A vast battery, rapid charging, a quicker processor, enhanced cameras, and a substitute for the Glyph Interface signify a significant achievement for Nothing. The Nothing Phone 3 is officially launched, featuring a distinctive design that the company describes as “joyful, expressive, and unmistakably Nothing.” The back is not only unique and visually appealing but also replaces Nothing’s signature Glyph Interface with an alternative: a micro-LED screen known as the Glyph Matrix.
As the term suggests, this is a purposefully low-resolution display aimed at achieving a retro chic look, akin to the way the company has incorporated dot matrix-style fonts and UI components into its phones for years. However, the Glyph Matrix is not merely a charming little screen or a diminutive substitute for the Glyph Interface LEDs found in earlier Nothing models; it offers a completely new array of functionalities that enhance Nothing’s most distinctive characteristic.
A press of the button on the back will cycle through a battery status indicator, stopwatch, mirror, digital clock, solar clock, and even a few custom games referred to as Glyph Toys. It also mimics Glyph Interface features, like notifications for individual contacts and progress indicators. Nothing has also released a Glyph Matrix SDK for the Nothing Community to create new games, so anticipate significant grassroots backing for this feature.
On the rear is a trio of upgraded cameras that address one of the few shortcomings of the Nothing Phone 2, featuring a new 1/1.3” 50MP main sensor with OIS, a 50MP ultra-wide sensor, a new 50MP periscope camera with OIS and 3x optical zoom, as well as a 50MP front-facing camera with a 114-degree FoV. All sensors support recording of 4K60 video and come with “pro-designed presets” that we appreciated on the Nothing Phone 3a.
Turning to the front, you will find a 6.67-inch AMOLED display offering peak brightness of up to 4500 nits (HDR) and 1600 nits (HMB), featuring 2160 Hz PWM dimming for visual comfort in dim environments and a variable refresh rate from 30Hz to 120Hz. Nothing reports that the bezels are uniformly 1.87 mm around the device, and the Nothing Phone 3 is 18% slimmer than the Phone 2. It also holds an IP68 rating for water and dust resistance.
The Nothing Phone 3 debuts in India with a 5,500mAh silicon-carbon battery, while the rest of the globe receives a slightly smaller 5,150mAh silicon-carbon battery. Charging capabilities reach up to 65W, alongside 15W wireless charging, aligning it with most flagship devices.
Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 processor, users can expect excellent battery longevity coupled with substantial processing capability, boasting up to 60% enhanced CPU performance, 88% GPU performance, and 125% photo processing enhancement compared to the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3.
The Nothing Phone 3 comes with Nothing OS 3.5, based on Android 15. The company’s AI-driven Essential Space is included, alongside new features like Essential Search and Flip To Record, which expand Nothing’s AI offerings. Android 16 and Nothing OS 4.0 are slated to arrive in Q3 2025, with Nothing ensuring 5 years of major Android updates and 7 years of security updates for Phone 3.
Preorders for the Nothing Phone 3 commence today, July 1, in India, accompanied by numerous promotions for early customers, including trade-in offers and free items. Nothing states that Indian customers who prebook will receive a complimentary pair of Nothing Ear earbuds, along with a 1-year extended warranty. Global preorders begin on July 4 at nothing.tech and “select partners,” with shipping expected by July 15 marking the start of the open sales period.
The Nothing Phone 3 is available in white and black and offers two configurations: 12GB RAM and 256GB storage priced at INR 62,999 / £799 / €799 / $799, while the model featuring 16GB of RAM and 512GB of storage is available for INR 72,999 / £899 / €899 / $899. For the first time, Nothing is officially selling Phone 3 in the U.S., marking the inaugural occasion the company has conducted open sales of its devices in the country, and it guarantees compatibility with all U.S. networks.
