Nothing Phone (3) gets a launch schedule: Key specs, features and possible India price
On the design front, the phone is expected to retain Nothing's signature transparent rear panel. However, we may see enhancements in the Glyph lighting system, offering users more customisation options and new interactive features with the Phone (3). There are also reports about a new Dot Matrix Glyph on the back which may display more advanced visual cues for notifications and real-time interactions.advertisementNothing is also focusing heavily on AI, and the Nothing Phone (3) is expected to be the first flagship from the brand to integrate AI-driven features deeply into its user experience. Pei has previously discussed the role of AI in creating more personalised and intuitive smartphone interactions.This year's budget Phone (3a) series and even the sub-brand CMF Phone (2) Pro include AI features like the TrueLens Engine 3 (an AI-powered camera system) and the Essential Key. So, we can expect Nothing to bring in these AI experiences with its true flagship and some more. The Phone (3) might also include features like context-aware UI suggestions, smarter voice commands, camera enhancements, and machine learning-powered battery optimisation.Nothing Phone (3) chipset and performance upgradesUnder the hood, the Phone (3) is expected to be powered by a flagship chipset from Qualcomm Snapdragon. While the exact model hasn't been confirmed, rumours suggest it could be either the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 or the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4. Given that the new flagship is arriving almost two years after its predecessor, the chipset upgrade is likely to represent a significant leap from the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 that powered the Phone (2), promising improved multitasking, gaming performance, and energy efficiency.Nothing Phone (3) rumours: Display and batteryadvertisementOn the front, leaks suggest that the Phone (3) could sport a 6.77-inch 1.5K LTPO AMOLED display with a 120Hz adaptive refresh rate and peak brightness of up to 3,000 nits. The phone is also expected to house a 5,000mAh battery, with support for 50W wired and 20W wireless charging. There is no confirmation yet on whether a charger will be bundled in the box, although Nothing might include it for its Indian audience.Nothing Phone (3) to get a powerful camera setup?This year, the budget phones from Nothing received serious camera hardware upgrades. So, for the flagship, we're expecting nothing but the best from the brand. According to leaks, the Phone (3) might feature a triple rear camera setup, including a high-resolution main sensor, an ultra-wide lens, and, for the first time, a periscope-style telephoto camera—a first for any Nothing device. On the front, the phone may offer either a 32-megapixel or a 50-megapixel Sony sensor.Nothing Phone (3) expected pricing in IndiaCarl Pei has hinted that the Phone (3) could be priced around EUR 800 globally, which roughly translates to Rs 90,500. However, Nothing is likely to adopt a more competitive pricing strategy in India, as it has done in the past. The Phone (2) launched at Rs 44,999, and while a sharp price jump is expected for the Phone (3), it's unlikely to be drastic.Current speculation suggests the device could be priced between Rs 55,000 and Rs 65,000 for the base variant. This price tag would put Phone 3 in direct competition with other flagships like the Pixel 9a, iPhone 16e, and the OnePlus 13.
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