Anticipation is building for Nothing’s upcoming budget-friendly smartphones, the Phone (3a) and Phone (3a) Pro, as official renders have surfaced online, giving tech enthusiasts a comprehensive look at the devices ahead of their expected 4th March launch.
The leaked renders showcase a familiar yet distinct design language, characteristic of Nothing’s transparent aesthetic. Both the (3a) and (3a) Pro feature centred punch-hole displays and a unique circular camera island on the rear, housing a triple-camera setup.
Notably, the arrangement of the cameras within the island differs between the two models, adding a layer of differentiation. The signature Glyph Interface, Nothing’s LED lighting system, surrounds the camera islands, promising customizable notifications and visual flair.
The devices sport a clean, minimalist design with volume buttons on the left and a power button and dedicated camera button on the right.
Nothing Phone (3a) and (3a) Pro Key Specs Revealed
According to the leaked information, the main difference between the (3a) and (3a) Pro is their camera capabilities. Specifically, the (3a) is rumoured to have a 50MP main sensor. Additionally, it features a 50MP telephoto lens with 2x optical and 30x digital zoom. Moreover, it includes an 8MP ultrawide lens.
The Pro model, however, features a more advanced camera setup. It includes a 50MP main sensor, a 50MP periscope telephoto lens with 3x optical and 60x digital zoom, and an 8MP ultrawide lens. The selfie camera also gets an upgrade on the Pro model. It comes with a 50MP front-facing camera, while the standard (3a) has a 32MP selfie camera.
The (3a) is expected to be powered by the Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 chipset. It will come with either 8GB or 12GB of RAM and offer 128GB or 256GB of storage. The Pro model will have 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. Both phones will run on Android 15. They will feature a 6.77-inch FullHD+ LTPS AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate. The display will have a peak brightness of 3,000 nits, a pixel density of 387 ppi, and Panda Glass protection.
Battery life is expected to be robust, with a 5,000 mAh battery supporting fast charging, reportedly achieving 50% charge in 19 minutes and a full charge in 56 minutes. Connectivity features include Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.4.
Pricing and Availability
The Nothing Phone (3a) is rumoured to start at approximately INR 25,000 (~RM1,267) in India. The Phone (3a) Pro, on the other hand, is expected to have a starting price of INR 30,000 (~RM1,521).
While these leaks provide a comprehensive overview of the upcoming devices, Nothing has yet to officially confirm these details. We will have to wait until the official launch on March 4th to see if these rumours hold true.
