In a development that could send shockwaves through both the smartphone and cryptocurrency industries, Tesla Inc. has confirmed it will soon launch its long-anticipated smartphone — and it will feature native support for Pi Network payments.

After years of rumors and speculation, the tech giant led by Elon Musk is officially entering the mobile phone market with a device many are already calling a “crypto-native disruptor.”

According to internal sources and a teaser video posted by Tesla on Monday, the Tesla Phone — possibly dubbed the “Model Pi” — will directly integrate with the Pi Network, a fast-growing blockchain project boasting tens of millions of users globally.

A Crypto-Centric Revolution

Tesla’s new device will reportedly enable users to send, receive, and store Pi tokens directly through a native digital wallet pre-installed on the phone. The wallet is expected to be hardware-encrypted and accessible through facial recognition and fingerprint technology, with backup options leveraging Tesla’s encrypted cloud infrastructure.

The Model Pi is said to allow direct payments in Pi for Tesla products and services, including vehicles, Powerwalls, and Supercharger usage, aligning with Musk’s broader goal of decentralizing global finance and eliminating traditional banking intermediaries.

“This is more than just a phone,” said Dr. Ilya Menkov, a lead engineer at Tesla’s Mobile Division. “It’s the first mainstream device that treats cryptocurrency not as an app — but as a native function, hardwired into the way you interact with the world.”

Pi Network Partnership Confirmed

The Pi Network, launched in 2019 by a team of Stanford graduates, aims to create a decentralized and user-friendly ecosystem where everyday people can mine and use cryptocurrency without heavy computing hardware. While still in its enclosed Mainnet phase, Pi Network boasts over 60 million verified users worldwide, making it one of the most adopted crypto projects in recent memory.

Tesla’s partnership with Pi Network marks a pivotal moment — not just for both companies, but for crypto adoption globally.

“Tesla’s endorsement brings validation and utility to Pi,” said Dr. Nicolas Kokkalis, founder of Pi Network. “This collaboration accelerates our mission to build the most inclusive peer-to-peer economy on the planet.”

Technical Specs (Leaks & Rumors)

Though official specs have yet to be released, multiple leaks suggest the Model Pi will include:

A 6.7” QLED display with adaptive refresh rate

A custom Tesla OS built on a modified Android core

Integrated Starlink satellite connectivity

AI-powered camera system optimized for solar photography

Secure crypto wallet with offline transaction mode

Some insiders hint that the device will also feature solar charging capabilities — a nod to Tesla’s clean energy goals — and may support mining of Pi tokens via limited background tasks.

Industry Disruption Ahead?

Analysts predict the move could cause major tremors in both the smartphone and cryptocurrency markets.

“If Tesla really pulls this off, it could upend Apple and Samsung’s stranglehold on the premium smartphone space,” said Laura Bennington, senior analyst at TechEdge Global. “This is also the first real case of a crypto-first phone tied to a major brand that people trust.”

Shares of Apple and Google dipped 1.5% and 2.1%, respectively, after Tesla’s announcement, while Pi token (still not listed on public exchanges) saw a massive surge in wallet activity and node engagement, according to data from PiBlock Explorer.

Elon Musk’s Grand Vision?

Elon Musk, who has previously spoken in favor of decentralized finance and open internet ecosystems, has yet to make a full public statement — but he did post a cryptic tweet shortly after the teaser video aired:

“Money should be as mobile as your voice. Soon it will be. #PiPhone”

The tweet immediately went viral, amassing 12 million views and reigniting speculation that Musk might eventually tie Pi to X (formerly Twitter) for social media tipping and creator payments.

What’s Next?

Tesla is expected to unveil the Model Pi officially during its Autumn Launch Event scheduled for September 2025. Preorders are rumored to begin shortly after, with early access potentially granted to verified Pi Network pioneers and Tesla shareholders.

If successful, this move could signal a new era where smartphones don’t just run crypto apps — they are crypto ecosystems.