Nothing has publicly set July 7 as the launch date for two new devices. While the company has consistently teased the arrival of the Nothing Phone (4b), it has now confirmed that a fresh audio product will share the spotlight.
A First Look at the Nothing Ear (3a)
Through a series of social media posts, the London-based brand revealed plans to introduce the Nothing Ear (3a) earbuds on the same day. The announcement confirms several details that had surfaced earlier in a June leak, including the available color options and pricing for the French market.
Color Choices and Design Details
The Nothing Ear (3a) will be offered in four colors at launch: White, Black, Yellow, and Pink. The company’s teaser imagery shows an in-ear design fitted with silicone tips to provide a physical seal against external noise, along with visible indications of water resistance.
The predecessor, Nothing Ear (a), carries an IP54 rating for the earbuds against dust and splashes, while its charging case is rated IPX2. It is anticipated that the Ear (3a) will meet or exceed that same level of protection. Additional specifications have not been disclosed, though further details may be shared ahead of the event.
Pricing and Market Context
In Europe, the Nothing Ear (3a) is expected to retail for €99, matching the launch price of the 2024 Ear (a) model. If that pattern holds, the U.S. price should be set at $99. With the new release approaching, recent discounts have pushed the older Ear (a) down to $58.99 across various retailers. Nothing’s move to launch the earbuds alongside the next smartphone signals an increasingly coordinated device ecosystem aimed at competing directly with established audio and mobile players in the mid-range segment.