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User:Julian

2024-10-29T19:49:53Z

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Developer, supporter of the free and open source software movement, strong believer in human rights, in democracy, and in European unity.

Website: https://julianfairfax.ch

Slava Ukraini! 🇺🇦

PineTab Releases

2023-12-09T09:58:02Z

Julian: /* Mobian */ Standarise Mobian software releases info

This page contains a list of all available releases and tools for the [[PineTab]] in alphabetical order.

The installation instructions can be found under [[PineTab#Installation instructions]].

== Linux ==

=== Arch Linux ARM ===
[[File:Archlinux-logo.png|right|80px]]

Unofficial '''Arch Linux ARM''' with Phosh as the UI selection, maintained by the DanctNIX community.

Download:
* The latest image can be downloaded [https://github.com/dreemurrs-embedded/Pine64-Arch/releases here]

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=== Manjaro ARM ===
[[File:Manjaro-logo.svg|right|80px]]

'''Manjaro''' is a Linux based alternative operating system with no adverts or licensing fees, it respects user privacy and gives them full control over their hardware. The PineTab "Early Adopter" edition is currently the only device supported by Manjaro ARM.

Download:
* Images with several different environments, including Phosh and Plasma, are available for the "Dev" pre-release can be downloaded [https://osdn.net/projects/manjaro-arm/storage/pinetab/ here]
* Images for the Early Adopter version can be downloaded [https://github.com/manjaro-arm/pinetab-images/releases here].

Both Beta releases and weekly unstable builds for Phosh and Plasma Mobile can be found there.

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=== Mobian ===
[[File:Debian-logo.png|right|80px]]

An unofficial [https://www.debian.org Debian] build for ARM64 running with Phosh. The current version of the base Debian system is Debian Bookworm. See the installation instructions [https://wiki.debian.org/InstallingDebianOn/PINE64/PineTab here]. If you have questions about Mobian, please ask them in the [https://matrix.to/#/#mobian:matrix.org Mobian Matrix room].

==== Download ====

* [https://images.mobian.org/pinetab/ Images]

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials
|-
! Default user
| <code>mobian/1234</code>
|}

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=== postmarketOS ===
[[File:PostmarketOS_logo.png|right|80px]]

'''postmarketOS''' extends [https://www.alpinelinux.org/ Alpine Linux] to run on smartphones and other mobile devices.

It offers various user interfaces (Phosh, Plasma Mobile, Sxmo, Plasma Desktop, Gnome 3, Kodi, XFCE4 and more). As of writing, official images are provided with Phosh and Plasma Mobile. The official images come in two flavors, either as demo image to try out postmarketOS, or with the installer.

When using the installer images (recommended), it is possible to:
* encrypt your installation
* install from the SD card to eMMC

Getting postmarketOS for the PineTab:
* [https://postmarketos.org/download/ Download page]
* [https://wiki.postmarketos.org/wiki/PINE64_PineTab_(pine64-pinetab)#Installation Flashing instructions]
* Power users may also create their own image with the distribution's install and development tool <code>pmbootstrap</code>

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=== Rhino Linux ===
[[File:rhino-linux-logo.png|right|100px]]

Rhino Linux is an Ubuntu-based distribution that uses the rolling-release model by tracking the <code>devel</code> branch of repositories. The port is currently maintained by Oren Klopfer (oklopfer).

The bootloader (u-boot) comes pre-flashed in the port. Installation just requires flashing the <code>.img.xz</code> to an SD or the eMMC.

==== Download ====
[https://rhinolinux.org/download.html Rhino Linux Downloads] (select Pine64 on the dropdown)

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials
|-
! Default user
| <code>rhino/1234</code>
|}

==== Notes ====
Foundational to the distribution is [https://pacstall.dev Pacstall], a Debian-based user repository inspired by the AUR. Additionally, RL comes with [https://rhinolinux.org/unicorn/ Unicorn], a custom modified version of XFCE with various modernizations and improvements, including auto-rotation for mobile devices.

[https://discord.gg/reSvc8Ztk3 Discord] - [https://matrix.to/#/#rolling-rhino-remix:matrix.org Matrix] - [https://github.com/rhino-linux GitHub] - [https://rhinolinux.org/wiki.html Wiki]

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=== Sailfish OS ===

[[File:SailfishOS logo.png|right|80px]]

You can get '''SailfishOS''' on your with the flash-it script, which will write an image on a SD card. https://github.com/sailfish-on-dontbeevil/flash-it

There is a forum discussion with further information.

http://forum.pine64.org/showthread.php?tid=11850

Many things are still broken but Bluetooth, Audio, Rotation and Keyboard are working.

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=== Ubuntu Touch ===
[[File:Ubports-logo.png|right|100px]]

A Mobile Version of the Ubuntu Operating System made and maintained by the UBports Community. The port is currently maintained by Oren Klopfer (oklopfer).

The bootloader (u-boot) comes pre-flashed in the port. Installation just requires flashing the <code>.img.xz</code> to an SD or the eMMC.

==== Download ====

[https://gitlab.com/ook37/pinephone-pro-debos/-/releases UBports 20.04 PineTab Latest Releases]

[https://devices.ubuntu-touch.io/device/pinetab/release/focal UBports PineTab Device Info]

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials
|-
! Default user
| Set during boot
|-
! root
| <code>phablet/1234</code>
|}

==== Notes ====

Scroll down to the middle of [https://gitlab.com/ook37/pinephone-pro-debos/ the GitLab project page], or directly here [https://devices.ubuntu-touch.io/device/pinetab/release/focal/#deviceOverview at the UBports website] to see which features work.

Contributions and bug reports can be made at the [https://gitlab.com/ook37/pinephone-pro-debos/ UBports PineTab GitLab page]. See [https://ubports.com/foundation/sponsors UBports website] for how to donate.

PinePhone Pro Software Releases

2023-12-09T09:57:55Z

Julian: /* Mobian */ Standarise Mobian software releases info

This page contains a list of all available releases and tools for the [[PinePhone Pro]].

== Arch Linux ARM ==
[[File:Archlinux-logo.png|right|100px]]

(Unofficial) Arch Linux ARM with choice of Phosh UI, Plasma Mobile, sxmo or barebones.
Currently being maintained by the [https://danctnix.org/ DanctNIX] community (GitHub: [https://github.com/DanctNIX/danctnix danctnix], [https://github.com/dreemurrs-embedded dreemurrs-embedded]).

=== Download ===

Get both stable and test builds at [https://github.com/dreemurrs-embedded/Pine64-Arch/releases GitHub releases].

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials
|-
! Default user
| <code>alarm/123456</code>
|-
! root (barebone only)
| <code>root/root</code>
|}

=== Notes ===
The GitHub page can be found here: [https://github.com/dreemurrs-embedded/Pine64-Arch/ dreemurrs-embedded/Pine64-Arch]

A re-image of the above Arch image providing a Btrfs root partitioning has been [https://github.com/K-arch27/arch-pine64-build-btrfs/releases/ made by user kaida].

== Gentoo ==
[[File:GentooLogo.png|right|100px]]

There are unofficial Gentoo overlays with ebuilds for the PinePhone Pro. There are no images - the image must be built manually, including picking the kernel, bootloader and the desired desktop environment. The ARM64 version of Gentoo has to be selected. The PinePhone Pro will not boot with P-Boot but will boot with U-Boot, there is an ebuild for it.

=== Download ===

The overlay can be found under https://github.com/stealthgun/gjdwebserver-overlay

=== Notes ===

See https://stealthgun.tweakblogs.net/blog/19830/gentoo-on-a-pinephone-pro for the documentation.

{{Info|Please consider cross-compiling the software on the computer. Long compilation times and heat production can lead to a reduced lifespan of the phone.}}

== GloDroid ==

A fully open-source port of Android and LineageOS to the PinePhone Pro.

GitHub: [https://github.com/GloDroidCommunity/pine64-pinephonepro GloDroid]

=== Download ===

* Releases: [https://github.com/GloDroidCommunity/pine64-pinephonepro/releases GloDroid]

=== Notes ===

Project status [https://github.com/GloDroidCommunity/pine64-pinephonepro/issues/1 link]

== LuneOS ==
[[File:Luneos-logo-256.png|right|100px]]

LuneOS is one of the original multi-tasking OS-es that runs on Linux. Based on HP/Palm's webOS, merged with latest technology stack from LG called webOS OSE (a derivative of what LG uses on their Smart TV's), software such as Qt5 and makes use of the Yocto build system.

=== Download ===

* LuneOS (Initial preview): [https://github.com/webOS-ports/meta-pine64-luneos/releases Downloads]

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials
|-
! Default user
| <code>root</code>
|}

=== Notes ===

In order to connect to the device using SSH/SCP via WiFi: You can simply connect via SSH/SCP via WiFi using the PinePhonePro's IP address on port 22.

== Manjaro ARM ==
[[File:Manjaro-logo.svg|right|100px]]

Manjaro is a user-friendly Linux distribution based on the independently developed Arch operating system with the Plasma Mobile and Phosh desktop environment.

=== Download ===

* Phosh: [https://github.com/manjaro-pinephone/phosh-dev/releases Dev] and [https://github.com/manjaro-pinephone/phosh/releases Stable] (recommended)
* Plasma Mobile: [https://github.com/manjaro-pinephone/plasma-mobile-dev/releases Dev] and [https://github.com/manjaro-pinephone/plasma-mobile/releases Stable] (recommended)

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials
|-
! Default user
| <code>manjaro/123456</code>
|-
! root
| <code>root/root</code>
|}

== Mobian ==
[[File:Debian-logo.png|right|100px]]

An unofficial [https://www.debian.org Debian] build for ARM64 running with Phosh. The current version of the base Debian system is Debian Bookworm. See the installation instructions [https://wiki.debian.org/InstallingDebianOn/PINE64/PinePhonePro here]. If you have questions about Mobian, please ask them in the [https://matrix.to/#/#mobian:matrix.org Mobian Matrix room].

=== Download ===

[https://images.mobian.org/pinephonepro/ Images]

{{Info|Tow-Boot required to be able to boot the images, see [https://tow-boot.org/devices/pine64-pinephonePro.html here]!}}

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials
|-
! Default user
| <code>mobian/1234</code>
|}

=== Notes ===
* The development is work in progress. The Mobian wiki can be found [https://wiki.mobian-project.org/ here].
* In order to connect to the device using SSH/SCP via WiFi, you need to install SSH on the device. You can do this by executing the following in a shell: "sudo apt-get install ssh", afterwards you can connect via SSH/SCP via WiFi using the PinePhonePro's IP address on port 22.

== Kali Linux ==
[[File:Kali-logo.png|right|200px]]

The official Kali Nethunter images for PinePhone and PinePhone Pro have been released now. Get [https://github.com/Shubhamvis98/nethunter-pinephone Nethunter App] for your PinePhone's Kali Linux.

=== Download ===

* [https://github.com/Shubhamvis98/kali-pinephone/releases Kali Phosh Unofficial]
* [https://www.kali.org/get-kali/#kali-mobile Kali Nethunter Pro Official]

{{Warning|There are reports that the official Kali images fail to boot.}}

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials
|-
! Default user for Unofficial Releases
| <code>kali/8888</code>
|-
! Default user for Nethunter Releases
| <code>kali/1234</code>
|}

=== Notes ===

For the installation see the installation instructions under [[PinePhone Pro#Installation instructions]], or the general instructions under [[PinePhone Installation Instructions]].

== Nemo Mobile ==
[[File:nemo_mobile.png|right|100px]]

Nemo Mobile is the open source build of Sailfish OS with a open source UI called [http://nemomobile.net/glacier-home/ Glacier], [http://nemomobile.net/pages/Hello_manjaro/ based on Manjaro].

=== Download ===

[https://img.nemomobile.net/2022.05/Manjaro-ARM-nemomobile-pinephonepro-0.9.img.xz Image]

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials
|-
! Default user
| <code>manjaro/123456</code>
|-
! root
| <code>root/root</code>
|}

=== Notes ===
The website of the Nemo Mobile UX Team can be found [https://nemomobile.net/ here]. Please report bugs regarding the Nemo Mobile UI as [https://github.com/nemomobile-ux/main/issues GitHub issue].

== NixOS ==
[[File:NixOS.webp|right|100px]]

NixOS is a Linux distribution built on top of the Nix package manager using declarative configuration to allow reliable system upgrades.

=== Download ===
Not available yet.

=== Notes ===
WIP. See https://github.com/NixOS/mobile-nixos/issues/440

== postmarketOS ==
[[File:PostmarketOS_logo.png|right|100px]]

postmarketOS extends [https://www.alpinelinux.org/ Alpine Linux] to run on smartphones and other mobile devices.
It offers various user interfaces (Phosh, Plasma Mobile, Sxmo, Plasma Desktop, Gnome 3, Kodi, XFCE4, ...).

=== Download ===
[https://postmarketos.org/download/ Download page]

Note that images for the PinePhone Pro are in the "community" category of devices indicating some features may not work. You can also build your own image using [https://wiki.postmarketos.org/wiki/Installation_guide pmbootstrap]

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials (regular images, not installer or pmbootstrap)
|-
! Default user
| <code>user/147147</code>
|}

=== Notes ===
See the [https://wiki.postmarketos.org/wiki/PINE64_PinePhone_Pro_(pine64-pinephonepro) pine64-pinephonepro] page of the postmarketOS wiki for details.

== Rhino Linux ==
[[File:rhino-linux-logo.png|right|100px]]

Rhino Linux is an Ubuntu-based distribution that uses the rolling-release model by tracking the <code>devel</code> branch of repositories. The port is currently maintained by Oren Klopfer (oklopfer).

Tow-Boot is required for installing Rhino Linux. Instructions for installing Tow-Boot to the PinePhone Pro can be found [https://tow-boot.org/devices/pine64-pinephonePro.html here]. After Tow-Boot has been installed to your device, Rhino Linux installation just requires flashing the <code>.img.xz</code> to an SD or the eMMC.

=== Download ===
[https://rhinolinux.org/download.html Rhino Linux Downloads] (select Pine64 on the dropdown)

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials
|-
! Default user
| <code>rhino/1234</code>
|}

=== Notes ===
Foundational to the distribution is [https://pacstall.dev Pacstall], a Debian-based user repository inspired by the AUR. Additionally, RL comes with [https://rhinolinux.org/unicorn/ Unicorn], a custom modified version of XFCE with various modernizations and improvements, including auto-rotation for mobile devices.

[https://discord.gg/reSvc8Ztk3 Discord] - [https://matrix.to/#/#rolling-rhino-remix:matrix.org Matrix] - [https://github.com/rhino-linux GitHub] - [https://rhinolinux.org/wiki.html Wiki]

== Ubuntu Touch ==
[[File:Ubports-logo.png|right|100px]]

A Mobile Version of the Ubuntu Operating System made and maintained by the UBports Community. The port is currently maintained by Oren Klopfer (oklopfer).

Tow-Boot is required for installing the latest version of Ubuntu Touch (20.04) to the PinePhone Pro. Instructions for installing Tow-Boot to the PinePhone Pro can be found [https://tow-boot.org/devices/pine64-pinephonePro.html here].

Installation instructions can be found at
[https://ubports.com/en/blog/ubports-news-1/post/pinephone-and-pinephone-pro-3889 this UBports post]. After Tow-Boot has been installed to your device, Ubuntu Touch installation just requires flashing the <code>.img.xz</code> to an SD or the eMMC.

=== Download ===

[https://gitlab.com/ook37/pinephone-pro-debos/-/releases UBports 20.04 PinePhone Pro Latest Releases]

[https://devices.ubuntu-touch.io/device/pinephone-pro/release/focal UBports PinePhone Pro Device Info]

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials
|-
! Default user
| Set during boot
|-
! root
| <code>phablet/1234</code>
|}

=== Notes ===

Scroll down to the middle of [https://gitlab.com/ook37/pinephone-pro-debos/ the GitLab project page], or directly here [https://devices.ubuntu-touch.io/device/pinephone-pro/release/focal/#deviceOverview at the UBports website] to see which features work.

Contributions and bug reports can be made at the [https://gitlab.com/ook37/pinephone-pro-debos/ UBports PinePhone Pro GitLab page]. See [https://ubports.com/foundation/sponsors UBports website] for how to donate.

== Various DPA Images ==
Multiple versions of unofficial images of various Debian-based distributions by the user DPA. They also contain some of DPA's own software.

=== Download ===
The latest successful image builds can be found here: https://repo.dpa.li/apt/dpa-image-builder/images/?board=pinephone-pro

=== Notes ===
Most of these images are still in development / incomplete and DPA doesn't have time to test them all, but they can still be useful as a starting point to get distributions running for which no other images have been created yet. DPA made these images because they wanted to run their favorite distribution, Devuan, on their phone.

The build scripts can be found in various places: [https://gitlab.com/DanielAbrecht/dpa-image-builder GitLab], [https://projects.dpa.li/git/?p=dpa-image-builder.git;a=summary my server], [https://github.com/Daniel-Abrecht/dpa-image-builder GitHub]

In theory, these build scripts can create images for any Debian-based distribution which supports ARM64 and can be bootstrapped using ''debootstrap''.

[[Category:PinePhone Pro]]

PinePhone Software Releases

2023-12-09T09:57:50Z

Julian: /* Mobian */ Standarise Mobian software releases info

This page contains a list of all available releases and tools for the [[PinePhone]] in alphabetical order.

{{Info|Some releases may not have a good setup for the backlight at low brightness. If configured too low, the backlight shuts down completely, but the screen is still displayed and usable in bright front-light.}}

See [[PinePhone Installation Instructions]] on how to install the operating systems. Please see [[PinePhone Updating Instructions]] for how to update the phone.

== Software Releases ==

=== Arch Linux ARM ===
[[File:Archlinux-logo.png|right|100px]]

(Unofficial) Arch Linux ARM with choice of Phosh UI, Plasma Mobile, sxmo or barebones. It is maintained by the [https://danctnix.org/ DanctNIX] community (GitHub: [https://github.com/DanctNIX/danctnix danctnix], [https://github.com/dreemurrs-embedded dreemurrs-embedded]).

==== Download ====

Get both stable and test builds at [https://github.com/dreemurrs-embedded/Pine64-Arch/releases GitHub releases].

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials
|-
! Default user
| <code>alarm/123456</code>
|-
! root (barebone only)
| <code>root/root</code>
|}

==== Notes ====

* There are ''archmobile'' chat rooms on Matrix ([https://matrix.to/#/#archmobile:kde.org #archmobile:kde.org]) and Telegram ([https://t.me/archmobile @archmobile]).
* Feel free to send us [https://github.com/dreemurrs-embedded/Pine64-Arch/pulls pull requests] and reports [https://github.com/dreemurrs-embedded/Pine64-Arch/issues issues] on [https://github.com/dreemurrs-embedded/Pine64-Arch GitHub].
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=== ExpidusOS ===

A fork of [https://voidlinux.org Void Linux] with a custom fork of XFCE called [https://github.com/ExpidusOS/genesis Gensis] as the default desktop environment, developed by [https://midstall.com/ Midstall Software].

* [https://expidusos.com ExpidusOS official website]
* [https://wiki.expidusos.com/index.php/Main_Page ExpidusOS Wiki]
* [https://discord.gg/GVfBF2w Midstall Software Discord server]
* GitHub: [https://github.com/ExpidusOS ExpidusOS]

==== Download ====

Check the [https://expidusos.com/download download page] for that latest version, or the [https://build.expidusos.com/ image file list] for all versions, look for the filename that starts with "pinephone".

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials
|-
! Default user
| <code>expidus/expidus</code>
|}

==== Notes ====

What works, what does not work:

* The ExpidusOS Wiki has a page detailing [https://wiki.expidusos.com/index.php/Device:PinePhone supported features].

How to contribute and report defects:

* Join the [https://discord.gg/GVfBF2w Discord server] or corresponding repo at GitHub ([https://github.com/orgs/ExpidusOS/repositories repo list]).

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=== Fedora ===
[[File:Fedora1.png|right|100px]]

An (unofficial) vanilla Fedora rawhide build for aarch64 with megi's kernel and [https://copr.fedorainfracloud.org/coprs/njha/mobile/packages/ some additional packages] to tie it all together.
It aims to eventually be an upstream part of the Fedora project, rather than a phone-specific distribution.

* Forum discussion: [https://forum.pine64.org/showthread.php?tid=9347 Fedora + Phosh for PinePhone]
* GitHub: [https://github.com/nikhiljha/pp-fedora-sdsetup nikhiljha/pp-fedora-sdsetup]

==== Download ====

* [https://github.com/nikhiljha/pp-fedora-sdsetup/releases Flashable images]
* [https://github.com/nikhiljha/pp-fedora-sdsetup Build scripts]
* [https://copr.fedorainfracloud.org/coprs/njha/mobile/ Packages (Fedora COPR)]

There is also an FTP server with images build every night @ ftp://pine.warpspeed.dk/nightly/pinephone/ (Mount this with something like Nautilus)

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials
|-
! GitHub images
| <code>pine/123456</code>
|-
! Nightly images (via FTP)
| <code>pine/1111</code>
|}

==== Notes ====

WiFi, Bluetooth, SMS, Data, Calls all work! There are still a few bugs though, and [https://xnux.eu/devices/pine64-pinephone.html#toc-feature-driver-support-matrix some features don't have driver support yet] on any PinePhone distribution.

Please send your bug reports to [https://github.com/nikhiljha/pp-fedora-sdsetup/issues the project's issue tracker]. Be sure to include logs if applicable! Send us pull requests on [https://github.com/nikhiljha/pp-fedora-sdsetup/pulls Github].

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=== Gentoo ===
[[File:GentooLogo.png|right|100px]]

There are unofficial Gentoo overlays with ebuilds for the PinePhone. There are no images - the image must be built manually, including picking the kernel, bootloader and the desired desktop environment. The ARM64 version of Gentoo has to be selected.

==== Download ====

Overlay locations:

* https://git.gjdwebserver.nl/gjdwebserver/gjdwebserver-overlay

==== Notes ====

The documentation can be found here:

* https://blog.gjdwebserver.nl/ords/f?p=107:HOME:::::ARTICLE:gentoo-on-a-pinephone
* https://blog.gjdwebserver.nl/ords/f?p=107:HOME:::::ARTICLE:gentoo-on-a-pinephone-making-it-a-usable-phone
* https://blog.gjdwebserver.nl/ords/f?p=107:HOME:::::ARTICLE:gentoo-on-a-pinephone-pro
* https://wiki.gentoo.org/wiki/User:Dr41nU/PinePhone
* https://wiki.gentoo.org/wiki/PinePhone (incomplete)

{{Info|Please consider cross-compiling the software on the computer. Long compilation times and heat production can lead to a reduced lifespan of the phone.}}

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=== GloDroid ===

A fully open-source port of Android and LineageOS to the PinePhone.

GitHub: [https://github.com/GloDroidCommunity/pine64-pinephone GloDroid]

==== Download ====

* Releases: [https://github.com/GloDroidCommunity/pine64-pinephone/releases GloDroid]

==== Notes ====

Feature overview:

* Works: WiFi, screen dimming, sound, touchscreen, charging and telephony(partially) works.
* Doesn't work: Bluetooth and GPS
* See more at [https://github.com/GloDroidCommunity/pine64-pinephone/issues/2 project status page]

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=== Kali Linux ===
[[File:Kali-logo.png|right|200px]]

The official Kali Nethunter images for PinePhone and PinePhone Pro have been released now. For older/unofficial releases, you can still download from the GitHub releases page. Get [https://github.com/Shubhamvis98/nethunter-pinephone Nethunter App] for your PinePhone's Kali Linux. Packet Injection is working now, use iwconfig instead of airmon-ng.

==== Download ====

* [https://github.com/Shubhamvis98/kali-pinephone/releases Kali Phosh Unofficial]
* [https://www.kali.org/get-kali/#kali-mobile Kali Nethunter Pro Official]

{{Warning|There are reports that the official Kali images fail to boot.}}

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials
|-
! Default user for Unofficial Releases
| <code>kali/8888</code>
|-
! Default user for Nethunter Releases
| <code>kali/1234</code>
|}

==== Notes ====

For the installation see the installation instructions under [[PinePhone Installation Instructions]]

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=== LuneOS ===
[[File:Luneos-logo-256.png|right|100px]]

LuneOS is one of the original multi-tasking OS-es that runs on Linux. Based on HP/Palm's webOS, merged with latest technology stack from LG called webOS OSE (a derivative of what LG uses on their Smart TV's), software such as Qt5 and makes use of the Yocto build system.

