Nothing has officially announced the launch of the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus on July 31st, 2024. This new model will be an upgraded version of the existing Nothing Phone (2a), which was introduced earlier this year.
The announcement comes just weeks after the launch of the CMF Phone 1, the first device under Nothing’s new CMF brand. The company has teased the Phone (2a) Plus with the tagline “Plus. More. Extra.,” hinting at some significant upgrades over the standard model.
While details about the Phone (2a) Plus remain scarce, we can expect it to offer several improvements over its predecessor. The phone has been spotted on certification sites, suggesting the inclusion of 5G support, a feature missing from the original Phone (2a).
The display size may see a slight increase from the 6.7-inch AMOLED panel on the Phone (2a), and the company could also opt for a more powerful processor, potentially a Snapdragon chipset, to differentiate the Plus variant. Improvements to the camera system, with better sensors and software enhancements, are also likely.
Plus. More. Extra.
— Nothing (@nothing) July 18, 2024
Get ready for Phone (2a) Plus on 31 July. pic.twitter.com/AP7JEy8D94
Battery capacity and charging speeds could get a boost as well, with the Phone (2a) packing a 5,000mAh battery with 45W fast charging. The design of the Phone (2a) Plus may also see some refinements, possibly taking inspiration from the special edition variant launched in May.
Pricing for the Phone (2a) Plus remains unknown, but it is expected to be higher than the ₹23,999 starting price of the standard Phone (2a). Nothing may position the Plus model as a more premium offering to cater to users seeking a more powerful and feature-rich experience within the brand’s ecosystem.
The launch of the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus comes at an interesting time, as the company’s CEO has already confirmed that the highly anticipated Phone (3) will not arrive until 2025. This could be Nothing’s way of keeping its product pipeline fresh and appealing to consumers who may have been eagerly awaiting the next flagship device.
As we approach the July 31st launch date, more details about the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus are expected to surface, giving us a clearer picture of what this new model has to offer. The success of the Phone (2a) Plus will depend on how well Nothing can position it in the highly competitive mid-range smartphone market.