In a recent turn of events, the co-founder of Nothing, Akis Evangelidis, has responded to a viral video showcasing the CMF Phone 1's depth camera capabilities. Users were surprised to discover that by accessing the depth sensor, they could see through certain objects. Evangelidis has now explained the situation and announced that third-party access to the depth sensor will be restricted within a week.

The CMF Phone 1, a newly launched Android handset, has been gaining praise for its affordability and fun features. However, users quickly uncovered an unexpected aspect of the device. Despite making compromises to keep the phone affordable, Nothing equipped it with a 50MP main camera and an undisclosed depth sensor instead of a proper secondary camera.

Initially, CMF made sure that the depth sensor could not be accessed through normal means. However, a clever user found a workaround using a third-party app in developer mode, granting them access to the depth sensor's output. Upon pointing the camera at the back of a TV remote, the sensor astonishingly revealed the batteries inside, even with the cover intact.

The video showcasing this unique feature quickly went viral, leading Akis Evangelidis to take to X (formerly Twitter) to address the situation. He explained that the depth sensor in the CMF Phone 1 lacks an infrared light filter, allowing it to occasionally reveal the inner structure of thin or semi-transparent objects.

Evangelidis emphasized that Nothing values its knowledgeable and crafty user base, acknowledging that scrutiny and feedback drive continuous improvement for the benefit of users. However, due to privacy concerns raised by some, the decision has been made to restrict third-party apps from accessing the depth sensor's output. This adjustment is expected to be implemented through a software update within a week.

When questioned about the decision to restrict access, Evangelidis acknowledged that leaving the feature intact could be seen as cool. However, he also mentioned that some people are trying to undermine the success of Nothing and the company wants to play it safe in response to various angles of scrutiny.

As users await the software update, opinions are divided on this unexpected functionality on a $200 phone. While some find it intriguing and cool, others express concerns about privacy implications. Rest assured, Nothing is taking the necessary steps to address these concerns and ensure user privacy remains a priority.