Nothing Phone (1

Nothing, the hardware venture of OnePlus co-founder Carl Pei, officially pulled the wraps off its first smartphone Tuesday.

Another quirk to the phone is that it lights up — literally — when you receive a call or app notification. Together, Apple and Samsung command a 40% share of the smartphone market. Some have even submitted bids north of $3,000 for the first 100 units on e-commerce platform StockX. Phone 1 starts at £399 ($473) for a basic model with 128GB of internal memory, making it cheaper than Apple and Samsung's latest flagship phones. And smaller Chinese phone manufacturers like Xiaomi and Oppo have gained considerable ground in Europe. Called Phone 1, it's the second product launch from the company to date.

The start-up's first phone offers great specs and a surprisingly competitive price, but is that enough after all the hype?

Check out our full guide on where to buy the Phone (1) for full availability. After all, could any phone live up to the promise of a hype campaign that even Apple would be jealous of? It doesn’t quite fulfill fans’ hopes for true transparent tech that shows off the circuitry inside, but this minimalist mid-step is likely to prove more successful on the mass market.

The world of Android phone brands is crowded, so the arrival of a new smartphone is an intriguing prospect. Carl Pei, who co-founded OnePlus, ...

The Nothing OS also behaves in a different way to other Android systems. That’s part of Nothing’s desire for quiet focus, in turn an element of wanting your interactions with the phone to be about quality, not quantity. But the plain fact is that that design exactly mirrors the wireless charging coil that lies behind it.

Nothing, Carl Pei's tech startup, officially launched its debut Android smartphone. And while the Phone (1) looks cool, it's not coming to the U.S. right ...

Aside from that, it uses a proprietary version of Android called Nothing OS. It has its own widgets with dot matrix fonts and promises a lack of bloatware apps, which will be good news for Android enthusiasts who are tired of deleting apps every time they get a new phone. There are a series of lights in this back panel called the “Glyph” interface which can be customized to light up differently for calls, notifications, and charging status. Still, with a transparent back case featuring a unique light-based notification system, and white and black models, it’s one of the more stylish phones on the market.

The Nothing Phone (1) has just launched, but how does it stack up when compared against Apple's main handset?

We’ve not put the Nothing Phone (1) through our whole testing procedure just yet, but there are some ways that it has already impressed us, including with its noteworthy LED design and its speedy fast-charging. The Nothing Phone (1) and the iPhone 13 both have two rear sensors, and they’re both wide and ultrawide. In this article we take a look at how it compares to the iPhone 13, based on our full review of that product and our early impressions of the Nothing Phone (1) along with its list of specifications. On the other hand, the iPhone 13 brooks no quarter when it comes to performance. However, Apple’s effort has an IP68 rating against water and dust ingress, compared to IP53 for the Phone (1). The Nothing Phone (1) prides itself on its unique design, which looks significantly different from the competition in one key respect and that’s its system of LED lights.

The most affordable iPhone has a new Android-powered rival. Does the Nothing Phone 1 or iPhone SE deserve your cash?

The Nothing Phone 1 has a two-lens rear camera, but the iPhone SE makes do with just one. It has the edge where cables are concerned, too: the iPhone will manage 20W, but Phone 1 can top out at 50W with a compatible charger. If you’re not tied into iOS already, though, we think the Phone 1 is the better choice. The iPhone SE claws back a few wins thanks to its A15 Bionic processor, and there’s no denying iOS is a brilliantly well-rounded operating system. Whereas the iPhone has a 12MP sensor, Nothing has equipped its handset with two 50MP sensors – one for the main lens and the second for ultrawide shooting. In hardware terms, the Phone 1 has the advantage. Nothing got Qualcomm to develop a version of its Snapdragon 778G with baked-in support for wireless charging and reverse wireless charging – something you won’t find anywhere else for the price. It’s an absolute beast of a chip, able to blitz benchmark league tables and comfortably run the latest version of iOS. Apple’s smartphone screens have been consistently great, and the iPhone SE is no exception – but it’s still a fairly small IPS panel with a low resolution. The iPhone SE is available to buy now. It also contains the glyph interface, a series of hundreds of LEDs that act as notification and call alerts, and can be customised for other features too. High up on Carl Pei’s wish list for his new company’s first smartphone was the ability to marry hardware and software in a way that Apple makes look so effortless.

