Nothing, which has launched its first ever high end smartphone, the Phone (3), has also launched its newest audio product, the Headphone (1), which is the company´s first entry into the over-ear audio category.
The Headphone (1) has been acoustically engineered in collaboration with legendary audio innovator KEF which it says will deliver an immersive listening experience with precision sound, intuitive tactile controls, and Nothing’s distinctive design language, rooted in openness and transparency.
Adam Bates, Head of Design at Nothing has stated that:
“With Headphone (1), we set out to create something that doesn’t just sound great, it feels different the moment you pick it up,”
“From the tactile controls to the transparent construction, every detail is intentional. It’s a product that looks different, works differently, and invites people to connect with sound in a more expressive way.”
The Headphone (1) features Nothing´s conic transparent elements and premium materials like formed aluminium, precision CNC components, and PU memory foam, the Headphone (1) has been built for comfort and visual impact.
Headphone (1) takes a deliberate step away from touch controls, opting instead for tactile controls built into the physical design instead the Headphone (1) comes with a Roller, Paddle, and Buon provide a more precise and reliable way to adjust volume, navigate media, and switch ANC modes – without the guesswork or friction often associated with touch interfaces which are directly built into the Headphone (1).
Nothing’s partnership with KEF – an audio pioneer with over 60 years of expertise in high-fidelity sound leverages KEF´s advanced acoustic engineering and proprietary tuning tools, the custom-built 40 mm dynamic driver delivers rich, natural audio with deep bass, detailed mids, and crisp treble across all modes, including ANC, Transparency, and Spatial Audio.
With the inclusion of on-device spatialisation and built-in head tracking, Headphone (1) transforms any stereo source into a 360-degree soundstage that adapts in real time to the listener’s movement.
The Headphone (1) features dual feedforward and feedback microphones, Headphone (1)’s real-time ANC dynamically adapts to changing environments, while Transparency Mode keeps users aware of their surroundings.
Furthermore, Nothing has stated that its best-in-class 4-mic ENC system, powered by AI and trained on more than 28 million noise scenarios, ensures clear voice capture for calls in even the busiest environments.
In terms of listening time, the Headphone (1) delivers up to 35 hours of listening time, and a quick 5-minute charge provides 2.4 hours of playback, all with ANC on. The Headphone (1) does come with Bluetooth 5.3 dual device connection, Fast Pair support and low-latency performance, switching between devices is fast and seamless.
The main selling point despite the design of the Headphone (1) is what the company states is the Button, which is a customisable control in the Nothing X app where a single press from the user, an activate Channel Hop: a quick-switch feature that cycles between recent audio apps and favourite functions without digging through menus or switching screens.
The Button can also be configured to trigger voice commands, launch News Reporter, or open Essential Space – a second memory designed to capture voice notes, reminders, and fleeting thoughts.
The Headphone (1) will be available in either Black or White clours and will retail for approximately A$549. Global pre-orders begin 4 July 2025 at nothing.tech. Australian customers can pre-order starting 2 July 2025 through Optus and JB HiFi with open sales starting 15 July 2025.
