Smartphones

CMF Phone 2 Pro is a reinvented modular phone

With an interchangeable camera lens

Published

April 29, 2025

Luigi Leonardo

Modular smartphones are still a dream. Though there are a few smaller brands offering modularity, the mythical smartphone segment eludes most of us. In the meantime, we can make do with Nothing’s CMF lineup. And now, the lineup’s modularity is getting an upgrade with the newly launched CMF Phone 2 Pro.

Last year, the CMF Phone 1 wowed users by introducing a customizable rear wherein attachable accessories can change how to use the smartphone. For example, users can attach a lanyard to help keep the phone on them while on the go.

Modularity 2.0

Today, Nothing has unveiled the CMF Phone 2 Pro. This time, the new smartphone slightly revamps how modularity works. The phone will no longer require users to remove the rear panel. Instead, a magnetic phone cover, attachable via screws, will allow users to magnetically connect other accessories, such as a wallet and stand. The lanyard also makes a return.

Additionally, the rear camera now features interchangeable lens. Users can easily pop out the lens and attach a new one. It currently has an attachable fisheye and macro lens available.

A smartphone under the hood

As a smartphone, the CMF Phone 2 Pro is still a capable beast. It features the Dimensity 7300 Pro 5G for a processor. This chipset comes paired with 8GB RAM and up to 256GB of internal storage (expandable up to 2TB). The phone also has a 6.77-inch AMOLED display, capable of 120HZ refresh rate and 3000 nits peak brightness.

It has three rear cameras consisting of a 50-megapixel main sensor, a 50-megapixel telephoto lens, and an 8-megapixel ultra-wide lens. To cap off the cameras, the CMF Phone 2 Pro sports a 16-megapixel selfie shooter.

Finally, the smartphone comes with a 5000mAh battery, capable of 33W wired charging. It has an improved IP54 dust and water resistance, presumably because of the non-removable rear.

Price, availability

Availability is a bit spotty right now. Preorders are already available now. However, American customers can grab the smartphone only through Nothing’s beta program. The CMF Phone 2 Pro officially comes out on May 6.

The 128GB variant will sell for EUR 249. Meanwhile, the 256GB model is set at EUR 279. Users can grab the attachable accessories starting at EUR 25 for the lanyard and EUR 65 for all the accessories bundled.

The CMF Phone 2 Pro comes in four colorways: black, white, orange, and light green.

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Report: ‘Accessible flagship’ smartphones might provide best value this year

Next-gen hardware, AI optimization among consumer demands to justify price hike

Published

April 9, 2026

GadgetMatch

As global smartphone prices continue to rise, the “accessible flagship” segment could be the only bright spot for manufacturers this year.

But that’s only if they gamble and improve specs significantly for attractive devices. According to a recent Counterpoint report, taking into consideration MWC 2026 Barcelona insights, consumers are looking for significant upgrades for their next smartphone purchase instead of iterative updates.

This includes a combination of next-generation hardware, deeply optimized AI software, and affordability for a premium-grade experience.

The demand for these upgrades from one generation to another stems from a massive spike in memory costs. With smartphone manufacturers increasing their prices drastically, consumers in turn are demanding more in return to justify such adjustments.

As such, manufacturers like Samsung, Xiaomi, Google, HONOR, Motorola, and OPPO continue to democratize features once reserved for the most expensive handsets.

Chance for smartphone manufacturers to shine

It is clear that leading smartphone companies are focusing on next-generation chipsets, professional-grade imaging, and high-efficiency batteries, as well as AI adoption.

So those who successfully integrate cutting-edge hardware with deeply optimized AI software into such accessible flagship ((US$ 700 to US$ 999) devices will more likely win the battle.

According to the report, only Samsung and Xiaomi have released phones falling under the “accessible flagship” category so far this year. These are obviously the Samsung Galaxy S26 series and Xiaomi 17 series, although OPPO has also launched the Reno15 series.

This means there is an opportunity for other OEMs like Google, Motorola, and HONOR to launch better packages later in the year.

The report specifically mentions HONOR as a brand that has seen considerable growth in its accessible flagship tier (HONOR number series) sales outside of China in the last few years.

The report concludes by mentioning that in 2026, shipments are predicted to drop by 12% (year-on-year). Along with this, only improving specs significantly shall enable brands to stand out.

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Apple’s iPhone Fold reportedly hits engineering delays

But it’s still supposedly on track for a September launch.

Published

April 8, 2026

Luigi Leonardo

The foldable iPhone might be the most mythical device in technology today. Rumoured as far back as the launch of the very first Galaxy Fold, the so-called iPhone Fold has peeked in and out of the spotlight over the years but has yet to make its full debut. Sources today have speculated that Apple is readying its much awaited launch for this year; however, a few hitches might derail the expected unveiling.

According to Nikkei, Apple has pushed forward with the foldable iPhone’s test production phase, which marks an advanced stage in the device’s production. However, a source indicates that the device has encountered engineering issues, potentially pushing its launch back by an undisclosed amount of time. Apple is reportedly working on the issues now.

Opposite this report, Bloomberg‘s Mark Gurman reports that the iPhone Fold can still reach its projected launch later this September. As any fan of the iPhone can attest to, September is the usual ground zero for the latest generation of iPhones. Should Apple meet its September launch, the iPhone Fold will launch alongside the iPhone 18 series. This also makes it possible to be Apple’s “one more thing” for September’s event.

There’s a lot riding on Apple’s foldable phone. Fans have been clamoring for the iPhone Fold for a while now, especially since Samsung remains an undisputed cornerstone in the foldable market. Despite the demand, it might take a while for the foldable to truly take off. If Apple’s gingerly approach to foldables is any indication, the iPhone Fold will likely take a few iterations to match Samsung in terms of supply and market share.

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