Nothing Headphone (1) Launches With 80-Hour Battery and KEF-Tuned Audio

Highlights

• Nothing Headphone (1) launched featuring a transparent design, PU memory foam earcups and KEF-tuned 40mm drivers for immersive, artist-intended sound.
• It includes hybrid ANC, spatial audio with head tracking, wear detection, LDAC Bluetooth, and low-latency mode for gamers.
• The headphones are priced at ₹21,999 with a launch-day offer of ₹19,999 starting July 15, 2025.

Caption – Nothing Headphone (1). (Image credit – Nothing)

Nothing has officially launched the Headphone (1), its first-ever over-ear headphones made in collaboration with UK-based audio expert KEF. The company says these headphones are “acoustically engineered by KEF to deliver a sound profile as the artist intended.” Here’s more about the newly launched devices.

Nothing Headphone (1) – Design

Caption – A closer look at Nothing Headphone (1) design. (Image credit – Nothing)

Staying true to Nothing’s signature transparent style, the Headphone 1 features see-through sections on the earcups, revealing internal components and acoustic chambers.

The frame is reinforced with formed aluminium, while the earcups are cushioned with PU memory foam to ensure comfort even during long listening sessions.

Nothing Headphone (1) – Key Specs

At the heart of Headphone 1 is a custom 40mm dynamic driver built to push more air for deeper bass and less distortion. It uses a nickel-plated diaphragm for stable sound output. Nothing says the entire audio system with the driver, chambers, and software was tuned and tested in KEF’s labs to create a natural and immersive listening experience.

Caption – Nothing Headphone (1) key features. (Image credit – Nothing)

The headphones come with hybrid Active Noise Cancellation (ANC), using both feed-forward and feedback mics. The ANC system adjusts every 600 milliseconds to your surroundings. There’s also a smart wear-detection system that scans for sound leakage every 1,875 milliseconds to maintain sound clarity.

Headphone (1) supports spatial audio with dynamic head tracking to keep sound centred as you move. There’s also a low-latency mode designed for gamers.

For connectivity, it supports high-resolution LDAC Bluetooth and also works via USB-C or a 3.5mm headphone jack for wired listening.

Battery life is a big highlight. With ANC on, you can get up to 35 hours of playback. With ANC off, the battery can stretch up to 80 hours. And if you’re in a rush, just 5 minutes of charging gives you 2.4 hours of listening time with ANC.

Nothing Headphone (1) – Price and Availability in India

Caption – Nothing Headphone (1) black colour variant. (Image credit – Nothing)

The Nothing Headphone 1 is priced at ₹21,999 in India. However, buyers can get it at a special launch-day price of ₹19,999 on July 15, 2025.

It will be available in black and white colour variants via Flipkart, Flipkart Minutes, Myntra, Vijay Sales, Croma, and other major retail outlets.

Nothing is also offering 12-month No-Cost EMI options through major banks for offline purchases.

FAQs

Q1. Who collaborated with Nothing to develop the Headphone (1)?

Answer. Nothing partnered with UK-based audio expert KEF, and the headphones are “acoustically engineered by KEF to deliver a sound profile as the artist intended.”

Q2. What is the battery life of the Nothing Headphone (1)?

Answer. With ANC on, the headphones offer up to 35 hours of playback. With ANC off, battery life extends to 80 hours. A 5-minute charge gives 2.4 hours of playback with ANC.

Q3. What are the key audio and connectivity features of the Nothing Headphone (1)?

Answer. It features a custom 40mm dynamic driver, hybrid ANC, spatial audio with head tracking, low-latency mode, and supports LDAC Bluetooth, USB-C, and 3.5mm wired connections.

Q4. What is the design and build quality of the Nothing Headphone (1)?

Answer. The headphones have transparent earcups, a formed aluminium frame, and PU memory foam cushions for comfort during long listening sessions.

Q5. What is the price and availability of the Nothing Headphone (1) in India?

Answer. Priced at ₹21,999, the Headphone (1) will be available at a launch-day price of ₹19,999 on July 15, 2025, via Flipkart, Myntra, Vijay Sales, Croma, and other retailers.

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