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Nothing Launches Phone (3a) Lite, Its First Budget Phone, From €249

The entry-level device signals a broader strategy shift toward wider reach with new monetization on cheaper phones.

Nothing launches a new entry level smartphone retaining its signature glyph lights
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Nothing Phone 3a Lite debuts with sleek transparency and smart budget specs.
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Overview

  • On sale now in the UK and Europe at £249/€249 for 8GB/128GB or £279/€279 for 8GB/256GB, with no US release and India pricing unannounced.
  • Key hardware includes a 6.77-inch FHD+ 120Hz AMOLED, MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Pro, 8GB RAM, 5,000mAh battery with 33W charging, and microSD expansion up to 2TB.
  • The triple rear camera setup features a 50MP main sensor (1/1.57-inch) with OIS, an 8MP ultrawide, and a 2MP macro, plus a 16MP selfie camera and 4K30 video.
  • Nothing simplifies its signature Glyph to a single rear LED that supports Flip to Glyph, customizable light sequences, and a camera countdown.
  • The phone ships with Nothing OS 3.5 on Android 15 with three years of Android upgrades and six years of security patches, as Nothing confirms Lock Glimpse lock-screen content and removable third‑party preinstalls for non-flagships, currently off by default in beta.