Ben Madilynn
The Nothing Phone 2 has definitely made a leap in terms of evolution compared with its predecessor. The sleek, minimalistic design and impressive performance of this smartphone have already made a lasting impact. One of Nothing Phone’s (2) most impressive features is its display. The bezel-less display with vivid and lifelike colors immerses users in their content. The clarity of every detail is evident whether you are watching videos or looking at photos. The high refresh rate of the phone ensures smooth scrolling, reducing lag and providing a seamless experience.
The impressive camera system is another notable improvement. The Nothing Phone 2 has multiple lenses which capture beautiful shots under different lighting conditions. No matter if it’s a landscape shot or a close up portrait, this camera will deliver exceptional detail and quality. Night Mode allows users to take stunning photos in low light environments. The advanced AI features also enhance the overall experience of photography, allowing anyone to create professional-looking images. The Nothing Phone 2 has made a huge leap in terms of design, display and camera capabilities.
The Nothing Phone (1) reminded me, when I first saw it last year, of gadgets that were popular in the late 1990s and early 2000s. This was especially true of Apple and Nintendo. The Phone (1) pays homage in a very authentic way to transparent devices of old. The Phone (1) was a refreshing change in a world where smartphones are instantly recognisable, and have become boring.
It was a good strategy to combine nostalgia with new audiences, but the Phone 1 could have been much better. Nothing realised what went wrong with the Phone 1, and its successor, Phone 2, seems less bizarre and acceptable as a smartphone powered by Android. The Phone (2) was clearly an attempt by Nothing to create a better smartphone.
I had a brief encounter with the Nothing Phone 2 at the launch in MumbaiWhat are your first thoughts?
It still has a frame made of aluminum that is now 100% recycled (Image credit Anuj Bhatia/Indian Express).
Subtle design differences
Phone (2) is identical to its predecessor. There are no major changes to the design. The transparent glass back of the Phone 2 is similar to the Phone 1. It shows a little bit about what’s in the body. You’ll see the innards of the phone and the LED under the glass. This is what Nothing calls the Glyph Interface (more about that later).
It has the same aluminum frame which is now 100% recycled. However, it also features a slightly larger screen with variable refresh rates of up to 120Hz. The screen is very bright and colourful. I could watch Silicon Valley in a plane from Australia. Delhi Mumbai. Although the difference in size is not noticeable, many people prefer the large screen of the 6.7-inch phone.
In my short time with the Phone II, I used it more. The edges of the glass are gently curved, and the bezels around the screen are smaller. It felt premium and solid in my hands. The phone is slightly heavier, and slightly thicker. However, this is only noticeable if you compare the two phones side-by-side.
The Glyph interface forms the core of the Phone’s identity (Image credit: Anuj Bhahatia/Indian Express)
Glyph light is more versatile
The flashing lights on the Nothing Phone (1), which many made fun of, are still there. The Glyph interface is also the core of the Phone 2. Before Nothing, I think that’s what I remembered. Nokia It was the flashing lights that made people go crazy.
The Phone (2) has a set of LEDs which light up when you receive a text message or call. It’s not the exact same as the original Phone. The Phone (2) offers no deeper customization, but it does allow you to create custom light patterns.
My favorite part is the new glyph timer which shows how close you are to your Uber. Nothing states that it will also be working with Zomato in the future to integrate this functionality.
Anuj Bhatia/Indian Express is credited with the image of Nothing Phone 2, which uses a Snapdragon 8+ Generation 1 SoC.
The old flagship chip that is still very capable
After using the Nothing Phone 2, I noticed how responsive the device is in comparison to the Phone 1. When scrolling through applications or taking notes, there is no lag. The Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, which is faster than the Snapdragon 778G Plus used in the Nothing Phone(1), is responsible for this. Phone (2) may have a slightly older Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 processor, but this still makes it one of fastest phones available. Other than that, the Phone (2) comes with either 12GB or 8GB RAM as well as 128/256/512GB of storage.
The Phone 2 is powered by Android 13 but nothing has heavily customized the user interface. The monochrome interface is very pleasing, especially with the dot-matrix icons and text. There is no guarantee that the Phone 2 will receive OS updates for three years and security updates for an additional four years. This is an attempt to compete with Samsung And the rest of industry.
This year’s phone (2) has a slightly bigger 4700mAh cell than the 4500mAh battery of Phone (1). It remains to be tested how well it will perform. I do hope that the battery will last for a whole day with a single charge. It supports fast charging at 45 watts, and Nothing claims that it will charge the phone from zero to full within 55 minutes.
The Phone (2) is not guaranteed to receive OS updates every three years. (Image credit Anuj Bhatia/Indian Express).
Same cameras, better processing
The Phone’s 1 camera didn’t impress me. The iPhone 13’s camera was sharper and had more details. This time, Nothing sticks with the same camera set-up we saw in the Phone 1. There are two 50-megapixel cameras—one main camera and other an ultra-wide one.
Although it is too early to judge the performance of the cameras, I believe that the new Snapdragon processor will result in improved software processing and better exposure.
This week, we will be releasing a detailed review of the Phone 2.
Early Thoughts
In general, those who are happy with the Nothing Phone (1 ) will find that these updates made to Phone (2 ) seem indulgent. People will be unable to tell any difference between Phone (1) and Phone 2.
Not to say things haven’t changed a lot since the Phone 1. Although the design is the same as the previous year, performance and screen have been greatly improved. The price has also increased, with the base version starting at Rs 44 999.
