As of November 2024, Tesla has not officially announced or released a modular home or smartphone. However, there are related developments and collaborations worth noting:
Modular Homes:
• Boxabl Collaboration: Tesla CEO Elon Musk has shown interest in affordable, sustainable housing solutions. He reportedly resides in a compact, prefabricated home manufactured by Boxabl, a company specializing in foldable, transportable housing units. These units are designed for quick assembly and are priced around $10,000, aiming to revolutionize affordable housing.
• S²A Modular Partnership: S²A Modular constructs custom luxury homes equipped with Tesla’s Powerwall energy storage systems and other high-end features. These homes emphasize energy efficiency and modern design, integrating Tesla’s renewable energy technology to create self-sustaining residences.
Smartphones:
• Tesla Phone Rumors: Speculation about a Tesla-branded smartphone, often referred to as the “Model Pi,†has circulated for years. However, Elon Musk has clarified that Tesla has no plans to enter the smartphone market. In a recent interview, he stated that Tesla would consider developing a phone only if existing platforms like Apple and Google engaged in significant censorship or restrictive practices.
• Existing Tesla-Branded Phones: It’s important to note that a separate company named Tesla (unrelated to Elon Musk’s Tesla, Inc.) produces smartphones and other electronics. These devices are available in certain markets but are not associated with Tesla, Inc.
In summary, while Tesla, Inc. has not launched its own modular homes or smartphones, it collaborates with companies like Boxabl and S²A Modular to integrate its energy technologies into innovative housing solutions. Regarding smartphones, despite ongoing rumors, Tesla has no current plans to enter the mobile phone market.