Elon Musk said Tesla could launch a mobile phone, but only on one condition

Rumors about the launch of a supposed Tesla smartphone have existed for years, but the device never made it to market. Speaking about the issue on Monday (4), Elon Musk, CEO of the automaker, said that the company does not have any projects of this type ongoing. did not completely rule out the idea.

In a podcast interview The Joe Rogan ExperienceThe billionaire announced that the electric car maker will invest in the mobile phone business only under certain market conditions. This will be related to the behavior of Apple and Google, two industry giants responsible for the world’s most popular mobile operating systems.

“What If Apple, Google, and Android Started Doing Really Bad Things?I don’t know, like app censorship or… really bad gatekeeping, so I think we’re going to make a mobile phone,” the businessman explained the possibility of developing a “Tesla Phone” , during a conversation with the podcaster.

As stated by Android AuthorityTwo major tech experts have been accused of such behavior by European Union regulators. Companies designated as gatekeepers have been forced to change their strategies to allow for competitive interoperability by complying with the Digital Markets Act (DMA).

mobile phone without Android

Currently commenting on the possibility of Tesla launching its smartphone, Musk suggested that if the device is developed, it will not use Android, and iOS will not be an option since it belongs to Apple. According to the businessman, automaker’s mobile phone line will have its own operating system.

The software found in Tesla’s car entertainment system, which supports various applications and games, will form the basis of the operating system of the final device. Additionally, Starlink’s satellite internet service may be among the phone’s connection options.

On the other hand, it is worth remembering that mobile phones with independent operating systems have not performed very well recently. Windows Phone is a recent example and was eventually discontinued by Microsoft.