Solana News Today: Solana Mobile Ships 250,000 Seeker Web3 Phones Globally

Solana Mobile has officially begun shipping its second-generation Web3 smartphone, the Seeker, to over 50 countries, marking a major step in its mission to integrate blockchain technology into mainstream mobile devices. The company announced the rollout on August 4, 2025, via X, revealing that tens of thousands of units are already in transit to users across the globe. This follows a significant wave of pre-orders—exceeding 150,000—indicating strong interest in the crypto-native smartphone [1].

The Seeker is designed to serve both developers and cryptocurrency power users, offering deep integration with the Solana blockchain. The device supports more than 2,500 decentralized apps right out of the box through the Solana dApp Store 2.0. Key features include a self-custodial hardware wallet built with Solflare, a Seed Vault for secure private key storage, and a Genesis NFT that grants access to airdrops and exclusive content. The phone also includes a TEEPIN architecture that decentralizes device-level security and app distribution, aiming to bypass the limitations of traditional mobile platforms [1].

The Seeker’s price range of $450 to $500 is expected to generate at least $67.5 million in gross revenue for Solana Mobile, based on the high volume of pre-orders. The phone builds on the lessons learned from its predecessor, the Saga, which initially faced slow sales but gained traction through token airdrops. Analysts suggest that the Seeker benefits from a stronger initial position, driven by its more web3-forward design and the promise of native incentives [1].

As a platform for developers disillusioned with the high app store fees of Google and Apple, the Seeker offers an alternative with its Android-based operating system, which supports distribution through APKs and progressive web apps. The timing of the release is also strategic, as Solana’s DeFi ecosystem continues to grow, with over $9.8 billion in total value locked. The resurgence of interest in memecoins like BONK has further fueled demand for Web3 devices that can participate in airdrops and token incentives [1].

Looking ahead, Solana Mobile plans to introduce SKR, a native token for the Seeker ecosystem. SKR will incentivize developers and users by rewarding them for creating dApps and engaging with the platform. It will also play a role in decentralized governance and facilitate transactions within the ecosystem. While the full tokenomics remain undisclosed, the token is expected to form a foundational economic layer that supports the long-term growth of the platform [1].

The global shipment of the Seeker represents more than just a product launch—it is a strategic push toward broader adoption of Web3 technologies. By embedding blockchain capabilities into hardware, Solana Mobile is positioning itself as a pioneer in a new category of mobile devices that could redefine how users interact with digital services. The success of this initiative will depend on the development of a robust dApp ecosystem, sustained user engagement, and the adoption of SKR as a functional utility token [1].

Source: [1] Solana Mobile Launches Seeker to Redefine the Smartphone Experience (https://www.ainvest.com/news/solana-news-today-solana-mobile-ships-seeker-web3-phone-skr-token-integration-2508/)