Nothing presents Phone (3) and Headphone (1) in London

NothingPhone (3)

The importance of both products to Nothing was already clear at the event. The presentation was elaborate, and the aim was to make a statement against uniform technology design.

While the Phone (3) follows the brand's transparent look, it breaks new ground in terms of design. The back eschews symmetry. Geometric shapes, a visible coil and screw pattern, and the large LED circle create a restless yet distinctive surface.

The biggest redesign was in the glyph lighting. Nothing has gone with flashing LED strips. Instead, a circular glyph matrix with 489 individually controllable LEDs is emblazoned in the upper right corner. It displays incoming calls, messages, or battery status and, via an SDK, gives the community the opportunity to develop their own small widgets for it. Directly below is the new glyph button. Pressing this area on the casing switches between the various glyph widgets.

The display measures 6,67 inches, has a resolution of 1260 x 2800 pixels, and a smooth 120 Hz refresh rate. In HDR mode, it reaches 4500 nits of brightness. Gorilla Glass protects the front and back, and the casing itself is IP68-rated for dust and water resistance.

Inside is a Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 with up to 16 GB of RAM and 512 GB of storage. While it's not a flagship chip like the Snapdragon 8 Elite, it still delivers plenty of performance in apps and games. It's also economical in terms of battery consumption. It has a capacity of 5150 mAh and, according to Nothing, charges in under an hour at 65 watts. It also supports 15 watt wireless charging.

The Phone 3's camera system consists of four modules, each with 50 megapixels. The main camera uses a large 1/1,3-inch sensor with optical image stabilization. There's also a periscope telephoto lens with a 70-millimeter focal length, allowing lossless zoom up to 6x and digital zoom up to 60x.

The ultra-wide-angle module covers a 114-degree field of view and is suitable for landscapes or large subjects. The front camera also features 50 megapixels and is optimized for high-resolution selfies and video calls. All four cameras support 4K video recording at up to 60 frames per second. The new Ultra XDR technology ensures evenly exposed images, capturing each video frame with two exposures and better refining both shadows and highlights.

The Nothing OS 3.5 operating system is based on Android 15. Essential Space has been further enhanced, now also transcribing voice recordings and storing them in Essential Space. The Essential button on the side opens Essential Space. In Flip to Record mode, simply flip the device over and press the Essential button to start recording. Also announced was Essential Search, an intelligent search function that allows users to search content such as photos, documents, and apps directly on the device.

For the Phone (3), Nothing promises five years of major Android updates and seven years of security patches.

Nothing Headphone (1)

The Headphone (1) is Nothing's first over-ear headphone. Developed in collaboration with KEF, it combines minimalist hi-fi with comprehensive functionality. The design is reminiscent of 80s cassette players and Walkmans, yet remains clearly part of the Nothing product line.

The controls are exceptionally versatile. On the side of the right earcup is a roller that allows for continuous volume adjustment without swiping or tapping. This is complemented by a paddle switch that allows for precise track forward and rewind. Additionally, there are traditional buttons for controlling playback and calls. The controls are entirely physical and deliberately not designed for touch, meaning Nothing is completely out of step with the touch trend of many other manufacturers.

When used with a Nothing phone, system functions like Essential Space can also be accessed via shortcut. Voice memos or thoughts can be saved directly from the headphones without having to pick up the smartphone.

The Headphones (1) offer a balanced hi-fi sound, powered by a 40 mm dynamic driver. An integrated 8-band equalizer allows for detailed sound adjustments that go far beyond simple presets. The setup is complemented by active noise cancellation (ANC) and immersive 360-degree surround sound. As is typical with Nothing, the entire experience is controlled via the Nothing X app.

With the Headphone (1), Nothing promises clear, unadulterated sound with a high focus on detail, without exaggerated bass and artificial treble.

Prices and availability

The Phone (3) is available in black and white. The model with 12+256 GB storage costs 799 euros, and the model with 16+512 GB storage costs 899 euros.

The Headphone (1) are available in black and white and cost 299 euros.

Pre-orders for both devices start on July 4th through Nothing and partners such as MediaMarkt, Amazon, and Galaxus. Regular sales begin on July 15th.