Nothing has officially launched the much-anticipated Nothing Phone (3) in India and global markets. Introduced at the brand’s headquarters in London alongside its first headphones, Nothing Headphones (1), the Phone (3) represents a bold design evolution for the UK-based brand. Priced at ₹79,999, this new flagship brings a redesigned back, a powerful new chipset, and next-gen software support, targeting premium users looking for performance and visual uniqueness.

Refined Design with Glyph Matrix

The Nothing Phone (3) retains the brand’s signature transparent aesthetic but introduces a more asymmetrical and geometric layout. A new three-column grid structure redefines the visual identity of the rear, hosting a Glyph Matrix, camera modules, and additional interactive lighting elements.

Glyph Matrix: A circular display with 489 LEDs that displays visual notifications, pixel-style caller IDs, and even mini-games like Rock-Paper-Scissors and Spin the Bottle.

Interactive Glyph Widgets: Includes Digital Clock, Stopwatch, Battery Indicator, and even a selfie framing tool called Glyph Mirror.

Materials: Gorilla Glass Victus on the back, Gorilla Glass 7i on the front, and an IP68 rating for dust and water resistance.

Unique Button: A haptic, touch-sensitive button integrated within the transparent design allows users to toggle widgets on the Glyph Matrix.

Display and Build

The Phone (3) sports a 6.67-inch flexible AMOLED display with the following highlights:

120Hz refresh rate

4500 nits peak brightness

HDR10+ support

1.87mm uniform bezels, slimmer than the Phone (2) by 18%

This display not only improves visibility and clarity but also enhances the overall symmetry and modern look of the phone.

Performance and Software

Under the hood, the Nothing Phone (3) is powered by the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 SoC, paired with Nothing OS 3.5 based on Android 15. Performance boosts include:

36% faster CPU

88% improved GPU

60% enhanced AI processing over the previous generation

Nothing has committed to 5 years of major Android updates and 7 years of security patches, placing the device on par with software support offered by major industry leaders like Apple and Samsung.

Camera Specifications

Photography takes a significant leap on the Phone (3), with a consistent 50MP sensor setup across all modules:

Primary Camera: 50MP with OIS and a large 1/1.3-inch sensor for better low-light performance

Periscope Lens: 50MP with 3x optical zoom, 6x lossless zoom, and up to 60x AI Super Resolution Zoom; also supports macro photography

Ultra-Wide Lens: 50MP with expansive field-of-view

Front Camera: 50MP sensor, a step up from the 32MP on Phone (2)

This robust camera system is paired with intelligent computational photography features that enhance clarity, colour accuracy, and zoom precision.

Battery and Charging

The Indian variant of the Nothing Phone (3) comes with a 5,500mAh silicon-carbon battery, compared to the 5,150mAh unit globally. This offers:

Two full days of battery life (claimed by the brand)

65W wired fast charging

15W wireless charging

Reverse wireless charging support

This is a notable upgrade from the 4,700mAh Li-ion battery and 45W charging in the previous generation.

Pricing and Availability in India

The Nothing Phone (3) is priced as follows:

₹79,999 for the 12GB RAM + 256GB storage variant

₹89,999 for the 16GB RAM + 512GB storage variant

With bank discounts and exchange offers, prices may go as low as:

₹62,999 (12GB model)

₹72,999 (16GB model)

Pre-booking starts today, and early buyers will receive the Nothing Ear (worth ₹14,999) for free. The official sale begins on July 15th via:

Flipkart & Flipkart Minutes

Vijay Sales, Croma

Major retail outlets across India

Competition and Market Position

At its current pricing, the Nothing Phone (3) is positioned against flagship devices like the iPhone 16, Samsung Galaxy S25, and Vivo X200 Pro. While the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 chipset is powerful, it slightly lags behind the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 or Elite editions. Nothing is betting big on design innovation, AI-driven software, and a unique user experience to carve a niche in the ultra-premium segment.

Conclusion

The Nothing Phone (3) marks a significant step forward for the company. It’s not just a phone with a transparent back anymore—it’s a statement piece packed with high-end hardware, AI capabilities, and a playful yet practical Glyph Matrix experience. Whether or not it can stand shoulder to shoulder with the iPhones and Galaxies of the world will depend on real-world performance, but one thing’s clear: Nothing is no longer just different—it’s ambitious.