It comes with a premium quality screen and cameras, but has a price starting at significantly less than either the iPhone 13 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S22+. So ...

Samsung says the S22+ can also handle up to 22 hours of video playback on a single charge, and the phone supports fast wireless charging and Wireless Power Share – meaning the phone can be used to charge accessories. In comparison, Apple says the iPhone 13 Pro can last for up to 22 hours of video playback on a single charge, and also supports wireless charging at the same speed as the Phone (1). UK tech firm Nothing has unveiled what it believes could be a new challenger to Apple and Samsung in the smartphone market – the Phone (1).

Here's how the Phone 1 stacks up against its powerful midrange rivals.

The back of the phone literally lights up, thanks to hundreds of LED lights, which can be customized to tell you who is calling or indicate charging status. The back of the Phone 1 is also home to the so-called "glyph" interface, the device's standout feature. The Phone 1 is Carl Pei's first phone launch since the storied entrepreneur's departure from OnePlus, which he led from a startup beloved by serious Android fans to a global purveyor of world-class phones.

With today's launch of the Phone (1), Nothing Tech can now show us its answers to the challenges this new smartphone manufacturer is facing.

And that is the great unknown. Nothing’s Phone (1) needs to set out its store and offer answers to some of the key challenges. The smartphone market is a cut-throat one.

Nothing phone (1) highlights: Here are Live updates from tonight's Nothing phone (1) launch - leaks, price, features, specifications, sale and availability ...

The Nothing phone (1) starts at Rs 32,999 in India for the 8GB/256GB variant as per Flipkart. The 8GB/256GB is priced at Rs 35,999 and the 12GB/256GB is priced at Rs 38,999. Nothing has launched its first smartphone in India and other regions today. Check out a recap of the launch event here

Have you heard all the hype? Now consider our early impressions of the Nothing Phone (1) to see what we made of its design.

Brushing away the hype, the Nothing Phone (1) makes a strong first impression. Unlike OnePlus, Nothing isn’t touting the Phone (1) as a flagship in terms of its performance. Having only used the phone for a short period, though, questions remain over whether this is an excellent buy at £399. How good is the camera software? I haven’t spent enough time with the Phone (1) to judge performance, be it real-world or synthetic benchmarks, but I’ve always been impressed by the performance of these more modest Qualcomm chips. However, the quality of its real-world performance will all come down to how Nothing has built the post-processing process. In fact, the Nothing Phone (1) looks so much like an unorthodox iPhone 13 that my partner mistook it for Apple’s next device when she picked it up for the first time. We’re also far from guaranteed a top-end display at this price, but Nothing has at least decided against skimping on the screen. The arrangement of LEDs flash when you receive a notification, while a strip towards the bottom fills up as the phone charges. Glyph aside, the Nothing Phone (1) looks, and feels, very much like an iPhone 13. It’s a brand that has whipped up a frenzy of support on Twitter, and has already sold an unreleased phone on a website more commonly known for its sneakers. However, making a new phone is a tough proposition – and hype alone won’t be enough to see it succeed. Like OnePlus, Nothing has focused a lot on building hype ahead of its Phone (1) launch.

Speaking of things embedded in the screen, the fingerprint sensor is one of those too, and since Nothing hasn't mentioned anything about it being ultrasonic, we ...

The Nothing phone (1) is IP53 rated for splash resistance. The Nothing phone (1) is now fully official. The Nothing phone (1) runs Nothing OS (1) based on Android 12. If you want a charging brick, one isn't included in the box, but Nothing is selling a 45W model separately for €35 / £35 / INR 2,499. Nothing also promises three years of Android updates and four years of security patches every two months. On the other side, embedded in the hole-punch within the display, sits a 16 MP Sony IMX471 selfie shooter.

I still don't get the point of the LEDs on the back, but they do look cool.

