Released July 2021
Nothing Ear (1)
Explore the Nothing Ear (1) specifications below.
Price in Nigeria
₦133,650 (converted at ₦1,350/$1, Sept 2026)
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Full Specifications
| LAUNCH DATE | |
|---|---|
| Released | July 2021 |
| Status | Available |
| ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | |
| Price in Nigeria | ₦133,650 (converted at ₦1,350/$1, Sept 2026) |
| Launch Price (USD) | $99.00 (reference only — see Price in Nigeria above for the actual retail price) |
| AUDIO SPECIFICATIONS | |
| Active Noise Cancellation | Yes, hybrid ANC up to 40 dB |
| Driver Size | 11.6 mm dynamic driver |
| Frequency Response | Not publicly specified |
| Sound Tuning | