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Nothing Phone (3a) Pro Unboxing: A Fresh Design & Powerful Camera Upgrade

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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.

Akash Ramsakha is the owner of TechiBoy.com, a website dedicated to technology reviews, software updates, and news. He also has an TechiBoy YouTube channel where he makes interesting content focused on Nothing Phone, OnePlus, and other tech products.

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N-Dial Gets Nimbus Update: A Fresh, Nothing OS-Inspired Dialer Experience

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The popular dialer app N-Dial, known for its clean and minimal interface, is now getting a major update called the Nimbus Update. This app is developed by Hearthborn Studios and is inspired by the design of Nothing OS. While it’s not officially made by Nothing, it delivers a similar user experience and has already gained popularity, with over 100,000 downloads on the Play Store.

The new Nimbus update brings a fresh redesign across the app. The Lock Screen and Recent Calls section now shows your call history in a better-organized way. It displays calls based on “Today”, “Yesterday”, and older days, making it easier to check when and how often you’ve contacted someone. Compared to the older version, the layout is much cleaner and more modern.

The Dial Pad has also been updated. Users can now easily add a contact using the new “+” button, make a call, or delete entered numbers smoothly by long-pressing the delete icon. The animations are much better, and the overall design feels refined and user-friendly.

In the Contact Book, you can swipe between sections or tap to navigate. A small animation plays when you scroll through contacts, adding a smooth touch. If a contact doesn’t have a profile picture, the app now displays a stylish Phoenix icon to represent the user. Adding a new contact is simple, with options for first name, last name, phone number, email, birthday, and profile photo. You can also mark any contact as a favorite directly from this section.

One of the most exciting parts of the update is the Favorites section, which introduces a new Album View. This allows you to swipe through your favorite contacts like flipping through a photo album. You can also switch to Grid View for a compact look. While swiping isn’t available in Grid View, the layout is still smooth and works well.

The update also adds quick actions. Long-pressing a contact now brings up a pop-up with options to delete, mark as favorite, share the contact as a VCF file, send a text message, or make a call. You can even select multiple contacts at once to delete, share, or block them quickly.

Another useful feature is detailed call information. By tapping on a contact, users can now see the entire call history with them, including the time, date, and call duration. It’s a helpful improvement for people who want to keep track of their communication.

The current version of the app is in beta and has been shared with a few testers. According to the developers, even more features are on the way. These include a redesigned calling screen, support for Light Mode (in addition to the existing Dark Mode), and new font styles such as the one used in Nothing OS (“Dot Font”).

You can also try out the previous version of N-Dail from the Play Store.

As for the official release, the developers have shared that the final N-Dial Nimbus update may be released around June or July 2025. Since the team is small, the update may take a bit more time, but users are excited about the changes already seen in the beta version.

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Honor Power Launching April 15: Key Specs Leak Ahead of Official Reveal

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Honor Power

Honor has officially confirmed that it will launch a new smartphone called the Honor Power on April 15 in China. While the company’s teasers have only shown a glimpse of the phone’s front design, a well-known tipster, Digital Chat Station, has now shared some key details about the device’s specifications.

Honor Power launch

Rumored Specs of Honor Power

According to the leak, the Honor Power will be powered by the Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 chipset (also known by its model number SM7550). The tipster also revealed that the phone will feature a massive 8,000mAh battery and support 80W fast charging, which means users can expect long battery life and quick charging speeds.

There are also reports that the Honor Power may support satellite messaging, a feature that can help users send messages even without a mobile network. However, the company hasn’t confirmed this officially, and many other details about the phone are still unknown.

Possible Model Numbers and Certifications

In recent weeks, some Honor smartphones have received certifications from China’s 3C authority. These models include DVD-AN00/AN80, AGN-AN00, and PPG-AN00. Among them, the first two are said to support 80W charging, while the third one may support up to 90W. Based on MIIT certification, the DVD-AN80 model supports satellite messaging, suggesting that this could be the upcoming Honor Power.

What’s Next for Honor?

Honor is also working on several other smartphones. These include the Honor GT Pro, the 400 series, the Honor X70 lineup, and new foldable phones like the Magic V2 Flip and Magic V5. According to leaks, the GT Pro might launch shortly after the Power, the 400 series could arrive in May, and the foldables may launch in June.

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CMF Phone 2 Pro Launching on April 28: Expected Specs, Features, and Price in India

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CMF Phone 2 Pro Launch

CMF by Nothing has officially announced the launch of its next smartphone, the CMF Phone 2 Pro, which will be unveiled on Monday, April 28 at 6:30 PM. Along with the phone, the company is also expected to introduce three new wireless earbuds — CMF Buds 2, CMF Buds 2a, and CMF Buds 2 Plus.

What’s interesting is that there has been no mention of the regular CMF Phone 2 so far. This has raised questions about whether the standard version is being skipped this year and if the company is only focusing on the Pro model for now.

Expected Specs and Pricing for CMF Phone 2 Pro

According to early leaks and rumors, the CMF Phone 2 Pro could feature a 6.7-inch AMOLED display with Full HD+ resolution, a 120Hz refresh rate, and up to 2,500 nits brightness, offering a bright and smooth viewing experience. The phone is expected to be powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7400 processor, paired with up to 8GB RAM (LPDDR4X) and 256GB storage (UFS 2.2).

CMF Phone 2 CAD Render

In terms of battery life, the phone might come with a 5,000mAh battery that supports 50W fast charging, allowing users to charge their phone quickly. It is also expected to run on Nothing OS 3.1, based on the latest Android 15, bringing a clean and minimal software experience. Additionally, the device could have an IP64 rating, which offers basic protection against dust and water. Another new addition could be an Essential Key Button, allowing users to assign extra functions for quick access.

For photography, the CMF Phone 2 Pro may come with a 50MP main camera, an 8MP ultra-wide lens, and a 2MP additional sensor on the back. On the front, it might feature a 16MP selfie camera, which should be good for selfies and video calls.

Design-wise, the CMF Phone 2 Pro is expected to follow CMF’s bold and colorful design language. It could feature a matte-finish opaque back panel, with some customizable elements and a horizontal triple-camera layout, making it look stylish and unique.

As for pricing, the CMF Phone 2 Pro is expected to be priced at Rs 17,999 for the 8GB RAM + 128GB storage version and Rs 19,999 for the 8GB RAM + 256GB storage variant. These prices make it a strong competitor in the mid-range smartphone segment.

More details will be revealed at the official launch event. Stay tuned for full specifications, hands-on impressions, and availability information.

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