* [https://www.webos-ports.org/wiki/Main_Page WebOS Ports Wiki]
* [https://webos-ports.org/wiki/Pinephone_Info WebOS-Ports Wiki's Pinephone page]
* GitHub: [https://github.com/webOS-ports WebOS Ports]

==== Download ====

* LuneOS Preview images: [https://github.com/webOS-ports/meta-pine64-luneos/releases Downloads]

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials
|-
! Default user
| <code>root</code>
|}

==== Notes ====

In order to connect to the device using SSH/SCP via WiFi: You can simply connect via SSH/SCP via WiFi using the PinePhone's IP address on port 22.
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=== Maemo Leste ===
[[File:Maemoleste-logo.png|right|100px]]

[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Maemo Maemo] is a trimmed-down version of Debian for mobile devices,
originally a collaboration between Nokia and many open source projects (the [http://maemo.org/intro/ Maemo community]) before Nokia abandoned it. The more well-known devices Maemo supports are the OpenMoko and N900. The community now takes full responsibility in developing fully open source Maemo for a variety of mobile devices. You may be interested to learn more about the features in their [https://leste.maemo.org/Leste_FAQ Maemo Leste FAQ].

Maemo 8 "Leste" is an ARM64 port of [https://devuan.org/ Devuan] (Debian without systemd) and runs the mainline Linux kernel.
The default user interface stack is [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hildon Hildon], [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/X.Org_Server Xorg], [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Matchbox_(window_manager) Matchbox WM], and [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/GTK GTK].

==== Download ====

* [http://maedevu.maemo.org/images/pinephone/ Maemo Leste test builds]

There is also an [https://github.com/maemo-leste/image-builder image builder], see the wiki for instructions on how to [https://leste.maemo.org/Image_Builder build a custom image]. For current status and instructions, please read their [https://leste.maemo.org/PinePhone PinePhone wiki page].

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials
|-
! root
| <code>toor</code>
|-
! user
| <code>12345 (lockscreen)</code>
|}

==== Notes ====

Most discussion occurs at [ircs://irc.libera.chat:6697/#maemo-leste <code>#maemo-leste</code> on <code>irc.libera.chat</code>] and [https://talk.maemo.org/showthread.php?t=100192&page=60 this thread].

All other contact information is listed on the [https://leste.maemo.org/Main_Page main page] of the Maemo wiki.

Submit [https://github.com/maemo-leste/bugtracker/issues bug reports] on github.
To track known issues, you may use these search terms:
[https://github.com/maemo-leste/bugtracker/issues?utf8=%E2%9C%93&q=is%3Aissue+is%3Aopen+pinephone pinephone],
[https://github.com/maemo-leste/bugtracker/issues?utf8=%E2%9C%93&q=is%3Aissue+is%3Aopen+pine64 pine64].

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=== Manjaro ARM ===
[[File:Manjaro-logo.svg|right|100px]]

Manjaro is a user-friendly Linux distribution based on the independently developed Arch operating system with the Plasma Mobile and Phosh desktop environment.

==== Download ====

* Phosh: [https://github.com/manjaro-pinephone/phosh-dev/releases Dev] and [https://github.com/manjaro-pinephone/phosh/releases Stable]
* Plasma Mobile: [https://github.com/manjaro-pinephone/plasma-mobile-dev/releases Dev] and [https://github.com/manjaro-pinephone/plasma-mobile/releases Stable]
* Lomiri: [https://github.com/manjaro-pinephone/lomiri-dev Dev] (unmaintained)

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials (Only Phosh)
|-
! Default user
| <code>manjaro/123456</code>
|-
! root
| <code>root/root</code>
|}

==== Notes ====

The installation of the stable images is strongly suggested. The dev images might break frequently.

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=== Mobian ===
[[File:Debian-logo.png|right|100px]]

An unofficial [https://www.debian.org Debian] build for ARM64 running with Phosh. The current version of the base Debian system is Debian Bookworm. See the installation instructions [https://wiki.debian.org/InstallingDebianOn/PINE64/PinePhone here]. If you have questions about Mobian, please ask them in the [https://matrix.to/#/#mobian:matrix.org Mobian Matrix room].

==== Download ====

* [https://images.mobian.org/pinephone/ Images]

{{Info|Tow-Boot is required to be able to boot the images, see [https://tow-boot.org/devices/pine64-pinephoneA64.html here]!}}

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials
|-
! Default user
| <code>mobian/1234</code>
|}

==== Notes ====
* The development is work in progress. The Mobian wiki can be found [https://wiki.debian.org/Mobian/ here].
* In order to connect to the device using SSH/SCP via WiFi, you need to install SSH on the device. You can do this by executing the following in a shell: "sudo apt-get install ssh", afterwards you can connect via SSH/SCP via WiFi using the PinePhone's IP address on port 22.

----

=== Multi-distro demo image ===

{{Warning|This is a demo image for testing different operating systems before installing a regular image. Attempting to use this image productively is highly discouraged. The kernel is shared across the different operating systems and is not updated.}}

This image allow users to try many Linux distributions easily, without having to figure out how to flash them individually and juggle with many microSD cards. Also called megi's 15-in-1 multi boot image.

* Main page: https://xnux.eu/p-boot-demo/
* Git repo: https://megous.com/git/pinephone-multi-boot/
* Forum discussion: [https://forum.pine64.org/showthread.php?tid=11347 15-distro multi-boot image for Pinephone]

==== Download ====

'''Update 2022-01-26, using megi's kernel 5.16.2'''

DD image to SD card and boot. This image is for 16GiB or larger SD cards, also works if flashed to eMMC.

This is also a good build for charging depleted battery. Just boot up this build with power supply connected, keep the PinePhone charging for 3 hours at power down stage.

For more info on this build, please visit its entry the "News" section of its [https://xnux.eu/p-boot-demo/ web page].

* [https://dl.xnux.eu/p-boot-multi-2022-01-26.torrent Download torrent file from author's website]
* [http://dl.xnux.eu/p-boot-multi-2022-01-26/ Download img.zst from author's website] (speed limited to 512KiB/s)
* [http://mirror.uxes.cz/dl.xnux.eu/ Download torrent and img.zst from discord user uxes' mirror]
** '''File name:''' multi.img.zst
** '''SHA-256:''' <span style="word-break: break-all">39915b9d2aa2f33fd78552ac9a0e665c4aef97dd68a9f9a6c76f9fa2f0ac049e</span>
** '''File Size:''' 6.9GiB

Due to its size, download though torrent is suggested by the author on its main page.

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials
|-
! General
| <code>1111</code>
|-
! sxmo
| <code>user/1111</code>
|-
! Manjaro
| seems to insist on <code>123456</code>
|}

==== Notes ====

{{Info | Note about zstd) archive file (<code>.zst</code>):

On Linux, you may install or compile <code>zstd</code>, then write the image to SD card by piping <code>zstdcat</code> and <code>dd</code>. See the "Installation" section of its [https://xnux.eu/p-boot-demo/ web page] for command examples.

On Windows, instead of the offical [https://github.com/facebook/zstd zstd] command line program, you may use [https://github.com/mcmilk/7-Zip-zstd 7-zip-zstd]. Different installation method is provided in their README. Install 7-Zip-zstd / zstd, extract the disk image file (<code>.img</code>) from the zstd archive, and flash with tools like [https://sourceforge.net/projects/win32diskimager/ Win32 Disk Imager].}}

Also see [[PinePhone Installation Instructions]].

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=== Nemo Mobile ===
[[File:nemo_mobile.png|right|100px]]

Nemo Mobile is the open source build of Sailfish OS with a open source UI called [http://nemomobile.net/glacier-home/ Glacier], [http://nemomobile.net/pages/Hello_manjaro/ based on Manjaro].

==== Download ====

[https://img.nemomobile.net/2022.05/Manjaro-ARM-nemomobile-pinephone-0.9.img.xz Image]

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials
|-
! Default user
| <code>manjaro/123456</code>
|-
! root
| <code>root/root</code>
|}

==== Notes ====
The website of the Nemo Mobile UX Team can be found [https://nemomobile.net/ here]. Please report bugs regarding the Nemo Mobile UI as [https://github.com/nemomobile-ux/main/issues GitHub issue].

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=== NixOS ===
[[File:NixOS.webp|right|100px]]

NixOS is a Linux distribution built on top of the Nix package manager using declarative configuration to allow reliable system upgrades.

==== Download ====
There is a guided installer by the [https://mobile.nixos.org/devices/pine64-pinephone.html Mobile NixOS] project available. An installer image that can be flashed to a sdcard can be downloaded from the [https://hydra.nixos.org/job/mobile-nixos/unstable/installer.pine64-pinephone Hydra build instance].

Users that want to build a local image, are expected to follow the instructions in the [https://mobile.nixos.org/getting-started.html Getting Started page],
and [https://mobile.nixos.org/devices/pine64-pinephone.html Project's device page].

==== Notes ====
Project home page: [https://mobile.nixos.org/ Mobile NixOS]

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=== OpenMandriva Lx ===
[[File:Oma-logo-22042013_300pp.png|right|100px]]

OpenMandriva Lx with Plasma Mobile as UI.

==== Download ====

The official image can be found [https://sourceforge.net/projects/openmandriva/files/release/4.2/RC/Pinephone/ at sourceforge.net].
See [https://www.openmandriva.org/en/news/article/openmandriva-lx-4-3-rc-available-for-testing here] for the offical announcement.

==== Notes ====

{{Info| This image is solely for testing purposes.}}

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=== openSUSE ===
[[File:SLEM-OS-logo.png|right|100px]]

Our images use the same [https://en.opensuse.org/Portal:Tumbleweed openSUSE Tumbleweed] base as our desktop images,
except what needs to be changed for the PinePhone.
The images include <i>zypper</i> (RPM) as the default package manager,
and have access to virtually the same (open source) software as our desktop repositories,
thanks to the [https://en.opensuse.org/Portal:Factory Factory] ports.
Using [https://en.opensuse.org/SDB:DNF dnf] is possible, if preferred.

==== Download ====

* [https://download.opensuse.org/repositories/devel:/ARM:/Factory:/Contrib:/PinePhone/images/openSUSE-Tumbleweed-ARM-PHOSH-pinephone.aarch64.raw.xz Phosh] / [https://download.opensuse.org/repositories/devel:/ARM:/Factory:/Contrib:/PinePhone/images/openSUSE-Tumbleweed-ARM-PHOSH-pinephone.aarch64.raw.xz.sha256 SHA-256] / [https://download.opensuse.org/repositories/devel:/ARM:/Factory:/Contrib:/PinePhone/images/openSUSE-Tumbleweed-ARM-PHOSH-pinephone.aarch64.raw.xz.sha256.asc SHA-256 Signature]
* [https://download.opensuse.org/repositories/devel:/ARM:/Factory:/Contrib:/PinePhone/images/openSUSE-Tumbleweed-ARM-PLAMO-pinephone.aarch64.raw.xz Plasma Mobile] / [https://download.opensuse.org/repositories/devel:/ARM:/Factory:/Contrib:/PinePhone/images/openSUSE-Tumbleweed-ARM-PLAMO-pinephone.aarch64.raw.xz.sha256 SHA-256] / [https://download.opensuse.org/repositories/devel:/ARM:/Factory:/Contrib:/PinePhone/images/openSUSE-Tumbleweed-ARM-PLAMO-pinephone.aarch64.raw.xz.sha256.asc SHA-256 Signature]

To verify the images you need to import [https://build.opensuse.org/projects/devel:ARM:Factory:Contrib:PinePhone/public_key our GPG key].
Keep on mind that the first boot may stay on black screen for about a minute - consequent boots should be faster.

You can find install instructions at [https://en.opensuse.org/HCL:PinePhone#Installing_openSUSE_in_a_Pinephone this section] in the openSUSE Wiki.

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials
|-
! Default user
| <code>pine/1234</code>
|-
! root
| <code>root/linux</code>
|}

==== Notes ====

You can find all information about the releases of the project [https://gitlab.com/slem.os/slem.os/-/blob/master/CHANGELOG.md here].
Detailed information, tips and troubleshooting suggestions are also provided at [https://en.opensuse.org/HCL:PinePhone the openSUSE Wiki].
You will also find information in our wiki on how to report issues (Contributing section).

----

=== postmarketOS ===
[[File:PostmarketOS_logo.png|right|100px]]

postmarketOS extends [https://www.alpinelinux.org/ Alpine Linux] to run on smartphones and other mobile devices.
It offers various user interfaces (Phosh, Plasma Mobile, Sxmo, Plasma Desktop, Gnome 3, Kodi, XFCE4, ...).

==== Download ====
[https://postmarketos.org/download/ Download page]

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials
|-
! Test images user
| <code>user/147147</code>
|}

==== Notes ====
As of writing, official images are provided with Phosh, Plasma Mobile and Sxmo.
The official images come in two flavors, either as a test image to try out postmarketOS, or with the installer.

When using the installer images (recommended), it is possible to:
* encrypt the installation
* install from the SD card to eMMC

Power users may also create their own image with the distribution's install and development tool <code>pmbootstrap</code>.

See the [https://wiki.postmarketos.org/wiki/PINE64_PinePhone_(pine64-pinephone) pine64-pinephone] page of the postmarketOS wiki for details.

----

=== Rhino Linux ===
[[File:rhino-linux-logo.png|right|100px]]

Rhino Linux is an Ubuntu-based distribution that uses the rolling-release model by tracking the <code>devel</code> branch of repositories. The port is currently maintained by Oren Klopfer (oklopfer).

Tow-Boot is required for installing Rhino Linux. Instructions for installing Tow-Boot to the PinePhone can be found [https://tow-boot.org/devices/pine64-pinephoneA64.html here]. After Tow-Boot has been installed to your device, Rhino Linux installation just requires flashing the <code>.img.xz</code> to an SD or the eMMC.

==== Download ====
[https://rhinolinux.org/download.html Rhino Linux Downloads] (select Pine64 on the dropdown)

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials
|-
! Default user
| <code>rhino/1234</code>
|}

==== Notes ====
Foundational to the distribution is [https://pacstall.dev Pacstall], a Debian-based user repository inspired by the AUR. Additionally, RL comes with [https://rhinolinux.org/unicorn/ Unicorn], a custom modified version of XFCE with various modernizations and improvements, including auto-rotation for mobile devices.

[https://discord.gg/reSvc8Ztk3 Discord] - [https://matrix.to/#/#rolling-rhino-remix:matrix.org Matrix] - [https://github.com/rhino-linux GitHub] - [https://rhinolinux.org/wiki.html Wiki]

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=== Sailfish OS ===
[[File:SailfishOS_logo.png|right|100px]]

[https://sailfishos.org/ Sailfish OS] is a Linux-based operating system based on open source projects such as [https://wiki.merproject.org/wiki/Main_Page Mer], and a closed source UI based on [https://sailfishos.org/wiki/Lipstick Lipstick].

* [https://wiki.merproject.org/wiki/Adaptations/PinePhone64 PinePhone Wiki Page] on Mer Wiki, for both Nemo Mobile and Sailfish OS.
* [https://gitlab.com/pinephone-sailfish-os/linux-kernel/ Linux kernel config repo]
* [https://gitlab.com/sailfishos-porters-ci/dont_be_evil-ci/ Sailfish OS repo]

==== Download ====

'''Flashing script'''

The Sailfish OS image is built on Gitlab CI. The latest image can be installed using the [https://raw.githubusercontent.com/sailfish-on-dontbeevil/flash-it/master/flash-it.sh flashing script].

The script downloads the image and bootloader from the CI, extracts everything and burns it onto the SD card.
Note: The script will format and erase the SD card!

Instructions:
# Download the flashing script
# Insert a microSD card in your device
# Make the script executable: <code>chmod +x flash-it.sh</code>
# Verify that you have the <code>bsdtar</code> package installed
# Execute it: <code>./flash-it.sh</code>
# Follow the instructions. Some commands in the script require root permissions (for example: mounting and flashing the SD card).

* When asked where to flash, type 'raw' and it will build the image on your computer. Otherwise define the path /dev/.... to flash to card or internal emmc.

'''username/password'''

Set PIN on initialization.

==== Notes ====

* Sometimes the first run stalls before the tutorial. Reboot and it will start from setting the security pin.
* The homescreen may be locked unless you boot with a sim card inserted. An old expired sim will do. '''If you do not have a SIM card on hands, do NOT set a security code on first boot.'''
* When a screen with a loading circle is displayed, just left/right swipe it away.
* If you're not familiar with Sailfish OS, pay attention to the tutorial - the interface works great, but is not immediately obvious. If you are familiar with it, you can skip the tutorial by touching all 4 corners starting top left.

'''What works, what does not work'''

See the [https://wiki.merproject.org/wiki/Adaptations/PinePhone64#Hardware_Support Hardware Support section] on the Mer Wiki's PinePhone Page.

There is a limited selection of apps available from the Jolla store, the vast majority are hosted on openrepos.net. If the Storeman app for openrepos is not preinstalled, download the RPM and click to install.

'''How to contribute and report defects'''

See the documentation wiki at [https://github.com/sailfish-on-dontbeevil/documentation/wiki the github project] for help and links.

See the [https://wiki.merproject.org/wiki/Adaptations/PinePhone64#Installation Installation section] on the Mer Wiki's PinePhone Page for compile, build and development.

Git repo links are at the top of this OS section. other repos that may be helpful:

* [https://github.com/sailfish-on-dontbeevil GitHub project page]
* [https://github.com/sailfish-on-dontbeevil/flash-it the repo of the flash-it.sh flashing script]
* [https://build.merproject.org/project/show/nemo:devel:hw:pine:dontbeevil Mer Open Build Service page] ([https://forum.sailfishos.org/t/changes-needed-to-merge-the-project-names-to-sailfish-os/1672 Mer is being assimilated into Sailfish OS] and [https://forum.sailfishos.org/t/obs-shut-down-and-next-steps/1814 OBS is shutting down], also see [https://specs.openstack.org/openstack/fuel-specs/specs/7.0/replace-obs.html OpenStack is replacing OBS with another build system based on Jenkins], if it's related, even OBS come back under Sailfish OS, it will be different.)

See the [https://sailfishos.org/wiki/Collaborative_Development#Reporting_issues Sailfish OS wiki] for links to their forum, as well as info required when reporting an issue. See the [https://sailfishos.org/wiki/SailfishOS Sailfish OS wiki main page] for options to contribute to Sailfish OS.

'''Notes'''

OTA is supported: <code>zypper refresh && zypper update</code> as root (<code>devel-su</code> to get root access). Things that need reflash are bootloader specific at the moment. If improvements like [[Crust]] or changes of partition layout are added, then you need to reflash.
----

=== SkiffOS ===
[[File:SkiffOS-Icon-1.png|right|100px]]

Minimal in-memory cross-compiled OS optimized for hosting multiple in parallel Docker containers. Provides the reliability of firmware with the ease-of-use of package managers.

==== Download ====

The repository and instructions can be found [https://github.com/skiffos/SkiffOS/tree/master/configs/pine64/phone here].

==== Notes ====

Upgrade over-the-air via a simple rsync script, or copying 3 files.

Uses the [http://buildroot.org Buildroot] cross-compilation tool for support for all Pine64 boards.

Use configuration packages to configure distro:

{| class="wikitable"
! Package
! Distro
|-
| core/pinephone_neon
| KDE Neon via Ubuntu repositories
|-
| core/pinephone_nixos
| Nixos Mobile
|-
| core/pinephone_gentoo
| Gentoo with Link-time Optimization & KDE Mobile or Phosh
|-
| core/pinephone_ubports
| Ubuntu Ports for PinePhone
|-
| core/pinephone_manjaro_kde
| Manjaro for PinePhone: KDE variant
|-
| core/pinephone_manjaro_phosh
| Manjaro for PinePhone: Phosh variant
|-
| core/pinephone_manjaro_lomiri
| Manjaro for PinePhone: Lomiri variant
|}

The boot-up OS is upgraded independently from the containers.

----

=== Slackware ===

[https://arm.slackware.com/ Slackware] is the world's oldest actively developed Linux distribution, providing a modern user land (applications) and Linux Kernel, within a more classic Unix Operating System environment.

==== Download ====

* http://dl.fail.pp.ua/slackware/images/pinephone/

==== Notes ====

Discussion: [https://forum.pine64.org/showthread.php?tid=12181&highlight=slackware+pinephone Thread]

----

=== Ubuntu Touch ===
[[File:Ubports-logo.png|right|100px]]

A Mobile Version of the Ubuntu Operating System made and maintained by the UBports Community. The port is currently maintained by Oren Klopfer (oklopfer).

Tow-Boot is required for installing the latest version of Ubuntu Touch (20.04) on the PinePhone. Instructions for installing Tow-Boot to the PinePhone can be found [https://tow-boot.org/devices/pine64-pinephoneA64.html here].

Installation instructions can be found at
[https://ubports.com/en/blog/ubports-news-1/post/pinephone-and-pinephone-pro-3889 this UBports post]. After Tow-Boot has been installed to your device, Ubuntu Touch installation just requires flashing the <code>.img.xz</code> to an SD or the eMMC.

==== Download ====

[https://gitlab.com/ook37/pinephone-pro-debos/-/releases UBports 20.04 PinePhone Latest Releases]

[https://devices.ubuntu-touch.io/device/pinephone/release/focal UBports PinePhone Device Info]

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials
|-
! Default user
| Set during boot
|-
! root
| <code>phablet/1234</code>
|}

==== Notes ====

Scroll down to the middle of [https://gitlab.com/ook37/pinephone-pro-debos/ the GitLab project page], or directly here [https://devices.ubuntu-touch.io/device/pinephone/release/focal/#deviceOverview at the UBports website] to see which features work.

Contributions and bug reports can be made at the [https://gitlab.com/ook37/pinephone-pro-debos/ UBports PinePhone GitLab page]. See [https://ubports.com/foundation/sponsors UBports website] for how to donate.

== Further Releases ==

=== Apache NuttX RTOS ===

[https://nuttx.apache.org/docs/latest Apache NuttX RTOS] is a Real-Time Operating System that supports PinePhone

* [https://nuttx.apache.org/docs/latest/platforms/arm/a64/boards/pinephone/index.html Apache NuttX RTOS on PINE64 PinePhone]

=== Sculpt Operating System (Genode OS Framework) ===

[https://genode.org/news/sculpt-os-release-23.04 Sculpt OS since version 23.04] supports PinePhone.
Ready-to-use system image available on the [https://genode.org/download/sculpt download page].

== Tools ==

There are software tools, that can be booted on the PinePhone.

=== JumpDrive ===

JumpDrive can be used to flash the eMMC (and the microSD card), see [[PinePhone Installation Instructions#Using JumpDrive]].

See https://github.com/dreemurrs-embedded/Jumpdrive/releases for the latest image.
Make sure to download the "PinePhone" image and to unpack the archive before flashing.

----

=== Tow-Boot ===

Tow-Boot is a more user-friendly distribution of U-Boot. Can also mount internal storage as USB Mass Storage by holding the volume up button at startup before and during the second vibration and the LED will turn blue if done successfully.

See https://github.com/Tow-Boot/Tow-Boot/releases for the latest image.
Make sure to download the image with pinephoneA64 in the name.

== Hardware test build ==

{{Warning|The factorytest image for hardware testing appears to be no longer maintained.}}

On the Braveheart model, there was a postmarketOS based basic Factory Test OS pre-installed on the eMMC. The developer Martijn Braam from postmarketOS has improved the functionality of the image considerably later. Since the 20200501 version, it is able to test all the hardware. It also includes functionality to install a new OS to the eMMC when using with an test image that includes that OS image. The downloadable image just does the hardware tests. Do not flash eMMC to test your device, just flash it to microSD and test from there. New versions are distributed as part of the postmarketOS distribution.

{{Info|The magnetometer test will fail on the new Beta Edition, as the factory image wasn't updated for it yet.}}

Links:

* [https://images.postmarketos.org/pinephone/ Software Images] ('''NOTE:''' Link is is broken) (download the latest one named like pine-pinephone-yyyyMMdd-factorytestX.img.xz)
* [https://gitlab.com/MartijnBraam/factorytest Git repo]
* [https://gitlab.com/MartijnBraam/factorytest/-/blob/master/README.rst Documentation]

== Historic factory builds ==

These are different operating system builds that was preloaded in the factory with testing utility.

