Nothing Phone 3a Series Will Be Manufactured in India

Nothing says its Phone (3a) series is designed in London and manufactured in India. The UK-based company has begun manufacturing its Phone (3a) series in Chennai, India, at a factory with reportedly over 500 employees, 95% of whom are women.

Nothing Phone 3a Series London Design-Manufactured in India

Nothing’s decision to employ a predominantly female workforce (95%) at its Chennai, India manufacturing facility for the Phone (3a) reflects a commitment to gender equality and economic empowerment of women. This initiative aligns with India’s “Make in India” program, boosting domestic manufacturing while creating jobs and fostering a more inclusive workplace. The positive economic impact on the local community, through skill development and financial independence for women, serves as a strong example for other companies to prioritize diversity and inclusion.

Nothing’s Phone (2a) series and CMF Phone 1 by Nothing fueled a 577% year-over-year growth in India in 2024, pushing the company past $1 billion in lifetime revenue. This success is driving expansion, with after-sales service centers increasing and retail presence expanding to 7,000 stores from 2,000. The upcoming London-designed, India-manufactured Nothing Phone (3a), launching March 4th, featuring a teased transparent design, is poised to further boost its market share. The Phone (3a) will be available in India and other regions.

The Nothing Phone (3a)’s March 4th launch in India will significantly impact the competitive mid-range smartphone market. It will directly challenge established players like Poco, OnePlus, Motorola, and Vivo, likely triggering price wars and intensifying the competition for features. Nothing’s unique selling proposition, focusing on design elements like the Glyph interface and its clean Nothing OS, offers a potential point of differentiation.

Success hinges on the Phone (3a)’s anticipated specifications—a Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 chipset, large AMOLED display, triple rear camera with telephoto, and a 5,000 mAh battery with 45W fast charging—combined with its distinctive design. Given Nothing’s recent impressive growth in India (577% year-over-year in 2024), the Phone (3a) is well-positioned to further expand its market share and strengthen its presence in the Indian smartphone landscape.

Source: Nothing India