Nothing Phone (3a) Series Elevating Mid-Range Innovation with Advanced Cameras

Design

The Phone (3a) Series showcases a sleek, sophisticated design with upgraded glass back panels and a symmetrical internal structure. Every detail is meticulously refined, celebrating Nothing’s signature exposed aesthetic while seamlessly integrating high-end hardware. The devices also come with an IP64 rating for improved durability and boast Nothing’s lowest carbon footprint yet at 51.3kg of CO2e.

Camera

The Phone (3a) Series introduces Nothing’s most advanced camera system. Featuring a 50MP main sensor and a Sony ultra-wide sensor, the series also brings optical zoom to the lineup for the first time. Powered by TrueLens Engine 3.0, it delivers professional-grade photography with AI processing and multi-frame technology.

• Phone (3a) Telephoto Camera: A 50MP sensor with an f/2.0 aperture provides a 50mm focal length for crisp details. It offers 2x optical zoom and up to 4x lossless in-sensor zoom, with AI-powered clarity enhancements for up to 30x ultra zoom.
• Phone (3a) Pro Periscope Camera: A Sony LYTIA 600 sensor and 70mm focal length with an f/2.55 aperture ensure excellent zoom capabilities. Optical image stabilization supports up to 3x optical zoom, 6x lossless zoom, and AI-powered 60x ultra zoom. The telemacro feature captures subjects as close as 15cm, breaking flagship periscope limitations.
• Main Camera: The Phone (3a) features a 50MP Samsung sensor with deep learning processing for enhanced clarity and reduced noise. The Phone (3a) Pro offers a sensor with 43% faster autofocus and double the pixel capacity, ensuring superior detail in harsh lighting conditions.
• Front Camera: The Phone (3a) sports a 32MP front camera, while the Phone (3a) Pro upgrades to a 50MP sensor capable of 4K video with adaptive AI stabilization and night video enhancements.

Performance

Equipped with the Snapdragon® 7s Gen 3 Mobile Platform, the Phone (3a) Series delivers a 33% faster CPU and 11% improved GPU performance over its predecessor. Snapdragon Elite Gaming™ features enhance gameplay, while AI processing is 92% more efficient than the Phone (2a). Nothing OS optimizations ensure seamless experiences, including real-time voice-to-text transcription and RAM Booster technology that expands memory up to 20GB.

Battery and Charging

The Phone (3a) Series houses a 5000mAh battery, delivering up to two days of use. With 50W fast charging, a 50% charge is achieved in under 20 minutes, while an energy-efficient chipset extends battery life by 30 minutes per day.

Display

A 6.77-inch Full HD+ display with a 120Hz adaptive refresh rate ensures a smooth and immersive experience. The series features a 1000Hz touch sampling rate in Gaming Mode and peak brightness of 3000 nits, making it highly visible even in direct sunlight.

Nothing OS

Running on Nothing OS 3.1, based on Android 15, the Phone (3a) Series introduces enhanced personalization, including monochromatic themes, customizable lock screens, and streamlined quick settings. The devices receive three years of Android updates and six years of security patches.

Essential Space (Early Access)

Essential Space acts as an AI-powered hub for notes and ideas, streamlining content capture and recall. With the Essential Key on the right side of the device, users can quickly capture and organize their thoughts. Early Access offers exclusive features such as Camera Capture, Smart Collections, Focused Search, and Flip to Record.

Availability and Pricing

• Phone (3a) (Black, White, Blue) – 12+256GB: RM1,699
• Phone (3a) Pro (Grey, Black) – 12+256GB: RM1,999

Malaysian Launch Details

• Exclusive First Purchase Event:
  • Location: CROSSOVER Sunway Pyramid, 3, Jalan PJS 11/15, Bandar Sunway, 46150 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
  • Date & Time: Saturday, March 15th, 11:00 AM
  • Pre-order Dates:
    • Phone (3a): March 8 (General sale from March 22)
    • Phone (3a) Pro: March 8 (General sale from April 7)
    • Limited online release of Phone (3a) Pro via nothing.tech on March 22.

The Nothing Phone (3a) Series redefines mid-range smartphones with flagship-level performance, cutting-edge camera technology, and a refined design, making it an exciting upgrade for tech enthusiasts.