Nothing Phone (3) Launched Globally with Glyph Matrix, Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 and Other Upgrades

Highlights

• The Nothing Phone (3) debuts globally with a new Glyph Matrix design, Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 chip, and promises 5 years of Android updates and 7 years of security patches.
• It further features a 6.67″ 1.5K AMOLED display, 4500 nits peak brightness, 120Hz refresh rate, and a quad 50MP camera setup with 4K@60fps support.
• The Indian variant packs a 5500mAh battery with 65W fast charging. Prices start at ₹79,999, with offers bringing it down to ₹62,999.

Caption – Nothing Phone (3). (Image credit – Nothing)

Nothing has officially launched its latest flagship, the Nothing Phone (3), globally. This follows the predecessor Nothing Phone (2) and brings some big upgrades, which include a brand-new Glyph Matrix design, Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 chip and a commitment to long-term software support.

The company promises five years of Android updates and seven years of security patches for the Phone (3) among other announcements. Here are some key highlights of the new flagship.

Phone (3) is here. Come to Play.

Pre-order yours. 4 July. pic.twitter.com/k92AZBO7lf

— Nothing (@nothing) July 1, 2025

The New Glyph Matrix

Nothing has taken the original Glyph Interface to the next level with what it calls the Glyph Matrix. Instead of just LED strips, the back now features a custom micro-LED disc. It is a circular monochrome display consisting 489 LEDs adding a visual flair at the top right-hand side corner of the phone.

Caption – A Closer look at Nothing Phone (3)’s new Glyph Display. (Image credit – Nothing)

This works as a simplified and standalone way for the phone to communicate, not just repeating what’s on the main screen. It adds a new layer of interaction when the phone is lying face down.

The Glyph Interface can display notifications, from contact-based caller ID to app-specific signals, pixelated avatars of custom contact icons, and more. It comes with a Glyph Toys section in Settings that houses many widgets to choose from. Users have options such as Glyph Mirror to see a pixelated image of themselves on the rear display to frame selfies, games such as Spin the Bottle and Rock Paper Scissors to play with friends and family, Digital Clock for the time, Battery indicator to keep a track of the battery level, Stopwatch and more.

Nothing CEO Carl Pei, during the launch, claimed that it is a big step up in design and functionality, offering a fresh and playful smartphone experience.

Nothing Phone (3) – Key Specs

Caption – Nothing Phone (3) key features. (Image credit – Nothing)

The 6.67-inch flexible AMOLED screen (16.94 cm) on the Phone (3) features a sharp 1.5K resolution (1260 x 2800) and 460 PPI. It delivers brilliant clarity even in sunlight with peak brightness of 4500 nits (HDR) and 1600 nits (HBM). Thanks to Ultra HDR support and deep AMOLED blacks, your photos and videos will look rich and full of depth.

The phone also features a 120Hz adaptive refresh rate and a 1000Hz touch sampling rate, ideal for gaming and fast-paced use. Eye strain is reduced with 2160Hz PWM dimming. It also sports thinner bezels, 0.43 mm slimmer than the Phone (2), resulting in an immersive 92.82% screen-to-body ratio.

The Phone (3) is powered by Qualcomm’s latest Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 chipset, built on TSMC’s 4nm process. It brings a 36% improvement in CPU performance, 88% in GPU, and 60% in AI tasks compared to Phone (2). With an AnTuTu score of over 2 million, it’s built for smooth multitasking, fast gaming, and high-end productivity.

Phone (3) comes with a quad 50MP camera setup including a primary sensor, an ultra-wide, a telephoto periscope with macro, and a 50MP selfie camera on the front. All four cameras support 4K video at 60fps, making this phone perfect for creators.

Caption – Nothing Phone (3) camera sample comparison with the predecessor Nothing Phone (2). (Image credit – Nothing)

The main 50MP camera now features a larger 1/1.3-inch sensor, capturing 44% more light than its predecessor. It also has a fast f/1.68 aperture, a 7-element lens, and delivers 70% faster exposure times. With support for lossless 2x zoom, OIS, and EIS, even shaky hands won’t ruin your shots.

The Truelens Engine 4 and improved AI help capture great detail and dynamic range in every shot,  from deep shadows to bright highlights.

Thanks to the Snapdragon AI Engine, on-device generative AI features are now faster and smarter. Image recognition and processing are 125% quicker than Phone (2), offering an overall smarter experience.

Battery life gets a boost as well. The Indian version comes with a 5,500mAh silicon-carbon battery (global model gets 5,150mAh), a big jump from the 4,700mAh on the Phone (2). Nothing claims two days of use on a single charge. Charging speeds have also improved, now supporting 65W fast charging, along with 15W wireless and reverse wireless charging.

Nothing Phone (3) – Price, Offers and Availability in India

Caption – Nothing Phone (3) colour variants. (Image credit – Nothing)

The Nothing Phone (3) is priced at ₹79,999 for the 12GB + 256GB variant and ₹89,999 for the 16GB + 512GB variant.

With bank discounts and exchange offers, the effective prices drop to ₹62,999 and ₹72,999, respectively. Pre-booking starts today, and early buyers will receive a free Nothing Ear (worth ₹14,999).

The phone will be available for pre-orders starting July 4 with the official sale scheduled for July 15 via Flipkart, Flipkart Minutes, Vijay Sales, Croma, and other retail outlets.

You can check out the launch video below –

FAQs

Q1. What is the new Glyph Matrix on the Nothing Phone (3)?

Answer. The Glyph Matrix is a new design upgrade featuring a custom micro-LED disc called the Glyph Display, which acts as a standalone communication interface when the phone is face down.

Q2. What chipset powers the Nothing Phone (3), and how does it perform?

Answer. The phone is powered by the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 chipset, offering a 36% CPU boost, 88% GPU improvement, and 60% faster AI tasks compared to the Phone (2).

Q3. What are the camera specifications of the Nothing Phone (3)?

Answer. It features a quad 50MP camera setup (primary, ultra-wide, telephoto periscope with macro, and selfie), all supporting 4K video at 60fps and enhanced by Truelens Engine 4 and AI.

Q4. How long will the Nothing Phone (3) receive software support?

Answer. Nothing promises five years of Android updates and seven years of security patches for the Phone (3).

Q5. What is the price and availability of the Nothing Phone (3) in India?

Answer. The 12GB + 256GB variant is priced at ₹79,999, and the 16GB + 512GB variant at ₹89,999, with effective prices dropping to ₹62,999 and ₹72,999 via offers. It will be available from July 15 via Flipkart and other retailers.

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