The Phone (1) is available in white and black variants. The Nothing Phone (1) runs Android OS with its own Nothing launcher. Nothing confirmed that the Phone (1) would work on AT&T’s 4G network, though it doesn’t have access to 5G or VoLTE/VoWiFi. The Phone (1) will also work on T-Mobile’s 4G/5G network, though coverage is “unpredictable.” As for Verizon users, there is no available compatibility, which isn’t a surprise. The Nothing Phone (1) screen is a 6.55-inch flexible OLED display with a 2400 x 1080 pixel resolution and a maximum peak brightness of 1,200 nits for super sunny situations. The Nothing Phone (1) is an Android device with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ chipset, which Qualcomm introduced over a year ago. If you’re living in the U.S. and want to get your hands on this phone, you will have to find a way to import it. Other specs of note on the Phone (1) include its in-display fingerprint sensor, dual stereo speakers, IP53 water resistance, and Face ID-like unlocking capabilities. Nothing revealed to Gizmodo in a briefing that Qualcomm customized the chip to enable the Phone (1) for wireless and reverse charging. There are 900 LEDs creatively positioned across the backside of the Nothing Phone (1). They are customizable and can help notify you when a particular contact rings or messages your phone. It’s a bit of a bummer if you were looking for another Android phone option for the nearly $600 (£400) price range, especially since the Phone (1) has an impressive range of specifications. There is no expansion slot, though those have been going out of style in the Android world. The leaked and much-hyped Nothing Phone (1) has finally launched, and as expected, it’s not officially available in the states.

Here's why '#DearNothing' has been trending on Twitter and why many users in Southern states of India are unhappy with the London-based startup.

A large number of users still unaware that the letter is fake and that Nothing has not made any disparaging remarks aimed at any community in India. The hashtag #DearNothing quickly began trending on Twitter with hundreds of Indian users criticising Nothing via tweets, for a letter the company never wrote. #DearNothing began spreading after a when popular YouTube Channel ‘Prasadtechintelugu’ released a new video on the evening of the phone (1) launch event. The letter, also fake, says “Hi Prasad, this device is not for South Indian people. — Satish_sekhar (@Happysatish1)July 12, 2022 And why exactly are fans angry with the company, at least on Twitter? Here’s everything you need to know about the incident.

A few weeks ago, the news broke loose that there was a brand new smartphone on the block looking to make an impact. With an Android operating system and a ...

The Nothing Phone boasts a 50mp camera, with dual lenses and a wide-angle sensor that gives it a 140-degree field of view. And while there has always been a lot of controversy surrounding the Apple vs Android cameras, I can safely say that I am impressed by Phone(1)'s cam. Pei goes on to explain that the Nothing team worked hard to ensure that its OLED display didn't affect the shape of the phone. The Nothing Phone (1) (opens in new tab) is being launched on 21 July 2022 from Convent Garden, London, starting from just £399. We've rounded up some of the Nothing Phone(1)'s most intriguing features that have got me excited about the phone, and may give Apple a run for its money. With an Android operating system and a unique design, the Nothing Phone(1) gathered a lot of attention and has piqued our interest. The Glyph Interface is a series of lights that correspond to the phone's functions.

Carl Pei co-founded smartphone maker OnePlus in 2013 and made it a rival to Apple and Samsung by offering premium features at half the price, and becoming ...

Reach 50% power in just 30 minutes of charge. Nothing OS delivers only the best of Android. No bloatware, just pure speed and a smooth user experience. Delivers phenomenal graphics and advanced camera features, all accelerated by 5G. Game Mode precisely gives you everything you need to shoot exceptionally stable, true-to-life and brilliantly detailed content. Its 100% recycled aluminium frame makes it light and robust, while over 50% of the phone’s plastic components are made with bio-based or post-consumer recycled materials - an industry-leading percentage. Featuring the innovative Glyph Interface, a 50 MP dual camera, refined Nothing OS, 120Hz OLED display and custom-built Qualcomm Snapdragon.

Carl Pei highlighted the unique glyph lights, the lightweight body and the dual cameras among the key features of Nothing Phone (1).

The price of a Nothing Phone (1) in Malaysia starts at RM 2,399. The Nothing Phone (1) cameras are capable of shooting 4K videos. There is no charger supplied with the box. Among the notable additional features is the phone’s ability to connect with Tesla cars. The phone also supports wireless charging. The two main cameras, which are placed horizontally at the rear, have 50 MP sensors. The display supports 1 billion colours with HDR10+. Pei pointed out that the weight could be reduced because of the materials used in making the phone. For us it is more about taking the actions and stating the facts,” said Pei. For us, sustainability has been important ever since the beginning. But it is not something that you should talk a lot about. The bezels are made using 100 percent recyclable aluminium and the front and back are covered by Gorilla Glass 5.

