Remix OS should not be confused with Resurrection Remix OS.
| Remix OS | |
| Logo Size: | 64px |
| Developer: | Jide Technology |
| Family: | Android (Linux) |
| Working State: | Discontinued[1] |
| Source Model: | Closed source with open source parts |
| Latest Release Version: | 3.0 for ARM devices, 3.0.207 for PCs[2] |
| Marketing Target: | PC, tablets |
| Programmed In: | C (core), C++, |
| Language: | English |
| Package Manager: | APK |
| Supported Platforms: | IA-32, x86-64, ARM |
| Kernel Type: | Monolithic |
| License: | Freeware |
| Support Status: | Unsupported as of July 17, 2017 |
Remix OS is a discontinued computer operating system for personal computers with x86 and ARM architectures that, prior to discontinuation of development, shipped with a number of 1st- and 3rd-party devices. Remix OS allowed PC users to run apps made for Android mobile apps on any compatible Intel-based PC.[3] [4]
In January 2016 Jide announced a beta version of their operating system called Remix OS for PC, which is based on Android-x86 — a x86-port of the Android operating system — and available for download for free[5] from their website. The beta version of Remix OS for PC brings hard drive installation, 32-bit support, UEFI support and OTA updates. Except for the free software licensed parts available on GitHub,[6] unlike Android-x86, the source code of Remix OS is not available to the public.[7] [8] [9]
| Jide Technology | |
| Fate: | Shift from consumer products |
| Founded: | 2014 |
| Defunct: | July 17, 2017 (original) |
| Products: | Remix OS operating system Remix OS desktop computers Remix OS tablet devices |
Google Mobile Services (GMS) were removed from the Remix Mini after Remix OS Update: 3.0.207[10] which Jide claimed was to "ensure a consistent experience across all Android devices for all."[11] Later comments suggest that there was a compatibility issue with some apps which resulted in Google requesting that GMS not be pre-loaded.[12]
On July 17, 2017, Jide announced that development of Remix OS for PC, as well as related consumer products in development, was being discontinued, stating that the company would be "restructuring [their] approach to Remix OS and transitioning away from the consumer space".[13] [14]
PhoenixOS[15] and PrimeOS[16] are similar Android-x86 based operating systems developed by other companies independently.
There were three versions of Remix OS:[17] Remix OS for PC, Remix OS for Remix Ultratablet and Remix OS for Remix Mini:
Remix OS for PC:
| Version[18] | Release Date | |
|---|---|---|
| 3.0.207 | November 25, 2016 | |
| 3.0.206 | October 12, 2016 | |
| 3.0.203 | September 1, 2016 | |
| 3.0.102 | August 2, 2016 | |
| 3.0.101 | July 26, 2016 | |
| 2.0.403 | July 15, 2016 | |
| 2.0.402 | July 5, 2016 | |
| 2.0.205 | April 26, 2016 | |
| 2.0.202 | March 31, 2016 | |
| 2.0.102 | February 2, 2016 | |
| 2.0.109 | January 25, 2016 |
| Version | Release Date | |
|---|---|---|
| 2.0.303 | Unknown | |
| 2.0 | Unknown |
| Version | Release Date | |
|---|---|---|
| 2.0.626 | November 11, 2016 | |
| 2.0.621 | November 4, 2016 | |
| 2.0.611 | October 12, 2016 | |
| 2.0.604 | September 22, 2016 | |
| 2.0.510 | August 9, 2016 | |
| 2.0.307 | May 5, 2016 | |
| 2.0.206 | April 21, 2016 | |
| 2.0.203 | March 17, 2016 | |
| 2.0.111 | January 19, 2016 | |
| 2.0.106 | December 30, 2015 | |
| 2.0.104 | December 16, 2015 | |
| B2015111701 | November 27, 2015 | |
| B2015110601 | November 18, 2015 | |
| B2015110201 | November 12, 2015 |
Due to the popularity and affordability of the OS in Asia, similar projects have been made by various firms. Most notably PhoenixOS by the Chinese-based Chaozhuo Technology,[20] and PrimeOS by the Indian-based Floydwiz Technologies Private Limited.
Just like RemixOS, both are pre-dominantly closed source, with a lot of improved features intended to improve and optimise both OS's for newer applications and PC's.[21]
Projects like OPENTHOS[22] and BlissOS[23] intend to release the project with open source in mind, but OPENTHOS is restricted to only Chinese Markets at the moment, and BlissOS is based on Android-x86.[24]