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Phone Arena
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Phone Arena
Apple steals Nothing's creative lead and Carl Pei isn't done talking to Tim Cook yet
Big Transfer in Big Tech! Mladen M. Hoyss, previously Software Creative Director at Nothing, is now a part of the Apple Design Team! He announced the change via an X post himself, simply stating "New beginning at Apple" (plus the Cupertino company logo), and got Carl Pei, his former boss, to congratulate him: Besides the "Congrats dude, proud of you!" praise that Carl Pei expresses, Nothing's CEO takes the opportunity to tease Apple's CEO and says to Tim Cook:In a 2023 interview, Mladen M. Hoyss, then Software Creative Director at Nothing, shared the company's vision for Nothing OS 2.0. He explained that from the outset, Nothing aimed to create a clean, minimal layer over Android – one that stripped away the visual clutter common on most smartphones. Hoyss criticized standard home screens as little more than scrollable pages of corporate logos, arguing that a true "home" should be more thoughtful and also emphasized that Nothing would avoid making overblown promises, focusing instead on building stable, visually refined products. His comments underscored the company's broader goal: to rethink smartphone software by cutting through noise and focusing on purposeful design. Image source – X "All the best brother – until our paths cross again", Nothing co-founder Akis Evangelidis said to Hoyss, and the latter responded with "Until we run a marathon together".
NDTV
20-05-2025
- Business
- NDTV
Nothing CEO's Playful Dig At Tim Cook After Former Employee Joins Apple: "Let Me Know..."
Nothing CEO Carl Pei took a lighthearted jab at Apple CEO Tim Cook after Mladen M Hoyss, Nothing's former software creative director, joined Apple. Mr Hoyss shared the news on social media with an Apple logo and the caption "New beginning @Apple," updating his bio to reflect his new role on the "Apple Design Team". The Nothing co-founder responded with a congratulatory message, saying, "Congrats dude, proud of you! Tim Cook, let me know if you need any more product help". This playful dig was seen by many as a tongue-in-cheek commentary on Apple's design capabilities, with some interpreting it as a subtle branding move to highlight Nothing's desirable talent. See the post here: Congrats dude, proud of you! @tim_cook let me know if you need any more product help — Carl Pei (@getpeid) May 20, 2025 Mr Pei's post came just before the announcement of Nothing's upcoming flagship phone, the Nothing Phone 3, set to launch in July 2025. Notably, the Nothing CEO is known for his unfiltered online presence, where he freely shares his bold opinions and witty humour. His tongue-in-cheek remarks on X often spark lively discussions among fans and tech enthusiasts. About Mladen M. Hoyss Mr Hoyss is a designer and software creative director known for his work in creating minimalist, user-centric interfaces. Based in Berlin, Germany, he holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Industrial and Product Design from John Naisbitt University (2006–2010). Before joining Nothing, a technology company focused on innovative smartphones and audio products, Hoyss co-founded Blloc, a startup that developed minimalist smartphones and interfaces, including the Ratio App, which emphasised productivity and reduced screen time. He also worked at unu GmbH and ran his own Hoyss Studio. At Nothing, Mr Hoyss served as Software Creative Director, leading the design and development of Nothing OS, a custom Android skin known for its clean, bloatware-free interface, monochrome aesthetic, and focus on functional aesthetics.
Phone Arena
20-05-2025
- Phone Arena
It's coming! Nothing finally confirms Phone (3) launch window
Nothing Phone (2). | Image credit – PhoneArena Nothing loves dropping cryptic teasers and it's been doing that a lot lately. After sharing a couple of hints here and there, Carl Pei's company has finally confirmed when the next Phone (3) is coming. The Phone (3) is launching in July 2025. The teaser video features a dot-matrix-style '3,' staying true to the brand's unique Nothing OS vibe. Up until now, Nothing has kept things firmly in the mid-range lane, opting for solid, reliable chips instead of the flagship stuff. But that might be about to change. The Phone (3) is expected to pack a flagship Snapdragon chipset – likely the Snapdragon 8 Elite – which would mark Nothing's first real step into premium camera setup is also reportedly getting a serious upgrade. Expect a 'reworked' system that includes a new primary sensor and maybe even a larger periscope telephoto lens. The battery's getting some love too, with reports suggesting it'll pack a cell bigger than 5,000mAh, though we don't know the exact number yet. All of this, of course, means the price is going up. Carl Pei has already hinted that the Phone (3) will cost more. Yep, it'll be around £800 (probably around $800 in the US), which is a big jump from the £580 / $600 starting price of the Phone (2). So yeah, Nothing clearly has its sights set on the big leagues. Pei has already teased premium build materials, faster performance and a more refined software experience. The transparent design is most likely sticking around – it is what makes Nothing phones stand out, after all. But we are definitely expecting some new twists – especially with a price that puts the Phone (3) in direct competition with Apple's iPhone 16 and Samsung's Galaxy S25. That is, of course, if the Phone (3) becomes easier to buy in the US. Availability has been one of the brand's weak spots and that needs to change if it really wants to compete in the flagship space. With July getting closer, expect more teasers, leaks and hype-building moves from Nothing as it pieces together the full picture of what the Phone (3) is going to be.
