Announcing the launch of the Nothing Phone 3a and 3a Pro in India: Pricing, specs, design and everything else we can expect

Nothing has officially announced the launch date for its highly anticipated Nothing Phone 3a series, set to debut on March 4. This upcoming release is expected to introduce two models: the Nothing Phone 3a and the Nothing Phone 3a Pro. Earlier, speculation suggested that the brand would unveil its flagship Nothing Phone 3 in March, but it now seems that its arrival may be delayed. While enthusiasts wait for the flagship, the company has decided to introduce the Nothing Phone 3a series, which, based on teaser images, appears to feature a triple-camera setup. Although detailed specifications remain under wraps, leaks and rumors have already provided insights into what to expect.

Following months of anticipation, the brand has confirmed the official launch of the Nothing Phone 3a and 3a Pro, with Flipkart confirming their availability. The launch event is scheduled for 3:30 PM IST on March 4. While pricing details are still uncertain, the phones are anticipated to fall within the mid-range segment. For reference, the Nothing Phone 2a was introduced at Rs 23,999, while its Plus variant was priced at Rs 27,999. This time, reports suggest that instead of a Plus variant, the company will introduce a Pro model, likely positioned at a similar price point. Based on leaks, the Nothing Phone 3a is expected to come in two storage configurations—8GB + 128GB and 8GB + 256GB—while the Pro model may be offered exclusively in a 12GB + 256GB variant.

Rumors indicate that the Nothing Phone 3a will introduce a significant upgrade, featuring a 6.8-inch OLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, making it the largest display on any Nothing device so far. A departure from the MediaTek Dimensity processor in its predecessor, the phone is expected to be powered by the Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 chipset and will run on Nothing OS 3.1, based on Android 15. A recent design leak hints at a pill-shaped triple-camera arrangement, with some sources indicating a horizontal layout while others suggest a vertical alignment, as hinted in Nothing’s latest teaser. Reports also claim that the series will be available in two colors, with both models offered in Black, while the standard variant may come in White and the Pro model in Gray.

Significant improvements are rumored in the camera system, with the Nothing Phone 3a expected to feature a 50-megapixel primary sensor and a 50-megapixel telephoto lens offering 2x optical zoom. This marks Nothing’s first inclusion of a telephoto camera, though it comes at the expense of the ultra-wide sensor, which is said to be downgraded to 8 megapixels. A 32-megapixel front-facing camera is expected to be housed in a hole-punch cutout, maintaining the design aesthetic of previous models. The device is likely to retain a 5,000mAh battery with 45W wired charging, similar to its predecessor, while also supporting NFC and Nothing’s signature Glyph lighting.

Leaks suggest that Nothing is shifting away from a Plus model in favor of the Nothing Phone 3a Pro. However, details about the Pro variant remain scarce, with reports only confirming that it may come in a single 12GB + 256GB configuration. Since much of this information is based on leaks, it is advisable to wait for the official launch on March 4 at 3:30 PM to get a complete picture of what the Nothing Phone 3a series has to offer.