Android Phone Runs Windows 11, Linux and Android 16
A smartphone that can replace your laptop no longer sounds like science fiction. A newly announced device called NexPhone is making headlines for doing something no mainstream phone has done before — running Android 16, full Linux, and Windows 11 on a single device.
Unveiled by NexDeck, a company known for its lapdock accessories, the NexPhone is being positioned as a true phone-as-PC hybrid, blurring the line between smartphones and desktop computers.
How the NexPhone Runs Android, Linux, and Windows 11
What sets the NexPhone apart is its multi-boot operating system support. The phone runs a custom platform called NexOS, which allows users to switch between multiple operating systems depending on their needs.
According to the company:
- Android 16 runs in both mobile and desktop modes
- A full Linux distribution (Dembian) is available with hardware acceleration
- Windows 11 on ARM can be launched using a custom launcher shell
When running Windows 11, the phone uses a special Mobile UI, featuring a grid-style interface designed for touch input — a nostalgic nod to older Windows-powered phones, but with modern desktop capabilities.
Users can also connect the NexPhone to an external display, keyboard, and mouse, effectively turning it into a compact Windows PC.
NexPhone Specifications at a Glance
Despite its ambitious software capabilities, the NexPhone also packs solid mid-range hardware:
- Display: 6.58-inch LCD, Full HD+, 120Hz refresh rate
- Processor: Qualcomm Dragonwing QCM6490 (Windows-compatible ARM chip)
- RAM & Storage: 12GB RAM, 256GB internal storage
- Rear Cameras:
- 64MP Sony IMX787 primary sensor
- 13MP ultra-wide camera
- Front Camera: 10MP selfie shooter
- Battery: 5,000mAh with 18W wired charging + wireless charging
- Build: MIL-STD-810H certified, IP68 + IP69K dust and water resistance
Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.2, NFC, USB-C 3.1, and support for direct USB-C monitor output. NexDeck also bundles a multi-port USB-C hub for desktop-style usage.
NexPhone Price and Availability
The NexPhone will be sold in a single configuration:
- Price: $549 (around ₹50,000)
- Variant: 12GB RAM + 256GB storage
- Color: Dark Gray
Interested buyers can pre-reserve the device by paying a $199 deposit through the company’s website. NexDeck says the phone will go on sale globally in Q3 2026.
Can This Android Phone Really Replace a Laptop?
While the NexPhone is unlikely to replace high-end laptops for power users, it could appeal to developers, enthusiasts, and productivity-focused users who want one device that works everywhere.
Running Android apps, Linux tools, and Windows software on a single handheld device is a bold move — and if NexDeck delivers on performance and software stability, the NexPhone could mark a turning point in how we think about smartphones.
For now, it stands as one of the most ambitious Android devices announced in recent years.
Stay tuned to TheAndroidPortal.com for more updates on the NexPhone, hands-on impressions, and deeper analysis as its global launch approaches.
