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Highlights
- Nothing unveiled its first affordable over‑ear headphones, Headphone (a) at USD 199 (₹18,235)
- These are available in Black, White, Pink, and Limited Edition Yellow colour options.
- It features 40mm titanium drivers, LDAC codec support, Hi‑Res Audio Wireless certification and hybrid adaptive ANC with 40dB noise cancellation.
Nothing has introduced the its first affordable pair of over-ear headphones, Nothing Headphone (a). The launch comes alongside the unveiling of the much-anticipated Nothing Phone (4a) and Nothing Phone (4a) Pro release.
The new headphones bring extended battery life, physical ear-cup controls, a lightweight build, and water resistance, along with support for high-resolution audio. Here are more details.
Nothing Headphones (a) – Price and Availability
The Nothing Headphone (a) will be available in Black, White, Pink, and a Limited Edition Yellow colour options.
These are priced at USD 199 (approximately Rs. 18,235), EUR 159, or GBP 149 depending on the region.
Pre-orders begin on March 5 via nothing.tech and selected partners. Open sales for the White, Black, and Pink variants will start on March 13. The Limited Edition Yellow model will go on sale from April 6.
The headphones are also expected to launch in India in the coming months.
Nothing Headphones (a) – Designs
The Nothing Headphone (a) features a physical control system built directly into the ear cups. The design carries forward the Roller, Paddle, and Button controls, which allow users to adjust volume, navigate media, and toggle active noise cancellation (ANC).
The headphones come with memory foam ear cushions borrowed from the Headphone (1). Nothing has also introduced a “Channel Hop” function that lets users switch between selected apps using the primary button. In addition, the headphones support a “Camera Shutter” mode, allowing the button to act as a remote shutter for a connected smartphone’s camera.
There is also an IP52 rating that offers protection against dust, dirt, and light water exposure.
Nothing Headphones (a) – Key Features
Nothing claims the Headphone (a) offers the longest battery life among the brand’s current audio products. The headphones are said to deliver up to 135 hours, or roughly five days, of listening on a single charge when using the AAC codec with ANC turned off.
Fast charging support is also included with a quick 5-minute charge providing up to 5 hours of media playback.
The internal audio hardware and noise cancellation system are designed to deliver high-fidelity sound while adapting to the surrounding environment.
The headphones feature 40mm titanium-coated drivers and are certified for Hi-Resolution Audio Wireless. They also support the LDAC codec for high-quality wireless audio streaming.
For noise cancellation, the Headphone (a) uses hybrid adaptive ANC with dual feedforward and feedback microphones. The system adjusts noise cancellation levels in real time based on the surrounding environment and how the headphones fit. Users can also choose between three manual ANC presets, Low, Mid, and High.
The Nothing Headphone (a) is equipped with a three-microphone array combined with an AI-based noise reduction algorithm trained on 28 million scenarios. This system is designed to isolate voice audio and improve clarity during calls.
Users can further personalise their listening experience through the Nothing X app.
FAQs
Q1. What is the price of the Nothing Headphone (a)?
Answer. It is priced at USD 199 (₹18,235), EUR 159, or GBP 149 depending on the region.
Q2. When will the Nothing Headphone (a) be available?
Answer. Pre‑orders start on March 5 via nothing.tech. Open sales for Black, White, and Pink begin March 13, while the Limited Edition Yellow launches April 6.
Q3. What is the battery life of the Nothing Headphone (a)?
Answer. The headphones deliver up to 135 hours of playback with ANC off, and a 5‑minute charge provides up to 5 hours of listening.
Q4. What audio features are included with Nothing Headphone (a)?
Answer. They feature 40mm titanium drivers, Hi‑Res Audio Wireless certification, LDAC codec support, and hybrid adaptive ANC with 40dB noise cancellation.
Q5. What design and control options do Nothing Headphone (a) offer?
Answer. They include physical ear‑cup controls (Roller, Paddle, Button), memory foam cushions, IP52 rating, Channel Hop for app switching, and Camera Shutter mode.