Nothing is back again, and this time it’s the Nothing Phone (4a) making its way to the Philippines. If you’ve seen previous Nothing phones, you already know what to expect, a design that stands out the moment you pull it out of your pocket.
The Phone (4a) isn’t just about looks anymore. It positions itself as a more complete everyday device, covering essentials like social media, photography, and light gaming without overcomplicating the experience.
The Nothing Phone (4a) retains its signature transparent back, now presented with a cleaner and more refined layout. The overall design appears less cluttered, resulting in a more polished look compared to previous iterations.
The Glyph Bar remains integrated into the rear panel, functioning as a visual notification system that lights up for alerts, timers, and incoming calls. Beyond aesthetics, it adds a layer of utility by offering quick visual cues without requiring users to interact with the display.
The device comes in Black, White, Blue, and Pink. Among these, the Blue and Pink variants offer a more distinct appearance, especially when light reflects across the transparent rear panel.
The Phone (4a) features a 6.78-inch AMOLED display paired with a 120Hz refresh rate, providing smooth transitions across the interface. Scrolling, animations, and video playback benefit from the higher refresh rate, while the panel’s brightness allows for better visibility outdoors.
Powering the device is the Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 processor, combined with up to 12GB of RAM and storage options reaching 512GB.
The hardware configuration places the Phone (4a) firmly within the midrange category, capable of handling daily tasks, multitasking, and moderate gaming workloads. The focus here is on consistency rather than peak performance, ensuring stable operation across common use cases.
The camera system consists of a 50MP main sensor, a 50MP telephoto lens with optical zoom, and an 8MP ultra-wide camera, alongside a 32MP front-facing shooter.
The inclusion of a dedicated telephoto lens adds flexibility, allowing for more controlled zoom without the immediate drop in quality seen in digital zoom alone. Overall, the setup is designed to deliver consistent results across different shooting conditions, with an emphasis on balanced image output.
The device is equipped with a 5,000mAh battery supported by 50W fast charging. This capacity supports a full day of typical usage, covering activities such as browsing, streaming, and photography.
Fast charging allows for shorter downtime when recharging, although wireless charging is not part of the feature set.
Fast charging allows for shorter downtime when recharging, although wireless charging is not part of the feature set.
Running on Nothing OS based on Android 16, the software experience remains one of the device’s defining aspects. The interface is kept clean and minimal, avoiding unnecessary pre-installed applications and maintaining a near-stock Android feel.
Nothing Phone (4a) Key Specs
OS: Android 16, Nothing OS 4.1 (up to 3 major Android upgrades)Display: 6.78-inch AMOLED, 2720 × 1224, 120Hz refresh rate, HDR10+, 2160Hz PWM dimming, up to 4500 nits peak brightness, Corning® Gorilla® Glass 7i
Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 (4nm), Octa-core (1× Cortex-A720 2.7GHz + 3× Cortex-A720 2.4GHz + 4× Cortex-A520 1.8GHz), GPU: Adreno 810
RAM and Storage: 8GB + 128GB / 256GB, 12GB + 256GB (UFS 3.1)
Rear Cameras: 50MP main (f/1.9, OIS) + 50MP periscope telephoto (f/2.9, 3.5x optical zoom, OIS) + 8MP ultra-wide (f/2.2)
Front Camera: 32MP (f/2.2)
Rear Video: 4K at 30fps, 1080p up to 120fps, gyro-EIS, OIS, Dolby Vision HDR
Front Video: 1080p at 30fps
Connectivity: Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.4, NFC, USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
Mobile Data: 2G / 3G / 4G LTE / 5G, Dual nano-SIM
Navigation: GPS, GALILEO, GLONASS, BDS, QZSS
Audio: Stereo speakers
Dimensions: 164 × 77.6 × 8.6 mm
Durability: IP64 dust and splash resistance, Gorilla Glass 7i front
Battery: 5080mAh (global) / 5400mAh (India), 50W fast charging (50% in 22 min), 7.5W reverse wired charging
Sensors: In-display fingerprint sensor, Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Proximity sensor, Compass
Special Features: Glyph Interface (63 mini-LEDs, 6 zones), Ultra HDR support
Colors: Pink, White, Black, Blue
Weight: 204.5g
Nothing Phone (4a) price in the Philippines
The Nothing Phone (4a) is available in the Philippines through Digital Walker and Beyond the Box.
Official Pricing:
The Nothing Phone (4a) is available in the Philippines through Digital Walker and Beyond the Box.
Official Pricing:
8GB + 128GB — ₱21,990
12GB + 256GB — ₱24,990
12GB + 512GB — ₱28,990
12GB + 512GB — ₱28,990
The Nothing Phone (4a) continues to refine what the brand has been building over the past few releases. While the design remains a key highlight, the device now offers a more balanced combination of performance, camera capability, and software experience.
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