General Information for Nothing Smart Watch
Nothing Ear (a). Product type: Headset. Connectivity technology: True Wireless Stereo (TWS), Bluetooth. Recommended usage: Calls/Music, Product colour: Transparent, White
Ear (a)
Let's playMade for every part of every day, Ear (a) is for the music lovers.
In signature Nothing fashion, Ear (a) evolves our transparent design but takes an iconic new direction with a fresh bubble design. Your pocket's new best friend.
Ahead of the curveWith its raised contours and bubble-like appearance, the case for Ear (a) takes inspiration from everyday pill packets.
Slim new frameFeaturing soft contours with a slimmer rectangular format. Extra comfortable for holding in hands or sliding into pockets. Still light as a feather with a total weight of 49.2 g, and just 4.8 g per earbud.
Lets go yellowWith transparency, our products showcase the inner workings of technology. We apply the same philosophy to colour. If we strip back how colours are built, we are left with the primary colours. This led us to Ear (a) yellow. A vivid and playful audio product, capable of producing a sound thats just
as bright.
Hear wherever you are
Up to 45 dB
Our strongest noise cancellation yet.
So you can go from quiet rooms to busy streets without hearing a thing (other than what's playing).
Smart Active Noise Cancellation
Ear (a) automatically checks for noise leakage between the earbud and your ear canal, then applies more noise cancellation to make up for it. So you receive the best possible noise cancellation. Happens every time you put them in.
Adaptive ANC
Next-level escapism. Switch between 3 levels of noise cancellation. Or let Ear (a) take control. By selecting 'Adaptive' in the Nothing X app, Ear (a) automatically applies the right level of noise cancellation according to your surroundings in real time, so you don't have to.
Extra deep, extra clear
With a driver designed to protect each and every detail, high notes hit deeper and lows feel richer.
Powerful 11 mm driver
Clear, rich, punchy
We've made our driver even more compact. With double the power than Ear (2), Ear (a) delivers an even deeper bass performance.
The extra space gives sound waves more room to vibrate. With two new vents, airflow is improved inside the bud. For less distortion and richer overall clarity.
Bass Enhance algorithm
New depths
Ear (a) enhances low frequencies in your music in real-time, elevating bass-heavy sounds so that you can hear every detail.
Hi-Res Wireless Audio certified
Powerfully pure
To protect sound details, Ear (a) is Hi-Res Audio Certified for playback up to 990kbps and frequencies up to 24 bit/96 kHz.
Compatible with the widely supported LDAC* codec for high-resolution streaming over Bluetooth. The result is a powerfully pure audio experience. Just how the artist intended.
* Requires devices that support LDAC
Play on and on and on
All talk, all action. Weve made space for a bigger battery without compromising on sound. So you can listen for longer.
Clear Voice Technology
Clear as day. Ear (a) isolates your voice from everyday distractions so calls on-the-go feel like face-to-face conversations. With a new talk mic and extra airway on the stem for wind to pass through, weve reduced interference by 60% compared to Ear (2).
Up to 9.5 hours of music
Compared to Ear (2), Ear (a) can deliver 40.5% more non-stop play time on a single charge. Or pop your earbuds back in the case and stretch listening time to over 42.5 hours (with ANC turned off).
Fast Charge
For speedy power-ups, Ear (a) can Fast Charge for 10 minutes and deliver 10 hours of music playback (with ANC turned off).
Dual Connection
Stay connected to two devices at the same time. Play music on your laptop then seamlessly switch to answer a call on your phone. Effortless.
Low Lag mode
Reduced audio lag for better gaming. Triggered automatically in Game Mode on a Nothing phone. With end-to-end latency at less than 120 ms.
ChatGPT, integrated
Ask, listen and learn from ChatGPT on-the-go. A first-of-its-kind integration, made for your Nothing ecosystem. Only on Nothing earbuds when connected to Nothing phones. Available on Phone (2) and coming soon to Phone (1) and Phone (2a) via software updates.
