India, Sept. 25 -- Nothing is establishing India as the base for CMF, with the former sub-brand now operating as an independent subsidiary in the country for R&D and manufacturing, the brand confirmed to HT in a press release.

Nothing is also partnering with Indian electronics manufacturer Optiemus Infracom limited in a strategic manufacturing joint venture. Under this arrangement, India will serve as a global production and export hub for both Nothing and CMF products.

The brand says it intends to position CMF as India's "first truly global consumer technology brand, built from India for the world." As part of the joint venture, Nothing and Optiemus Infracom will invest over $100 million, creating more than 1,800 jobs in India over the...