Download the build, extract the image and dd it to a 8 GB or larger microSD card, then insert it into the PinePhone.
After power up or reboot, you may perform and complete the test routine, or apply the build from microSD card to eMMC.

All the download links below are direct download from pine64.org.

{{Warning|These images are for testing purposes only. If you are looking for an up-to-date image please select one from the [[#Software Releases|software releases]] section instead.}}

<div style="overflow: auto;">
{| class="wikitable" style="white-space: nowrap"
! Distribution
! Download Link
! File Size
! MD5
|-
| Beta Edition
| [https://files.pine64.org/os/PinePhone/BetaEdition/pine64-pinephone-plamo-beta-factorytest.img.xz pine64-pinephone-plamo-beta-factorytest.img.xz]
| 1.78GB
| <code>f16bce93504a52217540ac886863a418</code>
|-
| Mobian
| [https://files.pine64.org/os/PinePhone/Mobian/pine64-pinephone-20201207-factorytest-mobian.img.xz pine64-pinephone-20201207-factorytest-mobian.img.xz]
| 1.41GB
| <code>015be381ff4e650a7fca6d4eaa90d63d</code>
|-
| KDE
| [https://files.pine64.org/os/PinePhone/KDE/pine64-pinephone-20201208-factorytest-kde.img.xz pine64-pinephone-20201208-factorytest-kde.img.xz]
| 2.28GB
| <code>32979ff17b5ec4d358ce99f1aff0c77c</code>
|-
| Manjaro
| [https://files.pine64.org/os/PinePhone/Manjaro/pine64-pinephone-20201013-manjaro-stable-20201018-factory56.img.xz pine64-pinephone-20201013-manjaro-stable-20201018-factory56.img.xz]
| 1.04GB
| <code>4edfd4dceaefdd32a3417c1727161c29</code>
|-
| postmarketOS
| [https://files.pine64.org/os/PinePhone/PostMarketOS/pine64-pinephone-20200726-phosh-v20.05-factory.img.xz pine64-pinephone-20200726-phosh-v20.05-factory.img.xz]
| 517MB
| <code>244093be2f6d728fcbd1d29114607727</code>
|-
| Ubuntu Touch
| [https://files.pine64.org/os/PinePhone/UBPorts/PinePhone-flasher-ubuntu-7b.img.gz PinePhone-flasher-ubuntu-7b.img.gz]
| 1.05GB
| <code>2d7f5271e7a281db8f1b1219bedbe131</code>
|}
</div>

== Installing other ARM64 distributions ==

Other ARM64 distributions might be installed as well, however this requires some tinkering and may not work well.

{{Info|Distributions not on this page may not even boot after you follow this section. In the best case, they will be barely usable.
This is more for fun, or if you would like to port a new distribution to the PinePhone.}}

General steps:

# Create a boot partition (from 4 MB to about 252 MB) and a root partition (from the end of boot to the end of the card) filesystem on the SD card.
# Format the boot partition with vfat, and the root partition with a supported filesystem like ext4 or f2fs.
# Extract the root filesystem from your distribution's ARM image into the root filesystem on the SD card. Do not copy the partition, copy the files instead (in archive mode, like <code>rsync -ar</code>).
# Edit <code>/etc/fstab</code> to match your partitions.
# Grab megi's kernel from https://xff.cz/kernels/, Follow the instructions in the [https://xff.cz/kernels/README README], which involves copying the kernel modules into the SD card rootfs, and writing u-boot and the bootloader.

If you would like to see examples or specific commands for how to complete these steps, see:

* [https://github.com/nikhiljha/pp-fedora-sdsetup an example for Fedora], current unofficial [#Fedora] release
* [https://xnux.eu/howtos/install-arch-linux-arm.html an example for Arch Linux] by megi

== Other Resources ==

Community

* [[Main_Page#Community_and_Support|Links to the community services]]

Hardware information

* [[PinePhone|General PinePhone hardware info]] in this Pine64 wiki
* Details specific to the Braveheart Edition: [[PinePhone v1.1 - Braveheart|PinePhone 1.1 Braveheart hardware details]]
* Details specific to the Community Edition: [[PinePhone v1.2|PinePhone 1.2 hardware details]]
* The postmarketOS wiki has a detailed page on the PinePhone hardware [https://wiki.postmarketos.org/wiki/PINE64_PinePhone_(pine64-pinephone) here] and the preceding devkit [https://wiki.postmarketos.org/wiki/PINE64_Don%27t_be_evil_devkit_(pine64-dontbeevil) here]

Other software information

* [https://linux-sunxi.org/Main_Page sunxi community wiki]
* [https://xnux.eu/devices/pine64-pinephone.html megi's feature/driver support matrix]
* [https://megous.com/dl/tmp/README.bootui megi bootUI notes (for dualbooting/multibooting)] see demonstration [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZL1GREqoqx8 on YouTube]
* [https://github.com/ayufan-pine64/boot-tools ayufan boot tools]

Other

* [https://pine64.com/?post_type=product Pine64 shop]
* [https://www.pine64.org/2020/01/24/setting-the-record-straight-pinephone-misconceptions/ Pine64 blog on blobs]
* [https://tuxphones.com/yet-another-librem-5-and-pinephone-linux-smartphone-comparison/ Martijn Braam Librem 5 comparison, especially covering openness/blobs]
* [https://fam-ribbers.com/2019/12/28/State-of-Linux-on-mobile-and-common-misconceptions.html Bart Ribbers blog on Linux distributions and desktop environments on mobile devices]
* [https://www.jeffgeerling.com/blog/2019/a2-class-microsd-cards-offer-no-better-performance-raspberry-pi Jeff Geerling on testing microSD cards]

[[Category:PinePhone]]

PineTab

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[[File:Pinetab.jpg|400px|thumb|right|The PineTab]]

The '''PineTab''' is a 10" tablet created by PINE64. The PineTab is similar in both form, function and underlying ARM64 architecture to the original 11.6″ Pinebook. It is powered by the same quad-core ARM Cortex A53 64-Bit Processor used in our popular PINE A64 Single Board Computer. The optional keyboard and trackpad – which doubles-up as a screen cover – effectively converts the PineTab into a petite on-the-go laptop with a touch screen functionality. It runs numerous mainline Linux distributions as well as *BSD and Android.

Superseded by [[PineTab2]].
== Revisions ==

* Developer Edition - development version sent to roughly 100 developers. Close to the Early Adopter Edition, but with a different display panel
* [[PineTab/Early-Adopter|Early Adopter Edition]] - the first hardware revision of the PineTab

[[File:PineTabBoard.jpeg|400px|thumb|right|The insides of the PineTab]]

[[File:PineTab_Board.jpg|thumb|right|Pinetab Board]]

== Specifications ==
* '''Dimensions:''' 11mm x 175mm x 260mm (Thickness, Width, Height)
* '''Weight:''' 575g (Tablet alone)
* '''Build:''' Plastic
* '''Storage:'''
** 64GB of internal eMMC storage
** MicroSD slot, bootable
** M.2 SSD slot, supports SATA and USB devices only, not NVME (optional)
* '''Cameras:''' 2Mpx Front, 5Mpx Rear
* '''SOC:''' Allwinner A64 Quad Core
* '''CPU:''' 4x ARM A53 1.152GHz
* '''GPU:''' Mali 400 MP2
* '''RAM:''' 2GB LPDDR3
* '''I/O:''' HD Video Out (Mini HDMI), Micro USB 2.0 OTG, USB 2.0 A host, 3.5mm Headphone/Mic combo,
* '''Network:'''
** WiFi (802.11b/g/n, 2.4GHz only)
** Bluetooth 2.1
** M.2 LTE / Cell MODEM card, (optional, and takes place of optional M.2 SSD)
* '''Display:'''
** '''Size:''' 10.1 inches (257mm) diagonal
** '''Type:''' HD IPS capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors
** '''Resolution:''' 1280x800, 16:10 ratio <br>
* '''Attachments/Accessories:''' Magnetically attached keyboard (optional)
* '''Battery:''' 6000MAh (6Ah)
* '''Misc. features:'''
** Volume rocker
** Speakers and Microphone
** 2.5mm OD 0.7mm ID DC Jack Power (5V 2A) Port

== Keyboard ==
'''Overview:''' The PineTab detachable keyboard features a full function row, FN key functionality, meta key (where the Windows key would be) and all of the keys you need for daily use.

'''FN keys:''' Pause/play (F2), Stop (F3), Previous(F4), Next(F5), Music (F6), Mail (F7), Home (F8), Mute (F9), Vol- (F10), Vol+ (F11), Disable touchpad (F12), NumLock (Insert), Scroll Lock (Delete), PgUp (Up Arrow), PgDn (Down Arrow), Home (Left Arrow), End (Right Arrow), Digital Numpad (7,8,9,0,U,I,O,P,J,K,L,;,M,.,/)

== Operating Systems ==
The PineTab will automatically boot from microSD if a bootable card is inserted. Although it is technically possible to use any ARM distro (because the PineTab uses the mainline kernel), only few of them will actually be usable on Early Adopters PineTab, due to specifics of working with LCD panel.

Since most software issues will be release-specific, please see the [[PineTab Releases]] page for additional software related instructions, tips, and tricks.

=== Releases ===

The releases for the PineTab can be found under [[PineTab Releases]].

== Installation instructions ==
For instructions on how to install the operating systems to the eMMC or microSD card see [[PinePhone Installation Instructions]]. The information is almost the same for the PineTab, as it is a very similar device. Do not try to use the PinePhone images though, use the PineTab images linked above.

For details see the [[Getting started]] article.

== Tips and tricks ==

=== Reset ===

If your PineTab is in unknown state or doesn't want to start: Press power button for 7-8s. It makes a sound and you know it's totally off. 3 seconds after, power button again for 2-3s and it will start to boot.

=== Power Off While Charging ===

When plugging your Pinetab into a charger, it automatically powers on. Use the above "Reset" instruction (holding the power button in for several seconds) to turn it off. This will allow your Pinetab to charge without being powered on.

=== Display rotated 90° on Arch ARM ===
With the following command you can turn the display to landscape:

echo 1 | sudo tee /sys/class/graphics/fbcon/rotate

This command does not persist a reboot.

== Assembly and disassembly ==

Be very careful here. It is not a 'pop off' cover design.
Special care should be directed to AVOID anything that may appear to cause a "bend" in screen.

Gently use fingernails (or if you have one, plastic pry), starting in the very middle location for each side (saving keyboard connector latch over area (bottom side) for the very last removal step).

Work your way from the inner middle on each side, slowly. Slide gently towards the direction of each corner (saving the lifting of actual corners themselves for the second to last step)). Careful not to break thin speaker wires that line the outside of the inner case.

The very last opening piece should be the "latch over" (where the keyboard pins connect).

KEEP IN MIND: The main key here is to avoid any potential "bend" of the screen. We save the corners until after working on the middle of each side to reduce pressure on the screen.

Do not force anything. If it is not coming off with gentle effort, you are likely doing something wrong (try another side middle).

== Board information, schematics and certifications ==

PineTab mainboard schematic:
* [https://files.pine64.org/doc/PineTab/PineTab%20Schematic%20v1.2-20191125.pdf PineTab mainboard Released Schematic ver 1.2]
* [https://files.pine64.org/doc/PineTab/PineTab%20Board%20View%20v1.2-20191201-top.pdf PineTab mainboard component placement ver 1.2 - Top View]
* [https://files.pine64.org/doc/PineTab/PineTab%20Board%20View%20v1.2-20191201-bottom.pdf PineTab mainboard component placement ver 1.2 - Bottom View]

PineTab keyboard schematic:
* PineTab keyboard and Pinebook (Pro) keyboard using same controller and from same engineering source
* [https://files.pine64.org/doc/PineTab/Pinetab%20HB092A%20Keyboard%20Schematic.pdf PineTab Keyboard Schematic]
* [https://files.pine64.org/doc/PineTab/HB092_0884232458_Hynitron_PTP_20200514_662905_Linux_US_BackLight_CRC_175057F5.hex PineTab keyboard firmware code]
* [https://files.pine64.org/doc/PineTab/SH68F83V2.0.pdf PineTab Keyboard Controller Datasheet]

PineTab certifications:
* [https://files.pine64.org/doc/cert/PineTab%20FCC-SDOC%20Certificate-S20060600404001.pdf PineTab FCC Certificate]
* [https://files.pine64.org/doc/cert/PineTab%20CE-RED%20Certificate-S20060600403.pdf PineTab CE RED Certificate]
* [https://files.pine64.org/doc/cert/PINETAB%20ROHS%20TEST%20REPORT.pdf PineTab ROHS Test Report]

== Datasheets for components and peripherals ==
Allwinner A64 SoC information:
* [https://files.pine64.org/doc/datasheet/pine64/A64%20brief%20v1.0%2020150323.pdf Allwinner A64 SoC brief introduction]
* [https://files.pine64.org/doc/datasheet/pine64/A64_Datasheet_V1.1.pdf Allwinner A64 SoC Data Sheet V1.1 (Official Released Version)]
* [https://files.pine64.org/doc/datasheet/pine64/Allwinner_A64_User_Manual_V1.0.pdf Allwinner A64 SoC User Manual V1.0 (Official Release Version)]

X-Powers AXP803 PMU (Power Management Unit) information:
* [https://files.pine64.org/doc/datasheet/pine64/AXP803_Datasheet_V1.0.pdf AXP803 PMIC datasheet]

LPDDR3 (178 Balls) SDRAM:
* [https://files.pine64.org/doc/datasheet/pinephone/ATL3A1632H12A_mobile_lpddr3_11x11.5_v1.0_1600.pdf Artmem LPDDR3 datasheet]

eMMC information:
* [https://files.pine64.org/doc/rock64/PINE64_eMMC_Module_20170719.pdf PINE64 eMMC module schematic]
* [https://files.pine64.org/doc/rock64/usb%20emmc%20module%20adapter%20v2.pdf PINE64 USB adapter for eMMC module V2 schematic]
* [https://files.pine64.org/doc/rock64/USB%20adapter%20for%20eMMC%20module%20PCB.tar PINE64 USB adapter for eMMC module PCB in JPEG]
* [https://files.pine64.org/doc/datasheet/pine64/SDINADF4-16-128GB-H%20data%20sheet%20v1.13.pdf 64GB SanDisk eMMC Datasheet]

CMOS camera module information:
* [https://files.pine64.org/doc/datasheet/pinephone/OV5640_datasheet.pdf OV5640 5MP CMOS Image Sensor SoC for Rear Module datasheet]
* [https://files.pine64.org/doc/datasheet/pinephone/GC2145%20CSP%20DataSheet%20release%20V1.0_20131201.pdf GC2145 2MP CMOS Image Sensor SoC for Front Module datasheet]

LCD touch screen panel information:
* [https://files.pine64.org/doc/datasheet/pinetab/GT9271.pdf GOODiX GT9271 Capacitive Touch Controller datasheet]
* [https://files.pine64.org/doc/datasheet/pinetab/GT9271_Config_20200818_142030_V66.cfg PineTab GT9271 Capacitive Touch Controller configuration file]

Lithium battery information:
* N/A

WiFi/BT module information:
* [https://files.pine64.org/doc/datasheet/pine64/RTL8723BS.pdf RTL8723BS/RTL8723CS specification]

== External Links ==
* [https://pine64.com/product/pinetab-10-1-linux-tablet/ The PineTab on the Pine64 store]
* [https://forum.pine64.org/forumdisplay.php?fid=140 The PineTab section of the Pine64 forums]
* [https://forum.pine64.org/showthread.php?tid=11401 Comments on back cover removal on forums]
* [https://forum.pine64.org/showthread.php?tid=13118 Demonstration Video: Pinetab back cover removal on forums]

[[Category:PineTab]] [[Category:Allwinner A64]]

PineTab Releases

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This page contains a list of all available releases and tools for the [[PineTab]] in alphabetical order.

The installation instructions can be found under [[PineTab#Installation instructions]].

== Linux ==

=== Arch Linux ARM ===
[[File:Archlinux-logo.png|right|80px]]

Unofficial '''Arch Linux ARM''' with Phosh as the UI selection, maintained by the DanctNIX community.

Download:
* The latest image can be downloaded [https://github.com/dreemurrs-embedded/Pine64-Arch/releases here]

-----

=== Manjaro ARM ===
[[File:Manjaro-logo.svg|right|80px]]

'''Manjaro''' is a Linux based alternative operating system with no adverts or licensing fees, it respects user privacy and gives them full control over their hardware. The PineTab "Early Adopter" edition is currently the only device supported by Manjaro ARM.

Download:
* Images with several different environments, including Phosh and Plasma, are available for the "Dev" pre-release can be downloaded [https://osdn.net/projects/manjaro-arm/storage/pinetab/ here]
* Images for the Early Adopter version can be downloaded [https://github.com/manjaro-arm/pinetab-images/releases here].

Both Beta releases and weekly unstable builds for Phosh and Plasma Mobile can be found there.

-----

=== Mobian ===
[[File:Debian-logo.png|right|80px]]

'''Mobian''' is a project providing Debian images for mobile devices.

Download:
* PineTab images can be downloaded [https://images.mobian.org/pinetab/ here]. The password is '''1234'''

-----

=== postmarketOS ===
[[File:PostmarketOS_logo.png|right|80px]]

'''postmarketOS''' extends [https://www.alpinelinux.org/ Alpine Linux] to run on smartphones and other mobile devices.

It offers various user interfaces (Phosh, Plasma Mobile, Sxmo, Plasma Desktop, Gnome 3, Kodi, XFCE4 and more). As of writing, official images are provided with Phosh and Plasma Mobile. The official images come in two flavors, either as demo image to try out postmarketOS, or with the installer.

When using the installer images (recommended), it is possible to:
* encrypt your installation
* install from the SD card to eMMC

Getting postmarketOS for the PineTab:
* [https://postmarketos.org/download/ Download page]
* [https://wiki.postmarketos.org/wiki/PINE64_PineTab_(pine64-pinetab)#Installation Flashing instructions]
* Power users may also create their own image with the distribution's install and development tool <code>pmbootstrap</code>

-----

=== Rhino Linux ===
[[File:rhino-linux-logo.png|right|100px]]

Rhino Linux is an Ubuntu-based distribution that uses the rolling-release model by tracking the <code>devel</code> branch of repositories. The port is currently maintained by Oren Klopfer (oklopfer).

The bootloader (u-boot) comes pre-flashed in the port. Installation just requires flashing the <code>.img.xz</code> to an SD or the eMMC.

==== Download ====
[https://rhinolinux.org/download.html Rhino Linux Downloads] (select Pine64 on the dropdown)

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials
|-
! Default user
| <code>rhino/1234</code>
|}

==== Notes ====
Foundational to the distribution is [https://pacstall.dev Pacstall], a Debian-based user repository inspired by the AUR. Additionally, RL comes with [https://rhinolinux.org/unicorn/ Unicorn], a custom modified version of XFCE with various modernizations and improvements, including auto-rotation for mobile devices.

[https://discord.gg/reSvc8Ztk3 Discord] - [https://matrix.to/#/#rolling-rhino-remix:matrix.org Matrix] - [https://github.com/rhino-linux GitHub] - [https://rhinolinux.org/wiki.html Wiki]

----

=== Sailfish OS ===

[[File:SailfishOS logo.png|right|80px]]

You can get '''SailfishOS''' on your with the flash-it script, which will write an image on a SD card. https://github.com/sailfish-on-dontbeevil/flash-it

There is a forum discussion with further information.

http://forum.pine64.org/showthread.php?tid=11850

Many things are still broken but Bluetooth, Audio, Rotation and Keyboard are working.

-----

=== Ubuntu Touch ===
[[File:Ubports-logo.png|right|100px]]

A Mobile Version of the Ubuntu Operating System made and maintained by the UBports Community. The port is currently maintained by Oren Klopfer (oklopfer).

The bootloader (u-boot) comes pre-flashed in the port. Installation just requires flashing the <code>.img.xz</code> to an SD or the eMMC.

==== Download ====

[https://gitlab.com/ook37/pinephone-pro-debos/-/releases UBports 20.04 PineTab Latest Releases]

[https://devices.ubuntu-touch.io/device/pinetab/release/focal UBports PineTab Device Info]

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials
|-
! Default user
| Set during boot
|-
! root
| <code>phablet/1234</code>
|}

==== Notes ====

Scroll down to the middle of [https://gitlab.com/ook37/pinephone-pro-debos/ the GitLab project page], or directly here [https://devices.ubuntu-touch.io/device/pinetab/release/focal/#deviceOverview at the UBports website] to see which features work.

Contributions and bug reports can be made at the [https://gitlab.com/ook37/pinephone-pro-debos/ UBports PineTab GitLab page]. See [https://ubports.com/foundation/sponsors UBports website] for how to donate.

PinePhone Pro Software Releases

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This page contains a list of all available releases and tools for the [[PinePhone Pro]].

== Arch Linux ARM ==
[[File:Archlinux-logo.png|right|100px]]

(Unofficial) Arch Linux ARM with choice of Phosh UI, Plasma Mobile, sxmo or barebones.
Currently being maintained by the [https://danctnix.org/ DanctNIX] community (GitHub: [https://github.com/DanctNIX/danctnix danctnix], [https://github.com/dreemurrs-embedded dreemurrs-embedded]).

=== Download ===

Get both stable and test builds at [https://github.com/dreemurrs-embedded/Pine64-Arch/releases GitHub releases].

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials
|-
! Default user
| <code>alarm/123456</code>
|-
! root (barebone only)
| <code>root/root</code>
|}

=== Notes ===
The GitHub page can be found here: [https://github.com/dreemurrs-embedded/Pine64-Arch/ dreemurrs-embedded/Pine64-Arch]

A re-image of the above Arch image providing a Btrfs root partitioning has been [https://github.com/K-arch27/arch-pine64-build-btrfs/releases/ made by user kaida].

== Gentoo ==
[[File:GentooLogo.png|right|100px]]

There are unofficial Gentoo overlays with ebuilds for the PinePhone Pro. There are no images - the image must be built manually, including picking the kernel, bootloader and the desired desktop environment. The ARM64 version of Gentoo has to be selected. The PinePhone Pro will not boot with P-Boot but will boot with U-Boot, there is an ebuild for it.

=== Download ===

The overlay can be found under https://github.com/stealthgun/gjdwebserver-overlay

=== Notes ===

See https://stealthgun.tweakblogs.net/blog/19830/gentoo-on-a-pinephone-pro for the documentation.

{{Info|Please consider cross-compiling the software on the computer. Long compilation times and heat production can lead to a reduced lifespan of the phone.}}

== GloDroid ==

A fully open-source port of Android and LineageOS to the PinePhone Pro.

GitHub: [https://github.com/GloDroidCommunity/pine64-pinephonepro GloDroid]

=== Download ===

* Releases: [https://github.com/GloDroidCommunity/pine64-pinephonepro/releases GloDroid]

=== Notes ===

Project status [https://github.com/GloDroidCommunity/pine64-pinephonepro/issues/1 link]

== LuneOS ==
[[File:Luneos-logo-256.png|right|100px]]

LuneOS is one of the original multi-tasking OS-es that runs on Linux. Based on HP/Palm's webOS, merged with latest technology stack from LG called webOS OSE (a derivative of what LG uses on their Smart TV's), software such as Qt5 and makes use of the Yocto build system.

=== Download ===

* LuneOS (Initial preview): [https://github.com/webOS-ports/meta-pine64-luneos/releases Downloads]

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials
|-
! Default user
| <code>root</code>
|}

=== Notes ===

In order to connect to the device using SSH/SCP via WiFi: You can simply connect via SSH/SCP via WiFi using the PinePhonePro's IP address on port 22.

== Manjaro ARM ==
[[File:Manjaro-logo.svg|right|100px]]

Manjaro is a user-friendly Linux distribution based on the independently developed Arch operating system with the Plasma Mobile and Phosh desktop environment.

=== Download ===

* Phosh: [https://github.com/manjaro-pinephone/phosh-dev/releases Dev] and [https://github.com/manjaro-pinephone/phosh/releases Stable] (recommended)
* Plasma Mobile: [https://github.com/manjaro-pinephone/plasma-mobile-dev/releases Dev] and [https://github.com/manjaro-pinephone/plasma-mobile/releases Stable] (recommended)

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials
|-
! Default user
| <code>manjaro/123456</code>
|-
! root
| <code>root/root</code>
|}

== Mobian ==
[[File:Debian-logo.png|right|100px]]

An unofficial [https://www.debian.org Debian] build for ARM64 running with Phosh (developed by Purism, uses Wayland instead of Xorg).
The base system is pure Debian, with only the GUI applications and a few others (ModemManager, WiFi chip firmware) being built from modified sources (as well as the kernel and u-boot).
Current version is Debian Bookworm.

