Polestar Phone official: first smartphone from car manufacturer

Polestar, known for its electric cars, has officially introduced its first smartphone: the Polestar Phone. The device will likely only be available in China and will be particularly appealing to Polestar car owners.

Polestar Phone Officially Presented

When you think of Polestar, smartphones probably don't come to mind right away. The company is most recognized as an electric car manufacturer. For instance, we spoke with Anya Ernest about the integration of Android Automotive in the Swedish manufacturer's vehicles.

Despite this, Polestar has now unveiled its first smartphone in China: the Polestar Phone. This move is largely in response to Huawei's and Xiaomi's plans to delve into electric car production themselves. The goal is to provide seamless integration with Polestar cars and dissuade users from transitioning to the competitors' ecosystems.

High-End Specifications

The Polestar Phone boasts high-end features including a 6.8-inch OLED screen with a long 21:9 aspect ratio, similar to the Sony Xperia 1 V. The 120Hz refresh rate ensures smooth images, and the display's brightness of 1850 nits allows for easy readability in all conditions.

The device is powered by a Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chip for excellent performance, with 16GB of RAM and 1TB of storage. Additionally, Polestar promises several AI functions, such as image generation and text summarization.

The 5050 mAh battery charges wirelessly at up to 50 watts, but the wired charging speed is yet to be disclosed. The phone features a 50MP main camera, a 13MP wide-angle lens, and a 10MP telephoto lens on the back, along with a 32MP front camera for selfies.

The Polestar Phone was developed in collaboration with the Chinese smartphone manufacturer Meizu and shares identical specifications with the Meizu 21 Pro. Emphasis is placed on the phone's minimalist design, with thin screen borders and a simple appearance. Weighing 214 grams, it is IP68-certified for water and dust resistance and only available in white.

Only in China?

For now, the Polestar Phone will only be officially released in China, likely a response to Huawei's and Xiaomi's plans. Priced at over $1,000, its availability in the Netherlands seems unlikely at this time.