[Exclusive] Nothing Phone 3 5G listing appears on German retailer confirms premium offerings

The whispers have turned into a roar: the Nothing Phone 3 5G is no longer just a rumor, but a tangible reality poised for an official unveiling on July 1, 2025. What began with a leaked listing from a German IT shop, showing a “TELEKOM Nothing Phone 3 512GB schwarz” priced at €750.99 (excluding VAT), has now blossomed into a near-complete picture of a smartphone determined to stake its claim in the premium segment.

The core of the Nothing Phone 3 experience will undoubtedly be its refined design, which while retaining the company’s signature transparent back, promises a more evolved and intricate layout of its internal components. The much-talked-about Glyph Interface isn’t going away; instead, it’s transforming into a “new LED effect,” potentially a “Glyph Matrix LED Interface” or a mesmerizing “dot-matrix style display” on the rear, promising a more dynamic and personalized notification system. Complementing this visual flair will be a stunning 6.7-inch 1.5K LTPO OLED display, delivering silky-smooth visuals with its 120Hz refresh rate and adaptive capabilities for optimal power efficiency.

Under the hood, Nothing is making a strategic choice with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 chipset. This isn’t the absolute top-tier chip, but it’s engineered for near-flagship performance with a keen eye on efficiency, representing a significant leap from the Phone 2’s Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1. This ensures a powerful and responsive user experience without necessarily pushing the price into the absolute stratosphere.

Consumers can expect generous memory and storage configurations, with leaks pointing to 12GB RAM and 256GB storage as the base, and a beefier 16GB RAM and 512GB internal storage option, aligning perfectly with that initial German leak.

The camera system is where the Nothing Phone 3 truly aims to shine, boasting a formidable triple 50MP rear camera setup. This includes a 50MP main sensor, likely with optical image stabilization and phase-detection autofocus for crisp and steady shots, a 50MP ultrawide sensor to capture expansive scenes, and a highly anticipated 50MP 3x periscope telephoto lens, finally bringing true optical zoom capabilities to Nothing’s lineup. For selfie enthusiasts, the front-facing camera gets a substantial upgrade to a 50MP sensor, with hopes for the inclusion of autofocus for consistently sharp self-portraits.
Powering this impressive hardware will be a robust 5,150mAh battery, a welcome upgrade over its predecessor. And for those who dread long charging times, the Phone 3 is rumored to support a blistering 100W wired fast charging, a game-changer for quick top-ups. Wireless charging and reverse wireless charging are also expected to remain on board, offering versatile power options.

On the software front, the Nothing Phone 3 is anticipated to launch with Nothing OS 3.5, built on the latest Android 15, ensuring a clean, optimized, and intuitive user experience. What’s more, Nothing has been hinting at an unprecedented commitment to software longevity, with rumors swirling of seven years of software updates, a move that would set a new standard in the Android ecosystem. Connectivity will be comprehensive, with eSIM support, a growing convenience for many users, and standard NFC for seamless contactless transactions.

With the official launch set for July 1st, both in India and globally, the final piece of the puzzle is the pricing. While the €750.99 figure from the comNET leak points to the 512GB model, global prices are reportedly hovering around $799 for the 12GB+256GB and $899 for the 16GB+512GB variants.

Indian pricing is often more competitive, with speculation suggesting it could fall under ₹65,000 for the base model. Carl Pei, Nothing’s visionary CEO, has been clear about the company’s ambition for the Phone 3 to be a “true flagship,” positioning it to directly challenge established players in the premium market. As the countdown to July 1st begins, all eyes are on Nothing to see if the Phone 3 can truly deliver on its ambitious promises and solidify its place as a formidable contender.