Unveiling the $14k Solarin: An Android Smartphone with “Unbreakable” Security Features

Imagine the most expensive Android smartphone you’ve ever come across. It’s probably not the Solarin. The mastermind behind this intriguing device, Sirin Labs, designed it specifically for international business people. They integrated an incredible “military-grade” security system, claiming it to be close to unbreakable.

The Solarin boasts a chip-to-chip 256-bit AES encryption, keeping the device’s contents fiercely guarded. It may sound intimidating, but it’s this same technology military forces worldwide trust to protect their sensitive communications. Activated by a unique Security Switch on the handset, the phone slips into a shielded mode, offering an exclusive, fully encrypted safe space for phone calls and messages.

As the threat of cyber-attacks becomes a grim reality across the world, Solarin promises the most robust mobile privacy protection on the market, ensuring peace of mind for its users.


Stepping aside from its impressive security aspects, Solarin is no slouch when it comes to hardware. The base model comes equipped with a chunky 128GB of storage and a substantial 4GB of RAM. However, where it truly stands out is its networking capabilities. It showcases five antennas and 24 LTE bands with a potential blistering speed of 4.6 Gbps. Additionally, the phone supports 802.11ac 2×2 MU-MIMO (multi-user, multiple-input, multiple-output) technology, enabling up to three times the speed and capacity of a conventional 1×1 setup.

Drawing attention to further distinguishing features, it touts a hefty 23.8-megapixel camera and a fingerprint sensor cunningly disguised beneath Italian leather. A dedicated security switch enables quick encryption for ultra-secure conversations.

For those considering aesthetics as an important factor in a smartphone, Solarin guarantees to turn heads. It’s an expertly crafted piece, available in an array of colors, including a gold-plated variant for the more discerning enthusiast. The cost, however, reflects the level of sophistication. Pricing begins from $14,000 or 4.4m Naira, rising to $17,500 or 5.6m Naira for the gold model.

Despite drawing comparisons to the BlackBerry’s popularity among the business community, Solarin’s high price tag raises questions about its ability to fill the BlackBerry’s shoes. The prospect of losing or damaging such investment, or becoming a potential target for evolving hackers, may give customers pause. Despite these challenges, it certainly won’t be a detrimental addition to anyone’s technology repertoire.

With $72 million in funding under Sirin Labs’ belt, we eagerly anticipate unveiling the added value brought about by this hefty investment that promises to disrupt the smartphone industry.

P.S. If you’re inclined to offer this impressive gadget as a gift, we will humbly accept it.

Conversion rates are based on 320 Naira to a dollar, and all prices quoted here are based on this rate.