Solana Mobile is gearing up for the launch of its next smartphone, set to be the successor to the Saga model, as shared by an insider familiar with the company’s plans.
The upcoming device will retain the core features of Saga, including an integrated crypto wallet, tailored Android software, and a “dApp store” for crypto applications. However, the new phone is expected to come with a more affordable price tag and distinct hardware compared to its predecessor.
Saga, initially priced at $1000, faced challenges in sales, leading to subsequent price reductions. The impending release aims to meet demand and counter the surging secondary market for Saga phones, with factory-sealed devices fetching bids as high as $3,200 on platforms like eBay.
The unexpected success of Saga was fueled by the realization that it included a $BONK token allocation, surpassing the device’s initial cost. The Saga phones continued to generate value for owners through airdrops of tokens and NFTs, fostering a robust community and encouraging Solana developers to explore mobile app development.
As Solana Mobile prepares for the new phone launch, it marks a strategic move to capitalize on the momentum gained from Saga’s popularity in the crypto community. Solana Mobile has not provided an official comment on the matter as of now.
