Solana announced its new smartphone, Seeker, which has made waves in the technology world. This new model follows the company’s previously released Saga model and stands out with its price-performance ratio. Seeker, with features integrated with Solana’s blockchain technology, will not only provide users with a phone experience but will also serve as a platform for various cryptocurrencies and digital finance applications.
Solana’s New Smartphone Seeker Hits the Market
1/ We’ve been deep in build mode for months, and we’re excited to show you what we've been working on.
— Seeker | Solana Mobile (@solanamobile) September 19, 2024
Introducing the next chapter of Solana Mobile: the Solana Seeker 🧵👇 pic.twitter.com/2UW3Wqhymw
According to Solana’s CEO Emmett Hollyer, the Seeker model will be offered for sale priced between $450 and $500, and will initially reach 140,000 users through pre-orders. Hollyer stated that although this phone is not based on memecoins, it is equipped with attractive features such as crypto rewards. Additionally, it will provide users with a broad usage area for DeFi payments, gaming, and other blockchain-based applications.
The new Seeker model will have a better screen, improved cameras, and a better processor compared to the previous model, Saga. However, Solana has not yet disclosed detailed specifications of this new device. While the phone does not aim to compete with giants like Apple or Samsung, it is anticipated to fill an important niche in the cryptocurrency world. The total value of crypto rewards provided with the phone is estimated to be around $265.
Solana’s move represents a significant example of the integration of blockchain technology into everyday tech products and is successfully generating substantial interest among cryptocurrency users. By drawing lessons from the experiences with the Solana Saga model, Seeker aims to offer users a broader usage area and higher value.