Nothing, a consumer tech brand which has been in the news for its creative and powerful smart devices is set to introduce its first-ever Community Edition smartphone. The upcoming smartphone will be named ‘Nothing Phone 2a Community Edition’ on October 30. This launch is considered the end of a community-driven initiative that began in March 2023, where users will contribute to the design, packaging, and promotional aspects of the phone. The UK-based brand, which is led by Carl Pei has confirmed the launch date via a post on social media platform X and has announced the event to take place at 11:00 GMT (4:30 PM IST).
Nothing Phone 2a: Community collaboration
The Nothing Phone 2a Community Edition Project was launched in March 2024, following the debut of the standard Nothing Phone 2a.
The project has spanned 6 months and has been unfolded in four stages. Each stage invited community input, starting with hardware design, followed by packaging, wallpapers and finally, a marketing campaign for the new phone.
The final design further features a Phosphorescence concept which comes with a unique green finish that glows in the dark. The packaging, wallpapers and marketing materials also follow this theme, adding a cohesive aesthetic to the special edition phone.
Nothing has recognized and listed the winners who contributed to the project on their website.
Identical internals to the standard Phone 2a
While the Nothing Phone 2a Community Edition boasts a new look, it retains the same internal specifications as the original model. The standard Nothing Phone 2a was launched earlier this year with a MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Pro SoC. It features a 6.7-inch full-HD+ AMOLED display with an adaptive refresh rate ranging from 30Hz to 120Hz, delivering a smooth visual experience.
In terms of cameras, the phone includes a dual 50-megapixel rear camera setup and a 32-megapixel front-facing camera for selfies. It also comes with an IP54 rating, offering resistance against dust and light water splashes.
Pricing and availability in India
The Nothing Phone 2a was released in India in March with a starting price of Rs. 23,999 for the 8GB + 128GB variant. The Community Edition is expected to be similarly priced, offering users a chance to own a unique, community-inspired version of the device. As the October 30 launch date approaches, Nothing fans are eagerly awaiting this limited-edition release, which could become a collector's item for enthusiasts.
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