This Finnish Privacy-Focused Linux Phone Wants You to Forget Google Exists
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- Jolla launched a new smartphone running Sailfish OS, aiming to establish a European smartphone ecosystem independent of the US tech giants.
- The Jolla Phone features mid-range hardware, including a MediaTek chipset, AMOLED display, and is assembled in Finland, with a physical privacy switch for enhanced security.
- Its design embraces Scandinavian minimalism with nostalgic color options, a removable back panel supporting modular accessories, and a clean, notch-free screen.
- Sailfish OS prioritizes privacy by eliminating Google services and telemetry, supporting Android apps without Google Play Services, and offering user-replaceable batteries.
- Jolla positions the phone as a statement of technological sovereignty, targeting niche markets initially while considering future expansion, with pre-orders available in Europe.