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Nothing, the company by OnePlus co-founder Carl Pei, is prepping up for the Nothing Phone (2a)’s global release. The company has already successfully launched its first two smartphones, the Phone (1) and Phone (2). Now, it’s turning its attention to the more affordable variant of its handsets. The Nothing Phone (2a) is likely to compete against Google‘s upcoming Pixel 8a.
The Nothing Phone (2a) appears on India’s BIS certification
A new Nothing Phone bearing the model number A142 has been spotted on India’s BIS certification website (via MySmartPrice). It hints at the imminent launch of the Nothing Phone (2a). This aligns with an earlier report from GSMChina, which also suggested that the A142 is the Nothing Phone (2a). While the BIS certification doesn’t divulge the device’s specifications, Android Authority has provided some insights into its specs.
This upcoming smartphone marks Nothing’s foray into the affordable tech segment, following the recent launch of the CMF by Nothing brand, which offers affordable earbuds and smartwatches. The Nothing Phone (2a) may be the next step in this direction.
The Nothing Phone (2a) may have a better battery and a different chipset
Android Authority reports that the upcoming Nothing Phone (2a) will sport a considerably larger battery than its predecessor, the Nothing Phone (2). The Phone (2a) may feature a 4920mAh battery, surpassing the 4500mAh battery of the Phone (2). This enhanced battery capacity should translate into improved battery life for the Phone (2a).
However, the display and camera may remain similar, with only minor changes. If that’s the case, then Nothing might be bringing some flagship-level specs down to its affordable handset. This is something that we’re seeing with the Google Pixel “A” phones.
The other significant change is the chipset. The Nothing Phone (2) utilizes the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset, but the Nothing Phone (2a) is expected to adopt a new, yet-to-be-confirmed chipset. It may offer superior performance and better efficiency.