Solana Saga 2 Reaches 100,000 Pre-Orders!🔥48hrs Left!!🚨

Salana Saga Hits 100,000 Orders

The transcript discusses the achievement of Salana Saga hitting 100,000 phone orders and its significance in the web3 ecosystem.

Salana Saga Phone and Self-Custody Journey

• Tangem self-custody is recommended for those interested in self custody.

• To start your own self-custody journey, visit tangem.com and get your tokens off exchanges.

• Using the Tangem wallet is a secure way to store your tokens.

• The founder window for pre-ordering the Salana Saga phone at a discounted price will close in 48 hours.

Significance of Salana Saga Hitting 100,000 Orders

• Salana hitting this milestone within 30 days is a significant achievement.

• It marks the beginning of something special in web3.

• The transcript suggests that it will have an impact on future strategies and opportunities.

Special Offers and Opportunities with Saga Phone

This section discusses some interesting ideas around how owning a Saga phone can provide unique benefits and opportunities.

Airdrops and Special Offers

• Users who purchase the Saga phone through specific links may receive special offers like free access to Diamond Circle or other benefits.

• These offers can be valuable assets for users.

Marques Brownlee's Perspective on Saga Phone

Marques Brownlee's perspective on the resale value of the Saga phone and its overall quality is discussed in this section.

Marques Brownlee's Opinion

• Marques Brownlee acknowledges that there are people on Twitter discussing the high resale prices of the phone due to its limited edition NFTs.

• He mentions that owning a Saga phone does not necessarily make it a good phone in terms of its features and performance.

Benefits of Saga Phone and Web3 Capabilities

This section highlights the benefits of owning a Saga phone and its potential to outperform traditional phones in the future.

Benefits of Saga Phone

• The transcript disagrees with Marques Brownlee's opinion, stating that any phone offering rewards and benefits like airdrops is considered a good phone.

• The ecosystem being built around Salana will change marketing strategies and how brands reward customers.

• Real-world assets, such as airdropped NFTs, will be integrated into the Saga phone experience.

• The deepened infrastructure of web3 capable phones can provide earning opportunities beyond traditional phones.

Future Potential of Saga Phone

This section discusses the potential for Saga phones to offer unique opportunities and benefits in various industries.

Potential Opportunities

• The deepened infrastructure of Saga phones can maximize earnings potential for individuals in the gig economy or those constantly on the move.

• Owning a low-end web3 capable phone like Helium can serve as a gateway to earning rewards and eventually transferring them to a Saga phone.

• These benefits are expected to expand beyond traditional phone holders.

Flawless but Interesting: Apple's VR Headset

The transcript discusses Apple's new VR headset, highlighting its wider field of view compared to the Quest 3. It also explores the potential future implications of this product and the assumptions made about its future generations.

Apple's VR Headset

• The Apple VR headset is not fundamentally new but is interesting due to its flawless performance and wider field of view compared to the Quest 3.

• First-generation products like this imply future iterations and goals for development over the next 10 years.

• While still a narrow market, the Apple VR headset offers more use cases than before, despite being expensive.

• The current limitations and costs associated with the Apple VR headset may change with the introduction of alternative app stores and web 3 phones.

Apple's Business Model Challenges

This section focuses on how Apple's business model poses challenges for developers and app creators, particularly in terms of compliance with fees, reviews, and restrictions.

Compliance Challenges

• Developers face significant financial burdens due to fees imposed by Apple for viral apps on their App Store.

• Even with alternative app stores, developers are still subject to these fees from Apple.

• Third-party app reviews are not supported by Apple, as all iPhone apps must go through their review process regardless of distribution on other platforms.

• Additional costs include transaction percentages, developer payments, credit line requirements, and limited flexibility in marketing strategies.

Predatory Business Practices

This section highlights predatory business practices employed by Apple that impact developers' profitability and user experience, such as access to books, external website warnings, and privacy concerns.

Predatory Practices

• Apple requires developers to provide monthly accounting of app purchases and access to their financial records.

• Developers are subjected to scrutiny regarding payment sources and warned about external websites' privacy and security risks.

• These practices are considered predatory and may lead to a shift towards web 3 phones and alternative platforms.

Opportunities for Developers

This section discusses the potential opportunities for developers in the emerging market of web 3 phones, particularly with the Salana mobile team's efforts and the Saga project.

Opportunities for Developers

• The Salana mobile team encourages developers to build mobile-first consumer applications, offering a track dedicated to this at an upcoming hackathon.

• With a growing ecosystem, developers can establish sustainable businesses on web 3 platforms like Saga, potentially attracting them away from established ecosystems like Apple and Android.

• The rapid growth of dApps presents significant opportunities for developers in various sectors, including games.

Payment Challenges: Visa

This section explores the challenges faced by businesses when it comes to payment processing fees imposed by credit card companies like Visa.

Payment Challenges

• Businesses incur various fees when accepting credit card payments, leading some establishments to prefer cash transactions.

