Welcome to Part Five Welcome back! Since our first report, this is now our fifth installment. We appreciate our community’s feedback about these updates, and we are happy to continue providing them! Your support in PureOS subscriptions, volunteer efforts, and community feedback h … | Continue reading
Today, Friday November the 29th 2024, get the Black Friday Librem 5 bundle with 15% off its base price along with 2 batteries and 2 screen protectors! The post Black Friday appeared first on Purism. | Continue reading
Welcome back Welcome to the fourth installment in our PureOS development series! We are pleased to provide more progress updates from October. In addition to subscription-funded development, Purism continues to fund the infrastructure work needed to release PureOS Crimson. Your s … | Continue reading
The modern smartphone landscape is dominated by a handful of technology giants, whose influence extends far beyond their own ecosystems. Unlike in the heyday of the PC revolution where multiple companies fought tooth and nail for market share by differentiating on feature functio … | Continue reading
Given the 21st century world’s reliance on digital technology, it should go without saying that privacy and security are pressing concerns — for individuals as well as federal and corporate entities. With an abundance of tools at our disposal, however, how do we make informed dec … | Continue reading
The recent announcement from Chinese scientists about their successful use of a quantum computer to crack military-grade encryption has sent shockwaves through the cybersecurity community. This breakthrough, utilizing a D-Wave Advantage quantum computer, marks a significant miles … | Continue reading
It’s good to see you again Welcome back! As always, we greatly appreciate the support of PureOS subscribers. Advancing PureOS benefits all Librem devices as well as the larger FLOSS ecosystem. Your support is crucial to that mission. In our last update, PureOS development was blo … | Continue reading
Since the mass-adoption of consumer smartphones in 2007, much has been written about the tradeoffs consumers and business users alike have been forced to accept when it comes to mobile computing. The post True Choice for Smartphone Privacy and Security appeared first on Purism. | Continue reading
In the rapidly evolving landscape of cybersecurity, the advent of quantum computing presents both unprecedented opportunities and significant threats. As we stand on the brink of a quantum revolution, the need for robust, quantum-resistant cryptographic solutions has never been m … | Continue reading
Post Quantum Cryptography (PQC) is a critical advancement in securing data and communication, the threat of compromise is even greater than normal due to the fact that anything stored with pre-quantum resistant cryptography will be immediately available to view as soon as the qub … | Continue reading
We're excited to announce another significant step forward in our commitment to open hardware: the release of the STEP file for our Librem 5 smartphone. This move builds upon our previous efforts, where we released the Librem 5 hardware layouts, which can be found here. The post … | Continue reading
In a world where supply chain compromises are making headlines, it is important to reiterate that Purism has been manufacturing Made in USA electronics since 2018 at our US based facility with a secure component supply chain. The post Purism’s Secure Supply Chain Reminder appeare … | Continue reading
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) released a groundbreaking report this past week that sheds light on the vast surveillance practices of major social media and video streaming companies. The report. which was released on September 19th, is a stark reminder of the extensive data … | Continue reading
When you use smartphones from big tech companies, you’re often trading your privacy for convenience. These devices are designed to collect vast amounts of data about you, from your location to your browsing habits, and even your conversations. This data is then used to build deta … | Continue reading
The Liberty Phone delivers uncompromising security for government mobile computing. With Made in USA electronics, it ensures supply chain integrity. Hardware-based security, including physical kill switches, combines with the open-source PureOS to provide superior protection and … | Continue reading
Purism offers a comprehensive solution for those seeking to protect their digital lives. As threats to digital security continue to evolve, Purism’s dedication to privacy and security positions it as a leader in the field, providing a solid foundation for secure mobile computing. … | Continue reading
Make new friends, and keep the old I’m very pleased to announce that we continue to see new PureOS subscriptions coming in. Thank you very much to our subscribers, new and old! Your support enables us to continue advancing PureOS, and we are pleased that it remains freely availab … | Continue reading
Secure Networking Infrastructure + Secure Smartphones Last month, Purism announced a collaboration with Abside to deliver secure mobile solutions for the U.S. government and NATO countries. This solution leverages private cellular networks (PCNs) owned and operated by government … | Continue reading
At its core, the kernel is the fundamental layer of the operating system, acting as a bridge between the hardware and software. It manages system resources, handles memory allocation, and facilitates communication between applications and the hardware. Without a robust and effici … | Continue reading
When smartphones first emerged in the early 2000s, the attack surface was relatively small. Devices were primarily used for Personal Information Management (PIM) such as calls, texts, email, calendaring, and basic internet browsing. However, the landscape changed dramatically wit … | Continue reading
As with all of Purism's software work, these updates are freely available for both subscribers and non-subscribers. We also continue to send improvements upstream, benefiting the wider ecosystem. The post PureOS Crimson Development Report: July 2024 appeared first on Purism. | Continue reading
Explore the critical role of a hardware root of trust in ensuring the security and integrity of smartphones. The post Hardware Based Security For Government appeared first on Purism. | Continue reading
Securing the Supply Chain A compromised component, whether it’s a backdoor in a chipset or a tainted software update, can unravel the entire security architecture of a device. It’s like a house with a gaping hole in the foundation. No amount of locks on the doors will keep intrud … | Continue reading
No Central Signing Keys in PureBoot As Ars Technica, Binarly, and others have reported, UEFI Secure Boot on at least 200 device models from at least 5 major vendors is completely compromised by the leak of their Platform Key. We’ve discussed Secure Boot insecurity before, and it … | Continue reading
