Following two years of wait, Nothing has formally released its first real flagship smartphone, the Nothing Phone 3, in India. The move is a defining moment for the brand as it formally enters the high-performance flagship segment. The company has announced a string of major improvements, both externally and internally, to make the Nothing Phone 3 a significant player in the premium smartphone game. From a rejuvenated rear panel to a Snapdragon next-gen processor and improved Glyph Interface, this phone commits to both style and substance.
Transparent Design with a Bold New Identity
Remaining loyal to its heritage, the Nothing Phone 3 has the company's characteristic clear design made of metal and glass. But in this iteration, the rear cover gets a total revamp. One of the standout features is the revamped Glyph Matrix, now consisting of 489 individually addressable LEDs, providing more sophisticated light-based interactions. The new Glyph Button and red recording light provide additional flair and functionality to the minimalist design of the phone. Yet another new addition is the Essential Key, a customizable button that provides one-touch access to your most frequently used features or apps.
Vibrant Display with Flagship Brightness
At the front, the Nothing Phone 3 features a gorgeous 6.67-inch bendable AMOLED screen. It has a 120Hz adaptive refresh rate, which optimizes performance as well as battery life by automatically adjusting according to the content. The display provides an immersive viewing experience, regardless of whether you're outdoors or watching content in HDR, with ultra-thin 1.87mm bezels on all four sides and a peak brightness of 4500 nits.
Nothing's Most Powerful Phone to Date
Internally, the Nothing Phone 3 is driven by Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 processor, which is manufactured on TSMC's 4nm process. It features an 8-core CPU clocked at up to 3.21GHz, along with the Adreno 825 GPU for intensive graphical handling. The chipset also features a Qualcomm Hexagon NPU, with support for effective processing of AI-driven jobs like real-time image processing and intelligent app predictions. This is the most feature-packed smartphone Nothing has ever produced — built to manage gaming, multitasking, and productivity effortlessly.
Longer Battery Life and Smarter Charging
The Phone 3 is powered by a 5500mAh silicon-carbon battery, providing a dramatic increase in power density compared to the normal lithium-ion type. It has 65W fast charging, allowing users to charge their phone and be on the move quickly. The battery life optimizations coupled with smart performance management guarantee day-long usage even with demanding apps and features activated.
Software
Unboxed, Nothing Phone 3 comes pre-installed with Nothing OS 3.5, which is built upon Android 15. The software introduces innovations like Essential Space, a distraction-free minimalist mode, and Essential Search, a quick system-wide search functionality. Nothing has also stated that Nothing OS 4.0, built on Android 16, will be released in Q3 2025, with more polished experiences and improved device harmony.
Price, Colors, and Availability in India
The Nothing Phone 3 will come in two striking color options Black and White, adhering to the brand's monochromatic design philosophy. The premium smartphone costs ₹79,999 for the 256GB model. Pre-bookings start from July 4, while the official sale starts on July 15, 2025, through leading retail and online stores throughout India.
With cutting-edge performance, a futuristic design, powerful camera system, and exclusive software features, the Nothing Phone 3 is poised to make waves in the flagship smartphone market. Whether you’re a tech enthusiast or someone looking to stand out with a unique phone, this device might just be what you’ve been waiting for.
