CMF Phone 1 by Nothing review

08 July 2024


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Ortana, 10 Jul 2024Still can't be swappable on the fly. Still involves de... moreAn easy solution is to peel off the adhesive, then use a milder and weaker adhesive/double-sided tape for all subsequent batteries.

    NeonHD, 10 Jul 2024The battery is still technically speaking removable, no? ... moreStill can't be swappable on the fly. Still involves dealing with a stupid layer of adhesive that is messy as hell.

      Hello Moto, 09 Jul 2024Why even have a removable back without a removable battery?... moreThe battery is still technically speaking removable, no?

      I will answer my own question: it should still be removable. Just peel off the protective layers, disconnect the flex cable from the battery, and done. It's not that hard. Granted CMF could've made it more easy, but it's honestly not that hard. As long as it's not like how the first Moto G's were designed.

        Wrekt1, 10 Jul 2024You need to realize the fact that some people actually leav... moreYou clearly did not read my comment carefully. I never stated that I didn't have any use for NFC, that's a strawman argument made by you.

        Of course I would love to pay with my phone, who wouldn't? Alas, it's one of the features you need to give up after unlocking and rooting your phone.

          Anonymous, 10 Jul 2024This 200$ phone will be too slow for performance before you... moreAn octa-core A78 + A55 is not "too slow for performance", even years down the road. Trust me on this one.

            Anonymous, 10 Jul 2024It's gimmicky because it doesn't offer any added ... moreLike I said buddy, it's all subjective. "Inferior" is quite subjective. A plastic back is still more durable than a glass back.

            If the screws and the back weren't removable, then okay fair enough. But the fact is that it's removable, so I'd argue it's not a gimmick. You are free to disagree.

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              • Anonymous
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              • 10 Jul 2024

              NeonHD, 10 Jul 2024It's all subjective, buddy. I don't care abou... moreIt's gimmicky because it doesn't offer any added value. They're trying to create buzz while selling you an inferior product.

              Removable back with user replaceable battery, that is off the shelf available without voiding the warranty or some other fine print shit, is something useful.

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                • Anonymous
                • vaS
                • 10 Jul 2024

                Anonymous, 09 Jul 2024I really don't understand why people and tech youtuber... moreI also don't understand how some people like you couldn't just leave a niche product alone? You have so much same same stuff to choose from anyway. I'm not a fan but you have lots of mainstream models and this phone's existence isn't gonna affect your choices.

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                  • Anonymous
                  • vaS
                  • 10 Jul 2024

                  Wrekt1, 10 Jul 2024You need to realize the fact that some people actually leav... moreThe target market for this doesn't rely on NFC. Payments can also be done with QR codes.so be careful with assumptions like that.

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                    • Anonymous
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                    • 10 Jul 2024

                    NeonHD, 10 Jul 2024Removable back is what makes battery replacement much easie... moreThis 200$ phone will be too slow for performance before you will need to change the battery. And even tho it's easier to change, non-tech savvy people will still need to go to repair shop so they can get their battery changed.

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                      • Anonymous
                      • 3Rr
                      • 10 Jul 2024

                      I remember when Oneplus 2 came without NFC 10 years ago and people were mad about it. How can you make the same error again with nfc is so widespread? Definitely a bummer.

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                        • 10 Jul 2024

                        NeonHD, 10 Jul 2024Hello, adult here. I never use NFC mainly because I can... moreYou need to realize the fact that some people actually leave their dens way more than you and use their phones for payment, passes, public transport and also other NFC functions related to other devices. If I didn't use my NFC, I'd have to carry 5 different cards on me and a wallet for those. That's one extra pocket being used and one more thing to worry about.

                          Anonymous, 09 Jul 2024It's textbook "form over function" gimmicky ... moreIt's all subjective, buddy.

                          I don't care about their marketing. I just like the design. Whether you think it's gimmicky is your own opinion.

                            Hello Moto, 09 Jul 2024Then it should be advertised as a phone for kids, because n... moreHello, adult here. I never use NFC mainly because I can't.

                            I am bootloader unlocked on all the phones I use and therefore can't pass the Play Integrity check. Therefore, paying with my phone has never been an option.

                              Anonymous, 09 Jul 2024I really don't understand why people and tech youtuber... moreRemovable back is what makes battery replacement much easier tho, I thought this would be obvious

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                                • Anonymous
                                • Hxd
                                • 09 Jul 2024

                                No nfc in 2024 is kinda crazy and a step back

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                                  • Anonymous
                                  • hyv
                                  • 09 Jul 2024

                                  I really don't understand why people and tech youtubers are hyping this phone. Removable back? Just go get one case for 3-4$ and there you go. For the price this phone does not offer anything, you will be better with some poco phone at least you will get charger, NFC, 3.5 jack, stereo speakers for the same price, not all these useless *features" CMF offers.

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                                    • Anonymous
                                    • gLT
                                    • 09 Jul 2024

                                    Hello Moto, 09 Jul 2024Then it should be advertised as a phone for kids, because n... moreTell that Google.

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                                      • 09 Jul 2024

                                      Hello Moto, 09 Jul 2024Then it should be advertised as a phone for kids, because n... morewhy not? its more than enough for daily use

                                        Booby , 09 Jul 2024This phone is obviously for youngsters so stop it already a... moreThen it should be advertised as a phone for kids, because no adult in 2024 will buy a phone without NFC.