The OSOM OV1, a safety-first Android handset expected to be released later this year is now a blockchain-focused handset called Saga.
You might remember earlier this year when we told you about the OSOM OV1 smartphone. Created by some of the same crew that developed the Essential Phone, the OSOM OV1that would come with a switch to prevent the transfer of data from the phone when plugged into a public charging port.
The OSOM OV1 was expected to be equipped with high-end specs including Qualcomm's top-of-the-line Applications Processor , the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. The device was also reportedly going to support Ultra Wideband which is used by Apple, Samsung, and Google. Apple and Samsung use it to help users pinpoint lost items with incredible accuracy. Google will use it on the Pixel to offer users the ability to unlock their cars using their Pixel handsets.
NFT ownership is kept track of using the blockchain which is a hack-proof digital ledger used to keep track of NFTs and cryptocurrency ownership. The Saga will carry a 6.67-inch OLED display and will be equipped with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chipset under the hood. It will feature 12GB of memory and 512GB of storage. It is unclear whether the device will support 5G, carry a huge battery, or feature a double or triple camera array. The device will be released early next year with a price tag of around $1,000 and it will be sold in the U.S., Canada, U.K., and Europe.for a refundable $100.