Nothing Unlikely To Launch Foldable Phone

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Nothing has smartphones in the market, with more to come but a foldable is not in its plans.

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Carl Pei confirmed this news via an interview recently, saying foldable is not the direction in which he wants to take the brand.

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He suggested brands are bringing foldables as forced innovation, and he is not excited about the product.

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Foldable phones from brands like Samsung, Oppo and Motorola are available, with more to come in the near future.

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For a brand like Nothing, focusing on a foldable might not make business sense, similar to Carl's opinion on smartwatches.

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But there is a market for foldable devices, which is why Google has launched the Pixel Fold this year.

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Nothing has its eyes set on the market with phones, audio products and more. Foldable will need greater funds to make and sell.

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The company has launched the Phone 2 in the market this month, which is also making its debut in the US this year.

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The phone will be available later this month and focuses on the premium segment.

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