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Nothing Phone (2a) Plus Will Be Powered by Dimensity 7350 Pro
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The Nothing Phone (2a) Plus promotional Flipkart teaser has confirmed MediaTek Dimensity 7350 Pro SoC and 12GB RAM. The phone is launching on 31 July and is aiming to be an improved version of the Nothing Phone (2a) which launched a few months ago. Besides, it doesn't look like the phone will have any improvements design-wise.
Nothing OS 3.0: Expected Features and Release Date
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Nothing's founder Carl Pei has already revealed a few features we could see in the upcoming Nothing OS 3.0. These include new lock screen customizations, a rethought Quick Settings panel, Interactive Dot Animations, new Gallery and Community apps, and a few core Android 15 features since Nothing OS 3.0 will be based on Android 15.
Nothing Phone (2a) is Getting a Plus Variant, Launch Date Revealed
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Nothing and posted an image on X with the text "Plus. More. Extra." and "Get ready for Phone (2a) Plus on 31 July". This means, the company is gearing up to launch an improved pr a bigger variant of the Nothing Phone (2a). We don't know much about the upcoming phone or its specifications.
CMF Phone 1 FAQ: Here Are All Your Questions Answered
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In this read, we have listed down all the questions surrounding the CMF Phone 1, including its design, specifications, software, accessories, pricing and availability. So you won't have any doubts about the phone and know everything there is to know about it.
CMF Phone 1 Review: Well-Designed or Over-Engineered?
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Nothing's sub brand CMF has ventured into creating their own smartphone, featuring removeable back covers, a modular dial at the bottom, fun accessories to go along with it, pure and clean Nothing OS and a pocket friendly price tag. But is it enough to make you consider this phone. Learn the complete ins and out and our opinion on the device in this review of the CMF Phone 1.
CMF Buds Pro 2 Review: Dials Up the Bass, Not the Sound
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CMF Buds Pro 2 are the successor to the CMF Buds Pro that came out last year and feature improvements with support for LDAC codec, 50 dB of noise cancelling, a unique design for the case and a rotatable dial on it. But they also get a bump in price and in this review, we will be discuss whether the new features are impressive enough to justify the price increase.
4 New Nothing OS 2.6 Features You Should Know About
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The CMF Phone 1 is here and brings with it the new Android 14-based Nothing OS 2.6, right out of the box. The new features include a Game Mode with aplenty features. There's a new pop-up view for apps, which is very useful when multitasking. Then comes the new AI Vivid Mode in the camera app, offering you an insight into the kind of processing it will do before doing it. Additionally, there's also a new battery health feature that lets you set the charge limit.
CMF Phone 1 Goes Official with Swappable Back Panel, Dimensity 7300
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CMF by Nothing has finally launched its much-anticipated Phone 1, marking the brand's debut in the smartphone market. Ditching a generic approach, the Phone 1 boasts a modular design with swappable back panels, an Accessory Point for attaching lanyards, stands, or card holders, a 120 Hz 6.67-inch Super AMOLED display, Dimensity 7300 SoC, and a 50MP Sony primary sensor.
CMF Phone 1 Price Leaked Ahead of July 8 Launch!
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The pricing of the CMF Phone 1 has accidentally been leaked via a Flipkart advert on YouTube. First spotted by an X user, the CMF Phone 1 will retail for Rs 17,999, and the price comes down to Rs 14,999 probably after bank and exchange discounts. The first sale of the phone is on July 12 at 12 PM.
Nothing Confirms Dimensity 7300 For CMF Phone 1
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CMF by Nothing has announced that the CMF Phone 1 will be powered by the Dimensity 7300 SoC. It's an eight-core SoC with four performance cores and four efficiency cores and is based on TSMC's 4nm process. The 7300 has 4 x Cortex-A78 performance cores and 4 x Cortex-A55 efficiency cores. The CMF Phone 1 launches on July 8.
CMF Phone (1) Release Date Confirmed; Arrives in July
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The CMF Phone 1 has been officially confirmed to launch on July 8. The brand sent over a capsule which contained the release date details of its first phone alongside a SIM ejector tool. This SIM ejector tool also doubles as a screwdriver to unscrew the bolt on the back of the Phone 1.
