Nothing CMF Phone 1

• RAM: 6GB / 8GB
• Internal Storage: 128GB / 256GB
• Battery: 5,000 mAh
• Main Camera: 50 MP + 2MP
• Front camera: 16 MP
• Display: 6.67 inches, AMOLED
• OS: Android 14
• Processor: Mediatek Dimensity 7300 (4 nm)
• Connectivity: Dual SIM, 3G, 4G, 5G, and Wi-Fi
• Colors: Black, Orange, Light Green

  Key Selling Features of Nothing CMF Phone 1

  • Unique Design: It boasts a distinctive look rarely found in its price range (under Kes 50,000). It features a removable back cover available in various colors, including black, light green, and orange. Additionally, you can attach Nothing’s custom-designed lanyard, a small stand, or a cardholder to the device, which the company sells separately.
  • Display: The phone sports a 6.67-inch AMOLED display with a smooth 120Hz refresh rate. It delivers up to 500 nits of typical brightness and 1,000 nits of peak brightness.
  • Performance: Powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 7300 chipset, the CMF Phone 1 offers fast performance in its segment.
  • Camera Setup: It features a dual rear camera setup, including a 50-megapixel main sensor, along with a 16-megapixel selfie camera.
  • Battery Life: With a 5,000mAh battery under the hood, the CMF Phone 1 promises extended usage. Plus, it supports 33W fast charging for quick recharge to keep on tasks at hand without much interruption due to low power issues.
  • Customizability: Nothing allows you to personalize your CMF Phone 1 experience by offering accessories like a lanyard, stand, and cardholder, each sold separately.

    Detailed Product Description

    Build

    Nothing CMF Phone 1 is large, elegant, and unique-looking. It measures 164.0 x 77.0 x 8.2 and weighs 197g. it is smaller but weightier compared to Nothing Phon1, which measures 159.2 x 75.8 x 8.3 mm and weighs 193.3g.  The handset is built using a Glass front, plastic back, or silicone polymer back (eco-leather). Notably, it is dual SIM, comes with a user-replaceable back cover, and is IP52-dust and splash-resistant IP-rated.

    Display

    The display consists of an AMOLED 6.67-inch display, with a peak brightness of 1000 HBM and a refresh rate of 120Hz.  Nothing CMF Phone 1 boasts of an impressive high-resolution 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~395 ppi density). With such an impressive power display, you are guaranteed of awesome media consumption experience whether you are watching videos, playing video games, or flipping through the picture library.

    Performance

    It runs on Android 14 OS. Make use of the fast and efficient Mediatek Dimensity 7300 (4 nm) chipset. Part of the processing unit on the device is an Octa-core (4×2.5 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4×2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) CPU and Mali-G615 MC2 GPU. The powerful and reliable processing unit will enable you to browse, multi-task, and download games and videos seamlessly without your handset lagging.

    CMF Nothing Phone 1 comes equipped with 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, and 256GB 8GB RAM internal memory.  The RAM and ROM are sufficient to accommodate applications and seamlessly get them running in the background. Fortunately, and resoundingly so, the device comes equipped with a microSDXC slot for additional memory.

    Camera

    Nothing CMF Phone 1 comes packed with a powerful 16 MP, f/2.5, (wide) selfie camera, with 1080p@30fps video capture capabilities. Snap up the best selfie moments on the camera as well as enjoy awesome video chatting moments

    The CMF smartphone is equipped with an impressive dual power pack at the rear consisting of 50 MP, f/1.8, (wide), PDAF+ 2 MP, f/2.4, (depth) cameras. With LED flash, panorama, and HDR features, not only do you have great options to work with but a variety of professional, AI-enhanced pictures you can make use of. Besides, the main camera records high-quality 4K videos, with the assistance of the stabilizer which adds to recording high-quality videos.

    Connectivity and Communication Support

    Nothing CMF Phone 1 is a 5G-enabled device. It supports up to 5G bands, with up to HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE-A, 5G speed. Enjoy fast 5G uploading and downloading speeds on the device as you browse and consume media content.

    To connect with other devices, make use of WI-FI, Bluetooth, and the USB Type-C 2.0, USB On-The-Go.

    Installed on the device is a global positioning system (GPS, GALILEO, GLONASS, BDS, QZSS for better navigability. The sensors installed on the device include a Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, proximity, and compass.

    Battery

    Powering the device is a powerful and reliable 5,000mAh, Li-Po non-removable battery. A fast fast-charging 33W wired adapter comes with the device to give you that fast charging option. You can also opt for 15W wireless charging, or reverse 5W wireless charging. The Nothing Phoe 1 has a similar charging system but a lesser battery capacity of 4,500mAh.

    Pros and Cons of Nothing CMF Phone 1

    Pros

    • Modular Design: It boasts a customizable modular design, allowing you to personalize your phone with various accessories.
    • Display: The 6.67-inch FHD AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate ensures smooth visuals and vibrant colors.
    • Battery Life: The 5,000 mAh battery should keep you powered throughout the day. Besides the fast-recharging mechanism is up to task.
    • Android Skin: It runs on Nothing’s own Android skin, Nothing OS, which is generally well-received.
    • Affordable Price: Starting at just Kes 35,000, it provides decent hardware specs without overwhelming your bank account.
    • Durability: considerable IP rating making the phone worth having outdoors for use and fun without a lot about the elements.

    Cons

    • No NFC: the handset lacks NFC connectivity might be a deal-breaker for some users who need the same as part of phone use.
    • Unspecified 3.5mm Jack: While it has a loudspeaker, details about the 3.5mm headphone jack are not provided.
    • Limited Availability: As of now, CMF Phone 1 is limited in supply.

    Verdict

    CMF is a cheaper sub-brand of the main brand Nothing. The phone is cheaper compared to the Nothing Phone 1, but nothing about it is cheap. For a reasonable price, you access premium features. A modular, customizable design, good battery performance, efficient chip and expandable memory support on 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, and 256GB 8GB RAM internal configuration make the device worth having at that price. Despite lacking some features, it is still a great device to acquire on a budget, considering the many premium features you enjoy.

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