Nothing has officially unveiled its first-ever over-ear headphones—the Nothing Headphone (1)—in India. Featuring the brand’s iconic transparent design, this new flagship audio device is designed for audiophiles who want both cutting-edge technology and unique aesthetics. Packed with premium features like hybrid Active Noise Cancellation (ANC), LDAC codec support, spatial audio, and long-lasting battery life, the Headphone (1) is poised to make waves in the premium headphone segment.

Design and Build

Staying true to Nothing’s distinctive look, the Headphone (1) sports a transparent design that reveals internal components while maintaining a modern and minimalistic finish. Built with durability in mind, the device undergoes over 50 rigorous quality tests and is IP52-rated for dust and water resistance. It also features roller, paddle, and button controls for intuitive navigation.

Immersive Sound with Advanced ANC

Nothing Headphone (1) includes 42dB hybrid ANC that adapts in real time to your environment, scanning surroundings every 600ms. Additionally, a wear-detection system monitors noise leakage between the ear cup and ear canal every 1875ms for optimized ANC performance.

Transparency Mode for ambient awareness

Personalized and Environment Adaptive ANC

Smart Adaptive Noise Cancellation for various settings

KEF-Engineered Acoustics and Spatial Audio

In collaboration with legendary audio brand KEF, Nothing has fine-tuned the Headphone (1)’s audio profile. With 40mm dynamic drivers and a PU diaphragm, listeners can expect precise highs, deep lows, and a well-balanced midrange. The headphones also support:

LDAC, AAC, and SBC codecs

Hi-Res Wireless certification

Dynamic head tracking and spatial audio for a 360° surround experience

AI-Powered Voice Clarity and Smart Features

The headphones utilize AI-powered Clear Voice Technology, trained on over 28 million real-world scenarios to suppress background noise during calls. Connectivity features include:

Bluetooth 5.3

Google Fast Pair and Microsoft Swift Pair

Dual device connection

Low Lag Mode (enabled by default on Nothing Phones)

8-band Advanced EQ via the Nothing X app

Battery and Charging

Nothing Headphone (1) offers industry-leading battery life:

Up to 80 hours (without ANC)

Up to 35 hours (with ANC)

5-minute quick charge provides:

5 hours playback (ANC off)

2.4 hours playback (ANC on)

Physical Specifications

Dimensions: 173.8 x 78 x 189.2mm

Weight: 329g

Pricing and Availability

Price: Rs. 21,999 (Launch offer: Rs. 19,999)

Color options: White and Black

Availability: Starting July 15, 2025 on:

Leading retail stores

12-month No-Cost EMI available on select bank cards at offline outlets

Conclusion

The Nothing Headphone (1) merges bold design with premium audio features, offering an unmatched combination of style and substance. From its KEF-certified sound profile to impressive ANC and smart connectivity options, it has the potential to redefine user expectations in the flagship headphone market.