===== Phone (3a) Lite =====
{{infobox>
name = Nothing Phone (3a) Lite
image = phone_3a_lite.webp | The Phone (3a) Lite in White & Black
Source = Nothing
Released = 29 October 2025 - UK/Europe\\ 27 November 2025 - India
Model number = A001T
Pokémon codename = Bulbasaur T
Device codename = Galaxian
Factory firmware = [[software:nothing_os#nothing_os_35|Nothing OS 3.5]] (Android 15)
Latest OS update = [[https://spike0en.github.io/nothing_archive/docs/changelogs/galaxian/Galaxian-B4.1-260702-1815|Galaxian-B4.1-260702-1815]] (2026-07-15)
Availability = Available
Series = Part of the [[:hardware:phone_3a_series|Phone (3a) series]]
Website = [[https://nothing.tech/products/phone-3a-lite|nothing.tech/products/phone-3a-lite]]
Resources = [[/download/phone_3a_lite_user_guide.pdf|Phone (3a) Lite user guide]]\\ [[/download/phone_3a_lite_black.glb|Phone (3a) Lite Black 3D model]]\\ [[/download/phone_3a_white.glb|Phone (3a) Lite White 3D model]]
}}
The Nothing Phone (3a) Lite is a surprise late addition to the [[hardware:phone_3a_series|Phone (3a) series]] range, aimed at the budget market. Thought to reuse some of the hardware from the [[cmf:cmf_phone_2_pro|CMF Phone 2 Pro]], the (3a) Lite features a toned-down design, while maintaining the transparent aesthetic. It also features a single “[[software:glyph_interface#glyph_light|Glyph Light]]” on the rear panel, in the lower right corner, providing some features of the [[software:glyph_interface|Glyph Interface]].

===== History & Launch =====
The Phone (3a) Lite was announced on 27 October 2025 and launched on 29 October, priced at £249 / €249 for the base 8+128GB model, and £279 / €289 for the higher storage 8+256GB model. Sales started for select markets, which excluded India, on the same day as the launch.

[[locations:nothing_store_soho|Nothing Store Soho]] hosted a launch event on 1 November 2025, where those that entered the queue within the first hour and purchased a Phone (3a) Lite would receive a free [[hardware:ear_series#ear_open|Ear (open)]]. Scratch cards were also handed out for a chance to win Phone (3a) Lite and [[:merchandise|Nothing merchandise]].((https://nothing.community/d/45822))

With the launch of Phone (3a) Lite, Nothing introduced Lock Glimpse as part of [[software:Nothing_OS#nothing_os_40|Nothing OS 4.0]] to the (a) series and CMF phones. This was a feature designed to bring "fresh, high-quality wallpapers to your lock screen, curated to your taste across nine categories".((https://nothing.community/d/45141)) The introduction of Lock Glimpse faced immediate backlash from the community, hailing it as "bloatware" on an otherwise clean OS.((https://nothing.community/d/45213))

{{:hardware:phone_3a_lite_blue.webp | The Phone (3a) Lite in blue}}The Phone (3a) Lite entered the Indian market on 27 November, with general availability online, and a limited [[community:community_events#physical_drop_events|Drops event]] in Delhi. At this time, they also announced an exclusive colour for India devices: Blue.((https://nothing.community/en/d/47798)) The event gave customers the opportunity to get hands-on and purchase Phone (3a) Lite, meet some of the Nothing team and enjoy coffee, snacks and music. The first 20 purchasers received free [[hardware:ear_series#ear_open|Ear (open)]], while three lucky winners of a challenge also received [[hardware:ear_series#ear_open|Ear (open)]].((https://nothing.community/d/47622)) {{ :hardware:phone_3a_lite_red.webp| The Phone (3a) Lite in red}}

On 7 January 2026, some tech accounts on X posted announcements regarding a red edition of the Phone (3a) Lite, which was released as a Rakuten Mobile exclusive in Japan only.((https://x.com/chehonz201/status/2008736460078481498))((https://x.com/ASUS_ZenBlog/status/2008738393992348138))

===== Design & Display =====
**Colour Options:** Phone (3a) Lite is available in White and Black variants globally. There is a Blue model in India and a Red model in Japan.

**Back Design:** While the Phone (3a) Lite does feature Nothing’s well-known transparency, the design has been toned down compared to other models. Some users online speculated whether the square on the back could be a removable battery compartment.((https://www.reddit.com/r/NothingTech/comments/1oj0n3t/nothing_phone_3a_lite_possible_replaceable_battery/)) The phone also featured a [[software:glyph_interface#glyph_light|Glyph Light]] - a single LED pixel, similar to a camera flash, in the bottom right corner. This has similar features to the traditional [[software:glyph_interface|Glyph Interface]], used primarily for call and app notifications, Essential Notifications and a camera countdown.

**Front Display:** A 6.77-inch flexible AMOLED panel with 1080 x 2392 resolution, 120 Hz adaptive refresh rate and a peak brightness of 3000 nits.

**Build:** Featuring a plastic frame, Panda Glass front and back. It’s IP54 dust protected and water resistant and weighs 199g.((https://www.gsmarena.com/nothing_phone_(3a)_lite_5g-14267.php))

===== Hardware & Performance =====
**Processor:** Powered by the Mediatek Dimensity 7300 Pro, supported by a Mali-G615 MC2 GPU.

**Memory:** Available in 8 GB RAM / 128 GB storage and 8 GB RAM / 256 GB storage variants.

**Connectivity:** Wifi 6, Bluetooth 5.3, NFC, Dual nano SIM, USB-C, LTE and 5G band support.((https://www.gsmarena.com/nothing_phone_(3a)_lite_5g-14267.php))

===== Cameras =====
**Rear Camera:** Features a triple setup with a 50 MP wide (OIS), 8 MP ultrawide, and 2 MP macro. Supports video up to 4K@30fps.

**Front Camera:** A 16 MP wide selfie camera.

**Speakers:** Stereo output (no 3.5 mm jack).((https://www.gsmarena.com/nothing_phone_(3a)_lite_5g-14267.php))

===== Battery & Charging =====
**Battery:** A 5,000 mAh battery.

**Charging:** 33 W wired, 5W reverse wired charging.((https://www.gsmarena.com/nothing_phone_(3a)_lite_5g-14267.php))

===== Software & Support =====
**OS:** Launches with [[software:nothing_os#nothing_os_35|Nothing OS 3.5]] based on Android 15, with 3 years of Android updates and 6 years of security patches.((https://nothing.community/d/45822))

**Features:**
  * **[[software:glyph_interface#glyph_light|Glyph Light]]** - a new take on the [[software:glyph_interface|Glyph Interface]] - a single light, inspired by classic notification lights. It features Flip to Glyph, Essential Notifications and a camera countdown.
  * Comes with an Essential Key and [[software:essential_space|Essential Space]].((https://nothing.community/d/45822))