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Nothing Phone (3a) Pro Unboxing: A Fresh Design & Powerful Camera Upgrade
The Nothing Phone (3a) Pro has finally arrived, and we got our hands on a review unit sent by Nothing. In this article, we will share our first impressions after using the phone for a few days.
Unboxing Experience
Nothing has always made its packaging unique, and this time is no different. The box opens from the back, revealing a sleek new design. Inside the box, you get the phone, a Type-C charging cable, a SIM ejector tool, and documentation. However, unlike previous models, the cable is no longer transparent.
New Design & Build Quality
The Nothing Phone (3a) Pro has a new camera bump with a triple-camera setup, including a periscope camera. The back of the phone is now glass, giving it a premium feel, unlike the previous plastic design.
Nothing has also changed the Glyph Lights, making them circular instead of vertical. The phone still features three Glyph Light sections, including a progress bar.
The device feels grippy and comfortable to hold, and at 211 grams, it has a solid build. The phone also comes with an IP64 rating, making it resistant to water splashes.
Display & Features
The phone features a 6.77-inch AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and Full HD+ resolution (1080 x 2392 pixels). It supports HDR with a peak brightness of 3000 nits, ensuring excellent visibility even outdoors, with 1300 nits HBM and 800 nits typical brightness. Instead of Gorilla Glass, Nothing has used Panda Glass, which offers similar durability, but I’m not sure about it.
A new Essential Space feature has been introduced, activated via a special button below the power key. This allows quick access to screenshots, notes, and reminders, powered by AI.
Performance & Software
The Nothing Phone (3a) Pro is powered by the Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 processor, the same as in the standard (3a) model. It comes with Nothing OS 3.1 based on Android 14, with a promise of three years of major updates and six years of security updates.
In benchmark tests:
- Geekbench scores: Single-core – 1163, Multi-core – 3256
- AnTuTu score: Around 715,399
The UFS 2.2 storage could be a downside, as UFS 3.1 would have been a better choice for long-term performance.
Battery & Charging
The phone has a 5000mAh battery with 50W fast charging. A full charge takes about 56 minutes with a compatible charger. However, wireless charging is not available, which might disappoint some users.
Gaming Performance
The phone currently supports 90 FPS in BGMI, and an upcoming update might enable 120 FPS. Gaming tests showed no major frame drops, and thermals were well managed, keeping the phone cool.
Camera System
The Nothing Phone (3a) Pro features a triple-camera setup:
- 50MP Primary Camera
- 8MP Ultra-Wide Camera
- 50MP Periscope Camera (3x Optical Zoom, OIS)
The periscope camera delivers clear and detailed zoom shots, especially at 3x and 6x zoom. It supports up to 60x digital zoom, though the quality degrades beyond 10x.
The camera app now includes custom presets for different photography styles, allowing users to adjust focus, exposure, and filters.
Pricing & Conclusion
The Nothing Phone 3a Pro is priced at:
- Rs 32,000 for 8GB RAM + 256GB storage
- Rs 33,000 for 12GB RAM + 256GB storage (with bank offers available)
Pros:
- Unique design & glass back
- Periscope camera with 3x optical zoom
- Bright AMOLED display with 120Hz refresh rate
- Essential Space AI feature
Cons:
No wireless charging
UFS 2.1 storage instead of UFS 3.1 Some color inconsistency in ultra-wide and main cameras (can be fixed via updates)
Overall, the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro offers a fresh design, great cameras, and smooth performance, making it a solid mid-range option for users who want a unique smartphone experience.
OnePlus has officially launched its latest flagship smartphone, the OnePlus 15 in India. The phone comes with major upgrades in software, performance, camera, design, and battery.
OxygenOS 16 With New AI Features
The OnePlus 15 runs on OxygenOS 16, based on Android 16. The new software introduces several AI-powered tools for smoother interaction and better personalization.
There is deeper integration with Google’s Gemini AI assistant, allowing users to access saved information in Mind Space. OnePlus also added Plus Mind, a new feature that works like a smart, context-aware second brain.
The phone will receive 4 major Android updates and 6 years of security patches, similar to the OnePlus 13.
Display
The OnePlus 15 features a 6.78-inch 1.5K AMOLED display with very thin 1.15mm bezels.
It offers 120Hz LTPO refresh rate, which can go up to 165Hz for gaming. Popular mobile games like Call of Duty: Mobile, Brawl Stars, and Clash of Clans support native 165fps.
A dedicated touch chip gives the phone an impressive 3200Hz touch response, making it extremely fast and responsive.
The screen also includes 1-nit minimum brightness for eye comfort at night.
Performance
The phone is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset.
It supports up to 16GB LPDDR5X RAM and 1TB UFS 4.1 storage.
For heat management, the device uses the 360° Cryo-Velocity Cooling System, which includes:
- A large 5,731mm² vapor chamber
- Aerogel insulation to reduce heat on the surface
- White graphite for even heat distribution
Camera System
The OnePlus 15 comes with a triple 50MP rear camera setup:
- 50MP Sony main camera (OIS)
- 50MP ultra-wide camera
- 50MP periscope telephoto lens with 3.5x zoom and 85mm portrait support
There is also a 32MP RGBW front camera.
The phone supports 4K 120fps Dolby Vision recording, ultra-clear portraits, and a new DetailMax Engine for better clarity.
