Nothing confirmed lately that it gained’t launch the Cellphone 3 flagship this yr, dispelling hypothesis {that a} new flagship from the British smartphone vendor would possibly hit shops this summer season. However the Nothing Cellphone 2a mid-ranger (pictured above) that launched a number of months in the past gained’t be Nothing’s solely cellphone of the yr. It additionally gained’t be the most cost effective.
Nothing has a secondary line of merchandise known as CMF that focuses on extra reasonably priced devices. Till now, Nothing has solely made CMF-branded earphones and smartwatches. However it’s about to launch its first Nothing CMF Cellphone 1, particulars of which have been leaking on-line for weeks. The latest leak provides us a seemingly full set of specs for the CMF Cellphone 1, together with pricing particulars.
Unsurprisingly, the CMF Cellphone 1 will provide first rate specs for an entry-level Android cellphone. The worth might be even decrease than the Cellphone 2a. The one query is whether or not you’ll have the ability to purchase it, or whether or not Nothing will solely goal rising markets with this explicit CMF system.
The Nothing Cellphone 2a, launched this spring, retails for round $349. It’s out there within the US, and it’s an important mid-range choice if that’s what you’re looking for. The CMF Cellphone 1 might be much more reasonably priced than that whereas providing an excellent set of specs.
Leaker Yogesh Brar mentioned the cellphone might be out there in two configurations in India. They’ll supposedly retail for for 15,999 rupees ($192) and 17,999 rupees ($216), respectively. These costs think about unspecified reductions that could be out there at launch.
Even with out reductions, the CMF Cellphone 1 worth ought to nonetheless be enticing, particularly in markets like India. However contemplating the leak particularly addresses the Indian market, I can’t assist however ponder whether Nothing will convey the CMF Cellphone 1 to Europe or the US.
The identical leaker listed the set of specs for the CMF Cellphone 1. We’re taking a look at a 6.7-inch OLED show that may help 30Hz to 120Hz refresh charges, 800 nits brightness, in-display fingerprint sensor; the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 processor paired with 6GB or 8GB of RAM, 128GB of storage and microSD help as much as 2TB; a 50-megapixel digicam with out OIS, a depth sensor, and 16-megapixel selfie digicam; 5,000 mAh battery with 33W charging; and Android 14.
The 50-megapixel digicam will help 4K 30fps, however the lack of optical picture stabilization could be an issue. The leaker additionally notes Nothing will use a Sony sensor for the primary digicam. You also needs to count on AI to enhance some capturing modes.
One other compromise issues the sound, because the CMF Cellphone 1 would possibly solely function a mono speaker. Then once more, Nothing needs to promote this handset for round $200 in Asia. It has to economize on sure elements.
Lastly, CMF Cellphone 1 may also have an IP52 score for water and dirt resistance and provide two years of Android updates and three years of safety updates. These aren’t nearly as good as dearer telephones. However, once more, Nothing has to economize in some locations to provide the low-cost CMF Cellphone 1 you need.
Alternatively, using MediaTek’s Dimensity 7300 is definitely excellent news, contemplating the Nothing Cellphone 2a incorporates a MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Professional. We could be taking a look at a greater, quicker chip right here. The 120Hz display and enormous 5,000 mAh battery are different highlights.
In the case of the cellphone’s design, the leaker additionally mentioned the display may have bezels just like the Nothing Cellphone 1, seen within the picture above.
Latest rumors mentioned Nothing will launch the CMF Cellphone 1 on July eighth. We’ll quickly be taught the seller’s plans for this entry-level handset.
