Seeker – Earlybirds Invest https://earlybirdsinvest.com Latest Crypto News Mon, 04 Aug 2025 22:51:49 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.7 https://i0.wp.com/earlybirdsinvest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/cropped-New-Project-2024-12-17T235703.455.png?fit=32%2C32&ssl=1 Seeker – Earlybirds Invest https://earlybirdsinvest.com 32 32 240146708 Solana begins shipping Seeker mobile device in over 50 countries https://earlybirdsinvest.com/solana-begins-shipping-seeker-mobile-device-in-over-50-countries/ https://earlybirdsinvest.com/solana-begins-shipping-seeker-mobile-device-in-over-50-countries/#respond Mon, 04 Aug 2025 22:51:48 +0000 https://earlybirdsinvest.com/solana-begins-shipping-seeker-mobile-device-in-over-50-countries/

Solana Mobile has started shipping the second generation of its mobile device on Monday, supplying users in over 50 countries.

The Seeker phone, which has amassed over 150,000 pre-orders, will feature upgraded technology, a mobile-native crypto wallet and a decentralized application store that bypasses “cryptophobic censorship” seen in app stores today.

Solana Mobile general manager Emmett Hollyer told Cointelegraph that the Seeker comes with hardware improvements across the board compared to the first-generation Saga. “But what really sets Seeker apart is its onchain features.”

One of the device’s onchain features is the seed vault, according to Hollyer. “The Seed Vault provides hardware-level security that keeps private keys, seed phrases and secrets completely separated from the application layer,” while permitting interaction with apps.

Solana Mobile is targeting both developers and crypto enthusiasts with its new device. Developers will have an alternative app marketplace that eliminates the heavy fees charged by Google and Apple app stores. Crypto enthusiasts are expected to find improvements in mobile experience, whether trading NFTs, playing games or using DeFi applications.

The device, which has been sold at two prices, $450 and $500, is forecast to generate at least $67.5 million in gross revenue for Solana Mobile, a subsidiary of blockchain technology company Solana Labs.

The Solana first-generation mobile device, Saga, sold 20,000 units, and sales lagged for months until memecoins stored on the phone made buying profitable.

Related: Solana smartphone Saga triggers mixed reactions from crypto community

TEEPIN architecture for decentralization and security

With Seeker, Solana Mobile will try to decentralize the economy and incentives on the device. The mechanism for this is a technology called TEEPIN, or the “Trusted Execution Environment Platform Infrastructure Network.”

TEEPIN is a three-layer architecture that decentralizes different aspects of the device, from device access to app distribution. It links hardware, verified software, users and network Guardians to create a decentralized mobile platform.

Traditional mobile devices take a hybrid approach, incorporating some aspects of centralization, such as within app stores or security. Decentralization is a key principle in Web3.

In addition, TEEPIN architecture affords Seeker an extra security feature, according to Hollyer. It “provides security through cryptographic attestation. The device can prove to the network that it’s running legitimate software.”

Related: Solana hoses down ‘inaccurate’ CertiK report on Saga phone security flaws

Apple softens app-store rules

Apple, the technology giant with a market capitalization of $3 trillion, had been at the center of an antitrust controversy where it allegedly impeded developers’ ability to communicate with users and levied commissions on off-app purchases.

The court ruling was reportedly a win for crypto app developers, who, after the ruling, could link to an NFT collection or external payment system without needing to pay an entitlement. The court case was fought between Epic Games and Apple.

Crypto apps have been at the center of rulings from governing bodies worldwide. These centralized app stores can block certain apps depending on rulings, such as when Google Play blocked access to 17 unregistered exchanges in South Korea.

Magazine: Memecoins are ded — But Solana ‘100x better’ despite revenue plunge

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Solana Mobile will begin shipping its next-generation Web3 smartphone, the Solana Seeker, on August 4, 2025. With over 150,000 pre-orders already placed, the Seeker builds on lessons from its predecessor, the Solana Saga, and introduces two major innovations: a decentralized mobile infrastructure called TEEPIN and an integrated ecosystem token SKR.

Positioned as a response to the limitations of centralized app ecosystems, the Seeker is designed to give developers direct access to users and empower those users with greater control over their device and identity—without relying on traditional gatekeepers like Apple or Google.