=== Download ===

[https://images.mobian.org/pinephonepro/ Images]

{{Info|Tow-Boot required to be able to boot the images, see [https://tow-boot.org/devices/pine64-pinephonePro.html here]!}}

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials
|-
! Default user
| <code>mobian/1234</code>
|}

=== Notes ===
The development is work in progress. See [https://gitlab.com/mobian1/devices/pinephonepro-support pinephonepro-support] for further information. The Mobian wiki can be found [https://wiki.mobian-project.org/ here].

In order to connect to the device using SSH/SCP via WiFi, you need to install SSH on the device. You can do this by executing the following in a shell: "sudo apt-get install ssh", afterwards you can connect via SSH/SCP via WiFi using the PinePhonePro's IP address on port 22.

== Kali Linux ==
[[File:Kali-logo.png|right|200px]]

The official Kali Nethunter images for PinePhone and PinePhone Pro have been released now. Get [https://github.com/Shubhamvis98/nethunter-pinephone Nethunter App] for your PinePhone's Kali Linux.

=== Download ===

* [https://github.com/Shubhamvis98/kali-pinephone/releases Kali Phosh Unofficial]
* [https://www.kali.org/get-kali/#kali-mobile Kali Nethunter Pro Official]

{{Warning|There are reports that the official Kali images fail to boot.}}

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials
|-
! Default user for Unofficial Releases
| <code>kali/8888</code>
|-
! Default user for Nethunter Releases
| <code>kali/1234</code>
|}

=== Notes ===

For the installation see the installation instructions under [[PinePhone Pro#Installation instructions]], or the general instructions under [[PinePhone Installation Instructions]].

== Nemo Mobile ==
[[File:nemo_mobile.png|right|100px]]

Nemo Mobile is the open source build of Sailfish OS with a open source UI called [http://nemomobile.net/glacier-home/ Glacier], [http://nemomobile.net/pages/Hello_manjaro/ based on Manjaro].

=== Download ===

[https://img.nemomobile.net/2022.05/Manjaro-ARM-nemomobile-pinephonepro-0.9.img.xz Image]

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials
|-
! Default user
| <code>manjaro/123456</code>
|-
! root
| <code>root/root</code>
|}

=== Notes ===
The website of the Nemo Mobile UX Team can be found [https://nemomobile.net/ here]. Please report bugs regarding the Nemo Mobile UI as [https://github.com/nemomobile-ux/main/issues GitHub issue].

== NixOS ==
[[File:NixOS.webp|right|100px]]

NixOS is a Linux distribution built on top of the Nix package manager using declarative configuration to allow reliable system upgrades.

=== Download ===
Not available yet.

=== Notes ===
WIP. See https://github.com/NixOS/mobile-nixos/issues/440

== postmarketOS ==
[[File:PostmarketOS_logo.png|right|100px]]

postmarketOS extends [https://www.alpinelinux.org/ Alpine Linux] to run on smartphones and other mobile devices.
It offers various user interfaces (Phosh, Plasma Mobile, Sxmo, Plasma Desktop, Gnome 3, Kodi, XFCE4, ...).

=== Download ===
[https://postmarketos.org/download/ Download page]

Note that images for the PinePhone Pro are in the "community" category of devices indicating some features may not work. You can also build your own image using [https://wiki.postmarketos.org/wiki/Installation_guide pmbootstrap]

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials (regular images, not installer or pmbootstrap)
|-
! Default user
| <code>user/147147</code>
|}

=== Notes ===
See the [https://wiki.postmarketos.org/wiki/PINE64_PinePhone_Pro_(pine64-pinephonepro) pine64-pinephonepro] page of the postmarketOS wiki for details.

== Rhino Linux ==
[[File:rhino-linux-logo.png|right|100px]]

Rhino Linux is an Ubuntu-based distribution that uses the rolling-release model by tracking the <code>devel</code> branch of repositories. The port is currently maintained by Oren Klopfer (oklopfer).

Tow-Boot is required for installing Rhino Linux. Instructions for installing Tow-Boot to the PinePhone Pro can be found [https://tow-boot.org/devices/pine64-pinephonePro.html here]. After Tow-Boot has been installed to your device, Rhino Linux installation just requires flashing the <code>.img.xz</code> to an SD or the eMMC.

=== Download ===
[https://rhinolinux.org/download.html Rhino Linux Downloads] (select Pine64 on the dropdown)

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials
|-
! Default user
| <code>rhino/1234</code>
|}

=== Notes ===
Foundational to the distribution is [https://pacstall.dev Pacstall], a Debian-based user repository inspired by the AUR. Additionally, RL comes with [https://rhinolinux.org/unicorn/ Unicorn], a custom modified version of XFCE with various modernizations and improvements, including auto-rotation for mobile devices.

[https://discord.gg/reSvc8Ztk3 Discord] - [https://matrix.to/#/#rolling-rhino-remix:matrix.org Matrix] - [https://github.com/rhino-linux GitHub] - [https://rhinolinux.org/wiki.html Wiki]

== Ubuntu Touch ==
[[File:Ubports-logo.png|right|100px]]

A Mobile Version of the Ubuntu Operating System made and maintained by the UBports Community. The port is currently maintained by Oren Klopfer (oklopfer).

Tow-Boot is required for installing the latest version of Ubuntu Touch (20.04) to the PinePhone Pro. Instructions for installing Tow-Boot to the PinePhone Pro can be found [https://tow-boot.org/devices/pine64-pinephonePro.html here].

Installation instructions can be found at
[https://ubports.com/en/blog/ubports-news-1/post/pinephone-and-pinephone-pro-3889 this UBports post]. After Tow-Boot has been installed to your device, Ubuntu Touch installation just requires flashing the <code>.img.xz</code> to an SD or the eMMC.

=== Download ===

[https://gitlab.com/ook37/pinephone-pro-debos/-/releases UBports 20.04 PinePhone Pro Latest Releases]

[https://devices.ubuntu-touch.io/device/pinephone-pro/release/focal UBports PinePhone Pro Device Info]

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials
|-
! Default user
| Set during boot
|-
! root
| <code>phablet/1234</code>
|}

=== Notes ===

Scroll down to the middle of [https://gitlab.com/ook37/pinephone-pro-debos/ the GitLab project page], or directly here [https://devices.ubuntu-touch.io/device/pinephone-pro/release/focal/#deviceOverview at the UBports website] to see which features work.

Contributions and bug reports can be made at the [https://gitlab.com/ook37/pinephone-pro-debos/ UBports PinePhone Pro GitLab page]. See [https://ubports.com/foundation/sponsors UBports website] for how to donate.

== Various DPA Images ==
Multiple versions of unofficial images of various Debian-based distributions by the user DPA. They also contain some of DPA's own software.

=== Download ===
The latest successful image builds can be found here: https://repo.dpa.li/apt/dpa-image-builder/images/?board=pinephone-pro

=== Notes ===
Most of these images are still in development / incomplete and DPA doesn't have time to test them all, but they can still be useful as a starting point to get distributions running for which no other images have been created yet. DPA made these images because they wanted to run their favorite distribution, Devuan, on their phone.

The build scripts can be found in various places: [https://gitlab.com/DanielAbrecht/dpa-image-builder GitLab], [https://projects.dpa.li/git/?p=dpa-image-builder.git;a=summary my server], [https://github.com/Daniel-Abrecht/dpa-image-builder GitHub]

In theory, these build scripts can create images for any Debian-based distribution which supports ARM64 and can be bootstrapped using ''debootstrap''.

[[Category:PinePhone Pro]]

PinePhone Software Releases

2023-12-06T20:39:26Z

Julian: /* Mobian */ Update Tow-Boot instructions link

This page contains a list of all available releases and tools for the [[PinePhone]] in alphabetical order.

{{Info|Some releases may not have a good setup for the backlight at low brightness. If configured too low, the backlight shuts down completely, but the screen is still displayed and usable in bright front-light.}}

See [[PinePhone Installation Instructions]] on how to install the operating systems. Please see [[PinePhone Updating Instructions]] for how to update the phone.

== Software Releases ==

=== Arch Linux ARM ===
[[File:Archlinux-logo.png|right|100px]]

(Unofficial) Arch Linux ARM with choice of Phosh UI, Plasma Mobile, sxmo or barebones. It is maintained by the [https://danctnix.org/ DanctNIX] community (GitHub: [https://github.com/DanctNIX/danctnix danctnix], [https://github.com/dreemurrs-embedded dreemurrs-embedded]).

==== Download ====

Get both stable and test builds at [https://github.com/dreemurrs-embedded/Pine64-Arch/releases GitHub releases].

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials
|-
! Default user
| <code>alarm/123456</code>
|-
! root (barebone only)
| <code>root/root</code>
|}

==== Notes ====

* There are ''archmobile'' chat rooms on Matrix ([https://matrix.to/#/#archmobile:kde.org #archmobile:kde.org]) and Telegram ([https://t.me/archmobile @archmobile]).
* Feel free to send us [https://github.com/dreemurrs-embedded/Pine64-Arch/pulls pull requests] and reports [https://github.com/dreemurrs-embedded/Pine64-Arch/issues issues] on [https://github.com/dreemurrs-embedded/Pine64-Arch GitHub].
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=== ExpidusOS ===

A fork of [https://voidlinux.org Void Linux] with a custom fork of XFCE called [https://github.com/ExpidusOS/genesis Gensis] as the default desktop environment, developed by [https://midstall.com/ Midstall Software].

* [https://expidusos.com ExpidusOS official website]
* [https://wiki.expidusos.com/index.php/Main_Page ExpidusOS Wiki]
* [https://discord.gg/GVfBF2w Midstall Software Discord server]
* GitHub: [https://github.com/ExpidusOS ExpidusOS]

==== Download ====

Check the [https://expidusos.com/download download page] for that latest version, or the [https://build.expidusos.com/ image file list] for all versions, look for the filename that starts with "pinephone".

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials
|-
! Default user
| <code>expidus/expidus</code>
|}

==== Notes ====

What works, what does not work:

* The ExpidusOS Wiki has a page detailing [https://wiki.expidusos.com/index.php/Device:PinePhone supported features].

How to contribute and report defects:

* Join the [https://discord.gg/GVfBF2w Discord server] or corresponding repo at GitHub ([https://github.com/orgs/ExpidusOS/repositories repo list]).

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=== Fedora ===
[[File:Fedora1.png|right|100px]]

An (unofficial) vanilla Fedora rawhide build for aarch64 with megi's kernel and [https://copr.fedorainfracloud.org/coprs/njha/mobile/packages/ some additional packages] to tie it all together.
It aims to eventually be an upstream part of the Fedora project, rather than a phone-specific distribution.

* Forum discussion: [https://forum.pine64.org/showthread.php?tid=9347 Fedora + Phosh for PinePhone]
* GitHub: [https://github.com/nikhiljha/pp-fedora-sdsetup nikhiljha/pp-fedora-sdsetup]

==== Download ====

* [https://github.com/nikhiljha/pp-fedora-sdsetup/releases Flashable images]
* [https://github.com/nikhiljha/pp-fedora-sdsetup Build scripts]
* [https://copr.fedorainfracloud.org/coprs/njha/mobile/ Packages (Fedora COPR)]

There is also an FTP server with images build every night @ ftp://pine.warpspeed.dk/nightly/pinephone/ (Mount this with something like Nautilus)

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials
|-
! GitHub images
| <code>pine/123456</code>
|-
! Nightly images (via FTP)
| <code>pine/1111</code>
|}

==== Notes ====

WiFi, Bluetooth, SMS, Data, Calls all work! There are still a few bugs though, and [https://xnux.eu/devices/pine64-pinephone.html#toc-feature-driver-support-matrix some features don't have driver support yet] on any PinePhone distribution.

Please send your bug reports to [https://github.com/nikhiljha/pp-fedora-sdsetup/issues the project's issue tracker]. Be sure to include logs if applicable! Send us pull requests on [https://github.com/nikhiljha/pp-fedora-sdsetup/pulls Github].

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=== Gentoo ===
[[File:GentooLogo.png|right|100px]]

There are unofficial Gentoo overlays with ebuilds for the PinePhone. There are no images - the image must be built manually, including picking the kernel, bootloader and the desired desktop environment. The ARM64 version of Gentoo has to be selected.

==== Download ====

Overlay locations:

* https://git.gjdwebserver.nl/gjdwebserver/gjdwebserver-overlay

==== Notes ====

The documentation can be found here:

* https://blog.gjdwebserver.nl/ords/f?p=107:HOME:::::ARTICLE:gentoo-on-a-pinephone
* https://blog.gjdwebserver.nl/ords/f?p=107:HOME:::::ARTICLE:gentoo-on-a-pinephone-making-it-a-usable-phone
* https://blog.gjdwebserver.nl/ords/f?p=107:HOME:::::ARTICLE:gentoo-on-a-pinephone-pro
* https://wiki.gentoo.org/wiki/User:Dr41nU/PinePhone
* https://wiki.gentoo.org/wiki/PinePhone (incomplete)

{{Info|Please consider cross-compiling the software on the computer. Long compilation times and heat production can lead to a reduced lifespan of the phone.}}

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=== GloDroid ===

A fully open-source port of Android and LineageOS to the PinePhone.

GitHub: [https://github.com/GloDroidCommunity/pine64-pinephone GloDroid]

==== Download ====

* Releases: [https://github.com/GloDroidCommunity/pine64-pinephone/releases GloDroid]

==== Notes ====

Feature overview:

* Works: WiFi, screen dimming, sound, touchscreen, charging and telephony(partially) works.
* Doesn't work: Bluetooth and GPS
* See more at [https://github.com/GloDroidCommunity/pine64-pinephone/issues/2 project status page]

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=== Kali Linux ===
[[File:Kali-logo.png|right|200px]]

The official Kali Nethunter images for PinePhone and PinePhone Pro have been released now. For older/unofficial releases, you can still download from the GitHub releases page. Get [https://github.com/Shubhamvis98/nethunter-pinephone Nethunter App] for your PinePhone's Kali Linux. Packet Injection is working now, use iwconfig instead of airmon-ng.

==== Download ====

* [https://github.com/Shubhamvis98/kali-pinephone/releases Kali Phosh Unofficial]
* [https://www.kali.org/get-kali/#kali-mobile Kali Nethunter Pro Official]

{{Warning|There are reports that the official Kali images fail to boot.}}

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials
|-
! Default user for Unofficial Releases
| <code>kali/8888</code>
|-
! Default user for Nethunter Releases
| <code>kali/1234</code>
|}

==== Notes ====

For the installation see the installation instructions under [[PinePhone Installation Instructions]]

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=== LuneOS ===
[[File:Luneos-logo-256.png|right|100px]]

LuneOS is one of the original multi-tasking OS-es that runs on Linux. Based on HP/Palm's webOS, merged with latest technology stack from LG called webOS OSE (a derivative of what LG uses on their Smart TV's), software such as Qt5 and makes use of the Yocto build system.

* [https://www.webos-ports.org/wiki/Main_Page WebOS Ports Wiki]
* [https://webos-ports.org/wiki/Pinephone_Info WebOS-Ports Wiki's Pinephone page]
* GitHub: [https://github.com/webOS-ports WebOS Ports]

==== Download ====

* LuneOS Preview images: [https://github.com/webOS-ports/meta-pine64-luneos/releases Downloads]

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials
|-
! Default user
| <code>root</code>
|}

==== Notes ====

In order to connect to the device using SSH/SCP via WiFi: You can simply connect via SSH/SCP via WiFi using the PinePhone's IP address on port 22.
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=== Maemo Leste ===
[[File:Maemoleste-logo.png|right|100px]]

[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Maemo Maemo] is a trimmed-down version of Debian for mobile devices,
originally a collaboration between Nokia and many open source projects (the [http://maemo.org/intro/ Maemo community]) before Nokia abandoned it. The more well-known devices Maemo supports are the OpenMoko and N900. The community now takes full responsibility in developing fully open source Maemo for a variety of mobile devices. You may be interested to learn more about the features in their [https://leste.maemo.org/Leste_FAQ Maemo Leste FAQ].

Maemo 8 "Leste" is an ARM64 port of [https://devuan.org/ Devuan] (Debian without systemd) and runs the mainline Linux kernel.
The default user interface stack is [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hildon Hildon], [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/X.Org_Server Xorg], [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Matchbox_(window_manager) Matchbox WM], and [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/GTK GTK].

==== Download ====

* [http://maedevu.maemo.org/images/pinephone/ Maemo Leste test builds]

There is also an [https://github.com/maemo-leste/image-builder image builder], see the wiki for instructions on how to [https://leste.maemo.org/Image_Builder build a custom image]. For current status and instructions, please read their [https://leste.maemo.org/PinePhone PinePhone wiki page].

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials
|-
! root
| <code>toor</code>
|-
! user
| <code>12345 (lockscreen)</code>
|}

==== Notes ====

Most discussion occurs at [ircs://irc.libera.chat:6697/#maemo-leste <code>#maemo-leste</code> on <code>irc.libera.chat</code>] and [https://talk.maemo.org/showthread.php?t=100192&page=60 this thread].

All other contact information is listed on the [https://leste.maemo.org/Main_Page main page] of the Maemo wiki.

Submit [https://github.com/maemo-leste/bugtracker/issues bug reports] on github.
To track known issues, you may use these search terms:
[https://github.com/maemo-leste/bugtracker/issues?utf8=%E2%9C%93&q=is%3Aissue+is%3Aopen+pinephone pinephone],
[https://github.com/maemo-leste/bugtracker/issues?utf8=%E2%9C%93&q=is%3Aissue+is%3Aopen+pine64 pine64].

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=== Manjaro ARM ===
[[File:Manjaro-logo.svg|right|100px]]

Manjaro is a user-friendly Linux distribution based on the independently developed Arch operating system with the Plasma Mobile and Phosh desktop environment.

==== Download ====

* Phosh: [https://github.com/manjaro-pinephone/phosh-dev/releases Dev] and [https://github.com/manjaro-pinephone/phosh/releases Stable]
* Plasma Mobile: [https://github.com/manjaro-pinephone/plasma-mobile-dev/releases Dev] and [https://github.com/manjaro-pinephone/plasma-mobile/releases Stable]
* Lomiri: [https://github.com/manjaro-pinephone/lomiri-dev Dev] (unmaintained)

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials (Only Phosh)
|-
! Default user
| <code>manjaro/123456</code>
|-
! root
| <code>root/root</code>
|}

==== Notes ====

The installation of the stable images is strongly suggested. The dev images might break frequently.

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=== Mobian ===
[[File:Debian-logo.png|right|100px]]

An unofficial [https://www.debian.org Debian] build for ARM64 running with Phosh (developed by Purism, uses Wayland instead of Xorg).
The base system is pure Debian, with only the GUI applications and a few others (ModemManager, WiFi chip firmware) being built from modified sources (as well as the kernel and u-boot).
Current version is Debian Bookworm.

==== Download ====

* [https://images.mobian.org/pinephone/ Images]

{{Info|Tow-Boot is required to be able to boot the images, see [https://tow-boot.org/devices/pine64-pinephoneA64.html here]!}}

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials
|-
! Default user
| <code>mobian/1234</code>
|}

==== Notes ====
The development is work in progress. See [https://gitlab.com/mobian1/devices/pinephone-support pinephone-support] for further information. The Mobian wiki can be found [https://wiki.mobian-project.org/ here].

In order to connect to the device using SSH/SCP via WiFi, you need to install SSH on the device. You can do this by executing the following in a shell: "sudo apt-get install ssh", afterwards you can connect via SSH/SCP via WiFi using the PinePhone's IP address on port 22.

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=== Multi-distro demo image ===

{{Warning|This is a demo image for testing different operating systems before installing a regular image. Attempting to use this image productively is highly discouraged. The kernel is shared across the different operating systems and is not updated.}}

This image allow users to try many Linux distributions easily, without having to figure out how to flash them individually and juggle with many microSD cards. Also called megi's 15-in-1 multi boot image.

* Main page: https://xnux.eu/p-boot-demo/
* Git repo: https://megous.com/git/pinephone-multi-boot/
* Forum discussion: [https://forum.pine64.org/showthread.php?tid=11347 15-distro multi-boot image for Pinephone]

==== Download ====

'''Update 2022-01-26, using megi's kernel 5.16.2'''

DD image to SD card and boot. This image is for 16GiB or larger SD cards, also works if flashed to eMMC.

This is also a good build for charging depleted battery. Just boot up this build with power supply connected, keep the PinePhone charging for 3 hours at power down stage.

For more info on this build, please visit its entry the "News" section of its [https://xnux.eu/p-boot-demo/ web page].

* [https://dl.xnux.eu/p-boot-multi-2022-01-26.torrent Download torrent file from author's website]
* [http://dl.xnux.eu/p-boot-multi-2022-01-26/ Download img.zst from author's website] (speed limited to 512KiB/s)
* [http://mirror.uxes.cz/dl.xnux.eu/ Download torrent and img.zst from discord user uxes' mirror]
** '''File name:''' multi.img.zst
** '''SHA-256:''' <span style="word-break: break-all">39915b9d2aa2f33fd78552ac9a0e665c4aef97dd68a9f9a6c76f9fa2f0ac049e</span>
** '''File Size:''' 6.9GiB

Due to its size, download though torrent is suggested by the author on its main page.

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials
|-
! General
| <code>1111</code>
|-
! sxmo
| <code>user/1111</code>
|-
! Manjaro
| seems to insist on <code>123456</code>
|}

==== Notes ====

{{Info | Note about zstd) archive file (<code>.zst</code>):

On Linux, you may install or compile <code>zstd</code>, then write the image to SD card by piping <code>zstdcat</code> and <code>dd</code>. See the "Installation" section of its [https://xnux.eu/p-boot-demo/ web page] for command examples.

On Windows, instead of the offical [https://github.com/facebook/zstd zstd] command line program, you may use [https://github.com/mcmilk/7-Zip-zstd 7-zip-zstd]. Different installation method is provided in their README. Install 7-Zip-zstd / zstd, extract the disk image file (<code>.img</code>) from the zstd archive, and flash with tools like [https://sourceforge.net/projects/win32diskimager/ Win32 Disk Imager].}}

Also see [[PinePhone Installation Instructions]].

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=== Nemo Mobile ===
[[File:nemo_mobile.png|right|100px]]

Nemo Mobile is the open source build of Sailfish OS with a open source UI called [http://nemomobile.net/glacier-home/ Glacier], [http://nemomobile.net/pages/Hello_manjaro/ based on Manjaro].

==== Download ====

[https://img.nemomobile.net/2022.05/Manjaro-ARM-nemomobile-pinephone-0.9.img.xz Image]

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials
|-
! Default user
| <code>manjaro/123456</code>
|-
! root
| <code>root/root</code>
|}

==== Notes ====
The website of the Nemo Mobile UX Team can be found [https://nemomobile.net/ here]. Please report bugs regarding the Nemo Mobile UI as [https://github.com/nemomobile-ux/main/issues GitHub issue].

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=== NixOS ===
[[File:NixOS.webp|right|100px]]

NixOS is a Linux distribution built on top of the Nix package manager using declarative configuration to allow reliable system upgrades.

==== Download ====
There is a guided installer by the [https://mobile.nixos.org/devices/pine64-pinephone.html Mobile NixOS] project available. An installer image that can be flashed to a sdcard can be downloaded from the [https://hydra.nixos.org/job/mobile-nixos/unstable/installer.pine64-pinephone Hydra build instance].

Users that want to build a local image, are expected to follow the instructions in the [https://mobile.nixos.org/getting-started.html Getting Started page],
and [https://mobile.nixos.org/devices/pine64-pinephone.html Project's device page].

==== Notes ====
Project home page: [https://mobile.nixos.org/ Mobile NixOS]

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=== OpenMandriva Lx ===
[[File:Oma-logo-22042013_300pp.png|right|100px]]

OpenMandriva Lx with Plasma Mobile as UI.

==== Download ====

The official image can be found [https://sourceforge.net/projects/openmandriva/files/release/4.2/RC/Pinephone/ at sourceforge.net].
See [https://www.openmandriva.org/en/news/article/openmandriva-lx-4-3-rc-available-for-testing here] for the offical announcement.

