Record Pre-Orders for Solana Mobile Phones
About 30,000 units of the new Solana Mobile edition have been pre-ordered within 48 hours, marking a significant milestone for the blockchain firm. The goal is to make Web3.0 solutions accessible globally. The new phone will have similar features as the Solana Saga but at a lower price and with hardware improvements. It will include an integrated crypto wallet, customized Android software, and a “dApp store” for crypto applications.
Surge in Demand for Saga
When Saga was first launched, it had a price tag of $1,000, but sales stagnated over time. However, when it was announced that purchasing the phone would come with a BONK token giveaway, demand skyrocketed and the phone sold out in the United States. This led to sellers on eBay increasing the price to over $3,000.
New Saga Version to Address Limitations
The launch of the new Solana Mobile edition aims to cater to the growing demand for an affordable device and address the flaws identified by tech reviewer Marques Brownlee (MKBHD). The previous version of Solana Mobile was ranked as the “Worst New Phone of 2023.” The blockchain firm hopes that Solana Mobile 2.0 will change this narrative and drive significant change in the Solana ecosystem.
Hot Take: Solana Mobile Gears Up for Launch
Solana Mobile is gearing up to launch its new smartphone after Saga, and the number of pre-orders made in a short amount of time is commendable. With 30,000 units already paid for on pre-order within 48 hours, Solana Mobile is moving closer to its goal of making Web3.0 solutions accessible worldwide. The new phone will have similar features to the Solana Saga, but at a lower price and with noticeable hardware improvements. Stay tuned for more updates on the launch and any potential incentives or bonuses for owning a Solana Mobile.