Nothing, the UK-based technology company, has seen remarkable success, with its smartphone shipments in India growing by an impressive 32 percent in the last quarter of 2025. This growth, highlighted by a Counterpoint Research report, follows the opening of its first branded store in Bengaluru and the establishment of its sub-brand CMF as an Indian entity. However, this success has unfortunately brought an unwelcome challenge: the Indian market is now brimming with counterfeit Nothing and CMF products, prompting the company to issue a strong warning.
Delhi Police Take Action: Over 1,100 Fake Nothing and CMF Devices Seized
Akis Evangelidis, Co-Founder and President of Nothing India, recently released an urgent video across social media platforms. In it, he cautions consumers about the rampant influx of fake Nothing and CMF branded products throughout India. Evangelidis emphasized the sheer volume of these counterfeits and the potential dangers they pose to unsuspecting buyers. To combat this growing issue, Nothing has proactively collaborated with Indian law enforcement.
The warning was reinforced by a social media post from Nothing India, further highlighting the brand’s commitment to addressing the problem.
Nothing confirmed its ongoing collaboration with authorities in several Indian cities. The awareness video itself featured footage of Delhi Police conducting raids in local electronics markets, an operation that began last year. These efforts have already led to the seizure of over 1,100 fake charging adapters and true wireless stereo (TWS) headsets carrying Nothing and CMF branding. This concerted action is a significant step in the brand’s mission to expose and disrupt the counterfeit supply chains operating within the country.
Evangelidis highlighted a dramatic increase in fake Nothing and CMF products appearing in India last year. He noted that some counterfeits were near-perfect copies, while others were unfamiliar devices or color variations never officially released by the company.
The issue extends beyond physical stores, as numerous counterfeit items falsely bearing Nothing and CMF branding have surfaced on various e-commerce platforms. Alarmingly, some listings even deceptively advertise compatibility with Nothing devices, tricking online shoppers.
The company strongly advises customers to exercise caution and thoroughly verify any device carrying its branding before making a purchase. Evangelidis specifically recommended checking product ratings, as fake items often exhibit a noticeably low number of reviews.
This initiative follows Nothing’s recent milestone of opening its first Indian branded store in Bengaluru. The company has intensified its focus on the Indian market, introducing exclusive product launches and relocating its CMF sub-brand operations to India. This strategic shift coincides with Nothing’s impressive 32 percent year-on-year growth in smartphone shipments in the country during Q4 2025, as reported by Counterpoint Research.