Tesla Model Pi smartphone 2022: Everything you need to know 

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Tesla, the world’s biggest electric vehicle maker, is reportedly working on a futuristic smartphone, potentially named Model Pi.

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Despite widespread industry leaks and rumours, the Texas-based company has been tight-lipped about the purported device.

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It has not confirmed production plans yet and is keeping product development under wraps.

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However, industry insiders expect the company to launch its first smartphone late next year or in early 2024.

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However, industry insiders expect the company to launch its first smartphone late next year or in early 2024.

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The Model Pi smartphone is expected to come with an inbuilt functionality to gain access to Starlink, allowing users to surf the web without relying on Earth-bound telecoms networks.

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