HIROH’s ultra-secure daily driver smartphone opens US pre-orders at $999
HIROH has opened US pre-orders for its flagship privacy-first smartphone, designed to deliver uncompromising security without sacrificing everyday usability. Priced at $999, the device blends premium performance with hardware-enforced privacy controls, aiming squarely at users who need both power and protection—government leaders, executives, journalists, parents, and privacy-focused professionals.
What sets the HIROH phone apart is its dual hardware kill switch system. One switch electronically disables the microphones and cameras, while the second cuts GPS, Wi‑Fi, and Bluetooth—giving users physical control over their exposure and stopping remote tracking or data collection at the source. Unlike many privacy phones that effectively disable the entire device, HIROH maintains full functionality in secure mode, complete with a red indicator light so you can see at a glance when protections are active.
The company pairs this security-first approach with premium build and performance. An aluminum frame surrounds a vibrant AMOLED display, while a modern chipset and ample memory keep apps fast and responsive. And with a replaceable 5000mAh battery, global 5G support, and a two-year warranty, the HIROH is built for long-term, real-world use.
Choice is central to the experience. Buyers can opt for Murena’s /e/OS for a de‑Googled setup or Android 16 for maximum compatibility. The phone is fully unlocked for global networks, and when running /e/OS, users still have access to Murena’s third‑party app store along with the full Android and Google app library—offering either total privacy or total flexibility, depending on how you configure it.
Camera hardware keeps pace with top-tier phones, led by a 108MP main sensor for detailed shots, alongside wide-angle, macro, and high-resolution selfie cameras. Storage is generous out of the box and expandable via an encrypted microSD slot up to 2TB—ideal for securely carrying large photo, video, or document libraries.
Pre-orders are open with a fully refundable $99 reservation fee. The remaining $900, plus applicable taxes, is due when the phone ships. Every device includes an industry-leading two-year warranty covering repair or replacement for hardware or software defects.
HIROH was created by a veteran security team led by CEO Victor Cocchia and CTO Alexander Barangan. Cocchia holds more than 20 patents related to mobile security and privacy, has won multiple industry awards including the IAPP Innovation Award, and—together with Barangan—is credited with inventing the physical kill switch for mobile devices.
Key specifications and features:
– Security and privacy
– Dual hardware kill switches for mic/camera and radios (GPS, Wi‑Fi, Bluetooth)
– Secure Sandbox privacy mode
– Encrypted microSD storage up to 2TB
– Fingerprint biometric unlock
– Zero data harvesting approach
– Visible red secure-mode indicator
– Performance and software
– MediaTek Dimensity 8300 processor
– 16GB RAM
– 512GB internal storage, expandable up to 2TB (encrypted)
– Choice of Murena’s /e/OS (de‑Googled) or Android 16
– Fully unlocked; works on global networks
With its combination of hardware kill switches, flexible software choices, flagship-grade components, and a replaceable battery, HIROH positions itself as a true daily driver for privacy-minded users—rivaling mainstream flagships while delivering physical privacy controls they don’t offer.
