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THE BEST SECURE SMARTPHONES

Buying Guides
By Rene Millman
last updated February 14, 2024

Finding the most secure phone for your business helps keep your data and privacy
protected

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 * Purism Librem 5
 * Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
 * Google Pixel 8 Pro
 * Bittium Tough Mobile 2C
 * Silent Circle Blackphone 2

Finding the most secure phone can be beneficial for any individual, but it’s
especially useful for businesses looking to equip their employees with the
safest devices they can.



Because phones are inherently connected devices, it can be all too easy to
expose data. Personally identifiable information such as financial details, or
sensitive work documents can be stolen unless you take precautions in your
device choices.


THE BEST SECURE SMARTPHONES


PURISM LIBREM 5



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ProsConsOpen source OSNot the most energy efficientUnique level of
repairability$999 is expensive for an obscure brand



While the Purism Librem 5 is fairly old, having launched in 2020, it’s a great
example of a secure smartphone that doesn’t lose itself in other fancy features.
It runs an open source operating system grounded in Linux called PureOS, which
frees it from the update cycle and legacy bugs of Android. Based on the Debian
OS – a popular mix of GNU Linux – the source code for PureOS can be fully
audited for security purposes. What's more, if you don't have to use PureOS, the
phone allows for other operating systems to be involved, which just requires
some technical knowledge.

The team behind PureOS, known as the "free desktop" community according to
Purism's website, has put technical excellence before quick profits. Developers
claim they took their time to make sure everything worked and was safe to use
before putting it on the market. One of the most effective security tools on the
Librem 5 is its 'kill switches', three of which are built into the hardware to
disable the camera, microphone, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and all network connectivity –
including GPS – instantly.

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While other phones on this list have combined SoC solutions, the Librem 5 has
six distinct chips to improve manufacturing freedom and is an attempt by its
creators to prevent planned obsolescence.




APPLE IPHONE 15 PRO MAX



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ProsConsFantastic all-rounderRelatively expensive at $1,199Lockdown Mode fights
the toughest threatsClosed iOS ecosystem

The iPhone 15 Pro Max is arguably the most secure iPhone ever. It takes all the
best features and designs of the most recent models and melds them into one
super secure device. 

Apple has made great strides in recent years, in terms of on-device security.
Taking on the likes of Pegasus spyware, iOS 16 comes with a Lockdown Mode that
provides "extreme protection", according to Apple. This is an optional feature,
but once it's switched on it blocks most file attachments and also rejects
non-secure Wi-Fi networks – that also includes some web technologies that might
be exploitable by attackers, keeping your iPhone uncompromised.

What's more, the Lockdown Mode comes with a host of robust security features
that work to keep all the user's data safe. For example, Face ID technology lets
users unlock their phones with facial recognition. This is thanks to the A17 Pro
chip that maps out the user's face but keeps that specific data encrypted on the
device – it's also secured in an 'enclave' subsystem.

While it is one of the most popular brands around, the latest iPhone is also a
security-heavy device that should also appeal to business users who handle
sensitive data.


GOOGLE PIXEL 8 PRO



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ProsConsSeven years of supportQuite poor battery lifeBuilt-in VPNNo Lockdown
Mode equivalent

Android users have s breadth of choice when it comes to smartphones, but they
might be best served, from a security perspective, by opting for the device made
by the parent company of Android, Google. The Pixel 8 Pro is arguably the best
of the tech giant's handsets, and also one of the first to get the latest
updates (and security patches). 

Inside the Pixel 8 Pro is Google's latest in-house processor, the Tensor G3,
which is an ARM-based chip that uses TrustZone technology. TrustZone has been
designed to store sensitive data in a more heavily secured part of the phone.
What's more, the Pixel 8 Pro has a dedicated security chip in the Titan M2. This
is where encrypted data, such as fingerprints, or facial scans are kept. That
information is also stored in its own dedicated area.

Other Google-specific features include VPN for Google One, the company's own
virtual private network, which shields user data when on a public Wi-Fi network
– a handy feature when working remotely.


BITTIUM TOUGH MOBILE 2C



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ProsConsPhysically ruggedHard to purchaseAlways-on VPNNo biometric login

The Bittium Tough Mobile 2C is a rugged and secure smartphone that boasts two
operating systems for complete data separation. One OS is a hardened version of
Android 9, and the other is the company’s Secure OS. Users can switch between
the two with the device’s dual boot functionality.

It also comes with a free YubiKey 5 NFC security key to support two-factor
authentication. There is also an always-on VPN and the company’s mobile device
management software.

The rugged phone has an IP67 rating and MIL-STD-810G, meaning it is waterproof
to a degree and resists breakage.


SILENT CIRCLE BLACKPHONE 2



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ProsConsUnparalleled encryptionNo longer supported by manufacturerStrong privacy
controlsDifficult to purchase

For those who are seeking ultimate encryption for their phone, the Blackphone 2
from Silent Circle isn’t a bad option. This device has been custom-built for
security, with a modded version of Android titled Silent OS in which all app
permissions are editable. Its flagship feature is its integrated AES encryption,
which keeps phone calls, messages, and shared files secure. Like some other
phones on the list, it also comes with its own VPN.

Silent Circle acknowledges the usefulness of secure phones for enterprises with
built-in compatibility for mobile device management (MDM) solutions and Android
for Work. Users can also create multiple user profiles on the phone. The
downside to the Blackphone 2, which launched in 2015, is that it is no longer
supported by Silent Circle. It is now only available from registered partners.


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previously worked as an analyst for Gartner covering the infrastructure market.
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