Voice control
Use your voice to access ChatGPT on Ear and Ear (a), wherever you are. Setup via the Nothing X app. Coming soon to Ear (1), Ear (2) and Ear (stick).
Bespoke Nothing Widgets
Get the answers you need faster, and at your fingertips. Text, voice or image search right from your home screen. Ear (a)
Further details for this product, Ear (a), can be found at the manufacturer website. Please note, these web addresse(s) are supplied by 3rd parties, Quzo UK is not responsible for the content.
5.3 Bluetooth,IP54/IPX2, Clear Voice, Transparency mode, Adaptive ANC, 11 mm,45 dB active noise cancellation, Up to 42.5 hours, White
Nothing Ear (a). Product type: Headset. Connectivity technology: True Wireless Stereo (TWS), Bluetooth. Recommended usage: Calls/Music, Product colour: Transparent, White
Initial Release Date: 25/01/2024
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Nothing Ear (a) Headset True Wireless Stereo (TWS) In-ear Calls/Music USB Type-C Bluetooth Transparent, White A10600064 Specifications
Product Type
Headsets
Product Type
Smart Watch
Brand
Nothing
Collection Model Nothing Ear (a)
Manufacturer Product Type Nothing Smart Watch
Product colour
Transparent, White
Wearing style In-ear
Product colour
White
LED indicators Yes
Product Family Ear (a)
Number of microphones 3
Bluetooth profiles A2DP, AAC, AVCTP, AVDTP, AVRCP, HFP, LDAC, SBC, SPP
Bluetooth Yes
Bluetooth Version 5.3
Connectivity technology True Wireless Stereo (TWS)
USB connector USB Type-C
USB connectivity Yes
Mobile operating systems supported Android, iOS
Battery operated Yes
Battery technology Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Fast charging Yes
Right earpiece battery capacity 46 mAh
Left earpiece battery capacity 46 mAh
Battery capacity (charging case) 500 mAh
Continuous audio playback time (ANC on) 5.5 h
Continuous audio playback time (charging case/ANC on) 24.5 h
Continuous audio playback time (charging case/ANC off) 42.5 h
Continuous audio playback time (ANC off) 9.5 h
Wireless charging Yes
Ear coupling Intraaural
Acoustic system Closed
Noise canceling Yes
Driver unit 1.1 cm
Transparency mode Yes
Microphone Type Built-in
Width 21.7 mm
Height 30.9 mm
Left earpiece weight 4.8 g
Right earpiece weight 4.8 g
Charging case dimensions (W x D x H) 63.3 x 47.6 x 22.7 mm
Charging case weight 39.6 g
Depth 24.3 mm
Control unit type On-ear control unit
Recommended usage Calls/Music
Audio Formats Supported AAC, SBC
International Protection (IP) code IP54, IPX2
Year 2024
Control type Touch
Voice control Yes
Cables included USB Type-C
Battery Type Built-in battery
Quick start guide Yes
Warranty card Yes
Package width 75 mm
Package height 29 mm
Package weight 106 g
Package depth 106.5 mm
Charging case Yes
Charging case capacity 500 mAh
Ear pads Yes
MPN A10600064
Number of Earpieces Double
Nothing Ear (a) Headset True Wireless Stereo (TWS) In-ear Calls/Music USB Type-C Bluetooth Transparent, White A10600064 Reviews
Max - 4.5 out of 5 Reviewed on trustedreviews.com in the United Kingdom on 24 April 2024
End of dialog window.Budget true wireless earbuds are getting better, and the Nothing Ear (a) are one of the very best sets I have ever used.Launched alongside the Nothing Ear, a successor to the Ear (2), the Ear (a) replace Nothing's previous budget set...
