Nothing Phone 3a Pro’s Leaked Design Disappoints Fans, Sparking Online Debate
The highly awaited Nothing Phone 3a Pro has only recently been seen in a leaked design that did not sit well with many fans, particularly its camera module. Fans have already commented on Reddit, calling the design “weird” and “hideous.” The leaked renders opened up a floodgate of criticism, and some fans are left disappointed as the launch date nears on March 4th.
Nothing, under Carl Pei, has established a brand for creating smartphones with distinctive, attention-grabbing designs that differentiate them from others. Although the company launched its groundbreaking Glyph interface with the Nothing Phone 1 and 2, and included modular elements in the affordable CMF series last year, hopes for the new 3a series are not being fulfilled. Leaked photos have been making the rounds on social media, with most users complaining about the overall appearance of the device.
The Nothing Phone 3a lineup, which should comprise the Phone 3a and Phone 3a Pro, will go on sale on March 4th, and the firm has been hyping information in the run-up to the event. While Nothing has not yet confirmed the final look, recent leaks (via Android Headlines) by tipster Arsène Lupin have provided fans with a sneak peek at the new affordable smartphone lineup.
The Phone 3a Pro’s leaked design features an enormous camera ring, similar to those on the OnePlus 13 and Vivo X200 series. Like other Nothing phones, both sides of the ring feature the Glyph interface. The transparent rear, a trademark of the brand, is also featured, but the overall design has been met with mixed feedback.
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— Arsène Lupin (@MysteryLupin) February 21, 2025
User Reactions to the Design:
Numerous Reddit users have complained about the Phone 3a Pro’s design, particularly its camera module. One Redditor observed, “The 3a camera module is just odd. The 3a Pro isn’t bad though.” Another opined on camera placement, elaborating, “I don’t understand why Nothing hasn’t had a clue as to how to make the flash part of one of the Glyph lights.” Other users even professed annoyance at the situation, with one observer saying, “I thought that the 2a looked horrible, but now the 3a Pro? Seriously?” Other users were just more forthcoming on their uneasiness, as one opined, “I like the designs of them both, but the camera module of the 3a Pro is atrocious and makes my trypophobia all worse.”
What to Expect from the Nothing Phone 3a Pro:
In spite of the rather mixed reaction to the design, the Phone 3a Pro is going to have some killer specifications despite this. The leaked video shows that the phone will have a 6.77-inch Full HD+ AMOLED LTPS display with a 120Hz refresh rate and Panda Glass protection. It is claimed to provide a peak brightness of 3,000 nits and will be based on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 processor.
The Phone 3a Pro is said to feature up to 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. The rear of the phone is said to have a triple-camera setup, with a 50MP primary camera, an 8MP ultra-wide camera, and a 50MP 3x telephoto camera. The device is also said to feature a 50MP selfie camera on the front.
Furthermore, the Phone 3a Pro is rumoured to have an iPhone 16-like action button that would initiate several AI-related operations. The Phone 3a Pro will likely boot on Nothing OS 3.0, which is built upon Android 15.
With the formal launch mere days away, only time will confirm whether the Phone 3a Pro will be able to meet the expectations despite the design fiasco.
Conclusion
While the leaked design of the Nothing Phone 3a Pro has certainly caused some mixed reactions, its impressive specifications might still make it a contender in the budget smartphone market. Only time will tell whether it can meet expectations on March 4th.
For those interested in exploring similar devices, take a look at the Vivo V50 Review: Features & Performance.
