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Nothing CMF Phone 1

Nothing CMF Phone 1
alaScore 96

39 reviews

Dec, 2024

alaTest has collected and analyzed 39 reviews of Nothing CMF Phone 1. The average rating for this product is 4.1/5, compared to an average rating of 4.1/5 for other Cell phones for all reviews. People really like the screen and battery. The price and design also get good feedback. Many are negative about the camera. Opinions are divided on the portability.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Cell phones the Nothing CMF Phone 1 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 96/100 = Excellent quality.

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Expert review by : GSMArena Team (gsmarena.com)

CMF Phone 1 by Nothing review

 

Nothing is a relatively new brand itself but their subbrand - CMF - is even more recent and so far limited itself to offering smartphone accessories with...

Unique, standout design with a focus on customizability, repairability and sustainability.

No charger in the box.

We have no doubt that the CMF Phone 1 will find its fanbase.

Jul, 2024

Expert review by : Julian Chokkattu (wired.com)

Cmf Phone 1

 

I used this $199 smartphone to cover a launch event in Paris and it was nearly flawless.

Excellent performance. Solid camera. Two-day battery life. Sharp and bright AMOLED screen. Well-designed software with good software support. Fun accessories and unique design.

Spotty band support in the US. No NFC.

Jul, 2024

Expert review by : Sern Wen (gizmochina_com)

CMF Phone 1 Review: What's Left But The Design? - Gizmochina

 

I'm hoping the next CMF Phone will be more and more modular, until a truly modular phone comes out.

Jul, 2024

Expert review by : Antoine Engels (androidpit.com)

Nothing CMF Phone 1 Review: Is the Cool Design mere Window Dressing?

 

The CMF Phone 1 is the first smartphone from Nothing's sub-brand, CMF. Find out my honest opinion in this full review on whether it is worth buying.

Unique design ; Excellent battery life ; Bloatware-free Nothing OS 2.6 ; Smooth 120 Hz AMOLED screen ; Very decent performance

Only 3 years of updates ; Disappointing camera performance ; Slow wired charging ; No NFC support

Would I recommend the CMF Phone 1 for $199? Yes! The CMF Phone 1 does some things very well. The design is unique, and no other manufacturer offers such a polished look. Battery life is excellent. Screen quality and performance are also very good for...

Jul, 2024

Expert review by : Deepak Rajawat (smartprix_com)

Nothing CMF Phone 1 Review: Set to Disrupt the Budget Market?

 

Nothing's sub-brand CMF (Colour Material Finish) is shaking up the Indian smartphone market with its first release, the CMF Phone 1. Tailored for budget-conscious buyers, this phone is all about eye-catching design and affordability. But does the CMF...

Reliable performance ; Unique Customizable Design ; Clean UI ; Good primary camera ; Long-lasting battery with fast charging

Reliable performance ; Unique Customizable Design ; Clean UI ; Good primary camera ; Long-lasting battery with fast charging

Design and Build :

Jul, 2024

Expert review by : Ben Schoon (9to5google.com)

Review: Nothing's $199 CMF Phone (1) is either the best deal in Android or too good to be true

 

Cheap Android phones nowadays are probably better than they're given credit for, but it also feels like it's been a...

Jul, 2024

Expert review by : Cam Bunton (trustedreviews.com)

Nothing CMF Phone 1 Review

 

Nothing's CMF Phone 1 is easily one of the most interesting budget-focused phones we've seen for a long time, even if it's not perfect.

Attractive, fun design ; Very accessible price point ; Big, bright and vibrant display

Second camera is only for depth sensing ; IP52 rating means little moisture protection ; Slow charging

While Nothing’s CMF Phone 1 won’t be competing with some of the most capable phones around, its modular design charm, attractive Android user interface and solid everyday performance all punch well above its £209 price point.

Jul, 2024

Expert review by : Luke Baker (techadvisor.co.uk)

CMF Phone 1 review: Exactly what the budget market was missing

 

The CMF Phone 1 stands out from the crowd with a unique modular chassis and a healthy dose of the brand's signature style, but should you buy one?

Unique and stylish design ; Bloat-free operating system ; Solid performance ; Fun accessories ; Excellent value

No NFC ; Only IP52 rated ; Simple camera setup

The CMF Phone 1 is the most stylish and interesting design to hit the budget market in years. It’s not perfect, but if you want something different, and don’t want to spend the big bucks, it’s certainly the way to go.

Jul, 2024

Expert review by : Tom Morgan-Freelander (stuff.tv)

CMF Phone 1 review: cheap and cheerful can be a very good thing

 

Affordable internals under a modular skin make the CMF Phone 1 something of a bargain. Nothing's latest isn't perfect, though.

Performance and longevity you don’t expect for the money ; Eye-pleasing OLED display from a class above ; Screw-on accessories a neat design twist

Bad stuff 1 ; Bad stuff 2

Proof that decent budget phones still exist. Some clever accessories set the CMF Phone 1 apart from cheap rivals; great performance, long battery life and a gorgeous screen better almost all of ’em.

Jul, 2024

Expert review by : Cheryl Tan (hardwarezone.com.sg)

CMF Nothing Phone 1 review: Screwing around with a 'modular' phone

 

We kid you not - you can screw accessories on this phone, and it's affordable too! #cmfphone1 #cmfbynothing #smartphone

Affordable ; Unique customisation features ; Large AMOLED screen, 120Hz refresh rate ; Great battery life

Only one rear camera, no ultrawide ; Passable camera quality, but not great ; Performance isn't the worst, but not the best either

The TL;DR version: The CMF Phone 1 might be the brand's first phone, but it came out swinging hard with nice features like a 120Hz refresh rate, 50MP camera, and the slick Nothing OS for just S$369. The ability to swap out rear plates and accessories...

Oct, 2024
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