When Carl Pei left OnePlus, he started a new venture after his 2020 departure from the company he co-founded. The Nothing Phone 1 has finally.

The Nothing Phone 1 gives the retro-tech vibes through to the OS, with a dot-matrix font sprinkled throughout menu screens and used in a couple of the preloaded clock and weather widgets. It’s paired with a 50-megapixel ultrawide, and around the front, there’s a 16-megapixel selfie camera. The phone’s 6.55-inch OLED is pleasant to use and offers smooth scrolling with a 120Hz screen. Glyphs are each paired with their own signature sound, a combination of old-school-tech-inspired pings and chirps with quirky names like “squiggle” and “isolator.” One begs to wonder if these are features or gimmicks. This is a phone that is not suitable for a case. The Nothing Phone 1 has finally been launched and has thus far existed in a cloud of Nothing-generated hype — no doubt a carryover from OnePlus. It is no true flagship, as there is no Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 processor, telephoto camera, or IP68 water resistance.

More broadly, the blinding pace at which phones are launched without significant innovation is now being noted by insiders and consumers. With the launch of the ...

Apart from minor gripes, the Essential Ph-1 wasn’t a bad phone, but those who used the phone said it was a rushed attempt to make a phone for enthusiasts. Essential Ph-1 was hyped as the next big thing in the smartphone market, but it received a lukewarm response from consumers. Although the first dual-screen Yotaphone was a novel idea in 2013, it was let down by a lack of apps and poor build quality. Designed by HTC’s ex-designer Scott Croyle, the Nextbit Robin was a crowd-funded Android smartphone that wanted to put the cloud at the centre of the experience. But despite all tall promises and a team of veterans in the tech space, the $399 Robin failed to make any mark on the smartphone market. The distinctive-looking Nothing phone (1) from an upstart company by former OnePlus co-founder Carl Pei has a translucent back with hundreds of light-emitting diode (LED) lights that function as notifications.

Nothing hopes to inject some fun back into the mobile market with its first smartphone.

So does the Nothing Phone (1) live up to the hype? Although we’re still in the middle of testing the Phone (1), the glass and metalwork across aren’t yet showing any signs of wear, save for the pre-fitted screen protector and charging cable, both of which came scuffed out of the box. Nothing offers its own adapter, but doesn’t include one in the box, meaning all you’ll find is a white USB-C to USB-C cable. Speaking of fingerprints, even with a completely clear Gorilla Glass back, the Phone (1) does a decent job of repelling them, and when you do spot smudges, they buff out easily enough. Some of those bidders reportedly paid over $3,000 / £2,500 / AU$4,300 for the privilege of being among the first to own a Phone (1). ‘Why an X-ray machine?’ you might ask; well, the big hook of the Phone (1)’s form is its back – it’s completely transparent. As for the panel itself, the Full HD+ resolution offers a pleasingly sharp image with bold colors, while simple controls that let you adjust color temperature and vibrancy. It’s a unique feature that Nothing has put to use in a number of creative ways. Dipping into the Glyph Interface in the phone’s settings, you can customize what the glyphs react to, and when they react. Nothing remains a rather mysterious company, with the Phone (1) being only the second physical product it’s released in its short existence, following on from 2021’s Ear (1) true wireless earbuds. Those UK prices convert to roughly $475, $530, and $590. Nothing Phone (1) design

Unique glyph lights and dual cameras are among the key features of Nothing Phone (1), available online and in Malaysia from July 18.

The price of a Nothing Phone (1) in Malaysia starts at RM 2,399. The Nothing Phone (1) cameras are capable of shooting 4K videos. Limited drops of the phone will be available with the brand’s partner retailers starting July 18. There is no charger supplied with the box. The hotly anticipated Nothing Phone (1) has officially been revealed, and will be available in Malaysia from July 18. Among the notable additional features is the phone’s ability to connect with Tesla cars. Pei pointed out that the weight could be reduced because of the materials used in making the phone. The phone also supports wireless charging. Pei said that more features will be added to the glyph interface in the future. The two main cameras, which are placed horizontally at the rear, have 50 MP sensors. The display supports 1 billion colours with HDR10+. Pei demonstrated how the glyph lights perfectly synced with different ringtones and even Morse codes.

“We believe that the competition will remain high from the Android camp [likes of Samsung, Xiaomi, Oppo, Vivo, OnePlus] though it [Phone 1] has positioned ...

