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HIGHLIGHTS
* Infinix has a new smartphone series coming up with focus on gaming.
* The upcoming Infinix phone will reportedly feature a design similar to the Nothing Phone (2).
* Nothing founder Carl Pei reacted to the news.
* Infinix is said to announce a new GT series phone in India next month.
* As of now, there is no confirmation on Infinix’s new GT series phone.
Infinix is said to announce a new GT series phone in India next month. Tipster Mukul Sharma claims on Twitter that the device is rumored to bear a striking resemblance to the recently launched Nothing Phone (2).
The Glyph Interface LED lights, which have captivated consumers on Nothing phones, could also feature in the design of Infinix’s new offering, as per the tipster.
This move seems to indicate that brands like Infinix are aiming to provide users with a similar experience at a more affordable price point.
The render shared by the tipster showcases an intriguing twist, suggesting that the Infinix phone might incorporate a unique Glyph pattern to enhance its distinctive appeal.
However, Nothing’s CEO, Carl Pei, has taken to Twitter to express his intent to protect the Glyph interface.
Pei asserts that the design is safeguarded by Nothing’s patents, and says that it is time to be prepared for potential legal action to prevent infringement by other smartphone manufacturers.
As of now, there is no official confirmation regarding the launch date of Infinix’s new GT series phone.
It remains to be seen if Infinix has indeed developed a device resembling the sought-after Nothing Phone.
Should the rumors prove true, it will be intriguing to witness how Infinix intends to convince users to choose their offering over its inspiration.
The tipster claims that the new Infinix phone, resembling the Nothing Phone, will hit the Indian market in August, generating further anticipation among consumers.
While specific details about the upcoming Infinix phone are scarce, there are speculations that it could be equipped with either a dual or triple rear camera setup.
Moreover, rumors suggest that the new Infinix GT phone may target gaming enthusiasts, although further information regarding its features remains undisclosed.
Looks like Infinix is Set to Shake Up the Indian Smartphone Market with its latest innovation
The first image re-posted by Mukul Sharma from the brand’s community platform X Club gives the sneak peak of GT.
The device looks very similar to the recently launched Nothing phone.
But given the brands track record of launching innovative technologies and feature led devices at competitive pricing, consumers definitely have something exciting to look forward to in the smartphone space!
From the current user sentiments coming in and the overall look and feel, this device seems to go heavy on gaming.
Carl Pei Responds
Infinix’s new smartphone series will be called ‘GT’, according to a tweet by Mukul Sharma. A render of the upcoming device has also been posted on the Infinix Community XClub.
It shows what’s supposed to be the back design of the upcoming Infinix smartphone. The render shows that there are dual rear cameras aligned vertically on the left corner of the smartphone.
What stands out though is the strikingly similar design to the Nothing Phone (2). Just like the LED light strips on the Phone (2), the Infinix smartphone also has the same design outlined on it.
We can’t confirm if it is going to be LED lights on the Infinix phone as well but the design is too similar to not consider the possibility. Nothing CEO Carl Pei who replied to the tweet saying, “Time to get the lawyers ready! 😂”
In recent news, the Nothing Phone (2) has recently made its debut in India with a starting price of Rs 44,999 and the sale will take place on July 21.
But consumers can buy it at a discounted price. It will effectively be available for Rs 41,999 via Flipkart if you make payments using Axis Bank and HDFC Bank cards.
This basically means that users are getting a big discount of Rs 3,000, making the deal attractive.
The mentioned price is for the 8GB RAM and 128GB storage model. The 12GB + 256GB variant of the new Nothing phone will cost you Rs 49,999, but the bank offer will down the price to Rs 46,999.
As for the upcoming Infinix phone, the company hasn’t made any official announcement yet. But according to the tipster, this smartphone is scheduled to launch in August. So we should start hearing about the upcoming phone very soon.
It also isn’t confirmed if the Infinix GT series will launch with one or more smartphones. The ‘GT’ branding is also familiar since Realme also has a GT smartphone series so that could draw some attention as well.
Infinix wouldn’t be the first to “copy” the Nothing design language in the industry, if it does plan to launch a phone with a similar-looking LED mechanism. A Nothing Phone (1) dupe was spotted at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona earlier this year.
But sometime back, the specifications of the Infinix GT 10 Pro+ were leaked. The smartphone is expected to come with a punch-hole panel with an FHD+ resolution.
It may arrive with MediaTek Dimensity 8050 chipset. It will arrive with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of base internal storage option.
As for cameras, the device is said to come with triple cameras on the back with a 108MP main camera. The smartphone was spotted online with a 5,000mAh battery. Expect some sort of fast charger to be bundled with the phone.
It will likely boot on Android 13 OS out of the box. Interestingly, Infinix will offer ‘XOS for GT’ skin on top of Android, which will be a custom skin for GT phones.
In other news about Infinix, the company launched the Infinix Hot 30 5G recently in India. The smartphone comes with a modern design, a tall form factor, and ingress protection. It is one of the cheapest 5G phones with a massive 6,000mAh battery. The smartphone also has NFC support.
The smartphone sports a 6.78-inch center-punch-hole display with an FHD+ resolution. The LCD panel has an adaptive refresh rate of up to 120Hz. There’s a 50MP Samsung lens on the back and an 8MP camera on the front for selfies. The device can shoot 1440p video from the rear camera.
It is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 6020 octa-core chipset with 4GB/8GB of RAM and 128GB of UFS 2.2 internal storage.
It has a side-mounted fingerprint scanner offering added security. It boots on Android 13 OS out of the box with XOS 13 on top.
It comes with 18W fast charging and has a Type-C port. It’s a 5G phone that has 14 5G bands.
Faqs
1) Infinix To Launch Nothing Phone-Like Smartphone, Nothing CEO Carl Pei Reacts.Details?
Ans) The upcoming GT series phone will look similar to the Nothing Phone (2). The device may have similar lighting strips and shapes making it stand out from other phones. However, unlike Phone (2), the GT phone will likely be priced aggressively.
Nothing’s CEO Carl Pei has responded to the leaked schematic. He said, ‘Time to get the lawyers ready!’. Infinix as well replied to Pei saying ‘You have nothing to worry about’.
It appears that though the design will be similar, Infinix might add a slightly different kind of tech here. As per rumors, the company has the GT series of phones up its sleeve. The exact specs of the phones are unknown.
2) Infinix Nothing Phone (2) clone?
Ans) It is expected to be a gaming-focused smartphone with the Gylph-like lighting interface of the Nothing Phone (2) at the back. Likely, it will be used for notifications and more.
The issue here is it is too similar to the Nothing Phone (2).
Nothing CEO Carl Pei noticed theThe upcoming Infinix phone will reportedly feature a design similar to the Nothing Phone (2).
Nothing founder Carl Pei reacted to the news.
He Tweeted, “Time to get the lawyers ready! ”
While his Tweet seems like a joke, Pei’s answer to the question “Is the glyph patented?” is “Yeah we have to protect our innovations”.