==== Notes ====

{{Info| This image is solely for testing purposes.}}

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=== openSUSE ===
[[File:SLEM-OS-logo.png|right|100px]]

Our images use the same [https://en.opensuse.org/Portal:Tumbleweed openSUSE Tumbleweed] base as our desktop images,
except what needs to be changed for the PinePhone.
The images include <i>zypper</i> (RPM) as the default package manager,
and have access to virtually the same (open source) software as our desktop repositories,
thanks to the [https://en.opensuse.org/Portal:Factory Factory] ports.
Using [https://en.opensuse.org/SDB:DNF dnf] is possible, if preferred.

==== Download ====

* [https://download.opensuse.org/repositories/devel:/ARM:/Factory:/Contrib:/PinePhone/images/openSUSE-Tumbleweed-ARM-PHOSH-pinephone.aarch64.raw.xz Phosh] / [https://download.opensuse.org/repositories/devel:/ARM:/Factory:/Contrib:/PinePhone/images/openSUSE-Tumbleweed-ARM-PHOSH-pinephone.aarch64.raw.xz.sha256 SHA-256] / [https://download.opensuse.org/repositories/devel:/ARM:/Factory:/Contrib:/PinePhone/images/openSUSE-Tumbleweed-ARM-PHOSH-pinephone.aarch64.raw.xz.sha256.asc SHA-256 Signature]
* [https://download.opensuse.org/repositories/devel:/ARM:/Factory:/Contrib:/PinePhone/images/openSUSE-Tumbleweed-ARM-PLAMO-pinephone.aarch64.raw.xz Plasma Mobile] / [https://download.opensuse.org/repositories/devel:/ARM:/Factory:/Contrib:/PinePhone/images/openSUSE-Tumbleweed-ARM-PLAMO-pinephone.aarch64.raw.xz.sha256 SHA-256] / [https://download.opensuse.org/repositories/devel:/ARM:/Factory:/Contrib:/PinePhone/images/openSUSE-Tumbleweed-ARM-PLAMO-pinephone.aarch64.raw.xz.sha256.asc SHA-256 Signature]

To verify the images you need to import [https://build.opensuse.org/projects/devel:ARM:Factory:Contrib:PinePhone/public_key our GPG key].
Keep on mind that the first boot may stay on black screen for about a minute - consequent boots should be faster.

You can find install instructions at [https://en.opensuse.org/HCL:PinePhone#Installing_openSUSE_in_a_Pinephone this section] in the openSUSE Wiki.

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials
|-
! Default user
| <code>pine/1234</code>
|-
! root
| <code>root/linux</code>
|}

==== Notes ====

You can find all information about the releases of the project [https://gitlab.com/slem.os/slem.os/-/blob/master/CHANGELOG.md here].
Detailed information, tips and troubleshooting suggestions are also provided at [https://en.opensuse.org/HCL:PinePhone the openSUSE Wiki].
You will also find information in our wiki on how to report issues (Contributing section).

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=== postmarketOS ===
[[File:PostmarketOS_logo.png|right|100px]]

postmarketOS extends [https://www.alpinelinux.org/ Alpine Linux] to run on smartphones and other mobile devices.
It offers various user interfaces (Phosh, Plasma Mobile, Sxmo, Plasma Desktop, Gnome 3, Kodi, XFCE4, ...).

==== Download ====
[https://postmarketos.org/download/ Download page]

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials
|-
! Test images user
| <code>user/147147</code>
|}

==== Notes ====
As of writing, official images are provided with Phosh, Plasma Mobile and Sxmo.
The official images come in two flavors, either as a test image to try out postmarketOS, or with the installer.

When using the installer images (recommended), it is possible to:
* encrypt the installation
* install from the SD card to eMMC

Power users may also create their own image with the distribution's install and development tool <code>pmbootstrap</code>.

See the [https://wiki.postmarketos.org/wiki/PINE64_PinePhone_(pine64-pinephone) pine64-pinephone] page of the postmarketOS wiki for details.

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=== Rhino Linux ===
[[File:rhino-linux-logo.png|right|100px]]

Rhino Linux is an Ubuntu-based distribution that uses the rolling-release model by tracking the <code>devel</code> branch of repositories. The port is currently maintained by Oren Klopfer (oklopfer).

Tow-Boot is required for installing Rhino Linux. Instructions for installing Tow-Boot to the PinePhone can be found [https://tow-boot.org/devices/pine64-pinephoneA64.html here]. After Tow-Boot has been installed to your device, Rhino Linux installation just requires flashing the <code>.img.xz</code> to an SD or the eMMC.

==== Download ====
[https://rhinolinux.org/download.html Rhino Linux Downloads] (select Pine64 on the dropdown)

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials
|-
! Default user
| <code>rhino/1234</code>
|}

==== Notes ====
Foundational to the distribution is [https://pacstall.dev Pacstall], a Debian-based user repository inspired by the AUR. Additionally, RL comes with [https://rhinolinux.org/unicorn/ Unicorn], a custom modified version of XFCE with various modernizations and improvements, including auto-rotation for mobile devices.

[https://discord.gg/reSvc8Ztk3 Discord] - [https://matrix.to/#/#rolling-rhino-remix:matrix.org Matrix] - [https://github.com/rhino-linux GitHub] - [https://rhinolinux.org/wiki.html Wiki]

----

=== Sailfish OS ===
[[File:SailfishOS_logo.png|right|100px]]

[https://sailfishos.org/ Sailfish OS] is a Linux-based operating system based on open source projects such as [https://wiki.merproject.org/wiki/Main_Page Mer], and a closed source UI based on [https://sailfishos.org/wiki/Lipstick Lipstick].

* [https://wiki.merproject.org/wiki/Adaptations/PinePhone64 PinePhone Wiki Page] on Mer Wiki, for both Nemo Mobile and Sailfish OS.
* [https://gitlab.com/pinephone-sailfish-os/linux-kernel/ Linux kernel config repo]
* [https://gitlab.com/sailfishos-porters-ci/dont_be_evil-ci/ Sailfish OS repo]

==== Download ====

'''Flashing script'''

The Sailfish OS image is built on Gitlab CI. The latest image can be installed using the [https://raw.githubusercontent.com/sailfish-on-dontbeevil/flash-it/master/flash-it.sh flashing script].

The script downloads the image and bootloader from the CI, extracts everything and burns it onto the SD card.
Note: The script will format and erase the SD card!

Instructions:
# Download the flashing script
# Insert a microSD card in your device
# Make the script executable: <code>chmod +x flash-it.sh</code>
# Verify that you have the <code>bsdtar</code> package installed
# Execute it: <code>./flash-it.sh</code>
# Follow the instructions. Some commands in the script require root permissions (for example: mounting and flashing the SD card).

* When asked where to flash, type 'raw' and it will build the image on your computer. Otherwise define the path /dev/.... to flash to card or internal emmc.

'''username/password'''

Set PIN on initialization.

==== Notes ====

* Sometimes the first run stalls before the tutorial. Reboot and it will start from setting the security pin.
* The homescreen may be locked unless you boot with a sim card inserted. An old expired sim will do. '''If you do not have a SIM card on hands, do NOT set a security code on first boot.'''
* When a screen with a loading circle is displayed, just left/right swipe it away.
* If you're not familiar with Sailfish OS, pay attention to the tutorial - the interface works great, but is not immediately obvious. If you are familiar with it, you can skip the tutorial by touching all 4 corners starting top left.

'''What works, what does not work'''

See the [https://wiki.merproject.org/wiki/Adaptations/PinePhone64#Hardware_Support Hardware Support section] on the Mer Wiki's PinePhone Page.

There is a limited selection of apps available from the Jolla store, the vast majority are hosted on openrepos.net. If the Storeman app for openrepos is not preinstalled, download the RPM and click to install.

'''How to contribute and report defects'''

See the documentation wiki at [https://github.com/sailfish-on-dontbeevil/documentation/wiki the github project] for help and links.

See the [https://wiki.merproject.org/wiki/Adaptations/PinePhone64#Installation Installation section] on the Mer Wiki's PinePhone Page for compile, build and development.

Git repo links are at the top of this OS section. other repos that may be helpful:

* [https://github.com/sailfish-on-dontbeevil GitHub project page]
* [https://github.com/sailfish-on-dontbeevil/flash-it the repo of the flash-it.sh flashing script]
* [https://build.merproject.org/project/show/nemo:devel:hw:pine:dontbeevil Mer Open Build Service page] ([https://forum.sailfishos.org/t/changes-needed-to-merge-the-project-names-to-sailfish-os/1672 Mer is being assimilated into Sailfish OS] and [https://forum.sailfishos.org/t/obs-shut-down-and-next-steps/1814 OBS is shutting down], also see [https://specs.openstack.org/openstack/fuel-specs/specs/7.0/replace-obs.html OpenStack is replacing OBS with another build system based on Jenkins], if it's related, even OBS come back under Sailfish OS, it will be different.)

See the [https://sailfishos.org/wiki/Collaborative_Development#Reporting_issues Sailfish OS wiki] for links to their forum, as well as info required when reporting an issue. See the [https://sailfishos.org/wiki/SailfishOS Sailfish OS wiki main page] for options to contribute to Sailfish OS.

'''Notes'''

OTA is supported: <code>zypper refresh && zypper update</code> as root (<code>devel-su</code> to get root access). Things that need reflash are bootloader specific at the moment. If improvements like [[Crust]] or changes of partition layout are added, then you need to reflash.
----

=== SkiffOS ===
[[File:SkiffOS-Icon-1.png|right|100px]]

Minimal in-memory cross-compiled OS optimized for hosting multiple in parallel Docker containers. Provides the reliability of firmware with the ease-of-use of package managers.

==== Download ====

The repository and instructions can be found [https://github.com/skiffos/SkiffOS/tree/master/configs/pine64/phone here].

==== Notes ====

Upgrade over-the-air via a simple rsync script, or copying 3 files.

Uses the [http://buildroot.org Buildroot] cross-compilation tool for support for all Pine64 boards.

Use configuration packages to configure distro:

{| class="wikitable"
! Package
! Distro
|-
| core/pinephone_neon
| KDE Neon via Ubuntu repositories
|-
| core/pinephone_nixos
| Nixos Mobile
|-
| core/pinephone_gentoo
| Gentoo with Link-time Optimization & KDE Mobile or Phosh
|-
| core/pinephone_ubports
| Ubuntu Ports for PinePhone
|-
| core/pinephone_manjaro_kde
| Manjaro for PinePhone: KDE variant
|-
| core/pinephone_manjaro_phosh
| Manjaro for PinePhone: Phosh variant
|-
| core/pinephone_manjaro_lomiri
| Manjaro for PinePhone: Lomiri variant
|}

The boot-up OS is upgraded independently from the containers.

----

=== Slackware ===

[https://arm.slackware.com/ Slackware] is the world's oldest actively developed Linux distribution, providing a modern user land (applications) and Linux Kernel, within a more classic Unix Operating System environment.

==== Download ====

* http://dl.fail.pp.ua/slackware/images/pinephone/

==== Notes ====

Discussion: [https://forum.pine64.org/showthread.php?tid=12181&highlight=slackware+pinephone Thread]

----

=== Ubuntu Touch ===
[[File:Ubports-logo.png|right|100px]]

A Mobile Version of the Ubuntu Operating System made and maintained by the UBports Community. The port is currently maintained by Oren Klopfer (oklopfer).

Tow-Boot is required for installing the latest version of Ubuntu Touch (20.04) on the PinePhone. Instructions for installing Tow-Boot to the PinePhone can be found [https://tow-boot.org/devices/pine64-pinephoneA64.html here].

Installation instructions can be found at
[https://ubports.com/en/blog/ubports-news-1/post/pinephone-and-pinephone-pro-3889 this UBports post]. After Tow-Boot has been installed to your device, Ubuntu Touch installation just requires flashing the <code>.img.xz</code> to an SD or the eMMC.

==== Download ====

[https://gitlab.com/ook37/pinephone-pro-debos/-/releases UBports 20.04 PinePhone Latest Releases]

[https://devices.ubuntu-touch.io/device/pinephone/release/focal UBports PinePhone Device Info]

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials
|-
! Default user
| Set during boot
|-
! root
| <code>phablet/1234</code>
|}

==== Notes ====

Scroll down to the middle of [https://gitlab.com/ook37/pinephone-pro-debos/ the GitLab project page], or directly here [https://devices.ubuntu-touch.io/device/pinephone/release/focal/#deviceOverview at the UBports website] to see which features work.

Contributions and bug reports can be made at the [https://gitlab.com/ook37/pinephone-pro-debos/ UBports PinePhone GitLab page]. See [https://ubports.com/foundation/sponsors UBports website] for how to donate.

== Further Releases ==

=== Apache NuttX RTOS ===

[https://nuttx.apache.org/docs/latest Apache NuttX RTOS] is a Real-Time Operating System that supports PinePhone

* [https://nuttx.apache.org/docs/latest/platforms/arm/a64/boards/pinephone/index.html Apache NuttX RTOS on PINE64 PinePhone]

=== Sculpt Operating System (Genode OS Framework) ===

[https://genode.org/news/sculpt-os-release-23.04 Sculpt OS since version 23.04] supports PinePhone.
Ready-to-use system image available on the [https://genode.org/download/sculpt download page].

== Tools ==

There are software tools, that can be booted on the PinePhone.

=== JumpDrive ===

JumpDrive can be used to flash the eMMC (and the microSD card), see [[PinePhone Installation Instructions#Using JumpDrive]].

See https://github.com/dreemurrs-embedded/Jumpdrive/releases for the latest image.
Make sure to download the "PinePhone" image and to unpack the archive before flashing.

----

=== Tow-Boot ===

Tow-Boot is a more user-friendly distribution of U-Boot. Can also mount internal storage as USB Mass Storage by holding the volume up button at startup before and during the second vibration and the LED will turn blue if done successfully.

See https://github.com/Tow-Boot/Tow-Boot/releases for the latest image.
Make sure to download the image with pinephoneA64 in the name.

== Hardware test build ==

{{Warning|The factorytest image for hardware testing appears to be no longer maintained.}}

On the Braveheart model, there was a postmarketOS based basic Factory Test OS pre-installed on the eMMC. The developer Martijn Braam from postmarketOS has improved the functionality of the image considerably later. Since the 20200501 version, it is able to test all the hardware. It also includes functionality to install a new OS to the eMMC when using with an test image that includes that OS image. The downloadable image just does the hardware tests. Do not flash eMMC to test your device, just flash it to microSD and test from there. New versions are distributed as part of the postmarketOS distribution.

{{Info|The magnetometer test will fail on the new Beta Edition, as the factory image wasn't updated for it yet.}}

Links:

* [https://images.postmarketos.org/pinephone/ Software Images] ('''NOTE:''' Link is is broken) (download the latest one named like pine-pinephone-yyyyMMdd-factorytestX.img.xz)
* [https://gitlab.com/MartijnBraam/factorytest Git repo]
* [https://gitlab.com/MartijnBraam/factorytest/-/blob/master/README.rst Documentation]

== Historic factory builds ==

These are different operating system builds that was preloaded in the factory with testing utility.

Download the build, extract the image and dd it to a 8 GB or larger microSD card, then insert it into the PinePhone.
After power up or reboot, you may perform and complete the test routine, or apply the build from microSD card to eMMC.

All the download links below are direct download from pine64.org.

{{Warning|These images are for testing purposes only. If you are looking for an up-to-date image please select one from the [[#Software Releases|software releases]] section instead.}}

<div style="overflow: auto;">
{| class="wikitable" style="white-space: nowrap"
! Distribution
! Download Link
! File Size
! MD5
|-
| Beta Edition
| [https://files.pine64.org/os/PinePhone/BetaEdition/pine64-pinephone-plamo-beta-factorytest.img.xz pine64-pinephone-plamo-beta-factorytest.img.xz]
| 1.78GB
| <code>f16bce93504a52217540ac886863a418</code>
|-
| Mobian
| [https://files.pine64.org/os/PinePhone/Mobian/pine64-pinephone-20201207-factorytest-mobian.img.xz pine64-pinephone-20201207-factorytest-mobian.img.xz]
| 1.41GB
| <code>015be381ff4e650a7fca6d4eaa90d63d</code>
|-
| KDE
| [https://files.pine64.org/os/PinePhone/KDE/pine64-pinephone-20201208-factorytest-kde.img.xz pine64-pinephone-20201208-factorytest-kde.img.xz]
| 2.28GB
| <code>32979ff17b5ec4d358ce99f1aff0c77c</code>
|-
| Manjaro
| [https://files.pine64.org/os/PinePhone/Manjaro/pine64-pinephone-20201013-manjaro-stable-20201018-factory56.img.xz pine64-pinephone-20201013-manjaro-stable-20201018-factory56.img.xz]
| 1.04GB
| <code>4edfd4dceaefdd32a3417c1727161c29</code>
|-
| postmarketOS
| [https://files.pine64.org/os/PinePhone/PostMarketOS/pine64-pinephone-20200726-phosh-v20.05-factory.img.xz pine64-pinephone-20200726-phosh-v20.05-factory.img.xz]
| 517MB
| <code>244093be2f6d728fcbd1d29114607727</code>
|-
| Ubuntu Touch
| [https://files.pine64.org/os/PinePhone/UBPorts/PinePhone-flasher-ubuntu-7b.img.gz PinePhone-flasher-ubuntu-7b.img.gz]
| 1.05GB
| <code>2d7f5271e7a281db8f1b1219bedbe131</code>
|}
</div>

== Installing other ARM64 distributions ==

Other ARM64 distributions might be installed as well, however this requires some tinkering and may not work well.

{{Info|Distributions not on this page may not even boot after you follow this section. In the best case, they will be barely usable.
This is more for fun, or if you would like to port a new distribution to the PinePhone.}}

General steps:

# Create a boot partition (from 4 MB to about 252 MB) and a root partition (from the end of boot to the end of the card) filesystem on the SD card.
# Format the boot partition with vfat, and the root partition with a supported filesystem like ext4 or f2fs.
# Extract the root filesystem from your distribution's ARM image into the root filesystem on the SD card. Do not copy the partition, copy the files instead (in archive mode, like <code>rsync -ar</code>).
# Edit <code>/etc/fstab</code> to match your partitions.
# Grab megi's kernel from https://xff.cz/kernels/, Follow the instructions in the [https://xff.cz/kernels/README README], which involves copying the kernel modules into the SD card rootfs, and writing u-boot and the bootloader.

If you would like to see examples or specific commands for how to complete these steps, see:

* [https://github.com/nikhiljha/pp-fedora-sdsetup an example for Fedora], current unofficial [#Fedora] release
* [https://xnux.eu/howtos/install-arch-linux-arm.html an example for Arch Linux] by megi

== Other Resources ==

Community

* [[Main_Page#Community_and_Support|Links to the community services]]

Hardware information

* [[PinePhone|General PinePhone hardware info]] in this Pine64 wiki
* Details specific to the Braveheart Edition: [[PinePhone v1.1 - Braveheart|PinePhone 1.1 Braveheart hardware details]]
* Details specific to the Community Edition: [[PinePhone v1.2|PinePhone 1.2 hardware details]]
* The postmarketOS wiki has a detailed page on the PinePhone hardware [https://wiki.postmarketos.org/wiki/PINE64_PinePhone_(pine64-pinephone) here] and the preceding devkit [https://wiki.postmarketos.org/wiki/PINE64_Don%27t_be_evil_devkit_(pine64-dontbeevil) here]

Other software information

* [https://linux-sunxi.org/Main_Page sunxi community wiki]
* [https://xnux.eu/devices/pine64-pinephone.html megi's feature/driver support matrix]
* [https://megous.com/dl/tmp/README.bootui megi bootUI notes (for dualbooting/multibooting)] see demonstration [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZL1GREqoqx8 on YouTube]
* [https://github.com/ayufan-pine64/boot-tools ayufan boot tools]

Other

* [https://pine64.com/?post_type=product Pine64 shop]
* [https://www.pine64.org/2020/01/24/setting-the-record-straight-pinephone-misconceptions/ Pine64 blog on blobs]
* [https://tuxphones.com/yet-another-librem-5-and-pinephone-linux-smartphone-comparison/ Martijn Braam Librem 5 comparison, especially covering openness/blobs]
* [https://fam-ribbers.com/2019/12/28/State-of-Linux-on-mobile-and-common-misconceptions.html Bart Ribbers blog on Linux distributions and desktop environments on mobile devices]
* [https://www.jeffgeerling.com/blog/2019/a2-class-microsd-cards-offer-no-better-performance-raspberry-pi Jeff Geerling on testing microSD cards]

[[Category:PinePhone]]

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Developer, supporter of the free and open source software movement, strong believer in human rights, in democracy, and in European unity.

Website: https://julianfairfax.gitlab.io

Slava Ukraini! 🇺🇦

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[https://mobian.org Mobian] developer, a supporter of the free and open source software movement, strong believer in human rights, in democracy, and in European unity.

Website: https://julianfairfax.gitlab.io

Slava Ukraini! 🇺🇦

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Hi, my name is Julian. I'm a [https://mobian.org/ Mobian] developer and a supporter of the free and open source software movement

I'm also a strong believer in human rights, in democracy, and in European unity.

You can find my projects, blog posts, and some documentation I've written on [https://julianfairfax.gitlab.io my website].

You can also find me on these platforms:
* ArchWiki: https://wiki.archlinux.org/title/User:Julianfairfax
* Debian Wiki: https://wiki.debian.org/julianfairfax
* Mastodon: https://fosstodon.org/@julianfairfax

Slava Ukraini! 🇺🇦

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== Julian ==
Mobian developer, supporter of the free and open source software movement, strong believer in human rights, in democracy, and in European unity.

Slava Ukraini! 🇺🇦

* Homepage: https://julianfairfax.gitlab.io/
* Projects: https://julianfairfax.gitlab.io/projects.html
* Security: https://julianfairfax.gitlab.io/security.html
* Contact: https://julianfairfax.gitlab.io/contact.html
* Mastodon: https://fosstodon.org/@julianfairfax
* Debian Wiki: https://wiki.debian.org/julianfairfax
* ArchWiki: https://wiki.archlinux.org/title/User:Julianfairfax

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PineTab2 Releases

2023-07-01T18:25:42Z

Julian: /* Mobian */ Update/simplify instructions

This page contains a list of all available releases and tools for the [[PineTab2]] in alphabetical order.

The installation instructions can be found under [[PineTab2#Installation instructions]].

__TOC__

== Linux ==

=== Arch Linux ARM ===
[[File:Archlinux-logo.png|right|100px]]

(Unofficial) Arch Linux ARM maintained by the [https://danctnix.org/ DanctNIX] community (GitHub: [https://github.com/DanctNIX/danctnix danctnix], [https://github.com/dreemurrs-embedded dreemurrs-embedded]).

Download:

* https://echo.danctnix.org:7269/danctnix-factory-image-20230527.img.xz

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials
|-
! Default user
| <code>alarm/123456</code>
|}

Notes:

* Currently ships without a Wi-Fi and Bluetooth driver
* [https://wiki.archlinux.org/title/SDDM#KDE_Plasma_Wayland_hangs_on_shutdown_and_reboot system hangs on reboot/shutdown] (SDDM bug, workaround possible)
* [https://forum.pine64.org/showthread.php?tid=18313 screen rotated 90°, workaround possible]
* [https://github.com/ScottFreeCode/Pine64-Arch/tree/master/PKGBUILDS/pine64/alsa-ucm-pinetab2 HP/Speaker switching via Alsa UCM]

=== Buildroot ===
[[File:Buildroot.png|right|100px]]

Buildroot is a simple, efficient and easy-to-use tool to generate embedded Linux systems through cross-compilation.

An external tree for the PINE64 PineTab2 is developed and maintained by ''Danct12'' (same developer behind the PineTab2 port of ''Arch Linux ARM'').

Download:

* The repository and build instructions can be found [https://github.com/Danct12/buildroot_pinetab2 here].

=== Mobian ===
[[File:Debian-logo.png|right|100px]]

An unofficial [https://www.debian.org Debian] build for ARM64 running with Phosh. The current version of the base Debian system is Debian Bookworm. See the installation instructions [https://wiki.debian.org/InstallingDebianOn/PINE64/PineTab2 here]. If you have questions about Mobian, please ask them in the [https://matrix.to/#/#mobian:matrix.org Mobian Matrix room].

