Key Highlights:
- Nothing Phone 4a and Phone 4a Pro launch globally with Android 16 and Nothing OS 4.1.
- Both phones feature 50MP main cameras and telephoto lenses.
- Phone 4a starts at ₹31,999, while Phone 4a Pro begins at ₹39,999.
- Devices go on sale from March 13 and March 21 respectively.
The Nothing Phone 4a series has officially launched in global markets. The lineup includes the Nothing Phone 4a and Nothing Phone 4a Pro.
The new smartphones introduce Android 16-based Nothing OS 4.1, larger batteries, and telephoto cameras in the midrange segment. Prices start at ₹31,999, with sales beginning in March.
The launch expands Nothing’s midrange lineup while the Phone 3 remains the company’s flagship device for 2026.
What Is New in the Nothing Phone 4a Series?
The Nothing Phone 4a series builds on the previous Phone 3a lineup but adds notable upgrades.
First, both phones ship with Nothing OS 4.1 based on Android 16 out of the box. The company also promises three years of OS updates and four years of security updates.
Second, the series keeps the brand’s signature design language. The devices retain the transparent back design and Glyph lighting system.
Additionally, Nothing continues integrating its Essential apps ecosystem, which aims to provide deeper software experiences on the phones.
Nothing Phone 4a Specifications and Features
The standard Nothing Phone 4a comes with a 6.78-inch LTPS flexible AMOLED display. The screen supports a 120Hz refresh rate and reaches up to 4,500 nits peak brightness.
The display is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 7i.
Under the hood, the phone runs on the Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 processor. It supports up to 12GB RAM and 256GB storage. The device uses LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 3.1 storage.
Battery capacity also increases this year. The Phone 4a carries a 5,400mAh battery, the largest ever on a Nothing smartphone launched in India.
The phone supports 50W wired charging.
For cameras, Nothing includes a triple rear camera setup:
- 50MP Samsung GN9 main sensor with OIS and EIS
- 50MP Samsung JN5 telephoto lens with 3.5x optical zoom
- 8MP Sony IMX355 ultrawide camera
On the front, the device features a 32MP Samsung KD1 selfie camera.
The phone also carries an IP64 rating for dust and water resistance.
Price and Availability
The Nothing Phone 4a starts at ₹31,999 for the 8GB + 128GB variant.
The smartphone will be available in Pink, White, Black, and Blue colors.
Sales begin March 13.
What Does the Nothing Phone 4a Pro Offer?
The Nothing Phone 4a Pro introduces some design changes.
Unlike earlier models, the transparent elements are now focused around the camera module, while the rest of the back panel features a more metallic finish.
The phone uses a 6.83-inch AMOLED display with a 144Hz refresh rate. Peak brightness reaches 5,000 nits.
Powering the device is the Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 chipset. Like the standard model, it supports up to 12GB RAM and 256GB storage.
The Phone 4a Pro runs the same Nothing OS 4.1 based on Android 16.
Battery capacity stands at 5,080mAh, paired with 50W charging support.
Camera System
The Pro model also features a triple camera system:
- 50MP Sony main sensor
- 50MP telephoto camera
- 8MP ultrawide camera
For selfies and video calls, the phone includes a 32MP front camera.
Nothing Phone 4a Pro Price and Sale Date
The Nothing Phone 4a Pro starts at ₹39,999 for the 8GB + 128GB model.
Color options include:
- Black
- White
- Pink
- Metallic Silver
The phone will go on sale March 21.
Software, Design, and Glyph Lighting
Both devices run Nothing OS 4.1, which introduces Android 16 features along with the company’s custom interface. The software includes the Glyph lighting interface, which continues to act as a notification system for calls, alerts, and timers.
Additionally, the phones support Essential apps, part of Nothing’s software ecosystem that integrates with its devices. Nothing also maintains its distinctive transparent industrial design, which remains a key identity of the brand.
Other Announcements at the Event
Alongside the smartphones, the company also introduced Headphone a, a new over-ear headphone.
The device claims up to 135 hours of playback and supports Hi-Res audio.
Headphone a is priced at €159 (around ₹16,908) globally.
What This Launch Means for Nothing’s 2026 Lineup
With the launch of the Nothing Phone 4a series, the company is focusing on strengthening its midrange portfolio.
The brand confirmed that Phone 3 will continue as its flagship device in 2026. As a result, the new phones target users seeking premium features without flagship pricing.
For now, the Nothing Phone 4a lineup introduces Android 16, telephoto cameras, and larger batteries to the midrange smartphone market.