Nothing OS 3.0 Teased by Carl Pei with New Lock Screen Customizations
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Nothing's founder Carl Pei has revealed a big upcoming feature coming to the Nothing OS 3.0 update coming later this year. According to the slides, Nothing OS 3.0 will bring bring cleaner, in-depth, and more lock screen styles and customizations. Besides, the widgets could get nicer animations, will be more interactive, and look more lively.
CMF Phone 1 Confirmed: Bright Orange Phone with a Physical Dial
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CMF's official Twitter handle has tweeted what looks like a second look at the CMF Phone 1 that's due release soon. The teaser suggests the phone could rock a lanyard dial with a locking mechanism to secure it. Rumors suggest the CMF Phone will rock MediaTek Dimensity 7200 and 6GB RAM.
CMF Phone 1: Leaked Specs, Price, Design, and More
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The CMF Phone 1 is due to release soon, and it's turning out to be an interesting smartphone. It will have a clean back without the Glyph Interface, and will be powered by MediaTek Dimensity 7300 SoC. It could feature a 5,000 mAh battery with 33W charging, and dual-rear cameras. The CMF Phone 1's leaked box price suggests it will cost Rs. 20,000 in India.
Nothing Phone 2a Special Edition Brings a Hidden Theme; Here’s How to Unlock
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The Nothing Phone (2a) Special Edition includes a colorful Easter egg in its UI, inspired by the Bauhaus movement. The Easter egg adds a nod to modernist art and offers a refreshing change to the typically monochromatic UI. To enable it, add the "Dessau" location in the world clock widget. This new theme features white, blue, yellow, and grey app icons, with the option to add red widgets for a complete look.
I Switched to the New Nothing Ear for a Week and Here’s What I Think
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I used the Nothing Ear as my daily earbuds, and there are a couple of things that I noticed. For starters, the ANC is solid, while the Transparency Mode could use some work. The sound quality is amazing though, especially after you tune it on the Nothing X app's Advanced EQ. The fit is exceptional and they never fall out of your ears. All things considered, these are definitely the best earbuds you can grab for Rs 11,999.
5 Best Nothing Phone (2a) Chargers to Buy (2024)
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Want to fast charge your shiny Phone (2a) but are unsure about which charger to buy? Here are some of the charger options you can consider. These include Nothing's own 45W and 65W CMF GaN chargers, and other chargers like the Honeywell Zest, Belkin Dual USB-C Charger, and Amazon Basics 65W Triple Port Charger.
Did Carl Pei Just Leak Nothing Phone (3) with an Action Button?
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Carl Pei shared a post showing us a look at the new quick settings coming to the Nothing OS. But this post also secretly teases a look at what could possibly be the Nothing Phone 3 as an extra button could be spotted right below the power button on the right side. We speculate the function of this button and also discuss whether this could be a clever ploy to start buzz around the Nothing Phone 3.
Carl Pei Teases New Quick Settings Redesign for Nothing Phones
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Carl Pei, CEO of Nothing, has revealed a redesigned quick settings panel for the Nothing phones. The new design features circular icons, and a thicker, bottom-placed brightness slider for easier one-handed use. The design looks clean and modern but it is a work in progress. Some users are loving this redesigned concept but it has a resemblance to OxygenOS quick settings panel.
Moto Edge 50 Fusion vs Nothing Phone 2a: Which Should You Buy
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The Moto Edge 50 Fusion has landed in India with a price tag starting from Rs 22,999. This is Rs 3,000 less than the Nothing Phone 2a. For cheaper, the Edge 50 Fusion provides a fast charger and case right in the box. Meanwhile, the Phone 2a has none of those. However, the Phone 2a comes with a cleaner software experience, more power with the Dimensity 7200 Pro as well as a great ultra-wide-angle sensor. The Edge 50 Fusion, on the other hand, brings a formidable primary rear camera sensor and premium design.
Nothing Phone 2a Gets Android 15 Beta; Here’s How to Install
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Nothing has launched Android 15 Beta 1 for their Nothing Phone 2a. This upgrade does not include any new features even though the community post does mention a new boot animation and wallpapers. It also breaks the fingerprint scanner and does not include any NothingOS specific widgets, features and apps.
