Tesla is a brand that is best known for its electric cars. But did you know that Tesla is rumored to be prepping for a brand-new phone? If you are a fan of Tesla and an avid follower of Elon Musk, this is a reason to celebrate, isn’t it?
The phone is known as Tesla Pi Phone, and many fans are going crazy about this, despite it being a rumor for now.
The Tesla Pi Phone does not even have an official photo yet. But here is what the phone looks like according to a Twitter netizen:
Elon Musk’s Tesla has been making waves in various aspects lately, not to mention this CEO and co-founder being the undisputed richest person in the world.
From the idea of space travel to automobiles, Elon Musk’s company has dipped its hand into quite a few interesting areas. People are now clamoring to know everything about the Tesla Pi Phone, rumored to be the electric vehicle brand’s take on the modern smartphone.
And, of course, with Elon Musk behind its operations, you would expect this upcoming Tesla phone to tackle the likes of Apple’s iPhones and Samsung. With the phone rumored to be hitting the stores soon, people’s curiosity has peaked through the roof. So, in this blog, we will present you with what we know so far about this Tesla Pi Phone.
Tesla Pi Phone Release Date
According to several media outlets, Tesla’s take on the smartphone through its Tesla Pi Phone is set to release in December 2022. That means it is going to be just a few weeks from now. It is bound to be a really Merry Christmas for those following this product.
Specs
Nothing is official yet on the specifications of the Tesla Pi Phone, but we have researched to find out what people are saying about this regard.
- Display: 6.7-inch OLED panel, 120Hz refresh rate, and 458ppi pixel density
- RAM: 8 GB
- Storage: 512 GB
- Camera: The rear camera system is rumored to have a triple camera setup, with 50 MP on each lens. The selfie camera is slated to have a 40 MP lens.
- Color: Only one option – black
- Weight: Tesla Pi Phone will be heavier, compared to its competitors, weighing 240 grams, according to speculations
- Battery: The phone could have a 5000mAh battery
You must have noticed it. Where are the details about the processor? Well, this is by far the most unofficial. Some reports say that Tesla could be using a processor they have developed in-house, while others state that it could use a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 processor. Either way, most sources reveal that the phone will utilize an Octa-core processor.
Features
The features of this phone, too, are mostly rumors. Here are some of the stories surrounding the features of the Tesla Pi Phone.
1. Satellite Internet
Elon Musk is also the CEO of SpaceX, which has introduced and incorporated its satellite-based Internet service, Starlink. Rumors say that Tesla might incorporate Starlink’s service into its new phone.
However, according to those who argue against the rumor, the primary issue here is the huge antennae that such a service requires. It would be a bit difficult for Tesla to fit this into a phone.
At the most, what they could ensure is that Starlink works with the phone in areas where it is already established. They could even fit the antennae into their automobiles, which could then be paired and used with the new phone. In other words, this feature is quite far off at this point. Let us move forward.
2. Controlling Tesla Cars
Sounds vast and interesting? It really is. You know that Tesla has already launched an app for Android smartphones and iPhones that allows users to control their Tesla cars. This app helps them lock or unlock the car, start or stop the engine, and even call the vehicle to their location. Just wow.
Rumors are saying the app could be entirely incorporated into Tesla Pi Phone’s software to allow use via external buttons as well. This is much more possible compared to the previous feature discussed. But again, it is not official.
3. Neuralink
Neuralink is another company owned by Elon Musk. This company aims to create a seamless interface between computers and the human brain, allowing people to control computers just by thinking about a particular action. Sounds like X-Men’s Professor X?
A Neuralink app is already in development, mind you, enabling people to soon, hopefully, be able to use their phones, mouse, and keyboard directly through their brains. This Neuralink app could be added to the Tesla phone differently, with more profound emphasis and integration.
However, the app is still in development, and the experts in this field say they do not foresee Neuralink integration into phones until the second half of 2023 at the earliest.
4. Cryptocurrency
Cryptocurrency together with the new Tesla phone? Well, here are the facts. Elon Musk has been vocal about cryptocurrency in the past, and he himself is an avid investor of Dogecoin. There are reports saying that the Tesla Pi Phone could come with hardware that would be able to mine cryptocurrency.
But do not get excited just yet. Experts believe this is a stretch since it requires some serious firepower. Consider it as a big idea quite impossible. Computers used for mining cryptocurrency are extremely powerful and have specifications really different from the computers we use today.
5. Solar Charging
Tesla is also into manufacturing solar panels. So it would not be too far-fetched to think that Tesla would incorporate some sort of solar charging into the upcoming phone. However, the experts are saying they do not see this happening with the phone’s body itself.
Tesla could release branded cases that use solar energy to power the phone. However, this would require the Tesla Pi Phone to integrate solar charging hardware. This seems more feasible than the other features, especially when considering Tesla’s innovative approaches.
6. Astrophotography
Many new smartphones launched on the market today are trying to upgrade their cameras to make way for some form of functionality that comes close to DSLRs. With this being said, and with Elon Musk’s inclination toward space photography, primarily through SpaceX, it is highly likely that the Tesla Pi Phone could provide a set of cameras that are highly capable of astrophotography. If this feature is part of the new phone, also expect the phone’s price to shoot up considerably.
Price
Tesla has no official information yet on the price of the upcoming Pi Phone. However, rumors say the price could be between $800 and $1,200.
Wrapping Up
Many are far-fetched, and many are merely big ideas that have not yet come to life. The details about the Tesla Pi Phone are still sketchy, but there is a lot to look forward to here.
This phone could prove to be a game-changer in the smartphone market. Moreover, considering the features that Tesla has for its products, its phone could be among the most feature-laden phones in history.
