The Success of the Ethereum Smartphone
The pre-sale of the Ethereum-based smartphone was a huge success, with all 50 devices selling out within 24 hours. The smartphone is based on the Google Pixel 7a and features an open-source operating system called ethOS.
Key Points:
- The Ethereum smartphone is based on the Google Pixel 7a and runs on the ethOS operating system.
- It is distinguished by its built-in Ethereum light client, making it a “light node” on the Ethereum network.
- The device has tools for handling payments, sending messages, and supports Ethereum Name Services and Layer 2 scaling networks.
- Interested buyers had to purchase an ethOS NFT to qualify for purchasing the Ethereum smartphone.
- Only 50 devices were available during the pre-order, and the NFTs are being sold on OpenSea for a significant markup compared to the regular Google Pixel 7a.
Competition in the Mobile Web3 Space
While the Ethereum smartphone saw great success, the Solana smartphone had a less successful start, with only over 2,000 units sold since release. To boost sales, Solana Labs reduced the price of their crypto phone from $1,000 to $599.
Hot Take: The success of the Ethereum smartphone highlights the growing demand for Web3 devices, but competition in the space remains fierce with other projects, like Solana, trying to gain traction.
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