I’ve been a big fan of Nothing for the longest time. I followed it on socials until i could get a NP1 through the US Beta program and then I joined the Discord server as a Black Dot holder. I bought a NP2. I bought Nothing Ear (2) and Nothing Ear. I tested the CMF Phone 1 in the CBT program. I even bought a NP2a Plus though I had to return it. I’ve gotten work associates interested in the brand and have converted some into sales. To say I’ve been all-in would be entirely accurate. And I’m not alone.
But is my enthusiasm now misplaced? “US / Canada / Mexico - Community Edition is not available through the US Beta programme.” The 2a/2a Plus can only be purchased through the US Beta if you’re lucky to have them be in stock when you want to buy. What’s the end game here? Is Nothing pulling back from any form of North American smart phone market participation? Why should we be enthusiastic about products we can only admire from afar? I’d love for someone from the Nothing community team provide a meaningful reply to these concerns.