrible. It is buggy and just randomly stops receiving phone calls. That eventually forced me away.

      So I feel like OnePlus and lineageos is kind of hit or miss at this point. No where near as stable as the earlier days of lineage.

  • The Baldness@beehaw.org
    2·
    1 year ago

    If you’re in the USA, you’re pretty much stuck with the Pixel line or certain OnePlus models. VoLTE is not working on most custom ROMs in the US.

  • CondeMg@beehaw.org
    1·
    1 year ago

    I use redmi note 7 and it works like a clock, but I’ve heard that one of the best devices is Google Pixel. Specifically I reccomend Pixel 3, bc you can buy it “cheap” (around 150-200 eur) and it’s pretty resistant, fast, has good connectivity and so

  • heartlessevil@lemmy.one
    1·
    1 year ago

    Pixel tends to have the best support from 3rd-party ROMs as well as the easiest installation with its unlockable bootloader.

  • Bansh33@beehaw.org
    1·
    1 year ago

    Been out of the custom ROM game on Android for a while, so I may be off the mark. But if I were going to get back in, Pixel 6a is some pretty good hardware bang for the buck. As long as you don’t need a giant screen or premium build quality, I think I’d go that route.