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Nothing’s October: New Earbuds, Major OS Update, and Community Edition Phone Announcement
October 2024 – This month, Nothing has launched the highly anticipated Ear (open), its first open wearable stereo (OWS) earbuds, alongside announcing Nothing OS 3.0, setting new standards in user experience. Additionally, the company is gearing up for the launch of the Phone (2a) Community Edition, scheduled for October 30th.
The newly released Ear (open) earbuds are designed to deliver a superior audio experience while ensuring users remain aware of their surroundings. Featuring Nothing’s innovative Open Sound Technology, the earbuds allow users to stay connected to the environment, whether it’s the subtle chirping of birds or the bustling noise of city life, without compromising on sound quality.
Nothing OS 3.0 brings new improvements and features, in software developments, including refined typography, advanced dot matrix animations, and a more customizable lock screen. The OS update also boasts a revamped Quick Settings, an AI-powered Smart Drawer for better app management, and a new Nothing Gallery app to improve photo processing speeds with AI-driven features.
Looking forward, Nothing has announced the Community Edition of Phone (2a) will be unveiled on October 30th. This unique initiative is part of Nothing’s co-creation project, which involves the community in the design and development process of the smartphone. The project highlights collaboration on various aspects such as hardware, wallpaper design, and marketing strategies.
In community news, notable contributions include the launch of Nothing Ear (web) by community member @RapidZapper, a web-based application that allows comprehensive control of Nothing devices through chromium-based browsers. Another community member, @chris._.sin, introduced the Better Glyph Composer, a web-based tool that enables users to create custom Glyph patterns and animations, further personalizing user experience with Nothing devices.
Nothing is also introducing the ‘Nothing Library’ this month, sharing recommendations from team members to inspire the community. Highlights include “The Leviathan” recommended by the Soho Store Manager, and “Black Box,” a podcast about AI from the Guardian, recommended by the CMF Design Lead.
With these exciting developments, Nothing continues to innovate and engage its community, promising an enhanced and more interactive tech experience.
Nothing is expanding its audio lineup with the launch of its first over-ear headphones – the Nothing Headphone (1). Known for its unique transparent designs, Nothing brings the same signature style to these new headphones, aimed at competing with premium models from Sony, Bose, and Sennheiser.
High-Quality Sound with KEF Tuning
The Headphone (1) features 40mm dynamic drivers, developed in partnership with British audio brand KEF. KEF has helped tune the drivers, sound chambers, and software for a high-quality listening experience. Users can customize their sound with an eight-band equalizer using the Nothing X app. The headphones also support AAC, SBC, and LDAC audio codecs for better sound quality.
Strong Noise Cancellation and Smart Features
The Headphone (1) uses a hybrid active noise cancellation (ANC) system with six microphones, offering up to 42dB of noise reduction. They connect via Bluetooth 5.3, support dual device pairing, and offer Google Fast Pair and Microsoft Swift Pair for easy setup. There’s also in-ear detection to automatically play or pause music when you wear or remove the headphones.
Comfortable and Convenient Design
The Nothing Headphone (1) is designed to be both comfortable and easy to use, weighing just 329 grams and offering IP52-rated protection against dust and water. It features several built-in controls on the earcups, including a roller dial for adjusting volume, a paddle to skip tracks, and a customizable button that can be set to switch between ANC modes, activate the voice assistant, or answer calls.
Impressive Battery Life
The headphones come with a 1,040mAh battery, providing up to 80 hours of playback without ANC. They can be charged using a USB-C port, and there’s also a 3.5mm headphone jack for wired use.
Price and Availability
The Nothing Headphone (1) will be available in black and white colors. It is priced at $299 in the US, €299 in Europe, £299 in the UK, and Rs 21,999 in India. Open sales will begin on July 15 through the official website, nothing.tech, and selected retail partners.
Nothing company is all set to launch its new smartphone – the much-awaited Nothing Phone (3). The official launch event will be held tonight in London and streamed live for viewers around the world. This will be the company’s third smartphone and is expected to be its first true flagship device. The phone will be launched globally, including in India.
The Nothing Phone (3) launch event will begin at 6 PM BST, which is 10:30 PM IST for Indian viewers. Fans in India can watch the live event on the official Nothing YouTube channel. The company has also shared the livestream link on its social media pages under the event name ‘Nothing Event: Come to Play’.
While the official price of the Phone (3) has not been revealed yet, Nothing’s CEO Carl Pei has hinted that it could cost around £800, which is approximately Rs 90,000 in India. This would make it much more expensive than the Nothing Phone (2), which launched at a starting price of Rs 45,000. So, pricing for the Nothing Phone (3) would be around Rs 60,000 to Rs 70,000.
As for the specifications, the Nothing Phone (3) is expected to offer top-tier performance and features. It may come with a 6.7-inch LTPO OLED display with 1.5K resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. Powering the device will likely be the new Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 chipset, which brings major improvements in CPU, GPU, and NPU performance.
In terms of cameras, the phone is rumored to have a triple-camera setup: a 50MP periscope telephoto lens with 3x optical zoom, a 50MP main camera, and a 50MP ultra-wide camera. It could also feature a large 5150mAh battery (currently it’s rated) with 65W fast wired charging, along with support for wireless and reverse wireless charging.
Another big highlight is the introduction of the new Glyph Matrix, which will replace the older Glyph Interface. This updated system is expected to offer a more advanced and stylish notification light setup near the rear camera. On the software side, the Phone (3) is expected to receive 5 years of Android updates and 7 years of security patches. The device will come running Nothing OS 3.3 based on Android 15.
It’s important to note that these details are based on leaks and early information. The final specifications, features, and pricing will be officially confirmed during the event tonight.
Nothing has released a new software update for its popular Phone (2a), upgrading it to Nothing OS 3.2. The update, which is around 247 MB in size, brings some useful improvements and fixes that many users have been waiting for. Until now, the Nothing OS 3.2 update had already reached other models like the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus and CMF Phone 1. Now, the Phone (2a) joins the list, while the upcoming Phone (3a) and Phone (2) still run on version 3.1.
One of the most important changes in this update is related to the Private Space feature. Many users had been facing problems because they forgot the password for Private Space. Earlier, there was no easy way to reset or delete it without resetting the whole phone. But with the Nothing OS 3.2 update, users can now use their lock screen PIN to delete or reset Private Space. This is a very helpful improvement that solves a major issue.
The update also brings the latest Android security patch dated June 1, 2025, which helps improve the phone’s overall safety. In addition, a bug related to Bluetooth earphones not working properly during Telegram calls has been fixed. This means users who had trouble connecting wireless audio devices during calls on Telegram should now find things working smoothly.
Another fix includes reducing high Wi-Fi power usage in certain rare cases. This will help prevent unnecessary battery drain when using Wi-Fi or sharing a hotspot. Along with these changes, the update also promises better system stability and performance, giving users a smoother experience during daily use.
After the update is installed, the phone might lag slightly for a few minutes, but it becomes stable shortly afterward. All major functions like calling, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and general app usage seem to be working well without any new issues.
Overall, the Nothing OS 3.2 update for Phone (2a) is a solid improvement. It solves a key problem with Private Space, updates the phone’s security, and makes performance better. Users are recommended to install this update to enjoy these new features and fixes.