Nothing released over-ear headphones Headphone (a): up to 135 hours of battery life, active noise cancellation, price €159

New full‑size headphones from Nothing – Headphones (a)
The company Nothing officially launched a line of full‑size wireless headphones called Headphones (a), aimed at a young audience. They retain the signature industrial style but feature new colors: pink and yellow (in addition to the standard black and white).

Technical specifications
Drivers are 40‑mm dynamic drivers with titanium coating; frequency range 20 Hz–40 kHz, maximum 110 dB. Low frequencies AI real‑time update boosts bass without distortion. Sound quality Supports Hi‑Res Audio and LDAC (24‑bit/96 kHz) over Bluetooth 5.4; codecs AAC/SBC. Wired variants 3.5‑mm jack + USB‑Type‑C for charging. Device management Quick switching between PC and smartphone, simultaneous connection to two devices (Windows/Android/iOS). Battery life 135 h without ANC; 75 h with active noise cancellation on. Battery 1060 mAh: 5 min – 8 h playback, full charge in 2 h.

Active noise cancellation
* Two microphones + AI algorithms create three levels of noise reduction (up to 40 dB).
* Transparency mode allows hearing external sounds.
* Switching can be done via buttons on the case or the Nothing X app, where macros for physical buttons can be configured.

Calls and microphones
Three built‑in microphones work in tandem with noise cancellation to eliminate echo and background interference. The AI algorithm is trained on more than 28 million real scenarios, ensuring clear voice reproduction.

Audio effects
Static Spatial Audio technology creates a sense of immersive sound, enveloping the user in music.

Design and build
* Case – transparent cups with glossy finish; battery and cables visible under the case.
* Headbands reinforced with nylon + fiberglass.
* Ear pads made of memory foam and soft padding under the headband provide comfort.

Water and dust resistance – IP 5 2; passed more than 50 tests (stretching, impacts, temperature). Wired connectors tested for 5000 connection cycles and 10 000 button presses each.

Physical dimensions
Description Dimensions / Weight Headphones 177 × 78 × 190.4 mm; 310 g Case 270 × 230 × 1.5 mm; 30 g

Price and availability
* Price – €159.
* Pre‑orders start on March 5.
* Availability for sale – March 13.

Thus, Nothing Headphones (a) offer modern sound, advanced noise‑cancellation features, and user convenience while remaining stylish and accessible to a young audience.