The Nio Phone gives users access to 30 car-related functions, some of which will be familiar to anyone using a car app on their current phone, and some of which are far more advanced. In addition to being able to locate and remotely park your Nio, you can raise the windows, open the trunk, and even unlock the door when the phone is completely flat by pressing a dedicated button.
The smartphone also integrates with the Nio's infotainment system, which will please owners since the brand's cars don't come with Apple CarPlay or Android Auto. But the device's biggest strength may simply be a more seamless connection to the car than the often clunky ones many of us endure.
Technically, the Nio phone is the work of Hunan-based Lens Technology. And it won't be the last - Geely-owned Volvo and Polestar plan to launch their own phones soon.
Nio Phone
Priced from 5,999 yuan ($822) to 7,499 yuan ($1,027), the Nio Phone is actually three models, each with a different memory spec, but using the same 6.81-inch 2K screen - making it slightly bigger than an iPhone 15 Pro Max - and packing three rear cameras.
Speaking of technical details, the RAM memory ranges from 12 to 16 GB, the hard drive memory offers either 512 GB or 1 TB of storage and the 5,200 mAh battery can charge at 66W when plugged in or 50W via a wireless connection. All three versions are built around a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor and run an Android-based Sky UI operating system.
Nio doesn't plan to launch the Nio Phone in Europe or anywhere else outside of China, at least until its market share and brand recognition grow. Sales in China will begin on September 28.
Source: Carnewschina
