Solana has introduced the new Seeker smartphone, priced between $450 and $500. The device promises a range of new features and improvements over its predecessor, the Saga.
The New Seeker Smartphone
Solana announced its new Seeker smartphone at the TOKEN2049 event in Singapore. Priced between $450 and $500 for pre-orders, the device is described by Solana Labs General Manager Emmett Hollyer as a 'rewards magnet.' However, he emphasized that Seeker will not be limited to memecoins.
Improvements and Features
The Seeker will feature upgraded hardware, including a higher-quality screen, improved cameras, and a longer-lasting battery. The device will support a wide range of use cases, from memecoins to DeFi, payments, and gaming. One of the standout features of the Seeker is its open dApp Store, which enables developers to launch new applications while bypassing restrictive policies from Apple and Google. Hollyer highlighted that the phone will be 'lighter, brighter, and better,' but Solana is not aiming to compete with major manufacturers like Apple and Samsung.
Future and Prospects
Although the initial token rewards airdropped to Seeker users are around $265, far lower than the $1,350 for Saga users, Hollyer argued that the device’s value lies in its potential to host new crypto experiences. Specifically, the Seeker will support applications related to the Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Network (DePIN), such as Helium. With its zero-fee app store and crypto-friendly innovations, Seeker is expected to unlock new possibilities for developers and users, becoming a significant addition to Solana's ecosystem.
With the launch of the new Seeker smartphone, Solana continues to advance its technology and create new opportunities for users and developers. The device, with its enhanced features and revolutionary dApp Store, sets new horizons for mobile crypto solutions.
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