Solana’s New Seeker Phone Already Hits Huge Demand with a Lower Price

Published: Sep 19, 2024
Written By:
Sebastian Gamez
Sebastian Gamez
Milk Road Writer

Solana’s Seeker smartphone, priced at less than half of its predecessor, has already secured 140,000 pre-orders ahead of its 2025 release.

Key points:

  • Big savings: The Solana Seeker costs less than half of the previous model.
  • Pre-order frenzy: 140,000 customers have already pre-ordered the phone.
  • Upgraded features: Brighter display, longer battery, and better cameras.
  • Smaller and lighter: Designed as a secondary device, ideal for crypto users.
  • Developer interest: Strong ecosystem support, with dapps planned for launch.

Solana Seeker: More for Less, and Already a Hit

Solana is making waves again in the smartphone world with its upcoming Seeker phone. Following up on the Saga, which gained popularity after a series of airdrop rewards, the Seeker has already attracted over 140,000 pre-orders ahead of its mid-2025 release.

Solana priced the Seeker at $450, which is less than half the Saga’s original cost, while offering more advanced features.

The Seeker boasts significant upgrades, including a brighter flagship display, longer battery life, and improved cameras.

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Solana designed it to be smaller and lighter, catering to users who may want a secondary device dedicated to decentralized applications and token mining.

Solana Mobile’s General Manager, Emmett Hollyer, emphasized that the lower price aims to make the device more accessible while fostering growth within the crypto ecosystem.

The phone will feature a custom wallet developed with Solflare and continue integrating Solana’s Seed Vault for secure crypto storage.

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Developers have shown significant interest in the Seeker, preparing decentralized apps (dapps) for its launch.

Additionally, each Seeker phone will come with a soulbound NFT, which could offer exclusive rewards and experiences, further enhancing its appeal to Solana enthusiasts​.

Sebastian Gamez

Sebastian has been immersed in the crypto space since 2021, specializing in research and building a deep understanding of blockchain technologies. His expertise includes exploring innovative trends and sharing insights through content creation, all driven by his passion for how crypto can reshape industries and unlock new possibilities for the future.

Sebastian Gamez
Sebastian Gamez
Milk Road Writer
Sebastian has been immersed in the crypto space since 2021, specializing in research and building a deep understanding of blockchain technologies. His expertise includes exploring innovative trends and sharing insights through content creation, all driven by his passion for how crypto can reshape industries and unlock new possibilities for the future.