At MWC 2025, Nothing officially introduced its latest smartphones, the Phone (3a) and Phone (3a) Pro, bringing a refreshed design, upgraded cameras, and AI-driven features to the market. With telephoto zoom capabilities, enhanced imaging, and the introduction of the Essential Space AI hub, these smartphones aim to deliver a premium experience at a competitive price.
Striking Design and the Signature Glyph Interface
The Nothing Phone (3a) series continues to embrace the brand’s iconic transparent aesthetics with a few notable refinements. The signature Glyph Interface—a set of customizable LED lights on the back—remains a core design element, providing users with visual notifications, charging indicators, and AI-driven customizations.
The Phone (3a) Pro sports a redesigned camera island, making it distinct from its predecessor. While both models maintain a glass and aluminum body, Nothing has made subtle refinements to the build quality for a sleeker and more ergonomic feel.
Powerful Triple-Camera Setup with Telephoto and Periscope Zoom
One of the biggest highlights of the Nothing Phone (3a) series is its camera system. Both the Phone (3a) and 3a Pro feature a triple-camera setup, but the Pro model gets an even more powerful zoom lens.
- Phone (3a):
- 50MP primary wide camera
- 8MP ultra-wide lens
- 50MP telephoto lens with 2x optical zoom
- Phone (3a) Pro:
- 50MP primary wide camera
- 8MP ultra-wide lens
- 50MP periscope zoom lens with 3x optical zoom
The Phone (3a) Pro also comes with a 50MP front camera, capable of recording 4K videos at 30fps, making it an ideal choice for content creators and vloggers. The AI-powered Night Mode, Portrait Mode, and Super HDR further enhance image quality, ensuring that users capture stunning shots in all lighting conditions.
Essential Space: AI-Driven Personalization
Nothing is taking AI integration to the next level with Essential Space, a new feature debuting with the Phone (3a) series. This AI-driven hub curates important apps, settings, and recommendations based on user habits, making the smartphone smarter and more intuitive over time.
Essential Space offers:
- Smart app organization and quick actions
- AI-generated suggestions based on user behavior
- Seamless multitasking features for enhanced productivity
Performance and Software: Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 with Nothing OS 3.1
Under the hood, both the Nothing Phone (3a) and 3a Pro are powered by the Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 chipset, ensuring smooth performance and efficient multitasking. The devices run on Nothing OS 3.1, based on Android 15, and Nothing guarantees three major OS updates along with regular security patches.
With AI-powered optimizations, the Phone (3a) series promises longer battery life, improved RAM management, and an optimized gaming experience.
eSIM Support and Connectivity Features
Keeping up with modern trends, Nothing has introduced eSIM support in both models, allowing users to switch carriers without needing a physical SIM card. Additionally, the Phone (3a) and 3a Pro come with Wi-Fi 6, 5G connectivity, and Bluetooth 5.3, ensuring fast and reliable network performance.
Pricing and Availability
Nothing has positioned the Phone (3a) series as a value-for-money offering, providing flagship-level features at an attractive price point:
- Nothing Phone (3a): ₹24,999 ($300)
- Nothing Phone (3a) Pro: ₹29,999 ($360)
Both devices will be available in multiple regions starting March 2025, with pre-orders opening soon on Nothing’s official website and retail partners.
Final Thoughts: A Bold Step Forward for Nothing
With the launch of the Phone (3a) and Phone (3a) Pro, Nothing continues to disrupt the smartphone market by offering a unique blend of aesthetics, AI-powered experiences, and flagship-grade camera features. The addition of telephoto and periscope zoom, eSIM support, and Essential Space AI hub makes this lineup a compelling choice for tech enthusiasts.
As Nothing strengthens its position in the smartphone industry, the Phone (3a) series is a testament to its commitment to innovation and user-centric design. Whether you’re a photography enthusiast, a gamer, or someone looking for a stylish smartphone with powerful AI capabilities, the Nothing Phone (3a) series is set to impress.