The Perils of Big IT Dependence: The Recent Global OS Outage In the world of technology, diversity is not just a virtue, but a necessity. At Purism, a company dedicated to creating secure, privacy-respecting, and freedom-preserving digital solutions, we are deeply concerned about … | Continue reading
Private cellular networking and secure client devices provide a holistic, turnkey solution leveraging the N79 band for government or enterprise networks. 5G The advent of 5G technology has revolutionized the world of wireless communication. Among the various aspects of 5G, the N7 … | Continue reading
Acton, MA, USA – July 19th, 2024 – Abside, a leading provider of US made secure networking solutions, and Purism, a secure computing and US phone manufacturer, today announced a collaboration to deliver a secure mobile solution for the U.S. government and NATO countries. This col … | Continue reading
The rise of the smartphone as both an indispensable consumer electronic device and an omnipresent tool for performing tasks at work has led to an inevitable question: Should enterprise and government centralized IT organizations deploy Commercial Off-the-Shelf (COTS) devices such … | Continue reading
Crowdfund the Ideal Robotics Future We at Purism want to revolutionize robotics and are seeking your support to fund this research and development. We believe robotics, AI, and technology as a whole need a new direction from what Big Tech is building. We consistently deliver on r … | Continue reading
The year 2007 represented a watershed moment for the modern smartphone industry as we know it. This was the year that Apple introduced its first iPhone device and Google announced Android via its participation in The Open Handset Alliance (which notably leveraged the Linux kernel … | Continue reading
Purism is pleased to announce that long-time mobility industry insider Randy Siegel has joined the company to direct our strategic government business development efforts. “Adding Randy to lead our secure mobile offering is a natural fit to expand our governmental focused Liberty … | Continue reading
PureOS—the alternative convergent operating system by Purism—is adding an optional subscription to advance development. The three monthly subscription tiers are: PureOS Subscription Standard $5.99/mo PureOS Subscription Premium $9.99/mo PureOS Subscription Expert $19.99/mo Purism … | Continue reading
The first Purism Free Software Game Jam is right around the corner, scheduled for June 10th! This event is designed to promote freedom-respecting software through the creation of video games. Purism understands that it’s not just tools that should be open source; games play a vit … | Continue reading
Today, I’m excited to introduce the prototypes for our latest product, the Librem 16: We’re polishing the details on the Librem 16 design, which carries signature features from Purism as well as many new improvements. The Librem 16 features a backlit keyboard, RGB notification LE … | Continue reading
As Purism reached price break quantities, we can pass those savings onto customers. We have now reached the inventory in our queue that has a slightly lower cost of goods, and with this product in stock and ready to ship, we are adjusting the pricing down from $999 to $699 for th … | Continue reading
The long sought after secure communication of end-to-end hardware encrypted (HWE) chats is now available. Purism is proud to bring this innovation to the market in our Hardware Encrypted COMSEC Bundle. The Liberty Phone (or Librem 5 phone), running PureOS, has always had an encry … | Continue reading
To celebrate the tremendous success of the Librem 5 product and delivery, we are for a limited time offering the Librem 5 for just $599! (This is rollback pricing to the original crowdfunding campaign price!) The Librem 5 runs Purism’s own PureOS with all the source code released … | Continue reading
Welcome to Purism, a different type of technology company. We believe you should have technology that does not spy on you. We believe you should have complete control over your digital life. We advocate for personal privacy, cyber security, and individual freedoms. We sell hardwa … | Continue reading
Welcome to Purism, a different type of technology company. We believe you should have technology that does not spy on you. We believe you should have complete control over your digital life. We advocate for personal privacy, cyber security, and individual freedoms. We sell hardwa … | Continue reading
Did you say Idaho Potatoes? Earlier this week, I was at a wedding, talking to a friend. She asked if I’d ever been on a cruise – I have, once, years ago, and I proceeded to tell her the story of a couple from Idaho that we ate dinner with every night on the cruise. […] The post U … | Continue reading
Welcome to Purism, a different type of technology company. We believe you should have technology that does not spy on you. We believe you should have complete control over your digital life. We advocate for personal privacy, cyber security, and individual freedoms. We sell hardwa … | Continue reading
Welcome to Purism, a different type of technology company. We believe you should have technology that does not spy on you. We believe you should have complete control over your digital life. We advocate for personal privacy, cyber security, and individual freedoms. We sell hardwa … | Continue reading
Welcome to Purism, a different type of technology company. We believe you should have technology that does not spy on you. We believe you should have complete control over your digital life. We advocate for personal privacy, cyber security, and individual freedoms. We sell hardwa … | Continue reading
April 15th, 2024, in the Top 10 Most Secure Mobile Phones to Buy in 2024, the cybersecurity-focused firm Efani, has ranked Purism Librem 5 as as the #1 most secure phone for the year 2024. From their article: Factors to Consider When Evaluating Smartphone Security When assessing … | Continue reading
Welcome to Purism, a different type of technology company. We believe you should have technology that does not spy on you. We believe you should have complete control over your digital life. We advocate for personal privacy, cyber security, and individual freedoms. We sell hardwa … | Continue reading
Welcome to Purism, a different type of technology company. We believe you should have technology that does not spy on you. We believe you should have complete control over your digital life. We advocate for personal privacy, cyber security, and individual freedoms. We sell hardwa … | Continue reading
Video Read-through of 2023 Year End Financial Update: Slides and Transcript Welcome to Purism’s Investor Report Fiscal Year End 2023. In this report we’re going to go through an executive summary, profit and loss statement, balance sheet, and then conclusion. Executive Summary: A … | Continue reading
Welcome to Purism, a different type of technology company. We believe you should have technology that does not spy on you. We believe you should have complete control over your digital life. We advocate for personal privacy, cyber security, and individual freedoms. We sell hardwa … | Continue reading