Nothing Headphone (a) 2026 New, Adaptive Active Noise Cancelling Headphones, Wireless Over Ear Bluetooth 5.4 ANC Headset with LDAC Hi-Res, 5 HD Mics Ultra Bass via APP, 135 Hours Playtime, Black

• Dynamic Noise Cancellation Tailored for You: Experience the Nothing Headphone (a) with cutting-edge Hybrid Active Noise Cancellation, utilizing state-of-the-art processors and adaptive microphones to eliminate distractions. The innovative Smart Adaptive Mode adjusts seamlessly to your surroundings, while the Transparency Mode allows ambient sounds for situational awareness. Select from four customizable ANC levels (High/Mid/Low/Adaptive) for a personalized listening journey
• Endless Listening with Rich Sound Quality: Crafted for 5 HD Mics, our Nothing Headphone (a) Bluetooth Headphones Over the Ear boasts a Spatial Audio with Hi-Res Wireless certification for remarkable clarity and an immersive auditory experience, Noise Cancelling Headphone with impressive battery life of up to 135 hours (75 hours with ANC on). A rapid 5-minute charge delivers 8 hours of playback time (ANC off)
• Remote Camera Shutter: Control your camera with a simple press of your Wireless Over-Ear headphones. No more running back and forth—just smooth, uninterrupted content creation. Perfect for vlogs, outfit checks, selfies, or group shots. Frame, get into position, and capture instantly.(On Nothing OS: Directly activates the camera; one press to record. On iOS & Android: Quickly capture or control recording if the camera function is already open)
• Comfort Meets Control: Designed for all-day comfort, the Nothing Headphones Wireless Over Ear features an ergonomic design with memory foam cushions for a secure fit. The Over Ear Bluetooth Headphones design includes an intuitive roller and paddle interface, providing easy access to volume controls, playback, and noise mode switching. The Nothing X app allows for extensive customization, ensuring a continuous, immersive sound experience
• Built For Your Unique Style: Start with your Personal Sound Profile and immerse yourself in Nothing X APP (with Ultra Bass included). Nothing Active Noise Canceling Headphones with Spatial Audio for concert or cinema-level listening for quick access to your most-used commands

Designed as the adventurous sequel in the Nothing noise cancelling headphones portfolio, Headphone (a) Bluetooth Headphones Over the Ear expands our reach to consumers seeking expression and affordability without compromise. Our Headphones Over Ear featured well-loved tactile controls carry over to provide intuitive and effortless navigation over your media. With tactile buttons at your fingertips, you’re always in command — no fumbling, no distractions. Built from the foundation of Nothing’s trusted sound quality, Headphone (a) Over Ear Bluetooth delivers clarity and performance you can rely on:
LDAC Hi-Res Wireless certification
Advanced EQ
Spatial audio
Audio codec: AAC, SBC, LDAC
Active noise cancellation type: Real Time Adaptive ANC
Depth: Up to 40dB
Transparency Mode: Supported
Dual connection: Supported
Microphone quantity: 5 mic
AAC:
Playback with ANC off: Up to 75 hours
Playback with ANC on: Up to 135 hours
LDAC:
Playback with ANC off: Up to 90 hours
Playback with ANC on: Up to 62 hours
Talk time:
Talk time with ANC off: 72 hours
Talk time with ANC on : 50 hours
Charging time: Type-C Wired charging-to-full time 120 mins
Connection range: 10M
Bluetooth version: Bluetooth 5.4
water and dust resistance: IP52
Google Fast Pair: Supported
Microsoft Swift Pair: Supported
In-ear detection: No supported
LED charging status: Supported
Low Lag Mode: Supported; With Nothing Phone less than 120ms under Game Mode

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From the manufacturer

1. 

   Control

   Control freak

   
   

   Headphone (a) combines precise controls with tactile feedback for effortless interactions. The mechanical Button, Roller and Paddle turn every adjustment into a sensory experience.

2. 

   Control

   Button

   
   

   Use the Button to take photos and summon your favourite assistant. Channel Hop lets you swap between audio apps without your phone*

   *Camera control is exclusive when paired with a Nothing Phone.

3. 

   Control

   Roller

   
   

   Roll to tune volume. Click to play. Long-press to switch between modes. Real-time, in-ear feedback boosts precision in every turn.

4. 

   Control

   Paddle

   
   

   Short click to skip tracks and jump through podcasts. Hold longer to scrub through audio at high speeds.

5. 

   Control

   Camera Shutter

   
   

   Turn Headphone (a) into a hands-free photographer.

   Tap the Button to capture images. Or start and pause video in a single touch.

1. Sound

   Noise complaints welcome

   
   

   Our engineers used a 40 mm titanium-coated diaphragm to deliver expressive highs and deep bass at up to 110 dB. The driver boosts low-end impact, while a next-gen magnet and voice-coil system increase sensitivity.

   Dynamic Bass Enhancement locks on to low frequencies and boosts them in real time, adding power to make beats bigger without distortion.

   

2. Sound

   No notes lost

   
   

   Headphone (a) is Hi-Res Audio certified for wired and wireless listening.

   Our engineers used LDAC wireless technology for high-quality 24-bit/96kHz audio without cords, and you can connect with a USB‑C or 3.5 mm jack.

   

3. Sound

   Leave me alone

   
   

   Stop responding to strangers on the train.

   Using AI to power dual feedforward and feedback microphones, three levels of Active Noise Cancellation block distractions. Transparency Mode lets the world in by picking up sounds from your surroundings in real time.

   

4. Sound

   Huh?

   
   

   Trained on over 28 million real-world scenarios, AI-powered Clear Voice Technology uses the three microphones on Headphone (a) to keep every call crisp and echo-free – in crowds, cafés and windy conditions.

   

Battery

Five days, no sleep

Our engineers fitted two core batteries for up to 135 hours of power – that's over five days of playback. A dual-core chipset keeps AI-powered Active Noise Cancellation in full force for over 75 hours on a single charge.

1. Nothing X

   Advanced Equaliser

   
   

   The Nothing X app lets you control how you listen.

   Use the advanced 8-band equaliser to create a personal sound profile, tuned for Headphone (a). Or select from a range of pre-made EQ profiles directly within the app.

   

2. Nothing X

   Static Spatial Audio

   
   

   Play with echo and timing to build an immersive soundstage.

   Use the Nothing X app to swap between Static Spatial Audio modes taken straight from live concerts and cinematic moments

   

3. AI

   Essential Space

   
   

   Essential Space is the AI-powered hub on every Nothing phone.

   Click the Button on Headphone (a) to drop ideas, thoughts and to-dos the second you think of them. Essential Space will automatically transcribe them.

   

4. AI

   ChatGPT

   
   

   Speak hands-free to ChatGPT with Headphone (a) and your Nothing phone.