Speculation arises as Nothing India's recent post on X, formerly known as Twitter, hints at a collaboration with Perplexity AI, sparking curiosity about its potential connection to the upcoming Nothing Phone 2a. Perplexity AI, a California-based company co-founded by Aravind Srinivas, Denis Yarats, Johnny Ho, and Andy Konwinski, offers an app available on both Android and iOS platforms, featuring free and premium versions.While details on the integration of Perplexity AI into the Nothing Phone 2a remain undisclosed, co-founder Aravind Srinivas has confirmed the partnership's official status. With the emergence of Galaxy AI and a growing interest among smartphone users in AI services, the potential incorporation of Perplexity AI hints at a trend towards integrating advanced AI capabilities into mobile devices.

Perplexity AI distinguishes itself as a conversational search engine leveraging OpenAI's GPT technology, offering features such as an AI chatbot and personalized user experiences. Unlike ChatGPT, it extends its functionalities to web searches and AI-driven content summarization, with subscription options including a free version and a premium tier priced at $20 per month. The upcoming Nothing Phone 2a, positioned between its predecessors in terms of pricing and features, promises enhancements like improved camera performance and is slated to debut on March 5th, likely powered by the Mediatek Dimensity 7200 SoC with ample RAM and storage options.