DetailMax Engine features include:
- Ultra-Clear 26MP mode: Combines multiple frames for sharper details
- Clear Burst: Shoots 10fps photos with anti-blur tech
- Clear Night Engine: Improves low-light photography with brighter and cleaner results
Design and Durability
The OnePlus 15 comes in three colors:
- Infinite Black – Matte frosted glass
- Sand Storm – Fiberglass panel with ceramic-grade coated frame
- Ultra Violet – Color-shifting finish from violet to sapphire
The phone is very durable with IP66, IP68, IP69, and IP69K ratings, meaning it can survive dust, high-pressure water jets, and water immersion up to 2 meters for 30 minutes.
Battery and Charging
The OnePlus 15 has a massive 7300mAh Silicon NanoStack battery, the biggest in any OnePlus phone.
Charging options include:
- 120W SUPERVOOC wired charging
- 50W AIRVOOC wireless charging
It also supports Bypass Charging, which powers the phone directly during gaming to reduce heat. The battery is designed to retain over 80% health even after 4 years.
OnePlus 15: Full Specifications
- Display: 6.78-inch 1.5K AMOLED LTPO, up to 165Hz refresh rate
- Chipset: Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
- RAM/Storage: 12GB/16GB LPDDR5X, 256GB/512GB/1TB UFS 4.1
- Rear Cameras: 50MP + 50MP ultra-wide + 50MP 3.5x telephoto
- Front Camera: 32MP RGBW
- OS: Android 16 with OxygenOS 16
- Battery: 7300mAh with 120W wired & 50W wireless charging
- Other: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0, NFC, ultrasonic fingerprint sensor, stereo speakers
Pricing and Availability
- 12GB + 256GB: Rs 72,999
- 16GB + 512GB: Rs 79,999
The phone is available from November 13th, 8 PM, via:
- OnePlus.in
- OnePlus Store App
- Amazon India
- OnePlus Experience Stores
- Reliance Digital and other retailers
Launch Offers
- Free OnePlus Nord Buds 3 (limited period)
- Rs 4,000 instant discount with HDFC Bank cards (EMI)
- Upgrade bonus: Up to Rs 4,000 for OnePlus users / Rs 2,000 for others
- 180-day phone replacement plan & Lifetime Display Warranty
- 6 months no-cost EMI
- Jio postpaid benefits worth Rs 2,250
- Paytm Flights vouchers worth Rs 2,000
Krafton has officially announced that the BGMI 4.1 Update (version 4.1.0) will be released on November 13, 2025. Players can expect new maps, unique weapons, and exciting gameplay improvements with this major update.
According to the official schedule, the update will roll out gradually on all major platforms.
- Google Play Store:
- 30% rollout at 6:30 AM IST
- 50% rollout at 9:30 AM IST
- 100% full release at 11:30 AM IST
- App Store (iOS): Full release at 9:30 AM IST
- Official Website: Full release at 12:30 PM IST
What’s New in BGMI 4.1 Update
The new update brings several exciting features and gameplay changes:
- Penguin Town (Erangel): A new hot drop location called Penguin Town has been added to Erangel. Players can explore the area, which includes a hidden loot crate inside the Penguin Statue that appears with a timer.
- Fish Rocket Launcher: A fun and powerful new weapon that lets players shoot fish-shaped rockets at enemies.
- Ice Gadgets: New tools that can make enemies slip on ice or even launch yourself using a flamethrower-like boost.
- Blue Fin Tuna Syringe: A new consumable item that increases health and gives a major speed boost.
- Looting Improvements: Players can now loot items even after being knocked out (from the “tomb” state) and collect loot from moving trucks.
- Snow Festival: The winter season is arriving in BGMI with a brand-new Snow Festival theme on Erangel, bringing a fresh and festive look to the battleground.
Final Thoughts
The BGMI 4.1 Update is packed with fun and creative features that will make the gameplay even more enjoyable. From exploring Penguin Town to using new weapons and gadgets, players can look forward to a refreshing experience.
Apple has started rolling out the stable iOS 26.1 update for iPhone users. The update is 4.99 GB in size and brings several new features, improvements, and security fixes.
One of the main highlights of this update is the new Liquid Glass setting. It allows users to choose between the default clear look or a new tinted style that increases the opacity of materials in apps and notifications on the Lock Screen.
Apple has also improved Live Translation with AirPods, which now supports more languages — including Chinese (Simplified and Traditional), Japanese, Korean, and Italian.
In addition, Apple Music gets some nice upgrades. Users can now use swipe gestures in the Mini Player to skip tracks, and AutoMix is now supported over AirPlay for a smoother playback experience.
For creators, iOS 26.1 introduces gain control for external USB microphones when recording with local capture, and the ability to save local capture files to specific locations.
The Fitness app now supports manual workout logging, making it easier for users to record workouts even without Apple Watch tracking. There’s also a new Camera setting that lets you enable or disable the swipe gesture from the Lock Screen to open the Camera app.
Apple has improved FaceTime audio quality, especially under low-bandwidth conditions, for clearer calls.
Finally, Communication Safety and Web content filters that block adult websites are now enabled by default for existing child accounts between the ages of 13 and 17 (depending on the region).
The iOS 26.1 update is available for all supported iPhone models. Users can download it by going to Settings → General → Software Update.