Highlights
- Carl Pei to reveal Nothing Phone (2a) details on February 13, 2024.
- Rumored specs include MediaTek Dimensity 7200 chipset and 120Hz OLED display.
- Expected to offer 45W fast charging and wireless charging capabilities.
- Device speculated in two variants: 8GB/128GB and 12GB/256GB.
The Nothing Phone (2a) has ignited curiosity and excitement within the Nothing community and beyond, particularly with its recent teaser campaign on Flipkart.
While the device is earmarked for a launch at MWC later this month, fans of the brand will not have to wait long for some official details regarding this upcoming device.
Nothing’s CEO, Carl Pei, has stated February 13, 2024, at 3:30 PM as the moment when all will be revealed about this much-awaited device.
Nothing Phone (2a): Expected Specs
Despite the tight lid on specifics, an unlisted video on Nothing’s official YouTube channel has further fueled speculations, although it stops short of divulging any concrete details about the Phone (2a).
However, it has been reported that this upcoming model is rumoured to be a more compact and budget-friendly alternative to its predecessor, the Nothing Phone (2), while continuing to embrace the brand’s hallmark transparent design.
The rumor mill suggests the Phone (2a) will boast a MediaTek Dimensity 7200 chipset and will be available in two configurations: 8GB RAM with 128GB storage, and 12GB RAM with 256GB storage.
A sneak peek into the device’s features, courtesy of a TUV Certification portal listing, hints at 45W fast charging capabilities and wireless charging support, promising not just aesthetics but also practicality and performance.
Expectations are high for the Phone (2a)’s display and camera offerings.
Leaks point towards a 120Hz OLED display and a robust dual 50MP rear camera setup, indicating that Nothing is not compromising on quality to achieve a more accessible price point.
The company has also teased the launch of new earbuds and the Neckband Pro, signaling its ambition to broaden its ecosystem of products.
Nothing Phone 2a Specs
GENERAL
| Sim Type | Dual Sim, GSM+GSM |
| Dual Sim | Yes |
| Sim Size | Nano+Nano SIM |
| Device Type | Smartphone |
| Release Date | July 11, 2023 |
DISPLAY
| Type | Color AMOLED Screen (1B Colors) |
| Touch | Yes, 240 Hz Touch Sampling Rate |
| Size | 6.7 inches, 1080 x 2412 pixels, 120 Hz |
| Aspect Ratio | 20:9 |
| PPI | ~ 394 PPI |
| Screen to Body Ratio | ~ 87.2% |
| Features | 1,000,000:1 Contrast Ratio, 500 nits Brightness, 1000 nits HBM, 1200 nits Peak Brightness |
| Notch | Yes, Punch Hole |
MEMORY
| RAM | 6 GB |
| Storage | 128 GB |
| Storage Type | UFS 2.2 |
| Card Slot | No |
CONNECTIVITY
| GPRS | Yes |
| EDGE | Yes |
| 3G | Yes |
| 4G | Yes |
| 5G | Yes |
| 5G Bands | n1/n2/n3/n5/n7/n8/n12/n20/n25/n28/n30/n38/n40/n41/n66/n71/n75/n77/n78 |
| VoLTE | Yes, Dual Stand-By |
| Wifi | Yes, with wifi-hotspot |
| Wifi Version | Wi-Fi 6, 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax (2.4 GHz | 5 GHz) |
| Bluetooth | Yes, v5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX, aptX HD, LDAC, AAC |
| USB | Yes, USB-C v2.0 |
| USB Features | USB Tethering, USB on-the-go, USB Charging, USB Storage |
EXTRA
| GPS | Yes, with dual-band A-GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, Beidou, NavIC |
| Fingerprint Sensor | Yes, In Display |
| Face Unlock | Yes |
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Electronic Compass, Gyroscope, Front and Rear Ambient Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor, Sensor Core |
| 3.5mm Headphone Jack | No |
| Extra | NFC |
| Water Resistance | Yes |
| IP Rating | IP54 |
| Dust Resistant | Yes |
| Extra Features | Glyph Interface, Dual stereo speakers |
CAMERA
| Rear Camera | 50 MP 24mm, 1/1.56″, 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS f/1.9 (Wide Angle) 13 MP f/2.2 (Ultra Wide) with autofocus |
| Features | Night Mode, Portrait Mode, Motion Photo, Super Res Zoom, Lenticular (Filter), AI Scene Detection, Expert Mode, Panorama, Night Mode, Document Mode) |
| Video Recording | 4K @ 30 fps UHD, 1080p @ 30 fps FHD |
| Flash | Yes, LED |
| Front Camera | Punch Hole 16 MP f/2.45 (Wide Angle) with Screen Flash |
| Front Video Recording | 1080p @ 30 fps FHD |
TECHNICAL
| OS | Android v13 |
| Custom UI | Nothing OS 2 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen3 |
| CPU | 2.63 GHz, Octa Core Processor |
| Core Details | 1xPrime Core@2.63 GHz & 3xPerformance Cores@2.4 GHz& 4xEfficiency cores@1.8 GHz |
| GPU | Adreno GPU |
| IP Rating | IP54 |
| Java | No |
| Browser | Yes, supports HTML5 |
MULTIMEDIA
| Yes | |
| Music | MP3, AAC, AAC+, WMA, AMR-NB, AMR-WB, WAV, FLAC, APE, OGG, MID, M4A, IMY, AC3, EAC3, EAC3-JOC, AC4 |
| Video | MKV, MOV, MP4, H.265 (HEVC), AVI, WMV, TS, 3GP, FLV, WEBM |
| FM Radio | No |
| Document Reader | Yes |
BATTERY
| Type | Non-Removable Battery |
| Size | 5000 mAh, Li-Po Battery |
| Fast Charging | Yes, 35W Fast Charging |
| Reverse Charging | Yes, 5W |
FAQs
When will the Nothing Phone (2a) details be officially announced?
Nothing’s CEO, Carl Pei, is set to reveal key details about the Nothing Phone (2a) on February 13, 2024, at 3:30 PM.
What are the expected specifications of the Nothing Phone (2a)?
The Phone (2a) is rumored to feature a MediaTek Dimensity 7200 chipset, 120Hz OLED display, 45W fast charging, wireless charging, and a dual 50MP rear camera setup.
Will the Nothing Phone (2a) have different storage options?
Yes, it’s anticipated that the Phone (2a) will come in two configurations: one with 8GB RAM and 128GB storage, and another with 12GB RAM and 256GB storage.
Can we expect any unique design elements for the Nothing Phone (2a)?
The Phone (2a) is expected to continue Nothing’s transparent design philosophy, aligning with the aesthetic of its predecessor, the Nothing Phone (2).
Are there any other products expected to launch alongside the Phone (2a)?
Alongside the Phone (2a), Nothing has teased the introduction of new earbuds and the Neckband Pro, expanding its product ecosystem.
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