PINE64 PinePhone

The PinePhone is a privacy-focused smartphone developed by PINE64, a community-driven technology company. Originally launched in 2019, the device was designed to offer users full control over their hardware and software by supporting various mobile Linux-based operating systems rather than traditional Android or iOS. The brand grew out of a commitment to open-source hardware, gaining popularity among developers and privacy enthusiasts worldwide.

Manufacturing for the PinePhone takes place in China, where PINE64 manages its production cycles through specialized factories in Shenzhen. This allows the company to maintain low hardware costs while providing specific hardware features like physical kill-switches for the camera, microphone, and wireless modules. The brand is managed by Pine Store Limited, which oversees the distribution and development of the entire Pine64 ecosystem, including laptops and single-board computers.