Nothing unveiled the Nothing Phone (2) in July 2023, sparking speculation about the Phone (3) launching in the same month this year. In a video message, Nothing founder and CEO Carl Pei talked about the company's plans to integrate AI features into its devices, hinting at the Phone (3)’s arrival.
Carl Pei reveals AI integration on Nothing Phone (3)
Carl Pei expressed his views on the current state of artificial intelligence and its integration with consumer technology. He acknowledged the significant attention AI has received, noting that while some developments are impressive, others can be confusing.
Pei emphasized that smartphones will continue to be the primary platform for consumer AI, citing the vast user base of over 4 billion and the annual shipment of more than 1 billion smartphones as proof of their ongoing relevance. He pointed out the need for a major overhaul in the way we use smartphones, as the current user experience has remained largely unchanged for over a decade.
He envisioned a future where smartphones offer a highly personalized, dynamic, and cross-device interface that fosters a more human connection with technology, making interactions feel more natural and intuitive.
Pei mentioned that for the past two months, the Nothing team has been working on designing and prototyping AI interactions. He shared some initial concepts to illustrate their vision, with plans to introduce these innovations gradually, starting with the Phone (3) next year. This suggests that the Phone (3) may not launch this year.
Since its inception, Nothing has focused on building comprehensive capabilities and has successfully established itself as a notable player in the smartphone industry, being the only company to do so in the past decade. Pei highlighted the company's commitment to a creative culture that prioritizes exceptional user experiences and thoughtful integration of software and hardware. With stability and solid growth plans in place, Nothing is ready to advance further and make significant contributions to the consumer AI landscape.