Download:

* [https://images.mobian.org/pinetab2/ Images]

{{Info|U-Boot is required to boot the images. If you have the factory image installed and updated to the latest version, you can boot Mobian from an SD card without installing U-Boot.}}

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials
|-
! Default user
| <code>mobian/1234</code>
|}

Notes:
* The development is work in progress. Mobian's support for the PineTab2 is maintained by [https://salsa.debian.org/julianfairfax Julian]. The Mobian wiki can be found [https://wiki.mobian-project.org/ here].
* In order to connect to the device using SSH/SCP, you need to install SSH on the device. You can do this by executing the following in a shell: "sudo apt-get install ssh", afterwards you can connect via SSH/SCP using the PineTab2's IP address on port 22.
* When installing Mobian with full disk encryption and booting with the keyboard case connected, you will have to touch the screen or press a key to show the decryption screen. This is an [https://gitlab.com/postmarketOS/osk-sdl/-/issues/148 upstream issue].



[[Category:Rockchip RK3566]]

=== NixOS ===
[[File:NixOS.webp|right|100px]]

NixOS is an immutable Linux distribution built around the Nix configuration language. The NixOS image for PineTab2 uses some downstream modifications to packages, such as an U-Boot package based on 2023.07-rc4 and a kernel also used by the Arch Linux Arm image.

This image is extremely basic and currently boots to a console. A NixOS configuration can be applied after booting to gain a full graphical system.

Download:

* https://github.com/nabam/nixos-rockchip/releases

Notes:

After booting, download this flake to the pinetab and place it at '''/etc/nixos/flake.nix''':

* https://git.asonix.dog/asonix/pinetab2-nixos/raw/branch/main/flake.nix

Run the following commands:

$ sudo su
> cd
> nixos-rebuild switch
> nixos-rebuild switch # yes, do it two times
> reboot

After rebooting, there will be a new user account.

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials
|-
! Default user
| <code>pinetab2/changeme</code>
|}

PineTab2 Releases

2023-07-01T14:24:44Z

Julian: /* Mobian */ The stock OS will now boot Mobian from an SD card

This page contains a list of all available releases and tools for the [[PineTab2]] in alphabetical order.

The installation instructions can be found under [[PineTab2#Installation instructions]].

__TOC__

== Linux ==

=== Arch Linux ARM ===
[[File:Archlinux-logo.png|right|100px]]

(Unofficial) Arch Linux ARM maintained by the [https://danctnix.org/ DanctNIX] community (GitHub: [https://github.com/DanctNIX/danctnix danctnix], [https://github.com/dreemurrs-embedded dreemurrs-embedded]).

Download:

* https://echo.danctnix.org:7269/danctnix-factory-image-20230527.img.xz

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials
|-
! Default user
| <code>alarm/123456</code>
|}

Notes:

* Currently ships without a Wi-Fi and Bluetooth driver
* [https://wiki.archlinux.org/title/SDDM#KDE_Plasma_Wayland_hangs_on_shutdown_and_reboot system hangs on reboot/shutdown] (SDDM bug, workaround possible)
* [https://forum.pine64.org/showthread.php?tid=18313 screen rotated 90°, workaround possible]
* [https://github.com/ScottFreeCode/Pine64-Arch/tree/master/PKGBUILDS/pine64/alsa-ucm-pinetab2 HP/Speaker switching via Alsa UCM]

=== Buildroot ===
[[File:Buildroot.png|right|100px]]

Buildroot is a simple, efficient and easy-to-use tool to generate embedded Linux systems through cross-compilation.

An external tree for the PINE64 PineTab2 is developed and maintained by ''Danct12'' (same developer behind the PineTab2 port of ''Arch Linux ARM'').

Download:

* The repository and build instructions can be found [https://github.com/Danct12/buildroot_pinetab2 here].

=== Mobian ===
[[File:Debian-logo.png|right|100px]]

An unofficial [https://www.debian.org Debian] build for ARM64 running with Phosh. The current version of the base Debian system is Debian Bookworm. See the installation instructions [https://wiki.debian.org/InstallingDebianOn/PINE64/PineTab2 here]. If you have questions about Mobian, please ask them in the [https://matrix.to/#/#mobian:matrix.org Mobian Matrix room].

Download:

* [https://images.mobian.org/pinetab2/ Images]

{{Info|U-Boot is required to boot the images. If you have the latest version of the stock operating system installed, you can boot Mobian from an SD card without installing U-Boot.}}

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials
|-
! Default user
| <code>mobian/1234</code>
|}

Notes:
* The development is work in progress. Mobian's support for the PineTab2 is maintained by [https://salsa.debian.org/julianfairfax Julian]. The Mobian wiki can be found [https://wiki.mobian-project.org/ here].
* In order to connect to the device using SSH/SCP, you need to install SSH on the device. You can do this by executing the following in a shell: "sudo apt-get install ssh", afterwards you can connect via SSH/SCP using the PineTab2's IP address on port 22.
* When installing Mobian with full disk encryption and booting with the keyboard case connected, you will have to touch the screen or press a key to show the decryption screen. This is an [https://gitlab.com/postmarketOS/osk-sdl/-/issues/148 upstream issue].



[[Category:Rockchip RK3566]]

=== NixOS ===
[[File:NixOS.webp|right|100px]]

NixOS is an immutable Linux distribution built around the Nix configuration language. The NixOS image for PineTab2 uses some downstream modifications to packages, such as an U-Boot package based on 2023.07-rc4 and a kernel also used by the Arch Linux Arm image.

This image is extremely basic and currently boots to a console. A NixOS configuration can be applied after booting to gain a full graphical system.

Download:

* https://github.com/nabam/nixos-rockchip/releases

Notes:

After booting, download this flake to the pinetab and place it at '''/etc/nixos/flake.nix''':

* https://git.asonix.dog/asonix/pinetab2-nixos/raw/branch/main/flake.nix

Run the following commands:

$ sudo su
> cd
> nixos-rebuild switch
> nixos-rebuild switch # yes, do it two times
> reboot

After rebooting, there will be a new user account.

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials
|-
! Default user
| <code>pinetab2/changeme</code>
|}

User:Julian

2023-06-28T21:32:09Z

Julian: Create user page

Mobian developer, supporter of the free and open source software movement, strong believer in human rights, in democracy, and in European unity.

Slava Ukraini! 🇺🇦

PineTab2 Releases

2023-06-28T20:27:11Z

Julian: /* Mobian */ Redundant sentence

This page contains a list of all available releases and tools for the [[PineTab2]] in alphabetical order.

The installation instructions can be found under [[PineTab2#Installation instructions]].

__TOC__

== Linux ==

=== Arch Linux ARM ===
[[File:Archlinux-logo.png|right|100px]]

(Unofficial) Arch Linux ARM maintained by the [https://danctnix.org/ DanctNIX] community (GitHub: [https://github.com/DanctNIX/danctnix danctnix], [https://github.com/dreemurrs-embedded dreemurrs-embedded]).

Download:

* https://echo.danctnix.org:7269/danctnix-factory-image-20230527.img.xz

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials
|-
! Default user
| <code>alarm/123456</code>
|}

Notes:

* Currently ships without a Wi-Fi and Bluetooth driver
* [https://wiki.archlinux.org/title/SDDM#KDE_Plasma_Wayland_hangs_on_shutdown_and_reboot system hangs on reboot/shutdown] (SDDM bug, workaround possible)
* [https://forum.pine64.org/showthread.php?tid=18313 screen rotated 90°, workaround possible]
* [https://github.com/ScottFreeCode/Pine64-Arch/tree/master/PKGBUILDS/pine64/alsa-ucm-pinetab2 HP/Speaker switching via Alsa UCM]

=== Buildroot ===
[[File:Buildroot.png|right|100px]]

Buildroot is a simple, efficient and easy-to-use tool to generate embedded Linux systems through cross-compilation.

An external tree for the PINE64 PineTab 2 is developed and maintained by Danct12 (same developer behind the PineTab 2 port of Arch Linux ARM).

Download:

* The repository and build instructions can be found [https://github.com/Danct12/buildroot_pinetab2 here].

=== Mobian ===
[[File:Debian-logo.png|right|100px]]

An unofficial [https://www.debian.org Debian] build for ARM64 running with Phosh. The current version of the base Debian system is Debian Bookworm. See the installation instructions [https://wiki.debian.org/InstallingDebianOn/PINE64/PineTab2 here]. If you have questions about Mobian, please ask them in the [https://matrix.to/#/#mobian:matrix.org Mobian Matrix room].

Download:

* [https://images.mobian.org/pinetab2/ Images]

{{Info|U-Boot is required to be able to boot the images, see [https://wiki.debian.org/InstallingDebianOn/PINE64/PineTab2#Prerequisites the prerequisites section of the installation instructions].}}

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials
|-
! Default user
| <code>mobian/1234</code>
|}

Notes:
* The development is work in progress. Mobian's support for the PineTab2 is maintained by [https://salsa.debian.org/julianfairfax Julian]. The Mobian wiki can be found [https://wiki.mobian-project.org/ here].
* In order to connect to the device using SSH/SCP, you need to install SSH on the device. You can do this by executing the following in a shell: "sudo apt-get install ssh", afterwards you can connect via SSH/SCP using the PineTab2's IP address on port 22.
* When installing Mobian with full disk encryption and booting with the keyboard case connected, you will have to touch the screen or press a key to show the decryption screen. This is an [https://gitlab.com/postmarketOS/osk-sdl/-/issues/148 upstream issue].



[[Category:Rockchip RK3566]]

PineTab2 Releases

2023-06-28T20:23:44Z

Julian: /* Mobian */ Simplify Mobian information/move it to the appropriate wiki - Editor's note: the U-Boot flashing instructions linked in the info box specifically recommend flashing to an SD card or the EMMC and warn against flashing to the SPI (that is also where the warning that used to be here can now be found)

This page contains a list of all available releases and tools for the [[PineTab2]] in alphabetical order.

The installation instructions can be found under [[PineTab2#Installation instructions]].

__TOC__

== Linux ==

=== Arch Linux ARM ===
[[File:Archlinux-logo.png|right|100px]]

(Unofficial) Arch Linux ARM maintained by the [https://danctnix.org/ DanctNIX] community (GitHub: [https://github.com/DanctNIX/danctnix danctnix], [https://github.com/dreemurrs-embedded dreemurrs-embedded]).

Download:

* https://echo.danctnix.org:7269/danctnix-factory-image-20230527.img.xz

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials
|-
! Default user
| <code>alarm/123456</code>
|}

Notes:

* Currently ships without a Wi-Fi and Bluetooth driver
* [https://wiki.archlinux.org/title/SDDM#KDE_Plasma_Wayland_hangs_on_shutdown_and_reboot system hangs on reboot/shutdown] (SDDM bug, workaround possible)
* [https://forum.pine64.org/showthread.php?tid=18313 screen rotated 90°, workaround possible]
* [https://github.com/ScottFreeCode/Pine64-Arch/tree/master/PKGBUILDS/pine64/alsa-ucm-pinetab2 HP/Speaker switching via Alsa UCM]

=== Buildroot ===
[[File:Buildroot.png|right|100px]]

Buildroot is a simple, efficient and easy-to-use tool to generate embedded Linux systems through cross-compilation.

An external tree for the PINE64 PineTab 2 is developed and maintained by Danct12 (same developer behind the PineTab 2 port of Arch Linux ARM).

Download:

* The repository and build instructions can be found [https://github.com/Danct12/buildroot_pinetab2 here].

=== Mobian ===
[[File:Debian-logo.png|right|100px]]

An unofficial [https://www.debian.org Debian] build for ARM64 running with Phosh. The current version of the base Debian system is Debian Bookworm. See the installation instructions [https://wiki.debian.org/InstallingDebianOn/PINE64/PineTab2 here]. If you have questions about Mobian, please ask them in the [https://matrix.to/#/#mobian:matrix.org Mobian Matrix room].

Download:

* [https://images.mobian.org/pinetab2/ Images]

{{Info|U-Boot is required to be able to boot the images, see [https://wiki.debian.org/InstallingDebianOn/PINE64/PineTab2#Prerequisites the prerequisites section of the installation instructions] for instructions on how to do this.}}

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials
|-
! Default user
| <code>mobian/1234</code>
|}

Notes:
* The development is work in progress. Mobian's support for the PineTab2 is maintained by [https://salsa.debian.org/julianfairfax Julian]. The Mobian wiki can be found [https://wiki.mobian-project.org/ here].
* In order to connect to the device using SSH/SCP, you need to install SSH on the device. You can do this by executing the following in a shell: "sudo apt-get install ssh", afterwards you can connect via SSH/SCP using the PineTab2's IP address on port 22.
* When installing Mobian with full disk encryption and booting with the keyboard case connected, you will have to touch the screen or press a key to show the decryption screen. This is an [https://gitlab.com/postmarketOS/osk-sdl/-/issues/148 upstream issue].



[[Category:Rockchip RK3566]]

PineTab2 Releases

2023-06-26T15:00:29Z

Julian: /* Mobian */ Weekly images are now out

This page contains a list of all available releases and tools for the [[PineTab2]] in alphabetical order.

The installation instructions can be found under [[PineTab2#Installation instructions]].

__TOC__

== Linux ==

=== Arch Linux ARM ===

(Unofficial) Arch Linux ARM maintained by the [https://danctnix.org/ DanctNIX] community (GitHub: [https://github.com/DanctNIX/danctnix danctnix], [https://github.com/dreemurrs-embedded dreemurrs-embedded]).

Download:

* https://echo.danctnix.org:7269/danctnix-factory-image-20230527.img.xz

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials
|-
! Default user
| <code>alarm/123456</code>
|}

Notes:

* Currently ships without a Wi-Fi and Bluetooth driver
* [https://wiki.archlinux.org/title/SDDM#KDE_Plasma_Wayland_hangs_on_shutdown_and_reboot system hangs on reboot/shutdown] (SDDM bug, workaround possible)
* [https://forum.pine64.org/showthread.php?tid=18313 screen rotated 90°, workaround possible]
* [https://github.com/ScottFreeCode/Pine64-Arch/tree/master/PKGBUILDS/pine64/alsa-ucm-pinetab2 HP/Speaker switching via Alsa UCM]

=== Mobian ===
[[File:Debian-logo.png|right|100px]]

An unofficial [https://www.debian.org Debian] build for ARM64 running with Phosh. The current version of the base Debian system is Debian Bookworm. See the installation instructions [https://wiki.debian.org/InstallingDebianOn/PINE64/PineTab2 here]. If you have questions about Mobian, please ask them in the [https://matrix.to/#/#mobian:matrix.org Mobian Matrix room].

Download:

* [https://images.mobian.org/pinetab2/ Images]

{{Info|U-Boot is required to be able to boot the images, see [https://github.com/Kwiboo/u-boot-build/suites/13552260933/artifacts/745702098 here] (you need a GitHub account to download it). Unless you are an experienced developer, it is recommended you instead put [https://ci-images.mobian.org/20230619.0715/mobian-pinetab2-phosh-20230619.img.gz this image] on an SD card and then [https://github.com/Kwiboo/u-boot-build#sd-card-or-emmc-module flash U-Boot to the SD card], as it's much safer. If you are an experienced developer and have read the warning below, follow the [https://github.com/Kwiboo/u-boot-build#spi-flash instructions] to flash U-Boot to the SPI of your PineTab2.}}

{{Warning|Flashing the SPI flash memory is a '''dangerous procedure''' because the SPI has the highest boot priority. Any bug or faulty installation in the SPI can prevent the device from booting, which means that there is a '''high risk of getting locked out of the device'''. The only way of restoring from that state is using a specialized UART adapter, which can disable the SPI flash memory at boot, as explained in the [[PineTab2#Installation instructions|''installation instructions'' section of the PineTab2 article]]. '''DO NOT FLASH THE SPI''' unless you are an experienced developer with access to the UART adapter and you have confirmed that the adapter is functional.}}

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials
|-
! Default user
| <code>mobian/1234</code>
|}

Notes:
* The development is work in progress. Mobian's support for the PineTab2 is maintained by [https://salsa.debian.org/julianfairfax Julian]. The Mobian wiki can be found [https://wiki.mobian-project.org/ here].
* In order to connect to the device using SSH/SCP, you need to install SSH on the device. You can do this by executing the following in a shell: "sudo apt-get install ssh", afterwards you can connect via SSH/SCP using the PineTab2's IP address on port 22.
* When installing Mobian with full disk encryption and booting with the keyboard case connected, you will have to touch the screen or press a key to show the decryption screen. This is an [https://gitlab.com/postmarketOS/osk-sdl/-/issues/148 upstream issue].



[[Category:Rockchip RK3566]]

PineTab2 Releases

2023-06-23T10:08:46Z

Julian: /* Mobian */ Minor update

This page contains a list of all available releases and tools for the [[PineTab2]] in alphabetical order.

The installation instructions can be found under [[PineTab2#Installation instructions]].

__TOC__

== Linux ==

=== Arch Linux ARM ===

(Unofficial) Arch Linux ARM maintained by the [https://danctnix.org/ DanctNIX] community (GitHub: [https://github.com/DanctNIX/danctnix danctnix], [https://github.com/dreemurrs-embedded dreemurrs-embedded]). This includes [https://github.com/dreemurrs-embedded/Pine64-Arch/blob/master/PKGBUILDS/pine64/uboot-pinetab2/PKGBUILD uboot].

Download:

* https://echo.danctnix.org:7269/danctnix-factory-image-20230527.img.xz

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials
|-
! Default user
| <code>alarm/123456</code>
|}

Notes:

* Currently ships without a Wi-Fi and Bluetooth driver
* [https://wiki.archlinux.org/title/SDDM#KDE_Plasma_Wayland_hangs_on_shutdown_and_reboot system hangs on reboot/shutdown] (SDDM bug, workaround possible)
* [https://forum.pine64.org/showthread.php?tid=18313 screen rotated 90°, workaround possible]

=== Mobian ===
[[File:Debian-logo.png|right|100px]]

An unofficial [https://www.debian.org Debian] build for ARM64 running with Phosh. The current version of the base Debian system is Debian Bookworm. See the installation instructions [https://wiki.debian.org/InstallingDebianOn/PINE64/PineTab2 here]. If you have questions about Mobian, please ask them in the [https://matrix.to/#/#mobian:matrix.org Mobian Matrix room].

Download:

* [https://images.mobian.org/pinetab2/ Images] (until the weekly images are built, you can download the PineTab2 image from [https://ci-images.mobian.org/20230619.0942/ here])

{{Info|U-Boot is required to be able to boot the images, see [https://github.com/Kwiboo/u-boot-build/suites/13552260933/artifacts/745702098 here] (you need a GitHub account to download it). Unless you are an experienced developer, it is recommended you instead put [https://ci-images.mobian.org/20230619.0715/mobian-pinetab2-phosh-20230619.img.gz this image] on an SD card and then [https://github.com/Kwiboo/u-boot-build#sd-card-or-emmc-module flash U-Boot to the SD card], as it's much safer. If you are an experienced developer and have read the warning below, follow the [https://github.com/Kwiboo/u-boot-build#spi-flash instructions] to flash U-Boot to the SPI of your PineTab2.}}

{{Warning|Flashing the SPI flash memory is a '''dangerous procedure''' because the SPI has the highest boot priority. Any bug or faulty installation in the SPI can prevent the device from booting, which means that there is a '''high risk of getting locked out of the device'''. The only way of restoring from that state is using a specialized UART adapter, which can disable the SPI flash memory at boot, as explained in the [[PineTab2#Installation instructions|''installation instructions'' section of the PineTab2 article]]. '''DO NOT FLASH THE SPI''' unless you are an experienced developer with access to the UART adapter and you have confirmed that the adapter is functional.}}

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials
|-
! Default user
| <code>mobian/1234</code>
|}

Notes:
* The development is work in progress. Mobian's support for the PineTab2 is maintained by [https://salsa.debian.org/julianfairfax Julian]. The Mobian wiki can be found [https://wiki.mobian-project.org/ here].
* In order to connect to the device using SSH/SCP, you need to install SSH on the device. You can do this by executing the following in a shell: "sudo apt-get install ssh", afterwards you can connect via SSH/SCP using the PineTab2's IP address on port 22.
* When installing Mobian with full disk encryption and booting with the keyboard case connected, you will have to touch the screen or press a key to show the decryption screen. This is an [https://gitlab.com/postmarketOS/osk-sdl/-/issues/148 upstream issue].



[[Category:Rockchip RK3566]]

PineTab2 Releases

2023-06-22T21:45:46Z

Julian: /* Mobian */ Clarify that flashing to the SPI is dangerous, and that you can use an image with space for U-Boot instead

This page contains a list of all available releases and tools for the [[PineTab2]] in alphabetical order.

The installation instructions can be found under [[PineTab2#Installation instructions]].

__TOC__

== Linux ==

=== Arch Linux ARM ===

(Unofficial) Arch Linux ARM maintained by the [https://danctnix.org/ DanctNIX] community (GitHub: [https://github.com/DanctNIX/danctnix danctnix], [https://github.com/dreemurrs-embedded dreemurrs-embedded]). This includes [https://github.com/dreemurrs-embedded/Pine64-Arch/blob/master/PKGBUILDS/pine64/uboot-pinetab2/PKGBUILD uboot].

Download:

* https://echo.danctnix.org:7269/danctnix-factory-image-20230527.img.xz

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials
|-
! Default user
| <code>alarm/123456</code>
|}

Notes:

* Currently ships without a Wi-Fi and Bluetooth driver
* [https://wiki.archlinux.org/title/SDDM#KDE_Plasma_Wayland_hangs_on_shutdown_and_reboot system hangs on reboot/shutdown] (SDDM bug, workaround possible)
* [https://forum.pine64.org/showthread.php?tid=18313 screen rotated 90°, workaround possible]

=== Mobian ===
[[File:Debian-logo.png|right|100px]]

An unofficial [https://www.debian.org Debian] build for ARM64 running with Phosh. The current version of the base Debian system is Debian Bookworm. See the installation instructions [https://wiki.debian.org/InstallingDebianOn/PINE64/PineTab2 here]. If you have questions about Mobian, please ask them in the [https://matrix.to/#/#mobian:matrix.org Mobian Matrix room].

Download:

* [https://images.mobian.org/pinetab2/ Images] (until the weekly images are built, you can download the PineTab2 image from [https://ci-images.mobian.org/20230619.0942/ here])

{{Info|U-Boot is required to be able to boot the images, see [https://github.com/Kwiboo/u-boot-build/suites/13552260933/artifacts/745702098 here] (you need a GitHub account to download it). Unless you are an experienced developer, it is recommended you instead put [https://ci-images.mobian.org/20230619.0715/mobian-pinetab2-phosh-20230619.img.gz this image] on an SD card and then [https://github.com/Kwiboo/u-boot-build#sd-card-or-emmc-module flash U-Boot to the SD card] instead, as it's much safer. If you are an experienced developer and have read the warning below, follow the [https://github.com/Kwiboo/u-boot-build#spi-flash instructions] to flash U-Boot to the SPI of your PineTab2.}}

{{Warning|Flashing the SPI flash memory is a '''dangerous procedure''' because the SPI has the highest boot priority. Any bug or faulty installation in the SPI can prevent the device from booting, which means that there is a '''high risk of getting locked out of the device'''. The only way of restoring from that state is using a specialized UART adapter, which can disable the SPI flash memory at boot, as explained in the [[PineTab2#Installation instructions|''installation instructions'' section of the PineTab2 article]]. '''DO NOT FLASH THE SPI''' unless you are an experienced developer with access to the UART adapter and you have confirmed that the adapter is functional.}}

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials
|-
! Default user
| <code>mobian/1234</code>
|}

Notes:
* The development is work in progress. Mobian's support for the PineTab2 is maintained by [https://salsa.debian.org/julianfairfax Julian]. The Mobian wiki can be found [https://wiki.mobian-project.org/ here].
* In order to connect to the device using SSH/SCP, you need to install SSH on the device. You can do this by executing the following in a shell: "sudo apt-get install ssh", afterwards you can connect via SSH/SCP using the PineTab2's IP address on port 22.
* When installing Mobian with full disk encryption and booting with the keyboard case connected, you will have to touch the screen or press a key to show the decryption screen. This is an [https://gitlab.com/postmarketOS/osk-sdl/-/issues/148 upstream issue].



[[Category:Rockchip RK3566]]

PineTab2 Releases

2023-06-21T20:18:24Z

Julian: /* Mobian */ Fix

This page contains a list of all available releases and tools for the [[PineTab2]] in alphabetical order.

The installation instructions can be found under [[PineTab2#Installation instructions]].

