Carl Pei, Nothing CEO and former OnePlus Co-Founder, in a recent interview with Forbes, confirmed that Nothing Phone (2), the successor to the Nothing Phone (1), is set to launch in July 2023.
The upcoming 5G smartphone will debut with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC and will be powered by a 4,700mAh battery.
Nothing Phone (2) Key Specifications And Features Revealed
Now, ahead of the launch next month, Nothing in the latest tweet has revealed more details about the upcoming Phone (2), such as the display size, battery, information about Android software updates, and much more. Let’s have a look at the details below:
Phone (2) is the first time we’ve achieved a lower carbon footprint on a second-generation product. A significant step towards a more sustainable smartphone industry. Let’s explore its milestones.
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Battery
The Nothing Phone (2) will be backed by a 4,700mAh battery, an increased battery capacity of 200mAh compared to the Phone (1)’s 4,500mAh battery. In the latest tweet, the company said that these changes would boost the overall performance of the upcoming smartphone.
Display Size
The screen size of the Phone (2) will increase by an additional 0.15 inches, in comparison to the Phone (1), which features a 6.55-inch full HD+ (2400 x 1080 pixels) display. This implies that the screen size of the upcoming handset will go up to 6.7 inches.
It is also expected to feature an AMOLED screen, similar to the first-generation phone, with 120Hz refresh rate support.
Chipset
The Nothing Phone (2) will be powered by an octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC, a significant upgrade from Phone (1)’s Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+. Initial phone tests claimed that the Phone (2) is twice as fast as Phone (1), with a remarkable 80% overall performance improvement.
Design
The Phone (2) design is speculated to be similar to that of its predecessor, Phone (1).
Carbon Footprint
Nothing Phone (2) boasts an SGS-certified carbon footprint of 53.45 kilograms, over 5 kilograms lower than the Phone (1). Moreover, thanks to the usage of the flagship Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset, users will get excellent performance on the Phone (2).
Android Updates
The company is offering three years of major Android OS updates and up to four years of security updates with Phone (2) with the intention that prolonged updates would prompt the user to use the device for more years.
Other Features
Nothing is looking to push for a more greener and sustainable environment through its upcoming Phone (2). To achieve this, the company has used 100% recycled copper foil on the main circuit board and over 90% recycled steel in the 28 stamped steel parts while sustainably sourcing 80% of the plastic parts.
The company claims to have used 100% recycled aluminum made with 100% renewable energy for the handset’s mid-frame. Further, the Phone (2)’s final assembly plants are also powered by 100% renewable energy.
Additionally, the Phone (2) packaging material is plastic-free and made from over 60% recycled fiber, as part of the company’s commitment to minimize waste and promote responsible sourcing.
Pricing and Availability
The Nothing Phone (2) is scheduled to launch in July 2023, with no details available on pricing yet. However, we expect to hear more about the device’s official launch date and pricing in the coming days. Stay tuned for more updates!
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