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Nothing Confirms UFS 3.1 for Pre‑March Releases, With Phone 4a Tipped for Q1

Carl Pei says soaring RAM costs could force higher prices or reduced specs for 2026 models.

Overview

  • Nothing’s CEO confirmed that some devices launching before the end of March will ship with UFS 3.1 storage, without specifying which models will receive the upgrade.
  • Reports suggest the lineup will include a Phone 4a and a 4a Pro targeting a Q1 2026 debut, with India expected to be among the first markets.
  • Pei warned that industry RAM inflation linked to AI data centers may require price increases of up to roughly 30% or feature trade‑offs.
  • Unconfirmed leaks point to a Snapdragon 7s‑series chipset and a single 12GB RAM and 256GB storage configuration for at least one 4a model.
  • Leaked details indicate a return of Nothing’s transparent design, four color options, a 64MP main camera with 8MP ultra‑wide and 50MP telephoto, and a rumored India price near ₹29,999.