Purism Liberty Phone free from tariffs, as reported by Yahoo Finance

In a recent interview republished by Yahoo Finance, Purism CEO Todd Weaver explained why the Liberty Phone, Purism’s secure made in the USA smartphone, is exempt from U.S. tariffs targeting smartphones manufactured in China—such as Apple’s iPhone.

Unlike most mobile devices, the Liberty Phone is manufactured in the United States, using U.S.-made electronics. This domestic manufacturing approach shields the Liberty Phone from the 25% tariffs that former President Donald Trump has warned may apply to foreign-built smartphones sold in the U.S.

Trump has explicitly cautioned Apple CEO Tim Cook that iPhones must be manufactured domestically to avoid tariffs, criticizing Apple’s shift of production to India and Vietnam. Supporting the tariff initiative, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has emphasized the national security risks posed by offshore semiconductor and electronics production.

While Apple claims it will invest $500 billion in the U.S. over four years, the company continues to outsource iPhone manufacturing to foreign nations, with key supplier Foxconn rapidly expanding in India. Analysts warn that fully shifting iPhone production to the U.S. could drive retail prices to $3,500 per unit, placing a significant burden on consumers.

Retailers such as Walmart have also voiced concerns about potential price hikes due to tariffs, but Trump dismissed the warnings—insisting that corporations should absorb the costs rather than passing them on to consumers.

For consumers and enterprises seeking a secure, American-made alternative to foreign-manufactured smartphones, the Purism Liberty Phone offers a compelling solution.

Built in the USA, the Liberty Phone uses American-made components wherever possible and runs PureOS—Purism’s free and open source, Linux-based operating system that respects privacy, security, and digital sovereignty. Unlike Android or iOS, PureOS is free from surveillance-based app ecosystems and coercive Terms of Service that compromise user rights.

Key Benefits of the Liberty Phone: Tariff-proof: Manufactured in the U.S. with U.S.-sourced electronics.

No foreign surveillance risk: Hardware and software built with national security in mind.

No exploitative Terms of Service: Protects civil liberties and user autonomy.

Data ownership: Immune to Big Tech data mining—you control your digital footprint.

Enterprise-grade security: Ideal for both personal users and security-conscious organizations.

As trade tensions intensify and tariffs drive up the cost of foreign-made devices, the Liberty Phone stands out as a viable, secure, and economically resilient option for consumers and enterprises seeking true digital independence.

Secure. Private. Choose Liberty. Choose Purism.