Nothing Phone (3a) series

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[limmk]

Nothing Phone (3a) Series - Nothing OS V3.1-250302-1856 Changelog

Feedback? On your device: Go to Settings -> System -> Feedback.
Firmware rollouts are usually staggered, meaning not all users will receive the update simultaneously. This approach allows us to monitor for any issues and ensure a smooth and stable deployment.

What’s new in this update
Essential Space Improvements

Updated the Essential Key interaction: Quick press to save what’s on your screen and add notes, long press to instantly record voice notes while saving.

Added Essential Space widgets, allowing you to view your content directly on the home screen or lock screen.

Revamped the homepage and detail page for better user experience.

Introduced a ‘Upcoming’ section to conveniently manage all your tasks in one place.

Smart Insight now displays in your system’s language.



Camera Enhancements

Introduced Camera Presets for quick access to optimal settings for different scenes. Share and import Presets to exchange your favourite camera settings and filters with others or the community.

Added support for importing cube files to use your custom filters.

Enhanced overall camera performance for better photo quality.

Improved clarity in macro mode for detailed close-up shots.

Refined portrait mode for more accurate background blur.

Optimized the camera app for better stability, performance, and a smoother interface.


Other Improvements

Added AI-powered face and scene classification to Nothing Gallery.

Fine-tuned interaction and user experience in Nothing Gallery.

Introduced a power-off password verification feature. Find it in settings by searching for ‘Power off verify.’

Addressed various bugs for a more stable experience.


// nothing.community

 

[dreamz13]

So far no pre-order prices of 3a pro?

probably $100 more than 3a

 

[lorettatay]

Blue when can po?

 

[Shutterbox]

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malaysia shopee price

 

[ZoOpeR]

So far no pre-order prices of 3a pro?

$649

 

[Shutterbox]

$649

But pre order not open yet

 

[ZoOpeR]

But pre order not open yet

Ya next Saturday. Waiting for their Shopee SG store to upload the preorder listing with free gifts haha.

 

[limmk]

 

[kashix]

Anyone hooted 3a?

 

[limmk]

 

[DesilDesil]

If GSMArena review is accurate the 3a Pro telephoto can't do 1080p 60fps and 4k 30fps

Carl Pei really losing his marbles lol

 

[limmk]

 

[limmk]

 

[limmk]

Summary​

• Nothing 3a Pro pre-orders are delayed by almost 3 weeks due to high demand in Europe.
• The phone was initially slated to ship beginning March 25, 2025.
• US pre-orders are also sold out, but you can get the phone in India with next-day delivery.

Nothing unveiled its newest mid-rangers, the 3a and 3a Pro, at MWC earlier this month. The phones immediately went up for pre-order, with shipments beginning on March 25. If you were eagerly anticipating your Nothing 3a Pro to arrive next week, there’s some disappointing news.

Nothing is reaching out to customers who pre-ordered the 3a Pro, informing them that they will get their units "a little later than expected." In its rush to open pre-orders, the company admits it forgot to mention that deliveries would begin at a later date.

Add in the extra demand, and Nothing now expects pre-orders to ship before April 15— a delay of almost three weeks from the initial promised release date. And if you received an automated email about your device being shipped, Nothing says you should ignore it.



The delay only seems to apply to Nothing 3a Pro pre-orders in Europe. In Spain, the Phone 3a Pro in black is scheduled to ship starting March 31, while the gray variant will be available from April 15, 2025. In the US, Nothing is no longer accepting pre-orders for the device as it has sold out due to high demand.

However, in India, one of Nothing's key markets, the Phone 3a Pro is already on sale and listed for next-day delivery in most cities, albeit only in gray.

While the delay is a bummer, you should still pre-order the Nothing 3a Pro if you eventually plan to get the phone. This will ensure you get a free charger or Nothing earbuds with your order.

The Nothing Phone 3a Pro is a fantastic mid-ranger​

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As we noted in our Nothing 3a Pro review, it is one of the best mid-range Android phones you can buy right now. It packs a fantastic 6.7-inch 120Hz OLED display, 12GB RAM, a trio of capable cameras, and a 5,000mAh battery. Nothing's clean Android experience acts as a cherry on top, with almost no bloatware and some thoughtful features.

The only bummer is the phone's almost non-existent hardware support in the US and the relatively poor speakers. But if you are outside the US, t

 

[kashix]

Still waiting for my 3a, delay no more please

 

[limmk]

 

[limmk]

Announcing The Community Edition Project 2025

Built with you, round two.​

Hey Community!

Today, we’re bringing you some exciting news: The Community Edition Project is back for 2025!


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Last year saw Nothing launch an industry first co-created smartphone, made with five of our very talented community members. The glow in the dark Phone (2a) Plus Community Edition sold out online in just 15 minutes and has even won the prestigious Gold iF award!
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Congratulations to @astrid @Kenta @Andres_123 @Ian_H_Simmonds @Palmix Art for their achievements!

This year, the project is a little different.​

For our second Community Edition Project, we’re making a few changes to keep things fresh and to improve the co-creation experience for our winners.

A new platform
As you’ve probably guessed, this year we’re building Community Edition on Phone (3a)!
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Updated timeline
All briefs are being released at the same time… which is today!

You can submit your work from now, March 26 2025 until April 23 2025, 11am BST. This is to maximise the amount of time our winners have to co-create both with each other and the Nothing team.

Once the submission window closes in April, we’ll open community voting for just 24 hours, before our internal juries selects their winners.

Brand new briefs
Overall, the briefs this year are more open, allowing everyone who wants to enter the contest more freedom to be creative. The four briefs this year are:

Hardware Design - dream up a new look for Phone (3a) and have your say on the look of the packaging.
Software Design - ideate new software design elements to deliver a unique on-screen experience.
Accessory - develop an exclusive accessory or collectible to accompany Phone (3a) Community Edition.
Marketing Campaign - submit a creative proposal that’ll launch (3a) Community Edition to the world.
Once the submission window closes in April, we’ll open community voting for just 24 hours, before our internal juries selects their winners.

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As well as an all expenses paid trip to London for co-creation workshops and, of course, the launch event at the end of the year, all winning teams/individuals will take home the final product once it’s been manufactured, plus £1000 prize money!

So, there you have it. We’re back for another round of co-creation with our community - we hope you’re as excited as we are! You can read all four briefs and submit your work NOW on nothing.tech, until April 23, 11am BST. A full list of T&Cs apply.

// Community Edition contest

 

[kashix]

They can't even fulfil my order liao, delayed shipment for my pre-order, still want zwzb do what community edition ... smlj resolve your exisiting customers order 1st la ...

 

[limmk]

They can't even fulfil my order liao, delayed shipment for my pre-order, still want zwzb do what community edition ... smlj resolve your exisiting customers order 1st la ...

Walao wei, sibeh jialat sia. pe-order also cannot fulfill properly