Cyanogen was a software company known for developing the CyanogenMod operating system, which was a popular custom version of the Android operating system. Launched in 2009, it aimed to provide users with enhanced features and customization options not available in the standard Android experience. In 2016, Cyanogen Inc. announced the discontinuation of its services and the end of the CyanogenMod project. The company struggled to compete with major players in the mobile operating system market, leading to its eventual decline. The legacy of Cyanogen lives on through various forks, such as LineageOS, which continues to offer custom Android experiences.