Nothing Ear (3a) release - 45dB ANC and Audio Snapshot for ~RM412

08 Jul 2026, 05:04

Alongside the Nothing Phone (4b) release, Nothing also officially revealed its new Nothing Ear (3a) wireless earbuds for US$99 (~RM412). Featuring 45dB wideband active noise cancellation (ANC) and an Audio Snapshot function to capture up to 2 hours of audio, these wireless earbuds are available in Black, Pink, White and Yellow with the signature transparent stem of its predecessors. No Malaysia release dates or pricing details yet though.

Bright colours and trendy features

Like other Nothing Ear wireless earbuds, the design for the Nothing Ear (3a) features a long transparent stem with touch controls but now has a coloured plastic earpiece on the end. Aside from the Audio Snapshot feature to capture up to 2 hours of live phone calls directly from the earbuds, it also has automated privacy alerts and status LEDs. It pairs with the Nothing X app to generate transcripts and quote cards while offering hands-free tools like ChatGPT integration.

Notable tech specs and features

Here are the tech specs and features of the Nothing Ear (3a):

Storage: 32 MB built-in flash storage (Audio Snapshot memory architecture)
Audio: 12 mm dynamic driver audio system (Aerospace-inspired PMI diaphragm)
Features: Up to 45 dB Wideband Active Noise Cancellation (400 Hz to 2000 Hz target range), 24-bit/96 kHz Hi-Res Audio Wireless capabilities (LDAC codec support), 3 directional microphones per earbud audio layout (AI environmental noise reduction), 1x3 LED grid display matrix (Status light indicators), IP54 dust and sweat structural resistance (Earbuds and case), 4-size ergonomic silicone ear tips (New XS size inclusion)
Supports: Bluetooth 6.0 connectivity framework (Dual Connection multipoint support)
Battery: 55 mAh battery capacity per bud (Up to 10 hours ANC off, 6 hours ANC on playback), Pill-packet inspired charging case container (Up to 42 hours total battery with 5-minute fast charge)

Would you actually use the audio recording feature from the Nothing Ear (3a)? Perhaps you like to take audio notes? Would you get the Nothing Ear (3a) if it came to Malaysia? Comment below with your thoughts, and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more updates