__TOC__

== Linux ==

=== Arch Linux ARM ===

(Unofficial) Arch Linux ARM maintained by the [https://danctnix.org/ DanctNIX] community (GitHub: [https://github.com/DanctNIX/danctnix danctnix], [https://github.com/dreemurrs-embedded dreemurrs-embedded]). This includes [https://github.com/dreemurrs-embedded/Pine64-Arch/blob/master/PKGBUILDS/pine64/uboot-pinetab2/PKGBUILD uboot].

Download:

* https://echo.danctnix.org:7269/danctnix-factory-image-20230527.img.xz

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials
|-
! Default user
| <code>alarm/123456</code>
|}

Notes:

* Currently ships without a Wi-Fi and Bluetooth driver
* [https://wiki.archlinux.org/title/SDDM#KDE_Plasma_Wayland_hangs_on_shutdown_and_reboot system hangs on reboot/shutdown] (SDDM bug, workaround possible)
* [https://forum.pine64.org/showthread.php?tid=18313 screen rotated 90°, workaround possible]

=== Mobian ===
[[File:Debian-logo.png|right|100px]]

An unofficial [https://www.debian.org Debian] build for ARM64 running with Phosh. The current version of the base Debian system is Debian Bookworm. See the installation instructions [https://wiki.debian.org/InstallingDebianOn/PINE64/PineTab2 here].

Download:

* [https://images.mobian.org/pinetab2/ Images] (until the weekly images are built, you can download the PineTab2 image from [https://ci-images.mobian.org/20230619.0942/ here])

{{Info|U-Boot is required to be able to boot the images, see [https://github.com/Kwiboo/u-boot-build here]. Follow the [https://github.com/Kwiboo/u-boot-build#spi-flash instructions] to flash [https://github.com/Kwiboo/u-boot-build/suites/13552260933/artifacts/745702098 U-Boot for the PineTab2] (you need a GitHub account to download it) to the SPI of your PineTab2. If you do not flash U-Boot to the SPI of your PineTab2, Mobian images will not boot on it. If you have questions or concerns about flashing U-Boot to your SPI, or about Mobian in general, please ask them in the [https://matrix.to/#/#mobian:matrix.org Mobian Matrix room].}}

{{Warning|Flashing the SPI flash memory is a '''dangerous procedure''' because the SPI has the highest boot priority. Any bug or faulty installation in the SPI can prevent the device from booting, which means that there is a '''high risk of getting locked out of the device'''. The only way of restoring from that state is using a specialized UART adapter, which can disable the SPI flash memory at boot, as explained in the [[PineTab2#Installation instructions|''installation instructions'' section of the PineTab2 article]]. '''DO NOT FLASH THE SPI''' unless you are an experienced developer with access to the UART adapter and you have confirmed that the adapter is functional.}}

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials
|-
! Default user
| <code>mobian/1234</code>
|}

Notes:
* The development is work in progress. Mobian's support for the PineTab2 is maintained by [https://salsa.debian.org/julianfairfax Julian]. The Mobian wiki can be found [https://wiki.mobian-project.org/ here].
* In order to connect to the device using SSH/SCP, you need to install SSH on the device. You can do this by executing the following in a shell: "sudo apt-get install ssh", afterwards you can connect via SSH/SCP using the PineTab2's IP address on port 22.
* When installing Mobian with full disk encryption and booting with the keyboard case connected, you will have to touch the screen or press a key to show the decryption screen. This is an [https://gitlab.com/postmarketOS/osk-sdl/-/issues/148 upstream issue].



[[Category:Rockchip RK3566]]

PineTab2 Releases

2023-06-21T20:18:06Z

Julian: /* Mobian */ Update link to installation instructions

This page contains a list of all available releases and tools for the [[PineTab2]] in alphabetical order.

The installation instructions can be found under [[PineTab2#Installation instructions]].

__TOC__

== Linux ==

=== Arch Linux ARM ===

(Unofficial) Arch Linux ARM maintained by the [https://danctnix.org/ DanctNIX] community (GitHub: [https://github.com/DanctNIX/danctnix danctnix], [https://github.com/dreemurrs-embedded dreemurrs-embedded]). This includes [https://github.com/dreemurrs-embedded/Pine64-Arch/blob/master/PKGBUILDS/pine64/uboot-pinetab2/PKGBUILD uboot].

Download:

* https://echo.danctnix.org:7269/danctnix-factory-image-20230527.img.xz

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials
|-
! Default user
| <code>alarm/123456</code>
|}

Notes:

* Currently ships without a Wi-Fi and Bluetooth driver
* [https://wiki.archlinux.org/title/SDDM#KDE_Plasma_Wayland_hangs_on_shutdown_and_reboot system hangs on reboot/shutdown] (SDDM bug, workaround possible)
* [https://forum.pine64.org/showthread.php?tid=18313 screen rotated 90°, workaround possible]

=== Mobian ===
[[File:Debian-logo.png|right|100px]]

An unofficial [https://www.debian.org Debian] build for ARM64 running with Phosh. The current version of the base Debian system is Debian Bookworm. See the installation instructions [https://wiki.debian.org/InstallingDebianOn/PINE64/PineTab2|here].

Download:

* [https://images.mobian.org/pinetab2/ Images] (until the weekly images are built, you can download the PineTab2 image from [https://ci-images.mobian.org/20230619.0942/ here])

{{Info|U-Boot is required to be able to boot the images, see [https://github.com/Kwiboo/u-boot-build here]. Follow the [https://github.com/Kwiboo/u-boot-build#spi-flash instructions] to flash [https://github.com/Kwiboo/u-boot-build/suites/13552260933/artifacts/745702098 U-Boot for the PineTab2] (you need a GitHub account to download it) to the SPI of your PineTab2. If you do not flash U-Boot to the SPI of your PineTab2, Mobian images will not boot on it. If you have questions or concerns about flashing U-Boot to your SPI, or about Mobian in general, please ask them in the [https://matrix.to/#/#mobian:matrix.org Mobian Matrix room].}}

{{Warning|Flashing the SPI flash memory is a '''dangerous procedure''' because the SPI has the highest boot priority. Any bug or faulty installation in the SPI can prevent the device from booting, which means that there is a '''high risk of getting locked out of the device'''. The only way of restoring from that state is using a specialized UART adapter, which can disable the SPI flash memory at boot, as explained in the [[PineTab2#Installation instructions|''installation instructions'' section of the PineTab2 article]]. '''DO NOT FLASH THE SPI''' unless you are an experienced developer with access to the UART adapter and you have confirmed that the adapter is functional.}}

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials
|-
! Default user
| <code>mobian/1234</code>
|}

Notes:
* The development is work in progress. Mobian's support for the PineTab2 is maintained by [https://salsa.debian.org/julianfairfax Julian]. The Mobian wiki can be found [https://wiki.mobian-project.org/ here].
* In order to connect to the device using SSH/SCP, you need to install SSH on the device. You can do this by executing the following in a shell: "sudo apt-get install ssh", afterwards you can connect via SSH/SCP using the PineTab2's IP address on port 22.
* When installing Mobian with full disk encryption and booting with the keyboard case connected, you will have to touch the screen or press a key to show the decryption screen. This is an [https://gitlab.com/postmarketOS/osk-sdl/-/issues/148 upstream issue].



[[Category:Rockchip RK3566]]

PineTab2 Releases

2023-06-21T17:55:05Z

Julian: /* Mobian */ Direct your questions to the Mobian Matrix room

This page contains a list of all available releases and tools for the [[PineTab2]] in alphabetical order.

The installation instructions can be found under [[PineTab2#Installation instructions]].

__TOC__

== Linux ==

=== Arch Linux ARM ===

(Unofficial) Arch Linux ARM maintained by the [https://danctnix.org/ DanctNIX] community (GitHub: [https://github.com/DanctNIX/danctnix danctnix], [https://github.com/dreemurrs-embedded dreemurrs-embedded]). This includes [https://github.com/dreemurrs-embedded/Pine64-Arch/blob/master/PKGBUILDS/pine64/uboot-pinetab2/PKGBUILD uboot].

Download:

* https://echo.danctnix.org:7269/danctnix-factory-image-20230527.img.xz

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials
|-
! Default user
| <code>alarm/123456</code>
|}

Notes:

* Currently ships without a Wi-Fi and Bluetooth driver
* [https://wiki.archlinux.org/title/SDDM#KDE_Plasma_Wayland_hangs_on_shutdown_and_reboot system hangs on reboot/shutdown] (SDDM bug, workaround possible)
* [https://forum.pine64.org/showthread.php?tid=18313 screen rotated 90°, workaround possible]

=== Mobian ===
[[File:Debian-logo.png|right|100px]]

An unofficial [https://www.debian.org Debian] build for ARM64 running with Phosh. The current version of the base Debian system is Debian Bookworm. The [https://wiki.mobian-project.org/doku.php?id=install-linux installation instructions] are the same for the PineTab2 as they are for Mobian's other supported devices.

Download:

* [https://images.mobian.org/pinetab2/ Images] (until the weekly images are built, you can download the PineTab2 image from [https://ci-images.mobian.org/20230619.0942/ here])

{{Info|U-Boot is required to be able to boot the images, see [https://github.com/Kwiboo/u-boot-build here]. Follow the [https://github.com/Kwiboo/u-boot-build#spi-flash instructions] to flash [https://github.com/Kwiboo/u-boot-build/suites/13552260933/artifacts/745702098 U-Boot for the PineTab2 (you need a GitHub account to download it)] to the SPI of your PineTab2. If you do not flash U-Boot to the SPI of your PineTab2, Mobian images will not boot on it. If you have questions or concerns about flashing U-Boot to your SPI, or about Mobian in general, please ask them in the [https://matrix.to/#/#mobian:matrix.org Mobian Matrix room].}}

{{Warning|Flashing the SPI flash memory is a '''dangerous procedure''' because the SPI has the highest boot priority. Any bug or faulty installation in the SPI can prevent the device from booting, which means that there is a '''high risk of getting locked out of the device'''. The only way of restoring from that state is using a specialized UART adapter, which can disable the SPI flash memory at boot, as explained in the [[PineTab2#Installation instructions|''installation instructions'' section of the PineTab2 article]]. '''DO NOT FLASH THE SPI''' unless you are an experienced developer with access to the UART adapter and you have confirmed that the adapter is functional.}}

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials
|-
! Default user
| <code>mobian/1234</code>
|}

Notes:
* The development is work in progress. Mobian's support for the PineTab2 is maintained by [https://salsa.debian.org/julianfairfax Julian]. The Mobian wiki can be found [https://wiki.mobian-project.org/ here].
* In order to connect to the device using SSH/SCP, you need to install SSH on the device. You can do this by executing the following in a shell: "sudo apt-get install ssh", afterwards you can connect via SSH/SCP using the PineTab2's IP address on port 22.
* When installing Mobian with full disk encryption and booting with the keyboard case connected, you will have to touch the screen or press a key to show the decryption screen. This is an [https://gitlab.com/postmarketOS/osk-sdl/-/issues/148 upstream issue].



[[Category:Rockchip RK3566]]

PineTab2 Releases

2023-06-21T15:23:03Z

Julian: /* Mobian */ Link to SPI flash instructions, and Mobian flashing instructions

This page contains a list of all available releases and tools for the [[PineTab2]] in alphabetical order.

The installation instructions can be found under [[PineTab2#Installation instructions]].

__TOC__

== Linux ==

=== Arch Linux ARM ===

(Unofficial) Arch Linux ARM maintained by the [https://danctnix.org/ DanctNIX] community (GitHub: [https://github.com/DanctNIX/danctnix danctnix], [https://github.com/dreemurrs-embedded dreemurrs-embedded]). This includes [https://github.com/dreemurrs-embedded/Pine64-Arch/blob/master/PKGBUILDS/pine64/uboot-pinetab2/PKGBUILD uboot].

Download:

* https://echo.danctnix.org:7269/danctnix-factory-image-20230527.img.xz

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials
|-
! Default user
| <code>alarm/123456</code>
|}

Notes:

* Currently ships without a Wi-Fi and Bluetooth driver
* [https://wiki.archlinux.org/title/SDDM#KDE_Plasma_Wayland_hangs_on_shutdown_and_reboot system hangs on reboot/shutdown] (SDDM bug, workaround possible)
* [https://forum.pine64.org/showthread.php?tid=18313 screen rotated 90°, workaround possible]

=== Mobian ===
[[File:Debian-logo.png|right|100px]]

An unofficial [https://www.debian.org Debian] build for ARM64 running with Phosh.

The current version of the base Debian system is Debian Bookworm.

The [https://wiki.mobian-project.org/doku.php?id=install-linux installation instructions] are the same for the PineTab2 as they are for Mobian's other supported devices.

Download:

* [https://images.mobian.org/pinetab2/ Images] (until the weekly images are built, you can download the PineTab2 image from [https://ci-images.mobian.org/20230619.0942/ here])

{{Info|U-Boot is required to be able to boot the images, see [https://github.com/Kwiboo/u-boot-build here]!

Follow the [https://github.com/Kwiboo/u-boot-build#spi-flash instructions] to flash [https://github.com/Kwiboo/u-boot-build/suites/13552260933/artifacts/745702098 U-Boot for the PineTab2 (you need a GitHub account to download it)] to the SPI of your PineTab2.

If you do not flash U-Boot to the SPI of your PineTab2, Mobian images will not boot on it.}}

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials
|-
! Default user
| <code>mobian/1234</code>
|}

Notes:
* The development is work in progress. Mobian's support for the PineTab2 is maintained by [https://salsa.debian.org/julianfairfax Julian]. The Mobian wiki can be found [https://wiki.mobian-project.org/ here].
* In order to connect to the device using SSH/SCP, you need to install SSH on the device. You can do this by executing the following in a shell: "sudo apt-get install ssh", afterwards you can connect via SSH/SCP using the PineTab2's IP address on port 22.
* When installing Mobian with full disk encryption and booting with the keyboard case connected, you will have to touch the screen or press a key to show the decryption screen. This is an [https://gitlab.com/postmarketOS/osk-sdl/-/issues/148 upstream issue].



[[Category:Rockchip RK3566]]

PineTab2 Releases

2023-06-21T15:21:43Z

Julian: /* Mobian */ Mobian requires flashing u-boot to the SPI, and we now have installer images

This page contains a list of all available releases and tools for the [[PineTab2]] in alphabetical order.

The installation instructions can be found under [[PineTab2#Installation instructions]].

__TOC__

== Linux ==

=== Arch Linux ARM ===

(Unofficial) Arch Linux ARM maintained by the [https://danctnix.org/ DanctNIX] community (GitHub: [https://github.com/DanctNIX/danctnix danctnix], [https://github.com/dreemurrs-embedded dreemurrs-embedded]). This includes [https://github.com/dreemurrs-embedded/Pine64-Arch/blob/master/PKGBUILDS/pine64/uboot-pinetab2/PKGBUILD uboot].

Download:

* https://echo.danctnix.org:7269/danctnix-factory-image-20230527.img.xz

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials
|-
! Default user
| <code>alarm/123456</code>
|}

Notes:

* Currently ships without a Wi-Fi and Bluetooth driver
* [https://wiki.archlinux.org/title/SDDM#KDE_Plasma_Wayland_hangs_on_shutdown_and_reboot system hangs on reboot/shutdown] (SDDM bug, workaround possible)
* [https://forum.pine64.org/showthread.php?tid=18313 screen rotated 90°, workaround possible]

=== Mobian ===
[[File:Debian-logo.png|right|100px]]

An unofficial [https://www.debian.org Debian] build for ARM64 running with Phosh.

The current version of the base Debian system is Debian Bookworm.

Download:

* [https://images.mobian.org/pinetab2/ Images] (until the weekly images are built, you can download the PineTab2 image from [https://ci-images.mobian.org/20230619.0942/ here])

{{Info|U-Boot is required to be able to boot the images, see [https://github.com/Kwiboo/u-boot-build here]!

Follow the [https://github.com/Kwiboo/u-boot-build#sd-card-or-emmc-module instructions] to flash [https://github.com/Kwiboo/u-boot-build/suites/13552260933/artifacts/745702098 U-Boot for the PineTab2 (you need a GitHub account to download it)] to the SPI of your PineTab2.

If you do not flash U-Boot to the SPI of your PineTab2, Mobian images will not boot on it.}}

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials
|-
! Default user
| <code>mobian/1234</code>
|}

Notes:
* The development is work in progress. Mobian's support for the PineTab2 is maintained by [https://salsa.debian.org/julianfairfax Julian]. The Mobian wiki can be found [https://wiki.mobian-project.org/ here].
* In order to connect to the device using SSH/SCP, you need to install SSH on the device. You can do this by executing the following in a shell: "sudo apt-get install ssh", afterwards you can connect via SSH/SCP using the PineTab2's IP address on port 22.
* When installing Mobian with full disk encryption and booting with the keyboard case connected, you will have to touch the screen or press a key to show the decryption screen. This is an [https://gitlab.com/postmarketOS/osk-sdl/-/issues/148 upstream issue].



[[Category:Rockchip RK3566]]

PineTab2 Releases

2023-06-19T08:52:01Z

Julian: /* Mobian */ Add link to instructions

This page contains a list of all available releases and tools for the [[PineTab2]] in alphabetical order.

The installation instructions can be found under [[PineTab2#Installation instructions]].

__TOC__

== Linux ==

=== Arch Linux ARM ===

(Unofficial) Arch Linux ARM maintained by the [https://danctnix.org/ DanctNIX] community (GitHub: [https://github.com/DanctNIX/danctnix danctnix], [https://github.com/dreemurrs-embedded dreemurrs-embedded]). This includes [https://github.com/dreemurrs-embedded/Pine64-Arch/blob/master/PKGBUILDS/pine64/uboot-pinetab2/PKGBUILD uboot].

Download:

* https://echo.danctnix.org:7269/danctnix-factory-image-20230527.img.xz

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials
|-
! Default user
| <code>alarm/123456</code>
|}

Notes:

* Currently ships without a Wi-Fi and Bluetooth driver
* [https://wiki.archlinux.org/title/SDDM#KDE_Plasma_Wayland_hangs_on_shutdown_and_reboot system hangs on reboot/shutdown] (SDDM bug, workaround possible)
* [https://forum.pine64.org/showthread.php?tid=18313 screen rotated 90°, workaround possible]

=== Mobian ===
[[File:Debian-logo.png|right|100px]]

An unofficial [https://www.debian.org Debian] build for ARM64 running with Phosh.

The current version of the base Debian system is Debian Bookworm.

Download:

* [https://images.mobian.org/pinetab2/ Images] (until the weekly images are built, you can download the PineTab2 image from [https://ci-images.mobian.org/20230619.0715 here])

{{Info|U-Boot is required to be able to boot the images, see [https://github.com/Kwiboo/u-boot-build here]!

Follow the [https://github.com/Kwiboo/u-boot-build#sd-card-or-emmc-module instructions] to flash [https://github.com/Kwiboo/u-boot-build/suites/13552260933/artifacts/745702098 u-boot for the PineTab2 (you need a GitHub account to download it)] to the SD card you're booting Mobian from. }}

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials
|-
! Default user
| <code>mobian/1234</code>
|}

Notes:
* The development is work in progress. Mobian's support for the PineTab2 is maintained by [https://salsa.debian.org/julianfairfax Julian]. The Mobian wiki can be found [https://wiki.mobian-project.org/ here].
* In order to connect to the device using SSH/SCP, you need to install SSH on the device. You can do this by executing the following in a shell: "sudo apt-get install ssh", afterwards you can connect via SSH/SCP using the PineTab2's IP address on port 22.



[[Category:Rockchip RK3566]]

PineTab2 Releases

2023-06-19T08:38:59Z

Julian: /* Mobian */ Instructions for flashing u-boot

This page contains a list of all available releases and tools for the [[PineTab2]] in alphabetical order.

The installation instructions can be found under [[PineTab2#Installation instructions]].

__TOC__

== Linux ==

=== Arch Linux ARM ===

(Unofficial) Arch Linux ARM maintained by the [https://danctnix.org/ DanctNIX] community (GitHub: [https://github.com/DanctNIX/danctnix danctnix], [https://github.com/dreemurrs-embedded dreemurrs-embedded]). This includes [https://github.com/dreemurrs-embedded/Pine64-Arch/blob/master/PKGBUILDS/pine64/uboot-pinetab2/PKGBUILD uboot].

Download:

* https://echo.danctnix.org:7269/danctnix-factory-image-20230527.img.xz

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials
|-
! Default user
| <code>alarm/123456</code>
|}

Notes:

* Currently ships without a Wi-Fi and Bluetooth driver
* [https://wiki.archlinux.org/title/SDDM#KDE_Plasma_Wayland_hangs_on_shutdown_and_reboot system hangs on reboot/shutdown] (SDDM bug, workaround possible)
* [https://forum.pine64.org/showthread.php?tid=18313 screen rotated 90°, workaround possible]

=== Mobian ===
[[File:Debian-logo.png|right|100px]]

An unofficial [https://www.debian.org Debian] build for ARM64 running with Phosh.

The current version of the base Debian system is Debian Bookworm.

Download:

* [https://images.mobian.org/pinetab2/ Images] (until the weekly images are built, you can download the PineTab2 image from [https://ci-images.mobian.org/20230619.0715 here])

{{Info|U-Boot is required to be able to boot the images, see [https://github.com/Kwiboo/u-boot-build here]!

Follow the instructions to flash [https://github.com/Kwiboo/u-boot-build/suites/13552260933/artifacts/745702098 u-boot for the PineTab2 (you need a GitHub account to download it)] to the SD card you're booting Mobian from. }}

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials
|-
! Default user
| <code>mobian/1234</code>
|}

Notes:
* The development is work in progress. Mobian's support for the PineTab2 is maintained by [https://salsa.debian.org/julianfairfax Julian]. The Mobian wiki can be found [https://wiki.mobian-project.org/ here].
* In order to connect to the device using SSH/SCP, you need to install SSH on the device. You can do this by executing the following in a shell: "sudo apt-get install ssh", afterwards you can connect via SSH/SCP using the PineTab2's IP address on port 22.



[[Category:Rockchip RK3566]]

PineTab2 Releases

2023-06-18T20:07:43Z

Julian: /* Mobian */ Remove this

This page contains a list of all available releases and tools for the [[PineTab2]] in alphabetical order.

The installation instructions can be found under [[PineTab2#Installation instructions]].

__TOC__

== Linux ==

=== Arch Linux ARM ===

(Unofficial) Arch Linux ARM maintained by the [https://danctnix.org/ DanctNIX] community (GitHub: [https://github.com/DanctNIX/danctnix danctnix], [https://github.com/dreemurrs-embedded dreemurrs-embedded]). This includes [https://github.com/dreemurrs-embedded/Pine64-Arch/blob/master/PKGBUILDS/pine64/uboot-pinetab2/PKGBUILD uboot].

Download:

* https://echo.danctnix.org:7269/danctnix-factory-image-20230527.img.xz

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials
|-
! Default user
| <code>alarm/123456</code>
|}

Notes:

* Currently ships without a Wi-Fi and Bluetooth driver
* [https://wiki.archlinux.org/title/SDDM#KDE_Plasma_Wayland_hangs_on_shutdown_and_reboot system hangs on reboot/shutdown] (SDDM bug, workaround possible)
* [https://forum.pine64.org/showthread.php?tid=18313 screen rotated 90°, workaround possible]

=== Mobian ===
[[File:Debian-logo.png|right|100px]]

An unofficial [https://www.debian.org Debian] build for ARM64 running with Phosh.

The current version of the base Debian system is Debian Bookworm.

Download:

* [https://images.mobian.org/pinetab2/ Images] (until the weekly images are built, you can download the PineTab2 image from [https://ci-images.mobian.org/20230618.1736/ here])

{{Info|U-Boot is required to be able to boot the images, see [https://github.com/Kwiboo/u-boot-build here]!

If you are booting Mobian from an SD card and you haven't overwritten the eMMC, the pre-installed U-Boot from the it should boot your SD card.}}

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials
|-
! Default user
| <code>mobian/1234</code>
|}

Notes:
* The development is work in progress. Mobian's support for the PineTab2 is maintained by [https://salsa.debian.org/julianfairfax Julian]. The Mobian wiki can be found [https://wiki.mobian-project.org/ here].
* In order to connect to the device using SSH/SCP, you need to install SSH on the device. You can do this by executing the following in a shell: "sudo apt-get install ssh", afterwards you can connect via SSH/SCP using the PineTab2's IP address on port 22.



