CMF Phone 1: A revolutionary $199 smartphone from the Nothing sub-brand

Nothing CMF's sub-brand has introduced its first affordable smartphone that impresses with features and design. In addition, the company released a new smart watch and wireless headphones that expand the brand's product line.

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CMF Phone 1 Smartphone

Nothing CMF sub-brand recently presented its debut smartphone - CMF Phone 1, priced at $199. According to Wired journalist Julian Coccattu, who had the opportunity to test the device, its real value is twice the declared value.

The design of the phone stands out for its originality. Although the prototype is not yet finished, the industrial design already makes a good impression. An interesting feature is the ability to change the back panel to different colors - blue, orange and light green, each for $35.

To change the panel, you need to unscrew several screws with a special screwdriver, which can be a bit difficult. The company promises to provide spare screws for after-sales service.

Unfortunately, the batteries are non-replaceable, which could have earned CMF additional kudos given the growing focus on device maintainability. Perhaps this is due to the waterproofing - the smartphone has an IP52 rating, although this does not guarantee complete protection from rain.

The Phone 1 has a large circle on its body designed for accessories. After unscrewing it, you can attach a strap ($25), a stand ($25) or a wallet case ($35).

CMF Phone 1 Specifications

According to Wired, the smartphone's specifications are pretty impressive for the price:

• 6.67-inch AMOLED display with a resolution of 2400x1080 pixels and an adaptive refresh rate of 120 Hz.
• MediaTek Dimensity 7300 processor, 8 GB of RAM and 128 GB of permanent memory.
• 5G support and the ability to work with two SIM cards or expand memory up to 2 TB using microSD.
• 5000mAh battery with 33W fast charging support.
• Main camera 50 MP with a depth sensor for portrait photography, front - 16 MP.
• Operating system Nothing OS based on Android 14 with a unique interface.
• The promise of two Android OS updates and three years of security updates.

CMF Watch Pro 2

Chokkattu characterizes the new smartwatch as " elegantly simple". It has a rounded shape, which distinguishes it from the previous model. Users can change the design of the bezel and strap.

The aluminum case of the watch is strong but light. The 1.32-inch AMOLED screen is optimally sized. CMF Watch Pro 2 has an IP68 protection class, which ensures reliable protection against water.

Features of the watch:

• Own operating system, similar to Google's Wear OS, but faster
• Compatible with iPhone and Android via the CMF Watch app.
• Declared working time - 11 days with normal use.
• Sleep, pulse, cycling, blood oxygen saturation tracking functions.
• Support for more than 100 types of training with automatic detection.
• Built-in GPS.

CMF Buds Pro 2 Wireless Headphones

CMF introduced new AirPods-style wireless headphones with touch control. They are equipped with two speakers, support active noise cancellation and transparency mode, and have three microphones.

A unique feature is the possibility of control through the case. On the outside of the case, there is a Smart Dial that allows you to adjust the volume, noise reduction, activate the voice assistant and turn on the microphone.

Headphone characteristics:

• Autonomous work up to 6 hours, up to 25 hours with recharging from case
• Case battery - 460 mAh.
• USB-C charging (no wireless charging).

Glossary

• Nothing is a British technology company founded Karl Pei, specializing in the production of smartphones and accessories.
• CMF is a sub-brand of the Nothing company, focused on the production of affordable gadgets with high-quality design.
• Wired is an American monthly magazine covering the impact of technology on culture, economics, and politics.
• AirPods are a line of wireless headphones developed by Apple.
• Wear OS is an operating system for wearable devices developed by Google.

Link

• CMF Product Review on Wired

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2024-07-13

Nothing CMF's sub-brand has released its first smartphone, the $199 CMF Phone 1, which experts say offers excellent value for money. A Wired journalist tested the device and shared his impressions.

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