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— Nothing (@nothing) February 13, 2025
Our perfect match for elite performance. Now powering up the (3a) Series. pic.twitter.com/g86ToLwAQF
The latest on the Nothing Phone (3a) series involves a significant update regarding its processor. The series, including the Nothing Phone (3a) and Nothing Phone (3a) Pro, are set to be powered by the Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 chipset. Here are the key details:
- Launch Date: Both models are scheduled to be unveiled on March 4, 2025.
- Display: The Nothing Phone (3a) will feature a 6.8-inch FHD+ AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate.
- Camera: The standard model is expected to have a triple rear camera setup, including a 50MP main sensor, a 50MP 2x telephoto lens (a first for Nothing), and an 8MP ultra-wide camera. The Phone (3a) Pro might feature a periscope telephoto camera for enhanced zoom capabilities.
- Battery and Charging: Both phones will reportedly come with a 5,000mAh battery supporting 45W fast charging.
- Storage Options: The Phone (3a) will be available in configurations of 8GB RAM with 128GB storage or 12GB RAM with 256GB storage, while the Pro version might only come with 12GB RAM and 256GB storage.
- Software: They will run on Nothing OS 3.1, based on Android 15.
- Manufacturing: The series is being manufactured in India, contributing to local job creation, particularly with a significant female workforce.
Posts on X have echoed these details, confirming the Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 as the chipset for the series, with mentions of performance boosts over previous models. The move to a Qualcomm chip from a MediaTek one used in previous iterations signifies a shift towards potentially better performance and integration with other Qualcomm technologies.
This information is based on various reports and leaks, as well as official confirmations from Nothing, indicating a focus on camera enhancements, performance, and local manufacturing for the upcoming models.