Above Phone
Starter Privacy Laptop
$799
The Above Phone Starter Privacy Laptop is a audited, security-focused laptop with verified firmware and a hardened Linux stack. Sourced through Exotec's authorized reseller channel, every unit ships sealed from the manufacturer with full warranty support and discreet, signature-required delivery worldwide. Configuration assistance and enterprise deployment guidance are available on request.
- Open-source firmware with Coreboot for increased transparency
- Absence of closed and insecure Intel Management Engine
- Pre-installed operating system optimized for privacy
- Hardware configuration selected for maximum Linux compatibility
- No pre-installed bloatware or telemetry features
- Seamless integration with Above Phone's ecosystem for security
Discreet shipping
Authorized reseller
30-day returns
Specifications
- Brand
- Above Phone
- Model
- Starter Privacy Laptop
- Brand
- Above Phone
- Processor
- Intel Core i3/i5 optimized for security
- Firmware
- Coreboot Open Source BIOS
- OS
- Privacy-hardened Linux
- Storage
- SSD with full disk encryption support
- Ports
- USB-C, USB-A, HDMI, 3.5mm ljud
- Warranty
- 12 months
Frequently asked
- What firmware does Starter Privacy Laptop ship with?
- Above Phone Starter Privacy Laptop ships with the firmware listed in the specifications — typically coreboot, Heads or vendor UEFI with measured boot enabled.
- Can Starter Privacy Laptop run Qubes OS?
- On supported hardware variants, yes. We confirm Qubes HCL compatibility before shipping.
- Is the camera and microphone physically isolatable?
- Yes — kill switches or removable modules are standard on hardware we ship for this category.
- Does Starter Privacy Laptop support a TPM?
- Discrete TPM 2.0 or equivalent secure element is present. Used for measured boot and disk-encryption key sealing.
- What OS is preinstalled?
- Per the spec sheet — typically a hardened Linux distribution. Other distros and Windows can be installed by the buyer.
- How is Starter Privacy Laptop shipped?
- Discreetly via tracked international courier. Packaging carries no Exotec or product branding.
- Do you ship to my country?
- We ship worldwide except to OFAC-sanctioned jurisdictions. See our Restricted Countries policy for the current list.
- What payment methods do you accept?
- Crypto via NOWPayments, plus card / Apple Pay / Google Pay via Banxa for fiat purchases of cryptocurrency credit.
- Is Starter Privacy Laptop authentic?
- Yes. Exotec is an authorized reseller — every Above Phone unit ships sealed with full manufacturer warranty intact.
- Can I expense Starter Privacy Laptop as a business purchase?
- Yes — we issue VAT-compliant invoices addressed to your company on request.
