Nothing has been making waves in the tech world since its inception just four years ago, starting out as an accessories brand before debuting its first smartphone. Since then, it has expanded its reach with a sub-brand called CMF, offering similar products at a more affordable price point.
Rumors are already brewing about Nothing’s next phones, with one such rumor suggesting that the company might be planning significant upgrades to its mid-range lineup. Android Authority managed to uncover some new information about upcoming handsets through the latest Nothing OS 3.0 beta code.
According to Aamir Siddiqui of Android Authority, Nothing may be planning a strategic move to Qualcomm, potentially changing the processors that power its mid-range devices. The latest Nothing OS 3.0 beta code hints at three codenames: asteroids, asteroids_plus, and galaga, which could potentially refer to the Nothing 3a, 3a Plus, and the CMF Phone 2. Although it’s uncertain, the code suggests that new processors might be used in these upcoming devices.
The Nothing 3a and 3a Plus could be powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 7 Gen 3, while the CMF Phone 2 might feature an unnamed MediaTek processor. Additionally, the cameras on these phones might see improvements, with the Nothing 3a potentially featuring a telephoto camera and the Phone 3a Plus boasting a periscope zoom camera.
If you’ve been eagerly awaiting Nothing’s next release, today’s news is sure to be music to your ears. The brand has been making significant strides in the smartphone world, and it seems that things are only going to get better. And to top it all off, there’s one final piece of information: the possibility that the next Nothing phones could come with eSIM support.
While eSIM support isn’t a game-changer, it does add convenience by allowing users to purchase a SIM card remotely without having to visit a physical store. If the phone still has a physical SIM card slot, it also enables the use of multiple SIMs at once. Overall, it seems like Nothing’s upcoming mid-range lineup has a lot to look forward to in 2025. However, it’s essential to note that this information is based on code and might not necessarily translate to the final product, so some details could change before the phones are released.