All Nothing Earbuds Are Getting ChatGPT Integration, but There’s a Catch
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When Nothing launched its Ear and Ear (a) last month, these earbuds arrived with ChatGPT integration as a highlight feature. However, that was limited to only these two earbuds in the brand's catalog. Now, the brand has announced that it will be making the integration available to all of its earbuds on May 21. But, to make use of the feature, users will need to be on a Nothing Phone.
CMF Phone 1 Leak Hints at Surprisingly Affordable Smartphone
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CMF's next phone has been leaked yet again and this time we have some specifications, pricing and other details. It will be budget phone featuring a 6.5-inch display with Gorilla Glass protection, 5,000 mAh battery, single rear camera, MediaTek Dimensity SoC and will run a cut down version of Nothing OS with 3+4 years of software updates.
Nothing Phone (3): Potential Release Date, Leaked Specs, Rumors, and More
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It's almost that time of the year when Nothing launches a new flagship Nothing Phone. The upcoming Nothing Phone (3) could feature Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, a bigger 5,000 mAh battery with faster charging, improvements to Nothing OS 3.0 and Glyph interface, and hopefully better cameras.
Nothing Phone (2a) Gets a Sleek New Blue Color Exclusive to India
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Nothing has unveiled a new "Designed for India" Blue colorway for the Nothing Phone (2a). This India-exclusive shade is a deep blue variant that can appears lighter or subdued based on the surrounding light conditions. It's a stylish addition to the Phone (2a)'s existing palette, which consists of Black, White, and Milky White color variants.
Does Nothing’s Ultra XDR Improve Photos? We Tested It Out!
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The Ultra XDR feature in Nothing OS 2.5.5 is a format that allows for more detail in bright and dark areas of images. It's a rebrand of the Ultra HDR feature found in Android 14 and above. The feature can be enabled in the camera settings and results in brighter images with more detail, but at the cost of larger file sizes. It's not exclusive to Nothing devices, with Samsung and OnePlus using similar features.
Nothing’s Sub-Brand CMF Rumored to Launch its First Smartphone
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CMF may be launching its first smartphone. A new device with model number "A015" and codename "Tetris" was spotted, possibly indicating a budget-friendly CMF smartphone. Since the model number does not match up with previous Nothing smartphones and the brand name appeared as "CMF by Nothing" in BIS certification almost confirming that it is not the upcoming Phone (3).
ChatGPT Finds Its Way to Nothing Earbuds and Phones
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Nothing is rolling out built-in ChatGPT support for Nothing Phone (2). The latest Ear and Ear (a) audio products support it out of the box, and the features are coming soon to other Nothing Phones by the end of April, and to all Nothing audio products in June.
Given the launch of Nothing Phone (3) is due in Q2 this year, based on what the firm has done so far, you'd expect Nothing to launch a flagship killer to fill the void, but here's why we think there's barely any chance that might happen. Our reasons to believe the same are Nothing has to please people in terms of quality and price both. Hence, the Phone (3) won't be as cheap to be called a flagship killer, and not as spec-rich to be called a flagship.
Nothing Ear (a) Review: Is It Worth the Price?
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The Nothing Ear (a) has gone official for Rs 7,999 in India as the brand's latest TWS ANC earbuds. For that price, you get to see a great battery life, commendable ANC, and a bass-heavy sound signature if you're into it. However, for Rs 3,000 less, the OPPO Enco Air 3 Pro just seems like a more value-for-money offering, with a more balanced audio output. If you ask me, it definitely feels like a better choice over the Ear (a).
Nothing Ear and Ear (a) TWS Earbuds Launched Globally
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Nothing has launched the Ear (a) and Ear TWS earphones. Nothing is marketing the Ear (a) as a budget offering with better sound and ANC than the Ear (2). The Ear (a) also has LDAC support for better sound quality. The Nothing Ear has all the features of the Ear (a) but with better Ceramic drivers, wireless charging, and sound quality.
Nothing Ear Leak Reveals Playful New Yellow Color and Pricing
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After Nothing's announcement about its two new upcoming audio products the Ear and Ear (a), images and price leaks of both the TWS-es have been leaked. The Ear(a) will launch in yellow as Nothing might be partnering with Playdate and could cost €100. The Nothing Ear will have two colors — Black and White, a similar design to the Ear (2)'s, and will cost €150.
