What’s New in Ubuntu Touch OTA-9 ?
Ubuntu Touch OTA-9 Released: VoLTE Upgrades, Waydroid Enhancements & More!
The UBports Foundation has officially rolled out Ubuntu Touch OTA-9, marking the ninth stable update of their Ubuntu Touch mobile OS based on Ubuntu 20.04 LTS (Focal Fossa). This update brings major enhancements to VoLTE, Waydroid compatibility, and various system-level improvements for supported Linux-powered smartphones and tablets.
Let’s explore the OTA-9 release in detail:
1. Improved VoLTE Support Across More Devices
- Ubuntu Touch OTA-9 refines VoLTE (Voice over LTE) integration.
- The update enables out-of-the-box VoLTE functionality with more mobile carriers, especially on Volla devices.
- Expect clearer voice calls, faster connection times, and improved network reliability on LTE.
2. Waydroid Now Supports Android 13
- OTA-9 introduces initial support for Android 13 images in Waydroid.
- This means smoother, more secure, and up-to-date Android app compatibility on Ubuntu Touch devices.
- Waydroid performance has also improved, enhancing multitasking and UI responsiveness.
3. Fresh Emoji Experience with Noto Color Emoji Font
- The new Noto Color Emoji font adds support for newer emojis.
- This upgrade ensures better emoji rendering across apps, chats, and browsers.
4. UPower Battery Integration for Accurate Monitoring
- OTA-9 introduces direct integration with UPower to retrieve battery data.
- Users now benefit from more accurate battery percentage readings and performance tracking.
5. Expanded APN and Network Support
- OTA-9 adds 1&1 German APN compatibility, ensuring better connectivity in Germany.
- The update also supports dual IP protocol for IMS-type APNs, improving VoLTE and mobile data interactions.
6. Smarter System Updates with UTNext Support
- The system update mechanism now includes a channel name parser that supports UTNext.
- This streamlines development and testing workflows for advanced users.
7. Security Patches & System Optimizations
- OTA-9 includes critical security fixes from both Ubuntu upstream and UBports.
- The update also introduces a systemd service to apply retroactive per-interface sysctl settings, boosting overall system reliability.
8. Broad Device Support: Is Your Phone on the List?
Ubuntu Touch OTA-9 is available for a wide range of devices, including:
- Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1
- F(x)tec Pro1 X, Fairphone 3, 3+, and 4
- Google Pixel 3a and 3a XL
- OnePlus 5, 5T, 6, 6T, Nord N10 5G, N100
- Xiaomi Redmi and Poco Series, Sony Xperia X
- Volla Phones, JingPad A1, Lenovo Tab M10 HD (2nd Gen)
9. How to Get the OTA-9 Update
- If you’re using Ubuntu Touch on the Stable channel, head to the Updates screen in System Settings.
- The rollout starts today, but devices will receive the update in waves — check back if it hasn’t arrived yet.
10. Final Thoughts: A Step Toward a Polished Mobile Linux Experience
With Ubuntu Touch OTA-9, UBports continues to bridge the gap between mobile freedom and everyday usability. The enhanced VoLTE support, Waydroid Android 13 readiness, and under-the-hood improvements make this a must-install update for all Ubuntu Touch users.
Want to know more or install Ubuntu Touch on your device?
Check out the official release notes here and stay ahead with the future of open-source mobile OS.
Power Ubuntu Touch with Cloud-Optimized Performance
As Ubuntu Touch OTA-9 pushes the boundaries of open-source mobile computing—with enhanced VoLTE support, Waydroid compatibility, and expanded hardware reach—the demand for reliable, cloud-ready infrastructure becomes even more crucial for developers, testers, and Linux enthusiasts.
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