+Standout design that looks great in yellow,Good sound quality,ANC gets the job done-Not the comfiest buds,Fit takes some getting used toA feature-rich set of wireless headphones that comfortably outperform an already tempting price point. The Nothing Ear (a) sound good whatever you're listening to, have a mostly successful ANC system and come packed with extra features. PROS Standout des...
Reviewer - 4 out of 5 Reviewed on creativebloq.com in the United Kingdom on 24 April 2024
I've been using Nothing phones since they launched but I've always used Apple AirPods with my smartphone, which has raised eyebrows from people who like things just so. I mean, why wouldn't I complete the package?Honestly, until the release of the new...
+Clever, smart design, Crisp and rich audio, Fantastic app,-Noise cancelling could be betterBoth Ear and Ear (a) offer excellent audio quality combined with sharp design and detailed custom features (for Ear only), for a good price. What's not to love about the new Nothing Ear and Ear (a)...
Reviewer - 5 out of 5 Reviewed on techradar.com in the United Kingdom on 19 April 2024
When it comes to Nothing's earbuds output, it's hard to stop oneself from playing a game of Spot the Difference. That's quite a fun game here, though, since almost all of the differences are vast improvements over anything Nothing has achieved before. All...
Reviewer - 4 out of 5 Reviewed on pocket-lint.com in the United Kingdom on 18 April 2024
We loved the Nothing Ear (Stick) that debuted in late 2022, appreciating its experimental form factor that paid homage to another pocketable constant: lipstick. A little over a year later, Nothing is putting another fun spin on earbuds, but this time with...
+ANC is comprable to pro buds,ChatGPT pinch to speak integration for Nothing phones,Yellow color and transparent case make for a fun aesthetic,Budget friendly at only $99-Sound is warmer than flagship buds,No wireless charging
Tom - 5 out of 5 Reviewed on stuff.tv in the United Kingdom on 18 April 2024
Takes the best bits of Nothing's already affordable wireless earbuds and slashes the price even further. If you don't need all the bells and whistles, Ear (a) is an absolute steal.ProsConsIt was inevitable, really. Once Nothing introduced a second, more a...
+Pros, Very capable ANC and engaging audio, New twist on Nothing's distinctive design, Consistently decent battery life-Cons, Missing advanced EQ settings, No wireless chargingEqual parts fun and function, Ear (a) sees Nothing return to true bargain buds territory. They might give up a few features over the full-fat version, which is only a little more expensive, but making such capable ANC and enjoyable audio available for und...
Simon - 4 out of 5 Reviewed on digitalspy.com in the United Kingdom on 18 April 2024
Since the launch of Nothing's Ear (1), the brand has competed within the busy budget end of the true wireless earbuds market, where hundreds of rivals jostle for second place behind Apple's ubiquitous AirPods. But, before the Ear (2) came out, the London-...
+Excellent value,Detailed and clear sound,Same ANC as flagship,Comfortable to wear,Compact and fun charging case-Case lacks some attention to detail,Missing some app-based customisations,Shorter battery than some rivalsIf it wasn't already clear, I think these are fantastic little buds, and I'm amazed that they're going for £99 at launch. The features here put them toe-to-toe with the Nothing Ear and we don't think most users are going to miss the app-based features aim...
Samuel - 4 out of 5 Reviewed on theguardian.com in the United Kingdom on 18 April 2024
The tech firm Nothing's latest set of cut-price Bluetooth earbuds offer great sound and noise cancelling for an even more competitive price, while continuing to stand out from the crowd through cool design.The London-based firm has launched the budget Ear...
+great value, interesting design, great sound and noise cancelling for the price, comfortable fit, good call quality, solid controls, Bluetooth 5.3 with multipoint, crossplatform app-disposable, case is very easy to scratch, no headtracking spatial audio support, no support for futureproofing LC3 or AuracastThe Ear (a) have set a new bar for quality at the cheaper end of the market. Costing just £99, they offer better sound and noise cancelling than most rivals, and with a more interesting transparent design that looks great.The earbuds work and fit well, th...