After its debut last year, Nio has officially launched the Nio Phone 2, the second generation of its flagship smartphone. The new model continues the company’s tradition of seamless integration with its electric vehicles, alongside some impressive hardware specifications.

Nio Phone 2 Specifications

The Nio Phone 2 features a large 6.82-inch QHD+ display with a peak brightness of 2600 nits. The screen is a custom-made, four-curved panel from Samsung which supports a variable refresh rate from 1Hz to 120Hz and 1440Hz high-frequency dimming for smoother visuals.

Powered by the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chip, the Nio Phone 2 also includes the “Gun Yu Cooling System” to manage heat during demanding tasks. Nio claims the phone maintains a surface temperature of 40°C while running “Honor of Kings” at 119 frames per second, and 47.6°C while playing “Honkai Impact 3” at 59.5 frames per second.

The camera system includes a 48MP LYT-T808 (IMX888) main sensor, a 48MP LYT-600 (IMX882) ultra-wide lens, and a 50MP IMX890 periscope telephoto lens. Fueling the device is a 5020mAh battery and supports 80W wired charging and 50W wireless charging.

One of the most interesting features of the Nio Phone 2 is its software. It runs a customized version of Android that Nio claims has “0 system ads and 0 commercial pre-installed apps.”

Additionally, the Nio Phone 2 introduces “NOMI GPT,” a suite of AI features built around Nio’s self-developed multimodal perception, cognitive center, emotion engine, and multi-expert Agent. This includes a large model encyclopedia, AI-powered chat experiences, and car-related functions like Q&A and scene generation.

The most intriguing new software feature, however, is the “NIO Link Car Broadcast” function. It allows users to directly access their car’s camera system for live streaming, or even showcase their driving perspective during WeChat video calls –  though the latter requires operation from the passenger seat.

Price and Availability

The Nio Phone 2 is available in three configurations: the base model with 12GB of RAM and 512GB of storage is priced at 6499 yuan (approximately USD 896), the mid-tier option with 12GB of RAM and 1TB of storage costs 6899 yuan (USD 951), and the top-tier “EP Edition” with 16GB of RAM and 1TB of storage is priced at 7499 yuan (USD 1034).

Nio is also offering a 500 yuan voucher towards the purchase of the new model for first-generation Nio Phone users. Pre-orders are now open, with official sales starting in China on August 10th.

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Nio’s Vice President Bai Jian has officially announced the launch of its highly anticipated second-generation smartphone, the Nio Phone 2, on July 27th at the Nio Innovation and Technology Day. The new phone promises significant upgrades, including integration with large AI models, enhanced system fluidity, and deeper connectivity with Nio’s electric vehicle ecosystem.

The Nio Phone 2 aims to provide a seamless and convenient driving experience by allowing users to control various car functions directly from their phones, such as unlocking/locking, starting the vehicle, adjusting settings, and accessing the car’s infotainment system. The phone’s integration with AI will further enhance its capabilities, enabling smarter interactions and potentially more advanced applications in the future.

Under the hood, the Nio Phone 2 is rumored to be powered by Qualcomm’s latest and most powerful chip, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, which will significantly boost the phone’s AI and computational capabilities. There’s also a possibility that the phone will feature the overclocked version of the Snapdragon Gen 3. This will not only improve the overall performance but also enable the phone to support more demanding applications and features.

The phone was spotted on China’s 3C certification platform recently. The device is expected to feature a 5000mAh battery and a 100W charger. The exact fast charging capability remains uncertain at this point.

Nio’s venture into the smartphone market is seen as a defensive strategy in response to Huawei and Xiaomi’s entry into the electric car market. By creating a phone that deeply integrates with its vehicles, Nio aims to provide a unique and superior user experience for its customers, setting it apart from its competitors.

Looking back at Nio’s smartphone journey, the company launched its first phone, the Nio Phone, in September 2023. The phone came with an overclocked 3.36GHz Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset, a 6.81-inch 2K AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, a triple camera system featuring a 50MP main sensor, and a 5,200mAh battery.

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In September 2023, China’s Nio, which is best known for its electric vehicles, launched its first smartphone, the Nio Phone, in the home market. In March of this year, the company’s CEO, William Li, confirmed that the Nio Phone 2 reportedly entered the developmental phase. He also said the company plans to launch one new phone yearly. The arrival of the Nio Phone 2 is near, as it has reportedly received approval from China’s 3C certification platform.

Nio Phone 2 3C certified

Before its launch, the Nio Phone, with model number N2301, appeared on the 3C certification platform, equipped with a 100W charger. However, the phone only supports 66W wired charging and 50W wireless charging.

As seen above, the 3C database has spotted a new Nio smartphone with the model number N2401, along with a 100W charger. This device is likely the upcoming Nio Phone 2. Although it has a 100W charger listed, it’s unclear if it will support 100W charging or 66W charging like its predecessor.

It should be noted that a Nio battery with model number NBET02 and 4,900mAh (rated value) was spotted in May at the 3C certification. It is likely that this battery, with a probable 5,000mAh typical value, may power the Nio Phone 2. To recall, the Nio Phone appeared in 3C’s database in September and went official in the same month. Hence, there is a possibility that the Nio Phone 2 may debut later this month or in August.

Nio’s decision to build phones is a defensive strategy in response to Huawei and Xiaomi entering the electric car market. To recall, the Nio Phone is designed to work as a comprehensive car key, allowing owners to unlock, lock, and even start their vehicles using their phone, even when the phone is turned off. It also enables extensive vehicle control, allowing users to adjust settings like air conditioning, seats, and music, directly from their phone. Additionally, the phone seamlessly integrates with the car’s infotainment system, enabling features like automatic syncing of music and contacts, and smooth transitions of video meetings between devices.

The Nio Phone features an overclocked 3.36GHz Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset, a 6.81-inch AMOLED 2K 120Hz screen, a 50-megapixel triple camera setup, and a 5,200mAh battery. There is a possibility that the Nio phone may come equipped with an overclocked version of the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3.

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