Nothing, a UK-based tech company founded by Carl Pei, is gearing up to launch its latest smartphone, the Nothing Phone 2a, in India. While the company has kept the launch date under wraps, the Nothing Phone 2a, codenamed Aerodactyl, is expected to be a more budget-friendly counterpart to the Nothing Phone 2.
The Phone 2a is expected to debut at a price point below Rs 35,000, making it an accessible option for a wide range of consumers. Speculation suggests that the official unveiling could take place at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2024 in Barcelona.
Expected Features of Nothing Phone 2a:
Early leaks hint at a capable device. A 6.7-inch 120Hz OLED display, a MediaTek Dimensity 7200 processor, and a dual-camera system with a 50MP main sensor are all respectable mid-range offerings. The processor front is said to be covered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7200 chipset, coupled with 8GB RAM and 128GB storage, according to a report by The Economic Times.
The smartphone pocket-friendly smartphone is expected to run on Nothing OS 2.5, based on Android 14, with speculation of three years of OS updates and bi-monthly security patches. The Phone 2a is rumored to be equipped with Glyph controls for a customizable user experience. Battery capacity is expected to range between 4,500mAh and 4,800mAh.
A Promising Entry in the Mid-Range Segment:
As of now, Nothing’s smartphone portfolio includes the Nothing Phone 1 and Nothing Phone 2. The company’s last Nothing Phone 2 was launched in July last year. The device starts at Rs. 44,999 for the 8GB RAM + 128GB storage variant. It is powered by the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC and boasts a revised Glyph Interface with LED lighting.
The Phone 2a is poised to be a noteworthy addition to India’s competitive smartphone market. With the launch of Nothing Phone 2a, the company aims to strike a balance between affordability and performance.
