A community edition of the Nothing Phone 2A Plus with a glowing design has been launched

The British tech brand Nothing has introduced the Phone 2a Plus Community Edition, a unique smartphone that highlights the brand’s commitment to co-creation by involving its community members in the development process. Described by the company as a “co-created” device, the Phone 2a Plus Community Edition is a limited-edition release featuring a distinctive glow-in-the-dark design.

This exclusive smartphone will be produced in a run of just 1,000 units worldwide, with Nothing prioritizing its community members for early access. Priced at Rs 29,999, it comes in a variant with 12GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage. For those interested in purchasing, Nothing will provide specific details through its community platform, allowing registered members to obtain a unique purchase link.

Nothing’s Community Edition Project encouraged its global community to influence various elements of the smartphone, from its hardware to design features, wallpapers, and even marketing. The initial phase focused on hardware design, where community-selected collaborators worked alongside Nothing’s design team to bring their vision for the Phone 2a Plus to life. With a concept centered around “Phosphorescence,” the team selected green-tinted, glow-in-the-dark materials that illuminate in low-light conditions. Notably, this feature doesn’t require a power source, creating an analogue glow effect that adds to the device’s distinct aesthetic.

Building on this initial design phase, subsequent stages allowed contributors to craft the smartphone’s wallpapers, packaging, and branding efforts. The device includes an expanded collection of wallpapers from the “Connected Collection”, featuring designs inspired by the co-created theme. In harmony with the glow-in-the-dark hardware, the packaging is designed with reflective elements that respond to dark environments, enhancing the phone’s unique visual identity and aligning with the overall concept of the Phone 2a Plus Community Edition.

With this launch, Nothing has given its community an unprecedented level of involvement, fostering a collaborative spirit that’s apparent in every detail of the device.