Regarding this Alpha Testnet, Phonons are universal containers to wrap any crypto asset that can be then sent over the Phonon Network: the hardware-secured protocol. Learn more about Native Phonons and Backed Phonons here. Exchange any cryptocurrency for free, securely and privately – this is the Phonon way.
To join the Testnet, you need:
1. Phonon Developer Kit – Alpha Release (Testnet Kit)*
2. Internet connection.
3. A computer to run a simple app.
* Previously purchased Phonon cards are not equipped with the Native Phonon (nPhonon) mining applet. The latest Phonon cards include the applet. If you already have a card reader (p60), you’ll only need new cards. If you have neither, a Testnet kit is needed. International shipping is available, where applicable.
By default, debug logs will be turned on to allow the collection of data to better understand the performance of The Network as well as identify any bugs or issues in The Network.
As an incentive and to help cover any outlay costs, there is a rewards program of up to 50,000 PHONON for each Alpha Testnet user.
Below are the Alpha Testnet rewards and steps to earn them. There’s no requirement to complete them all, though to receive the maximum reward, we invite every tester to pursue completing them all. Some rewards will require testers to get involved in the Testnet community at large. The hub of the Testnet community will be on the Phonon DAO’s Discord, and specifically, in the #testnet channel. Please join our server and visit the #testnet channel. There will be ongoing Testnet discussions, updates, and opportunities to connect with other Testnet users to earn rewards.
