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Exploring theoretical IPod modifications involves understanding technical principles and potential workarounds.

Exploring theoretical IPod modifications involves understanding technical principles and potential workarounds.

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03-17-2023, 04:20 PM
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I own an iPod touch 4G that I've held onto since my mother stopped using it. I'm exploring whether, in theory, it's feasible to remove iOS and replace it with a customized Android version like Cyanogenmod. Even if current software isn't compatible due to hardware restrictions, could it still be possible to build a custom kernel for this device? It's just an interesting thought experiment.
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03-17-2023, 04:20 PM #1

I own an iPod touch 4G that I've held onto since my mother stopped using it. I'm exploring whether, in theory, it's feasible to remove iOS and replace it with a customized Android version like Cyanogenmod. Even if current software isn't compatible due to hardware restrictions, could it still be possible to build a custom kernel for this device? It's just an interesting thought experiment.

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03-17-2023, 10:20 PM
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03-17-2023, 10:20 PM #2

no

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04-08-2023, 02:44 PM
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Required by intense sorcery and deception
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04-08-2023, 02:44 PM #3

Required by intense sorcery and deception

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04-08-2023, 06:59 PM
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04-08-2023, 06:59 PM #4

Solved successfully.

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04-09-2023, 04:01 PM
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An Android version for the original iPhone and 3G was available, but it’s likely outdated and won’t function with 4th Touch.
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04-09-2023, 04:01 PM #5

An Android version for the original iPhone and 3G was available, but it’s likely outdated and won’t function with 4th Touch.

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04-23-2023, 02:45 PM
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04-23-2023, 02:45 PM #6

Solved.

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ruby2302
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05-03-2023, 07:44 AM
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Unbelievable. You should discuss this with Craig Federighi and see if he changes his stance. Joking aside, I own the same iPod Touch, but it only lasts about five hours under moderate use.
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ruby2302
05-03-2023, 07:44 AM #7

Unbelievable. You should discuss this with Craig Federighi and see if he changes his stance. Joking aside, I own the same iPod Touch, but it only lasts about five hours under moderate use.

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05-05-2023, 09:58 PM
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Linux seems likely. Android is not.
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TheOshJosh
05-05-2023, 09:58 PM #8

Linux seems likely. Android is not.

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05-10-2023, 04:55 AM
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Android is built upon the Linux kernel. I asked this question to see if adjusting the kernel could allow running Linux on almost any device with a microprocessor, such as a camera.
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05-10-2023, 04:55 AM #9

Android is built upon the Linux kernel. I asked this question to see if adjusting the kernel could allow running Linux on almost any device with a microprocessor, such as a camera.

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05-10-2023, 04:30 PM
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The Android kernels are tailored for each device, which makes it tricky to apply a generic one without issues. For example, using a NeXto 5 kernel on an LG G3 won’t work.
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05-10-2023, 04:30 PM #10

The Android kernels are tailored for each device, which makes it tricky to apply a generic one without issues. For example, using a NeXto 5 kernel on an LG G3 won’t work.

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