Nothing is launching its first headphones soon, claims they are better than Apple AirPods Max
Back in 2022, Nothing CEO Carl Pei shared concept visuals of a futuristic headphone design crafted by Yanko Design, cheekily naming it 'Crazy cool Nothing Head (1)'. What was once a playful idea is now becoming a reality. In a newly released behind-the-scenes video on Nothing's official YouTube channel, the company has confirmed that it will launch its first headphones soon. Talking about the upcoming audio device, Nothing positioned it as rival to Apple's AirPods Max and Sony's WH-1000XM6.
advertisementNothing confirms its first headphones After years of teasing and concept renders, Nothing is finally preparing to launch its first pair of over-ear headphones — and they're arriving sooner than expected. The company has officially confirmed that the new audio product will debut this year, with a summer release likely on the cards.
Design remains central to Nothing's ethos. In the video, company designers express clear dissatisfaction with current market offerings, admitting they 'don't like a single' existing headphone design. They emphasise a desire to simplify button interactions and improve usability, aiming for a more intuitive user experience. Without giving out many details, the designers say that the upcoming Nothing headphones will be unique, "that says something about you". advertisement
Price-wise, Nothing is promising a more accessible alternative to the 'really expensive' AirPods Max. Despite this, performance doesn't appear to be compromised as claimed by the company. Sound quality is described as a priority, with one team member confidently claiming, 'I think they're better than AirPods Max.' The brand also plans to engage its community for feedback to refine the final product.Collaboration with KEFThe new headphones are the first fruits of a recently announced partnership with renowned British audio brand KEF. A spokesperson for Nothing confirmed the collaboration, saying it will 'support Nothing's expansion into new audio categories,' with several co-engineered products due out later this year.
Nothing headphones: Launch timelineNothing's anticipated over-ear headphones are expected to make their debut within the next few months. The summer launch window, nonetheless, fits within the company's pattern of mid-year unveilings and is in line with previous product release cycles. While the company hasn't provided an exact release date, the timing appears to be strategically aligned with the forthcoming launch of the Nothing Phone (3), which is widely rumoured to arrive in July 2025.The simultaneous release of both devices would not only strengthen Nothing's expanding ecosystem but also make for a compelling marketing move, offering users a cohesive audio and smartphone experience. However, at present, this remains speculative, as official confirmation on the timeline is still awaited.
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