In today’s world, although cryptocurrencies are advancing, many people still rely on fiat currencies. The question now is: what kind of high-performance mobile phone will keep your digital money safe? Keep reading to find out if Solana has the answer to this. On the Tucker Carlson show, Jannik Schrade, CEO of the privacy project Arcium, highlighted the Saga phone and showed why blockchain wallets need hardware-level security.
"Solana has their own phone because you literally store your money on there now. Your money is digital, on a blockchain. A competitive market is emerging for who's building the most secure phone" – @yrschrade talking privacy on the @TuckerCarlson show pic.twitter.com/obKiIGqhs5
— Solana (@solana) February 14, 2026
“Solana has her own cell phone, because that’s where she literally stores her money. Your money is digitized on the blockchain.” Schrade said. “A competitive market is emerging over who builds the most secure cell phone.”
Why you need a phone like Solana Saga for your crypto
Solana launched Saga in 2023 and Seeker in 2024. The new model is less flashy, but instead more practical. Keep your private keys on-device using a hardware seed vault and fingerprint access. Users can approve on-chain transactions with a quick double-tap. Standard Android runs smoothly and web3 dApps connect instantly.
The phone itself is lighter, brighter, and faster than the original Saga. Battery life and camera performance have been improved, making it easier to use in daily life. SKR token rewards and open ecosystem provide additional benefits to early adopters.
Why mobile privacy matters
As more wealth flows on-chain, phone security is now no longer an option. Regular smartphones are not designed to handle private keys. In 2023, the US FTC recorded more than 2.6 million identity theft complaints, with billions added due to cryptocurrency losses. If your phone is also used as a wallet, the security level needs to be top notch.
Solana’s feature on Carlson brought this discussion to a mainstream audience. It shows the phone in action and highlights practical security features. This clip proves that blockchain devices are more than just a niche gadget, they are a tool for securing real-world cryptocurrencies.
What are the critics saying about Solana?
But not everyone is convinced. Early reviews of Saga criticized its weight, specifications, and dApp limitations. Some Seeker users are still reporting minor performance issues. Meanwhile, security updates for older devices will end in 2025, leaving legacy users at risk.
Despite this, pre-orders are still selling out quickly, and many users appreciate its focus on privacy and convenience. So it looks like Solana Mobile has learned from early feedback and improved usability without sacrificing security.
Would you trust cryptocurrencies on a phone like this, or stick with an old-fashioned wallet? This choice could shape the future of digital money.