“With a brand new, largely untested product (including the new Nothing OS software that may need to go through multiple updates to get everything ironed out) and stiff competition from numerous Chinese vendors, not to mention Samsung and Apple, Nothing has its work cut out. “Nothing did well on the marketing strategy and already built a hype among the consumers. Nothing’s phone targets OnePlus buyers in India at a time when the latter’s brand gets older, which could make it lose the newness aura around it, particularly after its merger with Oppo’s ecosystem. While Nothing has created the initial hype around its new phone, the brand is still very much concentrated on tech-savvy and urban users. Nothing Phone 1 landed in the initial premium category, a price category ranging from Rs 30,000 to Rs 39,999. Right now, the phone has set several tall expectations, which might not be easy to meet,” Faisal Kawoosa, Founder and Chief Analyst at Techarc said.

On a day when Carl Pei launched the first smartphone from his new company Nothing worldwide, netizens in India were not happy with the company as it had ...

London-based Nothing says its smartphone offers 18 hours of use with every charge, and two days on standby, and that it can reach 50% power in just 30 minutes of charging. OnePlus used an invite-only strategy for selling smartphones that created high demand by keeping customers in a constant state of anticipation. #DearNothing #boycottnothingphone."

The Nothing Phone 1 (left) and the OnePlus 10 Pro. Andrew Lanxon/CNET. Pei left OnePlus to start his new company, Nothing. While I can't ...

But it's that affordable price that I think makes the phone so appealing. One of the most exciting things about this phone is its affordable price. Some of those pieces seen beneath the cover are actually LEDs that light up in what Nothing calls a "glyph" when you get incoming notifications. The back has a clear cover that exposes the internals and makes it feel like you're looking into the heart of the phone. Thankfully, the Nothing Phone 1 does have some neat features to look forward to. I've finally been able to get my hands on the phone and found that there are plenty of reasons to like it, from its flashing LED "glyph" to its affordable price.

A misleading video led to the "DearNothing" controversy in India in the hours following the Nothing Phone (1) launch. Here's what happened.

YouTube channel Prasadtechintelugu released a video in the hours following the Nothing Phone (1) launch, which was supposed to be a prank regarding the channel not receiving a review unit of the device as many other channels and publications did. - For Nothing Phone (1) we had a plan of sending devices which was supposed to be rolled out in a phased manner. In that video, the channel created a fake that looked like the Nothing Phone (1)’s packaging and included a note inside that said:

After the Nothing Phone (1) launch, a YouTuber claimed Nothing was being partial and produced a fake letter. Fans wanted to boycott Nothing, and here's the ...

Amid all this chaos, we certainly hope that the prime intent is not lost, and people do consider the Nothing Phone (1) as a new piece of technology, and not a tool to create regional divide. He even produced a fake Nothing box, which had a letter, which many thought to be as official communication from Nothing, reading that the Nothing Phone (1) was not for the South Indian people. Finally, Nothing had to intervene, and Manu Sharma, Nothing GM and Vice President, posted a letter on Twitter, which at least tried to clear the air. The creator later added a disclaimer in the comments section on YouTube, saying that the letter was not sent by the brand, but it was too little too late by then. Nothing, a young brand, recently launched its second-ever product in general and its first-ever smartphone in the history of its existence, dubbed the Nothing Phone (1). Now, whether the Nothing Phone (1) is any good is a topic for some other day, but we can certainly assume that the launch must have been pretty special for the brand, and they would have anticipated a warm welcome by the tech community. The video caused quite a stir on social media, and hashtags like #DearNothing and #BoycottNothing started trending on Twitter. In response, Nothing has released a strongly worded statement, but first a bit of background.

Flipkart is offering massive discounts on Nothing phone (1) accessories. Agencies The brand has also launched an official charger, tempered glass, and ...

The transparent bumper case for the Nothing phone (1) which is priced at Rs 1,799 is being offered at Rs 1,499. The Nothing Power 45W 3 A mobile charger comes at a 50 per cent discount on Flipkart. The charger which is priced at Rs 2,999 is being offered at Rs 1,499. The Nothing phone (1) comes in three storage configurations and is offered in white and black colour options. Users can now purchase the charger and other phone (1) accessories online. Other accessories include the Nothing Power 45W 3A mobile charger, tempered glass, and clear case. Nothingphone (1) has finally been launched.