CEO of Nothing, Carl Pei, posted a video on X discussing the design direction of AI features in smartphones, expected to be integrated into the upcoming Nothing Phone (3) set for release next year. Pei emphasizes that the future is AI-centric, particularly in the realm of smartphone hardware, as everyone is familiar and enamored with it. The challenge lies in the stagnant user experience of smartphones over the years. Introducing AI into smartphones requires a fresh approach.
Pei advocates for a post-app world, where AI should seamlessly blend various data sources. The goal of Nothing’s AI smartphone venture is to create the “Nintendo of smartphones,” focusing not on cutting-edge technology, but on delivering a fun user experience.
Nothing presents two ideas for building an AI smartphone, with the Home screen playing a central role:
1. The Home screen displays all information users may need in a single interface, constantly updated and notified.
2. A voice assistant system acts as a compassionate companion, guiding users along the way.
These proposed ideas serve as a blueprint and may or may not be implemented in the Nothing Phone (3) in the future.
TLDR: Carl Pei of Nothing introduces the concept of AI-centric smartphones, aiming for a user-friendly and engaging experience, departing from the conventional app-based model.
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