Librem 5‘s from the Aspen batch have started shipping to early backers so we’ve done a roundup of some of the best photos and videos shared by us and others as well as some never seen before photos.

Photos

Black Anodized Aluminum Chassis

The Librem 5 case has evolved to a black anodized aluminium shell (with non-metal backing to keep radio reception quality high) with flush, easy-to-slide hardware kill switches.

From the Factory Floor

The Purism factory is ready to ship thousands of Librem 5s to backers over the coming months.

Shell and Applications

Just look at how great PureOS with GNOME and our default applications look on mobile!

Updating PureOS

PureOS is secure and easy to update for any user.

In the Wild

People have been using their Librem 5 while traveling, working and relaxing to connect to WiFi hotspots, browse the internet, use social media, play games and yes… to call and send text messages.

Videos:

If you are looking to see the Librem 5 in action, we’ve got you covered. Including a hands-on (and hardware teardown) from “The Linux Gamer” featuring our CEO, Todd Weaver.

Purism: The Librem 5 Now shipping on Archive.org and YouTube.

Purism: Librem 5 Hardware Kill Switches on Archive.org and YouTube.

Purism: Librem 5 First Run Walk-through on YouTube.

The Linux Gamer: I got my hands on the Librem 5 Phone on YouTube.

The Linux Gamer: Librem 5 teardown with Purism CEO Todd Weaver on YouTube.

We will continue to share more media and stories from other users as they roll in. Thank you to our community for the support and excitement for helping us make a private, secure and open Linux smartphone!