I have been closely following what’s happening in the TON ecosystem lately, and honestly, there are quite a few interesting developments. Recently, at the Hong Kong Web3 Carnival, Oyster Labs announced something quite ambitious: a TON phone specifically designed for the TON ecosystem, called the Universal Basic Smartphone.

The concept behind this project really caught my attention. The team raises a valid point: nearly half of the world’s population still doesn’t have access to smartphones, excluding them from digital opportunities. Their vision is to democratize this access through blockchain. What sets this TON phone apart from traditional devices is their approach to personal data. Unlike usual tech giants, Oyster Labs promises that the device will not collect your information without explicit consent. Better yet, if you agree to share your data, you receive rewards in return, whether through traditional cashback or Web3 tokens.

Practically speaking, the pre-sale price listed is $99.99 USD, plus about $30 USD for shipping. Preorders are open on their official website, but beware: only US dollars are accepted for now, not cryptocurrencies. You need to provide your TON wallet address when ordering. An important detail: there’s still no precise information on actual delivery times, the end date of the pre-sale period, or any geographic restrictions. Be sure to check these before committing.

This TON phone project fits into a broader dynamic. TON also unveiled a new roadmap at the same event, including new wallets, stablecoin solutions, fee-less transactions, and even advanced biometric identification systems like palmprint recognition. It’s clearly an ecosystem in rapid expansion.

Regarding the price of Toncoin itself, there has been some movement. After all these developments, the token has reached new levels. Currently, it’s around $1.25 USD, which is a significant correction from previous levels. The total market capitalization now stands at about $3.10 billion. It’s interesting to watch, as it shows how infrastructure announcements influence market dynamics.

Overall, this TON phone represents a serious attempt to merge blockchain technology with universal digital access. Whether it will be a commercial success remains to be seen, but the ambition is there. Those interested in the TON ecosystem should keep an eye on this initiative.