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Ledger Unveils Atom Cryptocurrency Wallet That Resembles a Smartphone
“Ledger” unveiled its new smartphone-like “Atom” hardware wallet on October 15. The “Android”-based device is designed to secure cryptocurrency transactions, but it will not replace an everyday phone. The eSIM, or digital SIM, connects only to mobile internet. As a result, the device cannot be used to make regular calls, send SMS messages, or even call emergency services.
The “Atom” has a 6.77-inch AMOLED display with a 60 Hz refresh rate. As a result, visuals will not be as smooth as on displays with higher refresh rates. The device has a “Qualcomm Dragonwing” chip and a fingerprint sensor. Users can replace the 4,000 mAh battery themselves. There is only a 50 MP camera on the back. The model will receive “Android” updates for 5 years, and spare parts will remain available for at least 7 years. The “Atom” runs everyday apps on “Android.” When a sensitive transaction begins, “Ledger OS,” running on a separate secure chip, takes full control of the screen. In this mode, the camera, microphone, and other sensors are disabled. A physical privacy switch directly cuts the electrical connections to the camera and microphone. In the future, 2 “Atom” users will be able to exchange encrypted messages in a regular messaging app. The conversations will be protected using GPG/OpenPGP standards. The “Solana Seeker” app will also come preinstalled on the device.
The “Ledger Agent Intent” feature is designed for artificial intelligence software. Such software will be able to propose a financial transaction but will not gain full access to the digital wallet. The device’s owner will still provide the final approval. Through the “OpenClaw” connection, agents on that platform can be registered on the “Atom,” and their actions can be managed with physical confirmation on the device. “Ledger” has developed a special protective covering to guard against the risk of tampering with the device during production and shipping. This covering encloses the secure chip, microcontroller, and programmable FPGA chip. The system detects if that section has been opened or pierced.
The device detects when the screen or back cover is removed. Each cover is paired so that it works only with a specific “Atom.” The sensors have their own battery, so they continue to operate even when the device is turned off. It should also be possible to tell if the packaging has previously been opened. Initial sales will be conducted exclusively through the “Ledger” website. It was discovered that covert implants placed in “Ledger” devices could use the eSIM to steal the 24-word recovery phrase displayed on the screen during setup. According to analyses, $102 million was withdrawn from 324 wallets. That is approximately 173.4 million manats. Another estimate puts the loss at $86 million (approximately 146.2 million manats), but the company has not confirmed either figure.
Sales have been suspended in Southeast Asia, Hong Kong, and “MediaMarktSaturn” stores in Germany. “Ledger” links the incidents to “CryptoBilis.” Nevertheless, an implant was also reportedly found in a “Nano X” device purchased in Germany. The “Atom” will go on sale in summer 2027. The “Founder’s Edition” version will cost $849 (approximately 1,440 manats). The subsequent standard retail price has been set at $899 (approximately 1,530 manats). The device can now be reserved with a refundable deposit of $100 (170 manats). “Ledger” emphasizes that the “Atom” does not replace a phone and is a security device that works alongside a smartphone.
The “Atom” has a 6.77-inch AMOLED display with a 60 Hz refresh rate. As a result, visuals will not be as smooth as on displays with higher refresh rates. The device has a “Qualcomm Dragonwing” chip and a fingerprint sensor. Users can replace the 4,000 mAh battery themselves. There is only a 50 MP camera on the back. The model will receive “Android” updates for 5 years, and spare parts will remain available for at least 7 years. The “Atom” runs everyday apps on “Android.” When a sensitive transaction begins, “Ledger OS,” running on a separate secure chip, takes full control of the screen. In this mode, the camera, microphone, and other sensors are disabled. A physical privacy switch directly cuts the electrical connections to the camera and microphone. In the future, 2 “Atom” users will be able to exchange encrypted messages in a regular messaging app. The conversations will be protected using GPG/OpenPGP standards. The “Solana Seeker” app will also come preinstalled on the device. The “Ledger Agent Intent” feature is designed for artificial intelligence software. Such software will be able to propose a financial transaction but will not gain full access to the digital wallet. The device’s owner will still provide the final approval. Through the “OpenClaw” connection, agents on that platform can be registered on the “Atom,” and their actions can be managed with physical confirmation on the device. “Ledger” has developed a special protective covering to guard against the risk of tampering with the device during production and shipping. This covering encloses the secure chip, microcontroller, and programmable FPGA chip. The system detects if that section has been opened or pierced. The device detects when the screen or back cover is removed. Each cover is paired so that it works only with a specific “Atom.” The sensors have their own battery, so they continue to operate even when the device is turned off. It should also be possible to tell if the packaging has previously been opened. Initial sales will be conducted exclusively through the “Ledger” website. It was discovered that covert implants placed in “Ledger” devices could use the eSIM to steal the 24-word recovery phrase displayed on the screen during setup. According to analyses, $102 million was withdrawn from 324 wallets. That is approximately 173.4 million manats. Another estimate puts the loss at $86 million (approximately 146.2 million manats), but the company has not confirmed either figure. Sales have been suspended in Southeast Asia, Hong Kong, and “MediaMarktSaturn” stores in Germany. “Ledger” links the incidents to “CryptoBilis.” Nevertheless, an implant was also reportedly found in a “Nano X” device purchased in Germany. The “Atom” will go on sale in summer 2027. The “Founder’s Edition” version will cost $849 (approximately 1,440 manats). The subsequent standard retail price has been set at $899 (approximately 1,530 manats). The device can now be reserved with a refundable deposit of $100 (170 manats). “Ledger” emphasizes that the “Atom” does not replace a phone and is a security device that works alongside a smartphone.