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Highlights Nothing Phone (2a) experiences rapid sell-out across multiple channels. Over 100,000 units sold within the first 24 hours of launch. Features include a 6.7-inch AMOLED display and dual 50MP cameras. Latest OS update introduces ChatGPT integration and enhanced camera features. The underpriced Nothing Phone (2a) seems to be selling better than expected since the device has sold out due to unexpected demand. Nothing Phone (2a) Sold Out PSA: Phone (2a) is selling better than expected, and we expect to face stockouts in the next few weeks. If you need it soon, please lock in your order in the next 7-10 days to avoid delays. — Carl Pei (@getpeid) March 19, 2024 "Back in April, Carl Pei, CEO of Nothing, had said that some colour variants were sold out. Currently, according to him, "most" Phone (2a) units are all sold out on various channels. Pei first started hinting at possible stockouts mid-March when he said that the Phone (2a) was "selling better than expected." The exact sales number is not known, but Nothing said that it sold over 60,000 units in the first hour of its launch and over 100,000 units in the first 24 hours. Even if there were only a fraction of that strength in the first movement, it can explain the current stock situation. Nothing Phone (2a): Key Specs Nothing Phone 2a Sells Out Quickly Due to ‘Extremely’ High Demand Display: 6.7-inch FHD+ 120Hz Flexible AMOLED screen. Processor: Mediatek Dimensity 7200 Pro chipset. RAM and Storage: Options include 8GB of RAM with 128GB storage, and possibly a higher-end model with 16GB/512GB. Camera: Dual 50MP main and ultra-wide sensors at the back, and a 32MP selfie shooter. Battery: 5000mAh, without wireless charging support. OS: Ships with Nothing OS 2.5 based on Android 14. Design: Features a unique transparent design with a simplified Glyph lighting system. The Nothing Phone (2a) brings an attractive list of specifications for its price range and it comprises a 6.7-inch 120Hz AMOLED display, MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Pro chipset, up to 12GB RAM, and a dual 50MP rear camera setup. It is the most budget-friendly offering from Nothing and it stands to reason that a lot of customers have shown an interest in the product. Nothing Phone (2a) Getting ChatGPT Latest OS update introduces ChatGPT integration and enhanced camera features In other news, Nothing has rolled out the OS 2.5.5a update for the Phone (2a) worldwide, including ChatGPT integration and new features. Users can now access their AI assistant right on their devices, use ChatGPT widgets on the home screen, and enjoy some camera improvements such as improved color consistency, HDR portrait brightness, and better app launch performance. While specific sales figures are hard to come by, the fact that the demand for its cheap flagship killer remains high and the firm is rolling out new software updates at such a rapid pace indicates a lot about Nothing's commitment to handling the high demand for its cheap flagship killer. 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 Email 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 Why has the Nothing Phone (2a) sold out so quickly? The Nothing Phone (2a) has exceeded expectations in sales, leading to a rapid sell-out due to its appealing price and robust features, along with strong initial consumer interest. How many Nothing Phone (2a) units were sold during the launch? At launch, Nothing reported that it sold over 60,000 units in the first hour and more than 100,000 units within the first 24 hours. What are the key features of the Nothing Phone (2a)? The Nothing Phone (2a) boasts a 6.7-inch FHD+ 120Hz AMOLED screen, Mediatek Dimensity 7200 Pro chipset, options of up to 16GB RAM, and high-quality dual 50MP rear cameras. What new functionalities does the OS 2.5.5a update bring to the Nothing Phone (2a)? The latest update for the Nothing Phone (2a), OS 2.5.5a, includes ChatGPT integration, new home screen widgets, and significant improvements in camera performance and app launching speed. Also Read: Nothing Phone 2a Update Introduces ChatGPT Integration and Camera Enhancements Also Read: Nothing Phone (2) Is Now Getting the Nothing OS 2.5 Update Based on Android 14 Also Read: Nothing Phone (2a) Receives Major OS Update