Vertu, the luxury smartphone maker, recently unveiled the METAVERTU 2 at the Token2049 Singapore event. Like the first-gen METAVERTU, the new smartphone is designed for blockchain and Web3 enthusiasts, with a decentralized operating system (DOS) and enhanced security features. So let’s about the details here.
VERTU METAVERTU 2 Overview
The METAVERTU 2 comes with a number of new security features over its predecessor. One feature that I’m particularly interested in is the “unhackable” Secure Element (SE) chip. This chip generates bank-level encryption for signing, decryption, hardware-based random number generation, and Zero-Knowledge Proof (ZK) capability.
This means that users can be confident that their private keys and other sensitive data are always safe, even if the phone is lost or stolen.
Another important security feature of the METAVERTU 2 is its separate Decentralized Operating System (DOS). This OS is isolated from the Android operating system, which means that Web3 apps are protected from any vulnerabilities that may exist in the Android OS.
In addition to its security features, the METAVERTU 2 also offers a number of other features that make it a great choice for Web3 users. These include a built-in MPC wallet, which frees users from having to memorize mnemonic phrases and a dApp store where users can download and install the latest Web3 apps.
There’s also a new identity system called I-DID. It essentially binds the user’s mobile IMEI number with their Decentralized Identifiers (DID) which eliminates the need for repetitive registrations when accessing Web3 dApps.
Vertu has also tried to make the smartphone developer-friendly. It supports programmability through open protocols and provides access to APIs for various Layer 1 (L1) and Layer 2 (L2) protocols.
Developers can also utilize the I-DID Protocol to enhance security and combat attacks such as Sybil Attacks. Additionally, developers can publish their dApps on the dApp Store to attract users.
Besides this, Vertu has not yet announced the hardware specifications of the METAVERTU 2. Or has shared actual images of the smartphone. However, it is scheduled to be released in October 2023. Users can make a reservation for the METAVERTU 2 now and get a chance to win a Bitcoin Blind Box. No deposits are required for reservations.
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