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The Nothing Phone 3, the latest offering from the innovative tech company, has entered the high-end smartphone market with a unique design and impressive specifications.
Priced at 799 euros for the 12GB RAM + 256GB storage model and 899 euros for the 16GB RAM + 512GB storage variant, the Phone 3 stands out as a cost-effective flagship.
Performance-wise, the Phone 3 is powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 chipset, paired with either 12GB or 16GB of RAM and storage options of 256GB or 512GB.
The device sports a 6.67-inch flexible AMOLED display with a 1.5K resolution (2800×1260), an adaptive 120Hz refresh rate, and a peak brightness of 4500 nits. The display is protected by Gorilla Glass 7i on the front and Gorilla Glass Victus on the back for durability.
A major highlight of the Phone 3 is its quad camera setup, with every lens featuring a 50MP sensor. This includes a 50MP wide, 50MP ultrawide, 50MP telephoto with 3x optical zoom, and a 50MP selfie camera. All cameras support 4K video recording at 60fps, offering versatile photography and videography options.
The phone houses a sizeable 5,150mAh battery (5,500mAh in the India variant) with silicon-carbide tech, supporting fast 65W wired charging and 15W wireless charging.
The Phone 3 runs on Android 15 with Nothing OS 3.5, featuring five years of major Android updates and seven years of security updates. The user experience includes innovative features like the new “Flip to Record” for AI-generated summaries of recordings and the unique “Glyph Matrix” interface, which uses LED lights for notifications and interactions.
The Nothing Phone 3 continues the brand’s signature aesthetic with a transparent back showcasing internal components, combined with the Glyph interface that enhances the phone’s distinctive identity. For the first time in a Nothing phone, the Phone 3 has an IP68 rating for water and dust resistance, enhancing its robustness.
The Phone 3's telecamera offers an optical triple zoom that can be digitally increased to six times without significant loss of quality. The Glyph-Matrix display can be used for various functions such as digital clock, stopwatch, call notifications, and games like "Rock, Paper, Scissors". The Glyph-Matrix display also serves as a flashlight, but a separate flash LED provides brighter light.
The Phone 3 charges with a 65W cable in 54 minutes and wirelessly charges accessories placed on its back. Essential Search in NothingOS allows finding content, solving math problems, or finding nearby locations by swiping down and typing.
While the Phone 3's images are impressive and can compete with Samsung's S25 and Apple's iPhone 16, it lacks a fingerprint sensor and USB 3.0 support. The Phone 3's wireless charging capabilities extend to accessories placed on its back, making it a convenient charging station for compatible devices.
In summary, the Nothing Phone 3’s unique combination of a high-performance flagship chipset, a stunning 1.5K AMOLED display, a versatile 50MP quad-camera system, a transparent design with the Glyph Matrix, long-term software support, and an IP68 rating make it a standout in the premium smartphone market for those seeking something fresh and distinctive without paying a premium on par with some other flagship models.
The Nothing Phone 3 is not only equipped with a cost-effective flagship price, but it also boasts gadgets like smartphones that showcase advanced technology, such as a powerful Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 chipset, an impressive 50MP quad camera setup, and a long-lasting 5,150mAh battery.
The Phone 3's unique design, featuring a transparent back with the Glyph interface and a sturdy IP68 rating, sets it apart in the high-end smartphone market, while its innovative features, like the new "Flip to Record" and "Glyph Matrix" interface, provide a fresh user experience.
