OSOM

OSOM

Privacy-focused hardware and software ecosystem

Overview

OSOM Products builds a privacy-focused hardware and software ecosystem. It develops and sells devices like privacy-first smartphones and accompanying software that work together to protect user data from being collected or exploited. The products are designed to operate with on-device processing and tight data controls to minimize data sharing, delivering a seamless user experience without compromising functionality. OSOM differentiates itself by offering a holistic, privacy-centric solution across both hardware and software, rather than relying on data monetization or separate, disjointed tools. Its goal is to give tech-savvy users, privacy advocates, and privacy-conscious consumers a premium, easy-to-use technology stack that keeps personal information private across all devices and apps.

About OSOM

Simplify's Rating
Why OSOM is rated
D-
Rated D- on Competitive Edge
Rated D- on Growth Potential
Rated D- on Differentiation

Industries

Data & Analytics

Hardware

Consumer Software

Cybersecurity

Company Size

11-50

Company Stage

Series A

Total Funding

$42.5M

Headquarters

Cupertino, California

Founded

2020

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What believers are saying

  • OSOM's privacy branding still attracts niche security-conscious buyers and talent.
  • The Saga launch proved OSOM could ship hardware with major crypto distribution.
  • Any surviving IP and engineering know-how remain valuable to acquirers.

What critics are saying

  • OSOM announced closure on September 5, 2024, after missing customers.
  • Mary Stone Ross sued in August 2024 over alleged CEO self-dealing.
  • Saga support depends on Solana; OSOM's shutdown kills long-term firmware updates.

What makes OSOM unique

  • OSOM built privacy-first Android hardware, unlike ad-driven phone makers.
  • Former Essential engineers gave OSOM deep smartphone hardware credibility.
  • OSOM partnered with Solana Labs for the Saga privacy-wallet phone.

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Funding

Total Funding

$42.5M

Above

Industry Average

Funded Over

0 Rounds

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance

Maternity, Paternity & Adoption Leave

Flexible Paid Time Off & Holidays Including a Winter Shut Down

Work from Home Stipend

Stock Options

401k

Company News

DataQuest
Sep 2nd, 2024
Future of OSOM: Can a CEO of a Failing Startup Afford a Lamborghini?

More than three years have passed since OSOM Products Inc. introduced the Osom OV1, a smartphone created by the former Essential team following the company's closure.

Android Police
Sep 1st, 2024
Ex-OSOM exec blasts CEO for lining pockets with company cash

In 2022, OSOM rolled out its debut product, the Saga, an Android phone with backing from the blockchain heavyweight Solana.

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