Nearly half of US adult smartphone owners fall victim to cyberthieves each year – but the notorious founder of the world's largest security technology firm believes he has a solution.

John McAfee has unveiled plans to develop what he calls 'the world's first truly private smartphone', which is said to be 'hack-proof'.

Boasting a $1,100 price tag, the 'John McAfee Privacy Phone' will be equipped with switches that enable users to manually disconnect certain components such as the antennas for Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and geolocation.

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McAfee plans to release the phone later this year through MGT, reported Anthony Cuthbertson with Newsweek, who conducted an exclusive interview with the computer expert and businessman. 

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