[[Category:Rockchip RK3566]]

PineTab2 Releases

2023-06-18T19:50:21Z

Julian: Add note about the fact that the EMMC must not have been overwritten for the pre-installed U-Boot to work

This page contains a list of all available releases and tools for the [[PineTab2]] in alphabetical order.

The installation instructions can be found under [[PineTab2#Installation instructions]].

__TOC__

== Linux ==

=== Arch Linux ARM ===

(Unofficial) Arch Linux ARM maintained by the [https://danctnix.org/ DanctNIX] community (GitHub: [https://github.com/DanctNIX/danctnix danctnix], [https://github.com/dreemurrs-embedded dreemurrs-embedded]). This includes [https://github.com/dreemurrs-embedded/Pine64-Arch/blob/master/PKGBUILDS/pine64/uboot-pinetab2/PKGBUILD uboot].

Download:

* https://echo.danctnix.org:7269/danctnix-factory-image-20230527.img.xz

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials
|-
! Default user
| <code>alarm/123456</code>
|}

Notes:

* Currently ships without a Wi-Fi and Bluetooth driver
* [https://wiki.archlinux.org/title/SDDM#KDE_Plasma_Wayland_hangs_on_shutdown_and_reboot system hangs on reboot/shutdown] (SDDM bug, workaround possible)
* [https://forum.pine64.org/showthread.php?tid=18313 screen rotated 90°, workaround possible]

=== Mobian ===
[[File:Debian-logo.png|right|100px]]

An unofficial [https://www.debian.org Debian] build for ARM64 running with Phosh.

The current version of the base Debian system is Debian Bookworm.

Download:

* [https://images.mobian.org/pinetab2/ Images] (until the weekly images are built, you can download the PineTab2 image from [https://ci-images.mobian.org/20230618.1736/ here])

{{Info|U-Boot is required to be able to boot the images, see [https://github.com/Kwiboo/u-boot-build here]!

You can install U-Boot to the SPI, EMMC, or an SD card.

If you are booting Mobian from an SD card and you haven't overwritten the EMMC, the pre-installed U-Boot from the it should boot your SD card.}}

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials
|-
! Default user
| <code>mobian/1234</code>
|}

Notes:
* The development is work in progress. Mobian's support for the PineTab2 is maintained by [https://salsa.debian.org/julianfairfax Julian]. The Mobian wiki can be found [https://wiki.mobian-project.org/ here].
* In order to connect to the device using SSH/SCP, you need to install SSH on the device. You can do this by executing the following in a shell: "sudo apt-get install ssh", afterwards you can connect via SSH/SCP using the PineTab2's IP address on port 22.



[[Category:Rockchip RK3566]]

PineTab2 Releases

2023-06-18T18:56:45Z

Julian: Mobian now supports the PineTab2

This page contains a list of all available releases and tools for the [[PineTab2]] in alphabetical order.

The installation instructions can be found under [[PineTab2#Installation instructions]].

== Linux ==

=== Arch Linux ARM ===

(Unofficial) Arch Linux ARM maintained by the [https://danctnix.org/ DanctNIX] community (GitHub: [https://github.com/DanctNIX/danctnix danctnix], [https://github.com/dreemurrs-embedded dreemurrs-embedded]). This includes [https://github.com/dreemurrs-embedded/Pine64-Arch/blob/master/PKGBUILDS/pine64/uboot-pinetab2/PKGBUILD uboot].

Download:

* https://echo.danctnix.org:7269/danctnix-factory-image-20230527.img.xz

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials
|-
! Default user
| <code>alarm/123456</code>
|}

Notes:

* Currently ships without a Wi-Fi and Bluetooth driver
* [https://wiki.archlinux.org/title/SDDM#KDE_Plasma_Wayland_hangs_on_shutdown_and_reboot system hangs on reboot/shutdown] (SDDM bug, workaround possible)
* [https://forum.pine64.org/showthread.php?tid=18313 screen rotated 90°, workaround possible]

=== Mobian ===
[[File:Debian-logo.png|right|100px]]

An unofficial [https://www.debian.org Debian] build for ARM64 running with Phosh.

The current version of the base Debian system is Debian Bookworm.

==== Download ====

[https://images.mobian.org/pinetab2/ Images] (until the weekly images are built, you can download the PineTab2 image from [https://ci-images.mobian.org/20230618.1736/ here])

{{Info|U-Boot is required to be able to boot the images, see [https://github.com/Kwiboo/u-boot-build here]!

You can install U-Boot to the SPI, EMMC, or an SD card.

If you are booting Mobian from an SD card, the pre-installed U-Boot from the EMMC should boot it.}}

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials
|-
! Default user
| <code>mobian/1234</code>
|}

==== Notes ====
The development is work in progress. Mobian's support for the PineTab2 is maintained by [https://salsa.debian.org/julianfairfax Julian]. The Mobian wiki can be found [https://wiki.mobian-project.org/ here].

In order to connect to the device using SSH/SCP, you need to install SSH on the device. You can do this by executing the following in a shell: "sudo apt-get install ssh", afterwards you can connect via SSH/SCP using the PineTab2's IP address on port 22.

----

== BSD ==

[[Category:Rockchip RK3566]]

PineTab2 Releases

2023-06-10T18:15:44Z

Julian: /* Plebian (EXPERIMENTAL) */ Can be done through the DD from the SD method

This page contains a list of all available releases and tools for the [[PineTab2]] in alphabetical order.

The installation instructions can be found under [[PineTab2#Installation instructions]].

== Linux ==

=== Arch Linux ARM ===

(Unofficial) Arch Linux ARM maintained by the [https://danctnix.org/ DanctNIX] community (GitHub: [https://github.com/DanctNIX/danctnix danctnix], [https://github.com/dreemurrs-embedded dreemurrs-embedded]). This includes [https://github.com/dreemurrs-embedded/Pine64-Arch/blob/master/PKGBUILDS/pine64/uboot-pinetab2/PKGBUILD uboot].

Download:

* https://echo.danctnix.org:7269/danctnix-factory-image-20230527.img.xz

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials
|-
! Default user
| <code>alarm/123456</code>
|}

Notes:

* Currently ships without a Wi-Fi and Bluetooth driver
* [https://wiki.archlinux.org/title/SDDM#KDE_Plasma_Wayland_hangs_on_shutdown_and_reboot system hangs on reboot/shutdown] (SDDM bug, workaround possible)
* [https://forum.pine64.org/showthread.php?tid=18313 screen rotated 90°, workaround possible]

=== Plebian (EXPERIMENTAL) ===

(EXPERIMENTAL) Plebian maintained by [https://github.com/CounterPillow CounterPillow]. This image is EXPERIMENTAL and there is currently NO support for it. Further details on [https://github.com/Plebian-Linux/pinetab2-images#plebian-pinetab2-images GitHub]

Download:

* https://github.com/Plebian-Linux/pinetab2-images/actions

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials
|-
! Default user
| <code>pleb/pleb</code>
|}

Notes:

* Currently ships without a Wi-Fi and Bluetooth driver

== BSD ==

[[Category:Rockchip RK3566]]

PineTab2

2023-06-10T13:57:40Z

Julian: /* Releases */ There are other releases now, but not stable

[[File:PineTab2 Front.jpg|250px|thumb|right|The PineTab2 with the detachable keyboard attached]]

The '''PineTab2''' is PINE64's successor to the original [[PineTab]] Linux tablet computer, featuring a faster processor and better availability. The tablet is available in two configurations, 4GB of RAM and 64GB of internal storage or 8GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage. The tablet ships with a detachable keyboard that doubles as a protective cover.

The tablet is designed around the Rockchip RK3566 processor, which features 4 energy-efficient Cortex-A55 64-bit ARM cores and enjoys good mainline Linux support. Similarly packaged RISC-V tablet is [[PineTab-V]].

Pre-orders started on the 13th of April 2023, with pricing starting at USD 159 for the 4GB/64GB version and USD 209 for the 8GB/128GB version. The PineTab2 began shipping on June 2, 2023.

== Getting started ==

The PineTab2 can be started by pressing and holding the power button for two seconds. The device is initialized at the first boot and will power-cycle while the partition table is populated.

{{Info|If the initialization process is interrupted it might lead to a corrupted operating system installation. In that case reinstall the operating system as explained below.}}

The PineTab2 ships with ''DanctNix Arch Linux'' and comes with a pre-set user and the default password <code>123456</code>.

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials
|-
! Default user
| <code>alarm / 123456</code>
|}

You can create a new user and set your own password after the initial boot. To do so, go to ''system settings'' -> ''users'' and create a new profile using your preferred name and password.

== Software ==

All operating systems for the PineTab2 are delivered by community developers and partner projects. Aside from the operating system that comes pre-installed on your device, you can install and run any other operating system available for the PineTab2. Most, if not all operating systems for the PineTab2 are open and free, such as Linux and BSD.

Since most software issues will be release-specific, please see the [[PineTab2 Releases]] page for additional software related instructions, tips, and tricks.

=== Releases ===

The PineTab2 ships with ''Danctnix Arch Linux ARM''. The factory image can be found here:

* https://echo.danctnix.org:7269/danctnix-factory-image-20230527.img.xz (1.5 GB)

{{Info|The factory image is flashed to a microSD card and it will overwrite the eMMC installation after booting.}}

There are currently no stable releases. All releases for the PineTab2 will be listed under [[PineTab2 Releases]] as they're released. Your contributions are wanted!

=== Installation instructions ===

The PineTab2 is capable of running different operating systems from the internal flash memory (eMMC) and from microSD card.

'''Preparing the microSD card'''

To write an operating system to the microSD card (typically called "flashing" in the community), you need to first download a compatible image from the [[#Releases|releases]] section.

Next you need to decompress the downloaded image. The images are typically compressed in an archive format such as ''xz'' to reduce the download size. If you are using a graphical tool such as ''balenaEtcher'' or ''Gnome Disks'' it will handle the decompression of the image in the flashing step automatically.

Further you need to flash the image to the microSD card. This can be done using various tools, for example ''balenaEtcher'' (recommended for new users), ''Gnome Disks'' or command-line tools such as ''cp'' and ''dd''. Insert the microSD card in a microSD card reader connected to your computer and then choose a tool of your liking.

Graphical applications:

* '''balenaEtcher''' (Microsoft Windows, macOS, Linux): Click on ''Flash from file'' and select the image. Then select the microSD card target device and click on ''Flash!''.

* '''Gnome Disks''' (Linux): Select the microSD card target device on the left side in the ''Disks'' list. Then select the three dot menu on the top right and click on ''Restore Disk Image...''. Select the image, verify the correct device is selected and then click on ''Start Restoring...''.

Command-line tools:

* '''cp''': <code>sudo cp '''IMAGE.img''' /dev/'''[DEVICE]'''</code>

* '''dd''': <code>sudo dd if='''IMAGE.img''' of=/dev/'''[DEVICE]''' bs=1M status=progress conv=fsync</code>

{{Info|Make sure to replace '''IMAGE.img''' and '''[DEVICE]''' with the filename of the image (double check if it is decompressed and has the file extension ''.img'') and the device name. You can use the command <code>lsblk</code> to find the device name. Make sure to flash to the whole device instead of partition 1 and that you're NOT selecting ''/dev/sda1'' or ''/dev/mmcblk0p1'' as target. Be very careful to select the correct device, as the tools can overwrite your data when the wrong device is selected.}}

Then insert the microSD card into the PineTab2.

{{Hint|'''Note regarding the boot order:''' The internal memory (eMMC) has a higher boot priority than the microSD card. In some cases it can be required to bypass the boot order, for example if the installation on the eMMC is corrupted.}}

Picture of the USB UART inserted into the PineTab2. The switch to disable the eMMC and SPI is located on the top right of the image:

[[File:PineTab2 USB UARTv2.jpg|600px]]

{{Hint|To force the device to boot from the microSD card, the eMMC and the SPI can be disabled by using the debug UART adapter shipped with the device. Set the ''SD BOOT MASKROM'' switch on the adapter to the position ''ON'' and plug it into the USB/PD charging port. Then power on the tablet and '''unplug the debug board or set the switch to the position ''OFF'' again''' when the factory image is started, otherwise the factory image won't find the eMMC.}}

It should now boot the new operating system from the microSD card.

== Keyboard ==

When connecting the keyboard to the Pinetab2 ensure that the camera and the golden pogo pin connectors are correctly aligned.

Change the backlight with '''Pinekey - Ctrl-Right'''.

== Specifications ==

[[File:RK3566_icon.png|right]]
* '''SoC:''' Rockchip RK3566
* '''CPU:''' 4x ARM Cortex-A55 @ 1.8 GHz
** 32KB L1 Instruction Cache and 32KB L1 Data Cache per core
** 512KB unified system L3 cache
** ARMv8 Cryptography Extensions
* '''GPU:''' Mali-G52 MP2 @ 800 MHz
** Supported by the open source 'Panfrost' driver in Linux and Mesa
** Supports OpenGL 3.1 and OpenGL ES 3.1 with many newer extensions
* '''NPU:''' 0.8 TOPS Neural Processing Unit
* '''RAM:''' 4GB or 8GB LPDDR4
* '''Storage:'''
** 64GB or 128GB internal eMMC ([https://www.szyuda88.com/product-77313-276594.html SiliconGo SGM8 100C-S36BCG]; eMMC 5.1, up o 400MB/s)
** 1x MicroSD slot
* '''Display:''' 10.1" IPS LCD Resolution 1280x800
* '''Cameras:'''
** Front: 2Mpx, chipset: Galaxycore GC02M2
** Rear: 5Mpx, chipset: Omnivision OV5648
* '''Battery:''' 6000 mAh (22.2Wh)
* '''Buttons:''' Power, volume up, volume down
* '''Network:'''
** Wi-Fi
** Bluetooth
* '''I/O:'''
** 1x USB-C 3.0 (top, host mode only; power output up to 680mA)
** 1x USB-C 2.0 (bottom, device mode by default; power input)
** 1x MicroHDMI
** 1x 4 pole 3.5mm audio jack (microphone right) and headphone detection
** 2x speakers + microphone (microphone left)
** 1x 5 pin (USB 2.0; <=680mA) Pogo connector for keyboard
** (PCIe on PCB as a flat flex ribbon connector, no room for M.2 NVMe drives in case)
* '''Multimedia:'''
** rkdjpeg: 1080p120 JPEG decode
*** no driver in mainline yet
** hantro: JPEG/VP8/H.264 encode, 1080p MPEG-2/H.263/VP8/H.264 AVC decode
*** mainline driver does not yet support all codecs/functions
*** see [[Mainline Hardware Decoding]] and [[Mainline Hardware Encoding]]
** rkvdec2: 4K H.264 AVC Main10 L5.1/H.265 HEVC Main10 L5.1/VP9 Profile 0 and 2 L5.1 decode
*** no driver in mainline yet
** rkvenc2: 4K H.264 AVC/H.265 HEVC encode
*** no driver in mainline yet
* '''Build:''' Metal and Plastic
* '''Dimensions:''' 242x161x9mm
* '''Misc:'''
** Protective cover with keyboard

== Development efforts ==

{{SeeMainArticle|Quartz64 Development}}

Linux mainline is already quite far along for the device, as the SoC is the same as is used in the Quartz64 line of devices. Some minor pinetab2-specific adjustments can be found [https://github.com/TuxThePenguin0/linux/tree/device/pine64-pinetab2_stable here] Check the main article for the big picture; PineTab2 specific issues are listed here.

=== Known Issues ===

* The display panel driver is in PineTab2's kernel fork, and needs to be submitted to upstream.
* The [https://gitlab.com/TuxThePenguin0/bes2600 BES2600 Wi-Fi driver] needs porting/major cleanup. This is a priority, but for now, you can [[#Performing USB Tethering with an Android Phone|USB tether a phone]] or [[#Selecting a USB WIFI Adapter|use a supported WI-FI dongle]].
* The BES2600 Bluetooth driver needs to be implemented.
* The Camera driver needs to be written.
* Suspend does not currently work due to a driver issue. Suspend is disabled in the factory image for your protection. Caveat Emptor if you chose to unmask the feature prior to it being fixed.

=== Connecting the UART adapter ===

The USB-C UART adapter can be connected to the PineTab2 to debug boot issues at the early boot:

* Plug the adapter in the USB-C port furthest away from the power button
* Plug USB-C cable into the port on the adapter marked "DEBUG"
* Open a terminal window
* Install ''minicom'' or ''screen'' via your distribution's package manager, if you don't have it installed already
* Connect via minicom using <code>sudo minicom -D /dev/ttyUSB0 -b 1500000</code> or via screen using <code>sudo screen /dev/ttyUSB0 1500000</code>

== Board information, schematics and certifications ==

[[File:PPineTab2-pcb.jpg|thumb|right|PineTab2 Board]]

PineTab2 mainboard schematic:

* [https://files.pine64.org/doc/PineTab/PineTab2_V2_schematic-20230417.pdf PineTab2 mainboard Released Schematic-20230417 ver 2.0]

PineTab2 certifications:
* [https://fccid.io/2A8NB-PINETAB2 FCC: 2A8NB-PINETAB2]

== Datasheets for Components and Peripherals ==

Rockchip RK3566 SoC information:

* [https://files.pine64.org/doc/quartz64/Rockchip%20RK3566%20Datasheet%20V1.0-20201210.pdf Rockchip RK3566 ver 1.0 datasheet]
* [https://opensource.rock-chips.com/images/2/26/Rockchip_RK3568_TRM_Part1_V1.3-20220930P.PDF Rockchip RK3566 and RK3568 TRM (Technical Reference Manual)]

== Frequently Asked Questions ==

=== Does the Tablet support a Pen? ===

No, adding a digitiser for pen inputs would make the price too high.

=== Can I run Android on it? ===

Theoretically yes, practically there's little chance anyone wants to make a well-supported Android build for this device. If you're looking for an Android tablet, buy any mainstream tablet, you'll get better value for your money.

However, if you just need to run a few simple android apps, you might want to have a look at [https://docs.waydro.id/usage/install-on-desktops Waydroid] which can be installed on Arch Linux ARM using the following command: <code>sudo pacman -S waydroid</code>

=== Is there SPI Flash? ===

Yes! A 128 Mbit flash chip (sk25lp128) is reportedly present on production devices.

=== My only Development Experience is Visual Basic Macros in Excel and Redstone in Minecraft, should I buy this? ===

At this stage, probably not, unless you're happy with a tablet that has a buggy Wi-Fi driver and no camera controller driver.

=== How does the Tablet compare to a Pinebook Pro? ===

It's slower, as it is intended to be a successor to the PineTab1, not the Pinebook Pro. It'll still handle web browsing, video playback and documents fine though.

=== What is the Performance of the PineTab2 compared to the PineTab-V? ===

The PineTab2 is notably faster than the PineTab-V. You can see this by [https://github.com/ThomasKaiser/sbc-bench/blob/master/Results.md comparing the Quartz64 sbc-bench results to the Star64 ones]. Performance should not be a factor of consideration when purchasing a PineTab-V.

=== Does PineTab2 play back DRM'd Content such as Netflix? ===

Yes. Widevine, using the `widevine-aarch64` package in the AUR is working, and was demonstrated on the PineTab2 using Paramount+ and Disney+. Install it (`yay -S widevine-aarch64`), run the included register script to get Firefox to recognize it, and it should start working.

=== I only know Python, can I help with drivers? ===

Yes, if you learn C first. If that's too big of a hurdle, then no. (This response isn't trying to be snarky, this question was asked so many times it really needed to be here.)

== How-to ==

=== Putting the Device into Maskrom Mode ===

To recover from a bad eMMC/SPI flash, plug the included debug adapter into the charging USB-C port and switch the white switch to its "ON" position to bypass eMMC/SPI boot. This tries to boot from SD, and if no SD is inserted, enters Maskrom mode.

=== Networking using USB ===

Until the internal BES2600 WIFI has a stable driver, the community suggests that you connect using USB. This section summarizes the more detailed information in [[File:PineTab2_USB_Guide.pdf]], which covers connecting via [[#Performing USB Tethering with an Android Phone|a tethered Android phone]], [[#Selecting a USB WIFI Adapter|a suitable USB WIFI adapter]], a wired USB Ethernet adapter, and a tethered iOS device.

==== Selecting a USB WIFI Adapter ====

Insert a supported WIFI dongle in the upper USB port, using a USB-C to USB-A adapter as necessary. As a general rule, single state adapters are recommended. Even better, select one from this list: https://github.com/morrownr/USB-WiFi/blob/main/home/The_Short_List.md

If you must use a multi-state adapter and it isn't recognized by the kernel, you can try ejecting the device. This ''should'' force it back into adapter mode. If this does not work, you can try installing [https://man.archlinux.org/man/usb_modeswitch.1.en usb_modeswitch] to troubleshoot. You will need to temporarily use another method to get internet (such as phone tethering below) or load the package on an SD card to install it.

==== Performing USB Tethering with an Android Phone ====

This guide simply describes HOW to undertake this option. The user is responsible for ensuring that their wireless plan permits such use, and for any fees incurred.

You can use an Android phone as a network adapter.

You'll need:

* An Android phone
* A USB OTG adapter (USB-C to USB-C may work, not tested)
* Some knowledge of your variation of Android

Do the following in order:

* Plug in the device to the PineTab2 using the USB cable and a USB OTG adapter
* On your android phone, open the settings app (specifics from here may vary on version)
** Navigate to "Network & Internet"
** Navigate to "Hotspot & Tethering"
** Tap on "USB Tethering"

You should now see a new network interface on the PineTab2.

==== Performing USB Tethering with an iPhone ====

Prerequisite:

On the iPhone make sure that Settings -> Personal Hotspot -> Allow others to join is turned on.

# Use an Lightning (Apple) to USB-C (Pinetab2) cable to connect the devices.
# In the Pinetab make sure to use the USB-C port next to the volume keys.
# Once the cable is connected open your iPhone.
# You will see a request to trust the new device. Trust it.
# Confirm by typing in your Apple Device PIN

This should be it. The Pinetab2 will show you the new device and the network connects to `Wired connection 1`

== External Links ==

* [https://www.pine64.org/2022/12/15/december-update-merry-christmas-and-happy-new-pinetab/ December 2022 Community Update]
* [https://www.pine64.org/2023/03/01/february-update-things-are-taking-shape/ February 2023 Community Update]

[[Category:Rockchip RK3566]]

PineTab2 Releases

2023-06-10T13:57:30Z

Julian: /* Linux */ Add Plebian

This page contains a list of all available releases and tools for the [[PineTab2]] in alphabetical order.

The installation instructions can be found under [[PineTab2#Installation instructions]].

== Linux ==

=== Arch Linux ARM ===

(Unofficial) Arch Linux ARM maintained by the [https://danctnix.org/ DanctNIX] community (GitHub: [https://github.com/DanctNIX/danctnix danctnix], [https://github.com/dreemurrs-embedded dreemurrs-embedded]). This includes [https://github.com/dreemurrs-embedded/Pine64-Arch/blob/master/PKGBUILDS/pine64/uboot-pinetab2/PKGBUILD uboot].

Download:

* https://echo.danctnix.org:7269/danctnix-factory-image-20230527.img.xz

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials
|-
! Default user
| <code>alarm/123456</code>
|}

Notes:

* Currently ships without a Wi-Fi and Bluetooth driver
* [https://wiki.archlinux.org/title/SDDM#KDE_Plasma_Wayland_hangs_on_shutdown_and_reboot system hangs on reboot/shutdown] (SDDM bug, workaround possible)
* [https://forum.pine64.org/showthread.php?tid=18313 screen rotated 90°, workaround possible]

=== Plebian (EXPERIMENTAL) ===

(EXPERIMENTAL) Plebian maintained by [https://github.com/CounterPillow CounterPillow]. This image is EXPERIMENTAL and there is currently NO support for it. Further details on [https://github.com/Plebian-Linux/pinetab2-images#plebian-pinetab2-images GitHub]

Download:

* https://github.com/Plebian-Linux/pinetab2-images/actions

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="2" style="background: #a7d7f9;"| Default credentials
|-
! Default user
| <code>pleb/pleb</code>
|}

Notes:

* Currently ships without a Wi-Fi and Bluetooth driver
* Currently can't be installed to the EMMC, [https://github.com/Plebian-Linux/pinetab2-images/blob/main/HACKING.md#onto-the-emmc instructions] are TODO

== BSD ==

[[Category:Rockchip RK3566]]