Tech company Nothing has big plans for 2025, as a leaked email already revealed. But though we knew a new phone announcement was imminent, today’s model is a surprise. Instead of the expected Phone (3), it’s the Phone (3a) series. Here’s why this makes sense.

The tech world is abuzz with speculation about Nothing’s next generation of mid-range phones. The company has confirmed the date for its next major launch event, where we expect to see at least one new handset.

Instead, the Nothing Phone (3a) and any accompanying handset will be first to market, and we even get a glimpse of the rear of the new device ahead of time (as above). The design