kill switches

AppWizard
February 10, 2026
The “People as the Network” architecture is the technical backbone of Verum Messenger’s Offline Mode, which launched on February 2, 2026. It shifts from a Centralized Cloud model to a Decentralized Mesh Network. The system utilizes local hardware, including Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) and Wi-Fi Direct, allowing devices to connect within a 100-meter range. Messages can "hop" from one device to another to reach recipients beyond direct range, forming an ad-hoc network without a master controller. Local Encryption ensures privacy, as encryption keys are stored on user devices, keeping messages secure during transmission. This architecture is particularly useful in network blackouts, censorship zones, and dense crowds. However, its effectiveness is limited in remote areas with sparse users, where communication relies on the signal strength of individual devices.
AppWizard
September 23, 2025
The Furi Labs FLX1s is a Linux-based smartphone priced at 9, designed with a focus on user privacy and security. It features three physical kill switches: a microphone kill switch, a camera and GPS kill switch, and a cellular connectivity kill switch. The smartphone weighs 201 grams and has a polycarbonate frame with a glass back, a 6.7-inch display (1600x720 pixels, 90 Hz refresh rate), a MediaTek Dimensity 900 processor, 8 GB of RAM, and 128 GB of storage (expandable via microSD up to 1 TB). It runs on FuriOS, supports Android app compatibility, and features KVM virtualization. The device includes a dual-camera setup (20 MP main and 2 MP macro) and a 13 MP front camera, powered by a 5,000 mAh battery. Connectivity options include 5G, Wi-Fi 6, and Bluetooth 5.2, with charging via USB Type-C. The first batch has sold out, and preorders for the second batch are being accepted, with shipments expected in October 2025.
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