APhone is expanding its influence among Solana mobile users, aiming to promote wider adoption and connectivity of Web3. APhone will first airdrop 20,000 one-year access passes to Solana Saga users, followed by offering customized cloud phones to users who pre-order Solana Mobile Chapter 2 devices.
In response to the huge demand for the upcoming Chapter 2 smartphone, which has already received 100,000 pre-orders in less than a month, APhone announced a plan within the Solana Mobile ecosystem today. This will enable Solana Saga users to activate APhone’s decentralized cloud smartphone through their devices.
APhone’s cloud smartphones come with their own Web3 app store, bypassing traditional hardware limitations using Aethir’s DeCloud technology. This allows users to directly access over 500 Web3 applications, games, and DeFi protocols on the Solana blockchain through their existing devices’ browsers.
For users waiting for the new Solana smartphone, this feature is crucial as they seek the ability to buy, sell, and use cryptocurrencies. Although the Chapter 2 smartphone will bring new native Solana features, it is not expected to be delivered until early 2025. Initially, APhone will airdrop 20,000 Access Pass NFTs to Solana Saga users, providing unparalleled processing power without consuming device resources. Shortly after, APhone will airdrop customized Solana phones to users on the Saga Chapter 2 waiting list.
This plan not only meets users’ immediate needs but also enhances Solana Mobile’s position in the market by providing an ecosystem free from traditional app store restrictions without waiting for physical devices.
William Peckham, APhone’s Chief Commercial Officer, stated, “Our goal is to make advanced Web3 features accessible to everyone at all times, without hardware restrictions. Currently, major app stores are becoming a bottleneck for widespread Web3 adoption. We are committed to bringing global blockchain technology usage to users across all industries.”
APhone is committed to providing a cost-effective Web3 gateway, giving users a high degree of sovereignty over their data, surpassing the closed environments of traditional mobile brands. This is especially crucial in emerging markets and economies, where individuals often have limited purchasing power.
Supported by Aethir’s decentralized cloud technology, APhone’s user data is distributed in a global network, eliminating single points of failure, enhancing security, and protecting privacy risks. In addition, Aethir provides real-time services, supporting various applications including cloud gaming.
APhone currently utilizes Qualcomm 865 and RK3588 series CPUs, which support 8K video decoders and have many powerful embedded hardware engines, providing optimized performance for high-end applications. APhone’s GPU is currently in shared mode, meaning a single APhone instance can utilize the GPU power of Qualcomm 865 (15 TOPS), 8550 (48 TOPS), or the entire RK3588.
The upcoming Chapter 2 phone, expected to be released in 2025, has been improved with a price of $450, enhanced features such as Seed Vault and decentralized app store, and a wider distribution channel, aiming to meet the growing demand of cryptocurrency users. Solana Mobile has adjusted its strategy to build a strong user base, not only supporting its profitability but also promoting the continuous development of its ecosystem.