Following the announcement of Solana‘s new cryptocurrency-enabled smartphone, the Solana Mobile Chapter 2, the tech community has witnessed a surge in consumer interest. Within a mere three weeks, over 60,000 individuals have pre-ordered the next-gen device. The new model, which is part of the Solana Mobile Saga series, offers enhanced features and affordability, attracting a diverse crowd of tech enthusiasts and crypto users. Solana’s spokesperson has highlighted this rapid increase in pre-orders as an indicator of the growing excitement around the brand’s commitment to integrating crypto functionality into mobile devices.
Growth in Consumer Engagement
Anatoly Yakovenko, co-founder and CEO of Solana Labs, shared his enthusiasm for the overwhelming response to their latest product. Solana’s strategy to lower the entry barrier for crypto-compatible hardware appears to be paying off, with the new smartphone priced at a competitive $450, significantly less than its predecessor. The original Saga model launched at a steep $1,000 but saw a price cut to $599 before sales concluded in the US on December 15, 2023. Despite the price reduction, the anticipation for Chapter 2 remains high, with the release date set for 2025.
Engaging the Solana Community
To further engage their customer base, Solana Mobile has initiated a referral scoreboard leading up to the launch of Chapter 2. The top 1,500 referrers are set to receive exclusive non-transferable Element NFTs and various incentives from other entities within the Solana ecosystem, such as Mad Lads and Jupiter, among others. The first leaderboard snapshot was taken on February 6th, and subsequent snapshots will grant pre-order tokens to participants.
The integrated airdrop campaigns and rewards offered by Solana and its ecosystem partners have become a significant draw for Web3 enthusiasts. By linking airdrop eligibility to the purchase of SOL and other activities within the Solana network, the company is fostering a robust and active community. These efforts are seen as pivotal steps in the proliferation of Web3 technology and user engagement within the crypto space.
