Nothing is preparing for the launch of a new pair of budget-friendly over-ear headphones, if recent leaks are accurate.
The product reportedly carries the name Nothing Headphone (a) and would sit below the existing Headphone (1), signalling a more accessible entry point into Nothing’s audio lineup.
The information comes from Billbil-kun, a source known for accurately revealing launch dates and pricing details ahead of official announcements.
Earlier rumours suggested the new model could reuse the Headphone (1) design with cheaper materials, but the latest leak points toward a clearer separation between the two products.
Rather than serving as a minor revision, the Headphone (a) appears positioned as a dedicated budget alternative that prioritises affordability over feature parity.
Launch timing and pricing details
According to the leak, Nothing plans to launch the Headphone (a) on March 12, 2026, with pre-orders opening one week earlier on March 5 alongside the expected product announcement.
Reported pricing places the headphones at €159 in Europe and £149 in the UK, undercutting the €299 launch price of the Headphone (1) by a wide margin.
That pricing alone suggests Nothing intends to compete more directly with mid-range over-ear headphones rather than focusing solely on premium design-led audio.
The leak also lists four colour options, including Pink, White, Black, and Yellow, continuing Nothing’s emphasis on visual differentiation even at lower price points.
While full specifications remain unknown, the lower cost strongly indicates compromises compared with the Headphone (1), which launched with premium materials and advanced audio features.
Nothing has not confirmed which features will carry over, but the pricing implies reduced build complexity, fewer advanced audio controls, or scaled-back noise-cancelling capabilities.
If accurate, the Headphone (a) would represent a strategic expansion for Nothing, enabling the brand to reach a broader audience without diluting its higher-end offerings.
The company has not commented publicly on the leak, and official details around features, availability, and regional rollout are expected closer to the reported March launch window.
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