APhone's goal is to make Web3 mobile more accessible and affordable, especially for users in emerging markets.
The APhone's launch comes about three months after Solana Mobile revealed plans to release a second Saga phone focused on cryptocurrencies.
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Posted on March 7, 2024 at 8:00 AM ET.
APhone, a cloud-based smartphone application, announced Thursday morning its mainnet deployment on Layer 1 blockchain network Solana. The goal of this app is to make Web3 mobile content and apps more affordable and accessible, especially for users in emerging markets.
According to a press release shared with Unchained, APhone is a virtual mobile phone application that leverages the distributed cloud infrastructure of cloud computing platform Aethir.
APhone comes pre-installed with various blockchain applications, including NFT marketplace Magic Eden, cryptocurrency exchange OKX, and social network Warpcast. “APhone aims to provide cloud-based GPU computing to ensure better reach, stability, and accessibility. [to Web3] across the region, particularly in emerging markets,” the press release states.
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The announcement comes nearly three months after Solana Mobile revealed plans to release a second cryptocurrency-focused phone following the success of its first cryptocurrency-integrated Android smartphone, Saga. Masu.
“We are excited to launch with Solana and help challenge the duopoly of Google Play and Apple’s App Store while promoting crypto self-custody and open platforms,” said Polygon. said Jennifer Booze, former global head of business development and current head of the company. APhone ecosystem development and growth.
