Hakeem Anwar Built a Phone So Private It Might Make Google Nervous

Ever felt like your phone knows way too much about you? You're not alone—and Hakeem Anwar is doing something bold about it. On this episode of The Healthier Tech Podcast, meet Hakeem Anwar, a former software engineer who said goodbye to Silicon Valley to create Above Phone, a groundbreaking device designed to put your privacy and well-being back into your hands. Dive into a conversation that exposes how mainstream phones silently track every tap, swipe, and step—and discover the revolutionary alternatives available right now. Highlights you'll love: The shocking reality of what mainstream smartphones collect about you (and why you should care). How Above Phone empowers users to reclaim digital independence without sacrificing convenience. Why privacy isn't just for "tech geeks" anymore—it's crucial for mental, emotional, and even physical health. Hakeem's insights into escaping digital surveillance and why everyone should reconsider their relationship with technology. Simple steps anyone can take right now to live a digitally healthier life. Ready to stop feeling like your phone is watching your every move? Hit play, subscribe, and join the conversation on reclaiming your digital freedom. Connect With Hakeem: Website: abovephone.com Educational Hub: takebackourtech.org Socials: @takebackourtech Connect with R Blank: For more Healthier Tech Podcast episodes, and to download our Healthier Tech Quick Start Guide, visit https://HealthierTech.co and follow https://instagram.com/healthiertech  Additional Links: EMF Superstore: https://ShieldYourBody.com (save 15% with code "pod") Digital Wellbeing with a Human Soul: https://Bagby.co (save 15% with code "pod") Youtube: https://youtube.com/shieldyourbody Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bagbybrand/  Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bagby.co Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shieldyourbody