Nothing has officially unveiled its first true flagship, the Phone (3), at its “Come to Play” event on July 1, 2025. Featuring a 6.67″ LTPO AMOLED display, Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 chipset, triple 50 MP cameras including a periscope lens, and the new Glyph Matrix LED display, the Nothing Phone 3 aims to rival premium models like the iPhone 16 and Galaxy S25. turn0news12
📱 Design & Display & Build
- Glyph Matrix: A 25×25 LED dot matrix in the rear upper-right corner replaces the older light strip, supporting notifications, mini-games, and utilities like clocks and levels.
- Display: 6.67″ flexible AMOLED with up to 4,500–4,500 nits HDR brightness and 120 Hz adaptive refresh rate.
⚙️ Performance & Battery
- Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4, onboard up to 16 GB RAM and 512 GB storage.
- Battery: A 5,150 mAh silicon-carbon battery with support for 65 W wired, 15 W wireless, and reverse charging.
- Durability: IP68-rated, signaling water and dust resistance.
📷 Camera & Imaging
- Triple Rear Cameras: All three 50 MP sensors, including a 3× periscope telephoto lens with OIS onboard for 4K/60fps video.
- Selfie Camera: 50 MP shooter up front.
- AI Features: In-line AI tools like meeting transcription (Essential Space), universal search (Essential Search), and voice commands.
🛠️ Software & AI Integration
- Operating System: Nothing OS 3.5 based on Android 15, with a promised roadmap to OS 4.0, including 5 years of major OS updates and 7 years of security patches.
- AI Enhancements:
- Essential Space: Auto-captures and summarizes voice, photos, and screenshots.
- Essential Search: Natural-language query tool built into the home screen.
- Glyph Toys & Utilities: Interactive mini-games and tools using LED matrix.
🌍 Pricing & Availability
- Global Price: €799 (12 GB/256 GB), €899 (16 GB/512 GB) – approx. $799/$899.
- India Launch: Starts at ₹62,999 (12/256 GB), ₹72,999 (16/512 GB), with pre-orders from July 4 on Flipkart and roll-out on July 15. Complimentary Nothing Earbuds and warranty/EMI options available.
✅ Why It Matters
| Feature | Impact |
|---|---|
| Flagship Specs | First serious contender from Nothing–camera, performance, and battery take leap |
| Innovative Design | Glyph Matrix adds interactivity in a playful, stylistic way |
| Longevity & AI | 5 years of updates and built-in AI tools raise utility |
| India Production | Manufactured in Chennai, signaling commitment to local market |
🔭 Bottom Line
The Nothing Phone 3 marks a pivotal leap for the brand—combining flagship-grade hardware, playful and functional design, strong AI integrations, and long-term software support. Priced competitively at ~$800, it brings serious competition to entrenched premium flagships.
