KaiOS forms Pan African partnership with Trustonic to deliver device-locking capability

KaiOS, a leading mobile operating system for Smart Feature Phones with a clear vision to close the digital divide, has formed a new global partnership with cybersecurity technology firm, Trustonic, to deliver solutions to make owning a Smart Feature Phone even more affordable.

Based in the UK, Trustonic embeds world-leading trusted cybersecurity technology into smart devices and connected vehicles to secure revenue and power innovation while ensuring reliability. Its innovative Telecoms Platform helps mobile operators, retailers and financiers grow revenues without incurring additional commercial risks.

Established in Singapore, KaiOS is utilised in over 175 million devices worldwide and successfully delivers 10bn hours of internet usage per month. Committed to taking 2G users to the next digital level, the operating system supports modern technologies, like 4G, and can run on devices with just 512 MB of RAM. 

Dedicated to bringing the best of smart feature phones with affordable prices and smartphone-like experiences, KaiOS has gained significant traction in emerging market countries over the last 5 years, where affordability prevents millions of people from accessing Smart Features Phones.

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