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Checked against the makers' own pages · Last reviewed October 15, 2026
The HIROH Phone is a privacy phone from Hiroh, LLC of Austin, Texas, with a hardware switch that cuts the cameras and microphones off from software. It comes with either Android 16 or /e/OS, Murena's version of Android without Google apps. As of Oct. 15, 2026 it is still on pre-order: HIROH takes a US$99 reservation toward a US$999 total and says the /e/OS version ships in October 2026, while Murena lists the "HIROH Phone powered by Murena" at US$1,199. [1][2][3]
- Price
- US$999 from HIROH (US$99 reservation, before tax and shipping); US$1,199 at Murena (Oct. 15, 2026) [1][3]
- Google apps
- /e/OS version: no Google apps, microG. An Android 16 version with Google is also sold. [5][8]
- Software updates
- No HIROH-specific update promise found; Murena's shop FAQ says it aims for at least 8 years on its phones [3]
- Carriers
- LTE bands fit T-Mobile, AT&T and Verizon; neither HIROH nor Murena names a supported carrier [3]
- US networks
- LTE bands include 2, 4, 5, 12, 13, 66, 71; no carrier statement published [3]
- Hardware switch
- HIROH says the switch electrically removes camera and microphone access from software control. [4]
- Operating system
- Android 16 or /e/OS (you choose when ordering from HIROH); Murena sells the /e/OS version [3][5]
- Shipping
- HIROH: Android 16 version from the week of Sept. 28, 2026; /e/OS version in October 2026 [4]
- Maker
- Hiroh, LLC, headquartered in Austin, Texas [2]
On this page
Where it is sold and how to get one
There are two official places to order, and their prices and specs differ:
- HIROH's own store takes a US$99 reservation per phone toward a total of US$999 before taxes and shipping. HIROH invoices the rest when the phone is ready to ship and says you can request a full refund before shipping. You pick Android 16 or /e/OS, and black or platinum. - Murena sells the "HIROH Phone powered by Murena" with /e/OS for US$1,199.00 in the US and 1199,00€ in Europe, with "Delivery in October 2026". Murena says it ships to the USA with duties and taxes included and accepts returns within 14 days.
Prices as of Oct. 15, 2026. HIROH says the Android 16 version began shipping the week of Sept. 28, 2026 and the /e/OS version ships in October 2026. [1][3][4][6][7]
Specifications
| Display | 6.67-inch AMOLED, 2712 x 1220, 120 Hz [1][3] |
|---|---|
| Chip | HIROH lists a MediaTek Dimensity 8883; Murena lists a MediaTek Dimensity 8300 [1][3] |
| RAM | HIROH lists 16 GB; Murena lists 12 GB [1][3] |
| Storage | 512 GB, expandable up to 2 TB [1][3] |
| Battery | 5,000 mAh; not listed as removable [1][3] |
| Charging | 33 W fast charging (HIROH) [1] |
| Rear camera | 108 MP Samsung main, 13 MP Sony wide-angle, 2 MP macro (HIROH) [1] |
| Front camera | 32 MP Sony [1][3] |
| 4G LTE bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 66, 71 [3] |
| 5G bands | n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n20, n25, n28, n38, n41, n66, n77, n78 [3] |
| SIM | Nano-SIM (shared slot with microSD) plus built-in eSIM [3] |
| Wi-Fi / Bluetooth | HIROH: Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.2. Murena: Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Bluetooth 5.3, NFC [1][3] |
| Water/dust rating | IP54 (Murena) [3] |
| Headphone jack | No; USB-C digital headphones [3] |
| Fingerprint / face unlock | Fingerprint sensor [1][3] |
| OS version | HIROH: Android 16 or /e/OS. Murena's EU store lists /e/OS Android 16; its US store lists /e/OS Android 14 [1][3][7] |
Will it work in the US?
HIROH is a US company, and Murena's spec sheet lists a wide set of bands: LTE 2, 4, 5, 12, 13, 66 and 71 among others, and 5G n41, n66 and n77. Murena says Wi-Fi calling works "if supported by carrier". Neither HIROH nor Murena names supported US carriers for this phone, so check with your carrier; see phone bands and US carriers. [2][3]
Apps and Google
You choose the software. HIROH describes its Android 16 version as having "Google services and the Play Store ecosystem", and the /e/OS version as using "Privacy-focused replacements; some compatibility services remain". HIROH advises you to check the apps you rely on before choosing.
On /e/OS, Google's apps are replaced by microG, an open-source stand-in for Google Play services, and apps come from the App Lounge store. Murena's shop FAQ says most Android apps can be installed, in-app purchases aren't supported, and apps that rely heavily on Google services may not work properly. See /e/OS. [3][5][8][9]
Software support
Murena's US spec sheet lists "/e/OS Android 14" and its EU spec sheet "/e/OS Android 16", while HIROH's site says "Android 16 or /e/OS". Neither seller gives a HIROH-specific number of years of updates. The general FAQ on Murena's product page says Murena aims to support its phones with "at least 8 years of software updates and security patches". The warranty is 2 years. [1][3][7]
What's different
- Hardware privacy switch: HIROH says it "electrically removes the protected cameras and microphones from software control". A red LED shows when this Lockdown Mode is on. - Wireless switch: a second physical control starts a software function that turns off cellular, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and GPS (HIROH's FAQ). - Hiroh Communications: HIROH advertises "end-to-end encrypted communications" built into the phone, covering messages, voice and video calls and file sharing. [4][6]
Where the specs disagree
HIROH's site and Murena's store list different hardware as of Oct. 15, 2026:
| HIROH (hiroh.io) | Murena | |
|---|---|---|
| RAM | 16 GB | 12 GB |
| Chip | MediaTek Dimensity 8883 | MediaTek Dimensity 8300 |
| Price | US$999 | US$1,199 |
| Software | Android 16 or /e/OS | /e/OS (Android 14 on the US page, Android 16 on the EU page) |
The e Foundation's launch announcement for the Murena version in October 2025 mentioned 16 GB of memory. Ask the seller to confirm before you pay. [1][3][7][10]
Questions people ask
When does the HIROH Phone with /e/OS ship?
HIROH says the /e/OS version ships in October 2026; Murena's store also says delivery in October 2026. [3][4]
How much does the HIROH Phone cost?
As of Oct. 15, 2026, HIROH lists US$999 per phone before tax and shipping (US$99 reservation), and Murena lists US$1,199. [1][3]
What does the HIROH kill switch do?
HIROH says the camera and microphone switch electrically removes them from software control, so software can't override it. A separate wireless control turns off cellular, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and GPS through software. [4]
Sources (10)
- The Hiroh Phone, HIROH. Checked October 15, 2026.
- About Hiroh, HIROH. Checked October 15, 2026.
- HIROH Phone powered by Murena, Murena. Checked October 15, 2026.
- The Hiroh Phone support: FAQs, HIROH. Checked October 15, 2026.
- Your phone. Your OS., HIROH. Checked October 15, 2026.
- The Hiroh Phone | Privacy has a new HIROH, HIROH. Checked October 15, 2026.
- HIROH Phone powered by Murena (EU store), Murena. Checked October 15, 2026.
- microG, e Foundation (/e/OS documentation). Checked October 15, 2026.
- App Lounge, e Foundation (/e/OS documentation). Checked October 15, 2026.
- Leaving Apple & Google: Privacy vs Security: and what that really means for you and your smart device; Meet your everyday privacy HIROH: Murena launches a new device with a privacy switch, e Foundation. Checked October 15, 2026.