London-based technology company Nothing has unveiled its latest smartphones, the Phone (3a) series. The Phone (3a) and Phone (3a) Pro models offer numerous improvements over their predecessors and are aimed at users who value design, performance and innovative functions.
Key features of the Phone (3a) series:
- Improved camera system: triple cameras with optical zoom and AI support.
- Powerful processor: Snapdragon® 7s Gen 3 for smooth multitasking.
- High-quality display: 6.77-inch OLED with 120 Hz refresh rate.
- Long-lasting battery: 5000 mAh battery with fast charging function.
Design and workmanship
The Phone (3a) series remains true to Nothing’s characteristic transparent design. Both the Phone (3a) and the Phone (3a) Pro have glass backs that allow a view of the internal structures. With IP64 certification, they are also better protected against dust and water than their predecessors.
The glyph interface on the back, consisting of several LED segments, serves as a notification light and can be individually configured.
Camera systems
The Phone (3a) series relies on an advanced triple camera system. Both models have a 50 MP main camera. The Phone (3a) is equipped with a telephoto camera that enables 2x optical zoom.
The Phone (3a) Pro, on the other hand, offers a periscope camera with 3x optical zoom and a 50 MP sensor. This camera is particularly suitable for high-quality portrait shots and detailed macro photography. Supported by the TrueLens Engine 3.0 and AI algorithms, both models deliver true-to-life images, even in difficult lighting conditions.
Performance and battery life
Powered by the Snapdragon® 7s Gen 3 Mobile Platform, both smartphones offer solid performance for everyday applications. The 5000 mAh battery ensures a long service life, with the Phone (3a) achieving slightly longer runtimes in tests than the Pro model. Both devices support fast charging so that the battery can be recharged quickly.
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Display
The 6.77-inch OLED displays in the Phone (3a) series offer a smooth viewing experience with a Full HD+ resolution and an adaptive refresh rate of 120 Hz. The high brightness of up to 1300 nits ensures good readability even in direct sunlight.
Essential Space and Essential Key
One new feature is the Essential Space, an AI-supported hub for notes, ideas and inspiration. The new Essential Key, which is located below the power button, allows users to quickly save content or start voice recordings. This function makes it easier to capture and retrieve information in everyday life.
Prices and availability
The phone (3a) is available in white, black and blue. Prices start at 329 euros for the version with 8 GB RAM and 128 GB memory. The version with 12 GB RAM and 256 GB memory is available for 50 euros more. The Phone (3a) Pro is available in gray and black and costs 459 euros. Both models are available for pre-order now, with the Phone (3a) shipping immediately and the Phone (3a) Pro available from March 25.
Various retailers are offering bundle deals for the market launch, which include the Nothing Ear (a) in-ear headphones or the CMF Watch Pro 2, for example.
Conclusion
With the Phone (3a) series, Nothing presents powerful mid-range smartphones that impress with their unique design, advanced camera technology and innovative functions such as Essential Space. The attractive prices and the wide range of offers at market launch make the devices particularly interesting for technology enthusiasts.
