Nothing previews Phone 3 design in a close-up shot ahead of launch: Details

Nothing describes the Phone 3 as its first true flagship. Its CEO Carl Pei has hinted at an 800 pound price point, putting it in direct competition with Apple, Samsung, and OnePlus

Nothing is set to unveil its next premium smartphone, the Phone 3, in July. In the lead-up to the launch, the UK-based consumer technology company has shared a close-up image of the device’s design on X. This follows an earlier, blurred preview revealed during the Google I/O device showcase.

 

Described by the company as its “first true flagship smartphone”, the Nothing Phone 3 is reportedly being constructed using “premium materials” and is expected to offer notable enhancements in both performance and software. While official specifications have yet to be announced, online rumours have already offered preliminary insights into the anticipated features.

 

It’s all in the details. Phone (3).  Coming this July. pic.twitter.com/hYbg0AdxdF

— Nothing India (@nothingindia) May 27, 2025

Nothing Phone 3: What to expect

According to a report by Smartprix, the upcoming device has appeared on listings from both the GSM database and the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS). Internally at Nothing, the handset is reportedly codenamed “Metroid” and carries the model number “A024”. 

As reported by Digit, the Nothing Phone 3 is likely to feature a 6.77-inch LTPO AMOLED display, offering a 120Hz refresh rate and peak brightness of up to 3,000 nits. The smartphone is expected to be powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 and may be paired with up to 12GB of RAM and 512GB of internal storage. The device is also expected to retain the brand’s signature transparent back panel while incorporating more premium materials, possibly including a metal frame and glass back.  ALSO READ | Nothing calls on the community to make concept Phone 3, announces giveaway 

In terms of optics, the Phone 3 is likely to feature a triple-camera setup with a redesigned module. It is expected to include a 50MP primary camera and a 32MP front-facing camera for selfies and video calls. Powering the device could be a 5,000mAh battery, with support for 50W wired charging and 20W wireless charging.

  Artificial intelligence is expected to play a more integral role in the Phone 3. Carl Pei has previously alluded to a new generation of AI-driven “interactions” that the company is developing. These features are anticipated to debut with the Phone 3 and evolve over time, suggesting a deeper, system-level integration of AI within Nothing OS.   

Pei has also confirmed that the Phone 3 will launch at approximately 800 pounds (around Rs 90,000). For context, the Nothing Phone (2), released in 2023, had a starting price of Rs 44,999.