Nothing Phone (4a): Premium Design Hits Budget Price

Nothing surprised attendees at MWC 2026 with a preview of its budget-friendly Phone (4a), set to challenge established players. This upcoming device aims to prove that premium design and strong specifications are achievable at a lower cost, with rumors suggesting a starting price of £349.

The Phone (4a) features a refreshing blue color option alongside its signature transparent design, offering a glimpse of the internals. It sports a 6.78-inch OLED display with a 1260 x 2800 resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. The updated Nothing OS 4 promises a clean, utilitarian aesthetic with new features like custom focus spaces and an improved "Lock In" mode.

Internally, the phone is rumored to be powered by the Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 chipset with up to 12GB of RAM, suggesting smooth performance for daily tasks. The camera system is expected to mirror last year's model with a 50MP main sensor, a 50MP telephoto lens with a wider aperture, and an 8MP ultrawide, showing improved low-light performance.

This device continues Nothing's philosophy of creating budget phones that set a high standard. While minor upgrades from its predecessor, the Phone (4a) is positioned to be the budget phone to watch in 2026, offering compelling value against premium alternatives.