Remember the days when phones were just black or gray boxes full of boredom. Then along came Carl Pei and his London-based team Nothing and sold us transparency as the latest fashion. Now they've gone one step further. Introducing the Nothing Phone (4a) in pink - a device that proves that a man in a leather jacket (yes, me) can write about a "pink" phone without losing his dignity. Almost.
Wait, this is about Nothing. This isn't the cheap, flashy pink you find on children's toys. It's a thoughtful, desaturated hue that, combined with their legendary translucency, feels surprisingly industrial and futuristic at the same time. It's Nothing Phone (4a).
Design: Art under the hood
The Nothing Phone (4a) retains what makes the brand unique – a glimpse inside. Through the transparent back, you can see the screws, wireless charging coils, and components, now covered in a layer of pink that changes intensity depending on the light. It's like looking into the guts of a fashionable robot.
The biggest star remains Glyph interface. This time, the “Glyph Bar” is completely redesigned and is 40 % brighter than its predecessors. It features nine individually controlled mini-LED segments that integrate with the latest Android 16 operating system. This means that your phone uses light signals to let you know the progress of your food delivery, the countdown of a timer, or the urgency of notifications without you even looking at the screen. Is it useful? Maybe. Does it look cool in a bar at midnight? Absolutely.
Technical specifications: More than just a pretty face
There's some serious tech under the hood. The Phone (4a) is powered by a processor that ensures smooth performance without overheating, which is crucial for modern users. Although Nothing is targeting the mid-range price range, the specs are impressive:
- Display: 6.7-inch (17 cm) LTPO OLED with a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
- Capacity: Available in versions with 8 GB or 12 GB of RAM.
- Speed: The processor allows for lightning-fast switching between applications.
- Battery: 5,000 mAh capacity, supporting 45W fast charging (0-100 % in approximately 55 minutes).
- Connectivity: Of course, it supports 5G networks for maximum data transfer speeds.
"In a world where all phones look like grey river stones, Nothing Phone (4a) screams for attention, but it does so with British elegance and a touch of irony."
Camera and software
The new Phone (4a) features an improved dual-camera system. The 50MP main sensor delivers sharp images even in low-light conditions, while the 50MP ultra-wide lens lets you capture wider shots without distortion. Video is stabilized and supports 4K resolution at 60 frames per second (fps).
Nothing OS, based on Android 16, remains one of the cleanest and fastest experiences on the market. Free from the unnecessary bloatware typically found on major manufacturers, it's digital minimalism at its finest.
Brand history and heritage
Nothing is a company founded by Carl Pei (co-founder of OnePlus) with the vision of making technology fun again. In just a few years, they have managed to create a cult status among tech enthusiasts. The Phone (4a) is a logical continuation of this path, where the line between art object and utility tool is blurred. The choice of pink for the model, which will be released in March, is a bold move that moves the brand away from a strict “geek” aesthetic and towards a broader lifestyle market.
Conclusion: Is it worth your money?
Do you need a pink see-through phone? Probably not, if you're the kind of person who thinks color TV is still just a passing fad. But if you're looking for a device that actually sparks conversation and doesn't cost as much as a used Golf, then this is it. Nothing Phone (4a) excellent choice.
The price should be around 450 to 500 euros, which is more than fair for such a package of style and performance. My personal opinion? The pink color combined with the powerful LED lights on the back looks surprisingly confident. It's bold, it's different, and it's proof that technology doesn't have to be boring. If you decide to buy it in March, you might get a few strange looks in the office, but when you turn on the Glyph lights, everyone will be quiet. The Nothing Phone (4a) is not just a phone; it's a rebellion against the gray everyday life. And that's exactly what we need at the moment.
