# Freedom Factory Debuts dGEN1 Ethereum Mobile Device

*Author: William M. Peaster*
*Published: Oct 18, 2024*
*Source: https://www.bankless.com/dgen1-ethereum-everyday-carry*

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Freedom Factory has [announced the *dGEN1*](https://www.theblock.co/post/321894/ethos-introduces-dgen1-hardware-device-for-ethereum-onchain-interactions), a mobile device aimed at simplifying how users interact with Ethereum and Layer 2s. 

## **What's the scoop?**
- The new everyday carry (EDC) is being built atop a forked version of Android and has integrated Freedom Factory’s bespoke, Ethereum-centric ethOS operating system. 
- The dGEN1 also features two touchscreens and is designed to readily interact with onchain platforms without browser extensions or third-party apps. 
- Although the device will lack telecom capabilities, it will offer crypto-based messaging for secure communications and an in-built Ethereum light node for validating transactions. 
- Pre-orders are available as [NFT mints](https://x.com/EthereumPhone/status/1846978886128607449) for 0.2 ETH on Base, with shipping expected in Spring 2025.

## **Bankless take**
By bringing Ethereum to the mobile OS level and supporting L2s, Freedom Factory is positioning this optimized hardware wallet to meet the needs of Ethereum users who want a streamlined way to take more control over their onchain activities. However, its success will hinge on **1)** the quality of execution, and **2)** user adoption in the face of incumbents like Ledger once it's on the market. Let’s see if they can pull it off! 

> Introducing dGEN1The first onchain every-day carry [pic.twitter.com/E1SDAraXqJ](https://t.co/E1SDAraXqJ)— ethOS (@EthereumPhone) [October 17, 2024](https://twitter.com/EthereumPhone/status/1846978884295688407?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)