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Carl Pei at SXSW: Apps Are Dying, AI Agents Will Run Your Phone

Carl Pei just torched the app economy from an SXSW stage. Nothing's CEO says AI agents will make your smartphone do everything—no apps required.

Carl Pei on stage at SXSW discussing AI agents replacing smartphone apps

⚡ Key Takeaways

  • Carl Pei predicts apps disappear as AI agents handle intentions proactively.
  • Nothing's vision draws from outdated phone UIs, pushes agent-native interfaces.
  • Skeptical view: VC hype over substance, privacy hurdles loom large.

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Originally reported by TechCrunch - AI

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