Nothing Headphone (a) are probably just around the corner.
of Nils Ahrensmeier 
on February 01, 2026, 19:02 | Write a comment
Nothing is getting colorful in 2026 – and, above all, more affordable. While the company recently confirmed that we won't see a new flagship smartphone this year, there's exciting news on the audio front. With the Nothing Headphone (a), the London-based brand is apparently planning a significantly more affordable model of its over-ear headphones.
Colorful, made of plastic, and aggressively priced
The rumor mill is churning: The well-known leaker billbil kun Nothing has uncovered details about the price and design of the new headphones (a). According to them, Nothing will offer a wide range of colors for this model. In addition to the classic white and black, yellow and a vibrant pink will also be available. This perfectly aligns with the strategy of positioning the "a-series" as a lifestyle product for a younger target group.
To drive the price down, Apple's competitor Nothing is reportedly using more plastic for the casing instead of the aluminum accents of its bigger brother. The price is the biggest surprise: while the Nothing Headphone (1) launched at a hefty €299, the Headphone (a) is expected to sell for a mere €159. Whether this massive price drop will necessitate some technical compromises or simply the use of cheaper materials remains to be seen.
Release schedule: Things get serious in March
Those wanting to get their hands on the new headphones won't have to wait much longer. The official announcement is expected on March 5, 2026 – coinciding with the start of the pre-order phase. The actual sales launch is then scheduled for just one week later, on March 12, 2026. This brings the launch within reach.
The timing is also interesting in light of the rest of the hardware. CEO Carl Pei has already confirmed that... Telephone (4a) Since another launch is also planned for this spring, a joint presentation seems likely. Nothing appears to be focusing entirely on the mid-range market in 2026 to further expand its market presence, while taking a well-deserved break from the high-end segment.