# Open Source Smartphones The Samsung Z is Runs an Open Source 'Tizen' Operating System By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2014-06-11 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samsung-z References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/samsung-z-tizen-smartphone/32355/) & [global.samsungtomorrow](http://global.samsungtomorrow.com/?p=37149) South Korean tech firm [Samsung](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samsung-galaxy-z-fold-se) unveiled the Samsung Z, the first ever Samsung device that runs on the [open source Tizen operating system](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/harmonyos-next-5). Unlike the popular [Galaxy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samsung-galaxy-z-fold7) series, the Samsung Z does not run Android but instead works on Tizen. The Samsung Z is powered by a 2.3 GHz quad core CPU with 2 GB of RAM and either 16 GB or 32 GB of storage. A microSD card slot allows storage capacity to be expanded to up to 64 GB. The phone runs on a 2,600 mAh battery. The phone also features 8 MP and 2.1 MP cameras on the rear and front respectively. It is also equipped with a range of sensors including an accelerometer, gyroscope, fingerprint scanner and heart rate sensor. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.7/10 - Popularity: 34% | Activity: 39% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Open Source Mobile Devices:** The rise of open source mobile devices creates opportunities for tech companies to innovate new business models and enahance technological capabilities. - **Tizen Operating System:** Collaboration with Tizen operating system could offer companies the opportunity to create tailored, customizable, and independent applications, making them attractive to customers seeking alternative mobile experiences. - **Hardware-software Integration:** The growth of open source mobile devices creates exponential growth in the need for hardware-software integration, presenting opportunities for firms that can innovate the most effective and efficient integration solutions. ### Where This Applies - **Telecommunications:** Telecom companies could consider partnering or creating their own open source mobile device that utilizes Tizen for an innovative mobile experience. - **Hardware Manufacturing:** Hardware manufacturing companies could benefit greatly from the trend towards open source mobile devices due to the increased demand for customized components. - **Online Marketplaces:** Online marketplaces could expand their product offerings to include open source mobile devices with Tizen capabilities to attract consumers seeking alternatives to mainstream devices. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Linux-Powered Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jolla-phone.md) - [Fully Open-Source Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/project-librephone.md) - [Foldable Crease-Free Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samsung-galaxy-z-fold-se.md) - [Linux-Powered Enterprise Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/void-phone-vx1.md) - [Elegant Multi-Screen Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samsung-galaxy-z-fold7.md) - [Triple-Folding Smartphone Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/galaxy-z-trifold.md) - [Powerful Flip-Style Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samsung-galaxy-z-flip-4.md) - [Flipping High-Power Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samsung-galaxy-z-flip6.md) - [Brand-Free Smartphone Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/volla-phone-22.md)