Archneo is an experimental Arch Linux ARM distribution for ARM gaming handhelds. It aims to combine an Arch userspace with device support derived from ROCKNIX and a ROCKNIX-ABL-compatible boot layout.
Warning
Archneo is at the research and bring-up stage. Complete Pocket S 2K image assembly passes CI, but the first hardware image produced a sustained black screen and no evidence that systemd started. It does not install or modify ABL.
- Build a minimal, reproducible Arch Linux ARM root filesystem.
- Reuse the appropriate upstream and ROCKNIX kernel device support.
- Package the kernel, device trees, modules, and firmware needed per device.
- Produce images that follow the ROCKNIX-ABL boot contract.
- Document build, installation, update, and hardware-validation procedures.
The initial platform is Qualcomm SM8550. Device bring-up will proceed in this order:
- AYANEO Pocket S 2K (
ayaneo-pocket-s-2k) - AYANEO Pocket EVO (
ayaneo-pocket-evo)
The similarly named AYANEO Pocket S2 is an SM8650 device and is not one of
these initial targets. Source preparation and a compile-smoke KERNEL payload
have passed CI. Rootfs, firmware, and complete removable-image assembly also
pass CI. The first hardware test exposed an unproven external-initramfs
assumption; the next image restores ROCKNIX's built-in-initramfs packaging for
another controlled test.
See the documentation index and bring-up roadmap for the current plan and evidence requirements.
Initial work assumes a functioning ROCKNIX-ABL installation and writes only removable media. Installing ABL and backing up or restoring Android are outside Archneo's scope. See the boot contract before producing test media.
make verify
make prepare-kernel
make kernel
sudo make imageSee building Archneo for host dependencies, outputs, and the current reproducibility boundary.
Archneo is an independent project and is not affiliated with Arch Linux ARM or ROCKNIX. It intends to build on their work while preserving attribution and complying with the licences of each imported component.