Solana's Seeker Smartphone Now Shipping Worldwide

Solana Mobile has begun shipping its Seeker crypto smartphone to customers in over 50 countries, with tens of thousands of units dispatched as of August 4. The Seeker is a follow-up to last year’s Saga device, offering an Android-based platform equipped with unique blockchain functionalities. Key features include the Seed Vault for hardware security, an integrated Solana dApp Store, and an on-chain Genesis Token, which provides holders with early access to new applications and SKR token rewards. The Solana dApp Store boasts over 100 applications, including DEX aggregators like ShapeShift, alongside tools for payments, DeFi, and gaming. There are plans for further integration of AI and DePIN services. Each Seeker smartphone generates a soulbound Genesis Token and potential SKR rewards, reminiscent of the Saga’s successful “Chapter 2” airdrop that boosted demand for its predecessor. Originally announced in May, Seeker’s launch aligns with Solana’s broader mobile strategy, now advised by Nikita Bier, former head of product at X. The Seeker, priced initially at $1000, has seen a price reduction to $599 due to slower sales, complemented by a successful BONK memecoin airdrop that increased consumer interest. Unlike earlier attempts in the crypto smartphone market, such as the HTC Exodus 1 and Sirin Labs’ Finney, Solana’s Seeker stands out with its comprehensive integration of crypto features aimed at mainstream users. Disclaimer: The Block is an independent media organization providing news, analysis, and data. As of November 2023, Foresight Ventures is a major investor, supporting other crypto endeavors, including Bitget. The Block operates independently in delivering objective and informative updates about the crypto industry.