Hindustan Times
20-05-2025
- Business
- Hindustan Times
Nothing CEO Carl Pei's subtle dig at Tim Cook after teammate joins Apple: ‘If you need more…'
Nothing co-founder Carl Pei took a swipe at Apple CEO Tim Cook after one of his teammates decided to jump ship and join tech giant Apple. In a post on X, Mladen M Hoyss who served as the software creative director at Nothing. shared his latest career move with a sleek Apple logo and the caption: 'New beginning @Apple.' Hoyss' new bio now shows him as a part of the "Apple Design Team". Responding to the announcement, Pei took a playful dig at Tim Cook, while congratulating his former teammate, who has been crucial in designing the sleek Nothing OS which made the startup stand out among other phone makers. 'Congrats dude, proud of you!," Pei said, while adding, "Tim Cook let me know if you need any more product help.' While Pei's post was seen by many as lighthearted, others on social media pointed out that the message could be a subtle branding approach that tried to underplay Apple's design capabilities while praising his own team's skills as desirable by the tech giant. "This shows that nothing is so good at what it does that a 4 billion company Apple prefers to "adopt" other people's talent," said one user. "This congratulations message looks more like a sarcastic one," remarked another user. Some users also compared the exchange to the infamous email sent by Apple founder Steve Jobs to Adobe CEO Bruce Chizen in 2005, in which he voiced concern about Adobe recruiting Apple employees. "I have a standing policy with our recruiters that we don't recruit from Adobe. It seems you have a different policy. One of us must change our policy. Please let me know who," Jobs has written. Pei's post came a day before the Nothing CEO announced the official launch event for its upcoming flagship phone, Nothing Phone 3. The phone will launch in July 2025, but an exact date has not been released.
India Today
02-05-2025
- India Today
Nothing Phone 3 to launch soon in India: Specs, features possible price and everything else we know
Nothing is on a launch spree. In March, the company launched the Nothing Phone 3a and Phone 3a Pro. Last month, the company's sub-brand introduced the CMF Phone 2 Pro. While all these new launches are helping Nothing establish its footprint across the segment, many Nothing fans are still waiting for the flagship Nothing Phone launched its last flagship, the Nothing Phone 2, in 2023. So when is the Phone 3 coming? Soon. Nothing CEO Carl Pei recently confirmed during an AMA (Ask Me Anything) session on X (formerly Twitter) that the Phone 3 will be launched in Q3, 2025. So, we can expect its launch between July and September. A July launch looks more likely, given that the Nothing Phone 2 was launched around the same month. advertisementNow, what should one expect from the Nothing Phone 3? Well, apart from the confirmation of its launch window, there are no solid leaks or teasers about the phone. However, while the company has yet to reveal any concrete specifications or design changes, several leaks and informed guesses give us an idea of what to expect.A familiar design with expected upgrades One thing that seems certain is that for its flagship Phone 3, Nothing will stick to its tech-industrial design, possibly complete with a transparent rear panel featuring the Glyph LED interface. This signature design has become a defining element of the brand, and we can expect the same visually distinctive look on the Phone 3, potentially with some tweaks and upgrades to the Glyph lighting system to offer new features and customisation takes centre stage with Nothing OS advertisementAI is becoming the new focus for brands in their flagship smartphones, and Nothing is expected to follow suit. CEO Carl Pei had previously spoken about the company's increasing focus on personalised AI. The company also started to integrate AI in its other phones like the latest Nothing Phone (3a) series and the CMF Phone 2 Pro. All these phones include AI features such as the Essential Key, which enables quick AI-driven actions and signals a broader AI-integration direction for the upcoming Nothing Phone 3 is expected to be the company's first true flagship to deeply integrate AI features. While exact details remain under wraps, we can expect features like enhanced voice interactions, intelligent camera processing, and context-aware UI suggestions. On the software front, the Phone 3 will run on Nothing OS, which is known for its clean, near-stock Android experience without any bloatware. But significant upgrades are expected in user chipset from Snapdragon The Nothing Phone 3 will definitely be far more powerful than its predecessor, given that it's launching after almost 2 years. It is rumoured to be powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset. This would be a significant leap from the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 found in the Phone 2, offering better gaming and multitasking display specsadvertisementOn the display side, the Nothing Phone 3 could sport a 6.77-inch 1.5K LTPO AMOLED panel with a 120Hz adaptive refresh rate and peak brightness up to 3,000 nits. This may not be a major improvement but would at least match or slightly improve upon the Phone 2's impressive and chargingThe Nothing Phone 3 is rumoured to pack a 5,000mAh or 5,300mAh battery, with support for 50W wired and 20W wireless charging. With the latest CMF Phone 2 Pro, Nothing offered a charger in the box for the first time, so we may see a charger included. Or, like other Nothing phones, it may be sold without on cameraThis year, we are seeing that all the new Nothing phones are going big with camera upgrades. So for the flagship, Nothing is likely to pull out all stops. The Phone 3 is expected to feature a triple 50-megapixel camera setup — including a main sensor, ultra-wide lens, and a 3x periscope telephoto camera. The triple camera setup would be a clear step up from the dual-camera configuration on the Phone 2. On the front, the device is expected to get either a 32-megapixel or 50-megapixel sensor from Phone 3 expected price in IndiaThe Nothing Phone 2 was launched in India at Rs 44,999 for the base 8GB RAM + 128GB storage variant. Given the big upgrades and AI focus, the Phone 3 is expected to be priced slightly higher, though we still expect it to be priced around Rs 50,000 for the base model.
