Nothing, the new smartphone brand from Carl Pei, is making waves again with rumors of new devices. Following the success of the Nothing Phone 2a in 2024, the company is said to be launching three new phones in 2025. These new phones, part of the Nothing Phone 3 series, will have big upgrades including Snapdragon processors. Here’s what we know so far:
The Journey So Far: From Nothing Phone 2 to 2a
Nothing has been making a name for itself in the smartphone space with its design philosophy and user experience. The Nothing Phone 2 launched in 2023 and set the tone with its glowy light rings and premium build. Then the Phone 2a arrived in early 2024 as a more affordable but feature packed option.
The Phone 2a with the MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Pro chip was for users who wanted performance and affordability. Its success has led to the next phase of Nothing’s product roadmap.
Leaked Models: What’s Coming in 2025?
Recent leaks suggest Nothing will be adding three new models to its lineup. These devices were found in an IMEI database and here’s what we know:
1. Nothing Phone 3a (Model A059, codename “asteroids”)
2. Nothing Phone 3a Plus (Model A059P, codename “asteroids_plus”)
3. Second-Generation CMF Phone (Model A001, codename “galaga”)
The naming follows Nothing’s previous pattern with the Phone 2a and 2a Plus. This means multiple options for different user needs.
Key Features and Hardware Updates
Processor Upgrade: Snapdragon
One of the biggest changes in the Nothing Phone 3 series is the rumored switch to Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 chip. This is a departure from the MediaTek chip in the Phone 2a and the first-generation CMF Phone.
The Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 chip will bring better performance and power efficiency to the new devices and differentiate them from many mid-range phones. Nothing is using Qualcomm’s chip to improve the user experience while keeping its design and features.
Light Rings and Modular Design
Nothing will probably keep the illuminated light rings for the 3a models. Those customizable LED strips have been a big hit, for notifications and futuristic look.
CMF 2 will have a modular design. This will allow users to customize or upgrade some parts, more Nothing innovation.
eSIM
All three will have eSIM. More flexibility for users to manage multiple carriers or switch networks without physical SIM cards.
CMF 2
The second CMF Phone, codenamed “galaga”, is Nothing’s wild side. Details are scarce but the CMF series is a testing ground for new ideas and features. The first CMF Phone had a MediaTek Dimensity 7300 chip, the move to Snapdragon could be a big performance boost.
The modular design if true will be a game changer, a new level of customization in mid-range.
Nothing Phone 3
With the Nothing Phone 3 series Nothing is going to solidify its position in the mid-range. By combining innovative design with more powerful hardware Nothing will differentiate itself from competitors that compromise on build or performance.
The Snapdragon devices will appeal to users who want reliable performance and the illuminated light rings and modular design will be a unique selling point.
Conclusion
Details are not official yet but the leaks of the Nothing Phone 3 series looks promising. Three models in the pipeline, Phone 3a, Phone 3a Plus and CMF 2, Nothing is doubling down on its mission to disrupt the smartphone industry.