• Additional charges may be added for credit card payments due to processing system fees and interchange fees imposed by credit card networks.

Understanding Merchant Fees and Rewards

This section discusses the role of fees in funding credit card rewards and how merchants are impacted by interchange fees set by Visa and MasterCard.

Merchant Fees and Credit Card Rewards

• Merchants pay interchange fees to banks and credit card issuers, which help fund the rewards that consumers receive when using their credit cards. These fees were around 55 billion last year.

• Merchants cannot choose to accept only certain credit cards with lower fees; they must accept all cards from a particular network.

• Reward systems, similar to what Marquez mentioned, are widely accepted in society as they provide value to both consumers and merchants.

The Future of Payment Systems

• Web 3.0 will likely see a significant shift in payment systems, with merchant fees becoming a crucial factor.

• Visa is already moving towards loyalty programming, indicating a potential direction for other payment networks.

• With increased adoption of platforms like Solana Pay, merchants may start accepting cryptocurrencies or stablecoins like USDC alongside cash payments.

The Growth Potential of Web 3.0 Payments

This section explores the growth potential of web 3.0 payments, highlighting the increasing number of mobile subscribers and unique payments on platforms like Solana Pay.

Mobile Subscribers and Unique Payments

• The number of mobile subscribers on platforms like Helium is growing rapidly.

• Solana Pay's unique payments feature shows promising growth trends.

• Retail may take two to three years before witnessing a significant transition in merchant payment systems towards web 3.0.

Opportunities within the Solana Ecosystem

This section discusses potential opportunities within the Solana ecosystem, including Hive Mapper's upcoming event and the potential benefits for Uber and Lyft drivers.

Hive Mapper and Potential Benefits for Drivers

• Hive Mapper, a mapping ecosystem based on Solana, has an upcoming event that could involve partnerships or new features in their mobile app.

• The integration of Hive Mapper with platforms like Solana Saga could provide additional benefits to Uber and Lyft drivers, such as airdrop rewards and enhanced mapping capabilities.

Ride Share Challenges and Strategies

This section addresses the challenges faced by ride-share companies like Uber and Lyft, as well as strategies discussed by Chris and Marquez to maximize earnings.

Challenges Faced by Ride-Share Companies

• Ride-share drivers are becoming increasingly dissatisfied with companies like Uber and Lyft.

• Some drivers plan to turn off their apps in protest on Valentine's Day, potentially leading to increased demand for traditional taxis.

Maximizing Earnings Strategies

• Chris suggests a strategy of declining rides instead of turning off the app completely. This can lead to higher surge pricing without frustrating riders who see available cars but cannot get a ride.

• The implementation of web 3.0 payment systems, such as Solana Saga, could offer additional benefits to gig workers through airdrops and rewards tied to various ecosystems.

Future Potential of Web 3.0 Payments

This section highlights the potential future growth of web 3.0 payments by showcasing the current value of airdrops within the Saga version one chapter one ecosystem.

Current Value of Airdrops

• The current value of airdrops within the Saga version one chapter one ecosystem demonstrates the potential for future growth.

• Loyalty club members may find natural alignment with brands utilizing web 3.0 payment systems like Solana Saga.

The Future of Mobile Business

In this section, the speaker discusses the potential of mobile business and its ability to provide personalized value to customers on a one-to-one basis.

• Mobile business is the future direction where businesses can connect with customers on a personal level and deliver real value.

• The speaker mentions that they have a Google Play Store app, but users of that app won't qualify for a specific campaign.

Saga Daps and Benefits

This section focuses on the Saga Daps process and highlights some benefits associated with it.

• The speaker explains that Saga Daps are linked to the Genesis token, emphasizing the importance of obtaining the actual device.

• There is a comparison between Saga Daps and other processes, highlighting some advantages gained through Saga Daps.

Time-Sensitive Opportunity

The speaker emphasizes the urgency of taking advantage of an opportunity within 48 hours.

• It is mentioned that there are only 48 hours left to acquire one of these devices.

• A leaderboard is mentioned, with their channel currently holding the number two position. They encourage viewers to support them by using their link.

Motivation Behind Supporting Salana

The speaker addresses criticism received for discussing Salana frequently and clarifies their motivations for supporting it.

• Despite not being sponsored or receiving any benefits from Salana or the Saga phone, they express their genuine interest in web 3 technology and what it offers.

• Viewers are encouraged to use their referral link and help them climb up the leaderboard.

Additional Opportunities

This section briefly mentions additional opportunities related to the Genesis token and an NFT leaderboard.

• The speaker mentions the Genesis chapter 2 token as a significant opportunity.

• There is also an additional leaderboard NFT that can be obtained, highlighting the potential for everyone to become a referrer.

Potential Support from Marquez Brownley

The speaker speculates on the potential support from Marquez Brownley and his understanding of loyalty and technology.

• The speaker suggests that Marquez Brownley may eventually recognize the significance of mobile computing and its impact on loyalty.

• They express hope that he will consider supporting this movement.