London-based tech disruptor Nothing has set social media ablaze with its first official teaser for the Phone (3), hinting at a radical redesign while resurrecting a fan-favorite color scheme. The cryptic reveal, shared via the company’s Twitter account, showcases a dramatically reshaped silhouette—a stark departure from the Phone (2)’s industrial aesthetic—paired with what appears to be the return of the iconic white and gray "Panda" colorway last seen in 2022’s Phone (1).
Embedded Teaser:
Nothing’s Twitter Teaser
*The 11-second clip zooms into a corner of the device, revealing curved edges, a matte-textured back, and a reconfigured Glyph Interface with segmented LED strips.*
Industry insiders speculate the redesign prioritizes ergonomics, addressing criticisms of the Phone (2)’s boxy frame. The teaser’s deliberate focus on the white-and-gray finish—dubbed "Panda" by early adopters—signals Nothing’s nod to its heritage amid aggressive innovation. This classic palette, absent since the debut model, fueled the brand’s cult following and resale frenzy.
Exclusive Leak: Performance and AI Upgrades
According to an exclusive report by GSMGOTech, the Phone (3) will tout significant hardware leaps:
- Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 chipset (3.8 GHz) with dedicated NPU for on-device AI tasks.
- "Glyph 2.0" Interface featuring programmable light zones for app notifications, music visualization, and spatial alerts.
- Adaptive Display with 1–120Hz LTPO refresh rate and 3,000-nit peak brightness.
- Periscope Telephoto Lens—a first for Nothing—paired with a 50MP main sensor.
Strategic Nostalgia Meets Futurism
Nothing CEO Carl Pei’s teaser caption—"Returning to where it all began. Evolved."—suggests a dual strategy: leveraging nostalgia while advancing core technology. Analysts note the white colorway revival targets Phone (1) loyalists, while the curved chassis aims to lure mainstream users. The move follows Pei’s recent tease of an "AI-centric" OS overhaul for Nothing devices.
Availability
Pre-orders are expected to open July 25, with shipments commencing August 1. Pricing remains unconfirmed, though leaks suggest a $799 starting tag—$100 higher than the Phone (2)’s launch.
Why it matters: In a saturated mid-premium market, Nothing bets that blending retro appeal with cutting-edge AI and bolder design will differentiate Phone (3) from rivals like Google’s Pixel 9 and OnePlus 13. If successful, it could cement the brand’s shift from "startup darling" to established player.
Phone (3).
— Nothing (@nothing) June 6, 2025
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