Key Takeaways

  • Launch Date: Global shipping begins August 4, 2025, with over 150,000 pre-orders.

  • Architecture: TEEPIN enables decentralized app delivery, firmware verification, and system updates.

  • Token Utility: SKR rewards user activity, developer engagement, and hardware support.

  • On-Chain Identity: Seeker ID combines wallet address, Genesis Token, and secure hardware credentials.

  • Market Strategy: Solana Mobile plans to license TEEPIN and SKR to other hardware manufacturers.

Solana’s Vision: A Challenge to Apple and Google

According to a co-founder of Solana Labs, Anatoly Yakovenko, the Seeker is not just a device—it’s an attempt to build a top-tier mobile ecosystem that can rival tech giants like Google and Apple:

“The goal of Seeker is to build a top tier mobile ecosystem that can compete with Google and Apple. Crypto is the wedge to do it. TEEPIN is the implementation. Chance of failure – nearly certain, opportunity – enormous.”

He likens the strategy to cloning an iPhone in every way except for the root certificate, which is the key to Apple’s walled garden:

“Apple’s network effects and business models are enforced not with a pen or the sword, but with cryptography and the TEE hardware on device.”

In the Seeker ecosystem:

  • All hardware features TEEs (Trusted Execution Environments) that only boot verified OS images.

  • A DAO on Solana manages the root certificate, determining policies and economic models.

  • The DAO can enforce rules for app deployment, device access, and revenue distribution directly from the blockchain.

This model offers the possibility of decentralizing one of Apple’s most powerful strategic levers—its hardware-software trust system.

Source: Solana Seeker

Transforming Mobile OS: How TEEPIN Works

The Seeker’s foundation is TEEPIN (Trusted Execution Environment Platform Infrastructure Network), a decentralized three-layer system that replaces conventional app store models with direct developer-to-user app delivery.

  • Hardware Layer: Uses cryptographic proofs to ensure system integrity—think of it as a built-in lie detector for your phone’s core software.

  • Platform Layer: Employs an on-chain registry to validate OS versions and distribute updates.

  • Network Layer: Maintains a decentralized audit trail for firmware and software changes, increasing transparency and trust.

By eliminating centralized app stores, TEEPIN grants users more control while enabling developers to reach audiences without intermediary restrictions.

SKR Token and Seeker ID: Bridging Blockchain with Hardware

SKR, the Seeker’s native token, drives incentives across the Solana Mobile ecosystem. Users earn SKR by engaging with dApps in verifiable ways. Developers are rewarded based on usage metrics and retain full revenue from their software. Hardware manufacturers also receive SKR for supporting TEEPIN-compatible devices.

Token Distribution Model: SKR is allocated through a tiered reward structure that promotes user engagement, developer growth, and hardware adoption. Further tokenomics, such as total supply and emission schedules, are expected to be released at launch.

To manage identity, each device features a Seeker ID, which links a user’s wallet address, a Genesis Token (embedded in the hardware), and other credentials. These are stored securely via Seed Vault—a tamper-resistant hardware module that safeguards private keys and device integrity.

Hardware Specs, Pricing, and Availability

The Solana Seeker blends Web3 features with competitive hardware and a global rollout strategy. Key specs include:

  • Processor: MediaTek Dimensity 7300

  • Memory: 8GB RAM

  • Storage: 128GB

  • Display: 6.36-inch AMOLED, 120Hz

  • Battery: 4500mAh, wireless charging

  • Connectivity: 5G-ready

It comes preloaded with Solana dApp Store 2.0, featuring exclusive apps across DeFi, AI, NFTs, and more.

Pricing began at $450 for early Founders and $500 for Early Adopters, with the latter tier still open. Shipping is free worldwide (taxes vary), and Solana Mobile plans to license its platform to other manufacturers.

Competitive Landscape: Seeker vs. Other Web3 Phones

The Seeker enters a growing market of blockchain-enabled smartphones:

  • Solana Saga: The first-gen model with a dApp store and seed vault. Gained momentum through token airdrops.

  • HTC Desire 22 Pro: Includes crypto wallets and NFT access, but lacks deeper system decentralization.

  • JamboPhone: Prioritizes accessibility in emerging markets over performance.

Solana Seeker stands out by decentralizing OS updates and app deployment—a foundational change rather than a surface-level feature addition.

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