Nothing Confirms Two New Audio Products Launching on April 18
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Nothing stepped foot in the consumer tech market with an audio product and has since come a long way. The company has announced that it will go all in into audio this year and will launch two new products — Nothing Ear and Ear (a). The Nothing Ear will be targeted at audiophiles whereas the Nothing Ear (a) will be your pair of daily earbuds.
CMF Buds Review: A Colorful Twist on Budget TWS
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CMF Buds are the latest budget TWS by the Nothing's sub-brand. They offer a lot of features like 42 dB of ANC, large 12.4mm drivers, an unorthodox design and Ultra Bass 2.0 for those bass heavy tracks. So in this read, I deliver my in depth review of these buds after a week of usage and share my thoughts to help you make the decision of whether you should buy them or not.
The Secret of Nothing’s Next Product to be Revealed on April 18!
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Nothing previously posted a video of a Beetle and a Frog with the frog jumping and leaping forward in the end and has today yet again posted an image of the same two species with an announcement date of April 18. Beetle was the mascot of the Nothing Ear (2), so the chances that we're getting the Nothing Ear (3) soon are pretty high.
There’s a ‘Nothing-inspired’ Dialer App in Town; Check it Out
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Two indie developers have come up with a Nothing-inspired dialer app that is now available for Android users to download on the Google Play Store. The app has Nothing's classic dot-matrix font style going, with a tinge of red here and there. You also get to see a Quick Notes feature that allows you to take notes when on a call. In addition, you can also record calls discreetly within the app. The makers of the app are also working on introducing other Nothing-inspired apps.
Nothing launched its mid-range Nothing Phone 2a earlier this month, and I finally decided to try out the signature Glyph interface. While the Glyph lights on the back were good and all with its music composer, timers, and more, the feature that took the cake for me was the Essential alert feature for notification alerts.
5 Best Nothing Phone (2a) Alternatives in India
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If the Nothing Phone (2a) is not your cup of tea, there are a few alternatives you can buy. Phones like the POCO X6, Motorola Edge 40 Neo, iQOO Z7 Pro, Redmi Note 13 Pro, and OnePlus Nord CE 3 are all great mid-range devices under Rs 25,000 and come with features that easily rival the Phone (2a).
Nothing Phone Glyph Interface Uses: The Only Guide You’ll Need
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In a world with distracting colorful UIs, the Glyph lights draw a line to help you remain focused. There are plenty of things you can do with Glyphs besides using it for notifications, so here's our guide on the various uses of Nothing's Glyph interface, the only guide you will need. Some of the best Glyph features are Flip to Glyph, Custom Glyph ringtones, and Glyph Progress tracker.
How to Turn Glyph Lights on or off on Nothing Phones
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Glyph lights offer lots of unique use cases on Nothing phones. From helping users to know the status of something on the fly, to silently alerting them when notifications arrive, the features that use the Glyph interface could be extremely helpful in scenarios when the user would usually get distracted. However, if you want to turn them on/off, there are four ways to do it — from the Settings app, Quick Settings, when receiving calls, and using the Bedtime Schedule option.
Nothing Phone (2a) Review: Lights, Camera, and a Banging Price
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The Nothing Phone 2a is an all rounder near-perfect budget phone that offers an unparalleled software experience, commendable battery backup, good cameras and a stable performance throughout. However, it comes with its own shortcomings. For starters, it comes with a plastic frame and back panel, for which it feels a tad cheap in hand. You also don't get a charger or case in the box. Keeping these things aside, the device ticks almost all the boxes and is an easy recommendation for those looking for a good budget phone.
Dimensity 7200 Pro vs Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 vs Snapdragon 782G: Benchmark Comparison
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Nothing has choose the MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Pro over Qualcomm chipsets such as the Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 and Snapdragon 782G for its latest mid-ranger, Nothing Phone (2a). We did extensive benchmark testing for all three chipsets and found that Dimensity 7200 Pro is a capable SoC and delivers good performance with unmatched efficiency. It packs newer ARM cores and the GPU performance is better than the competing chipsets.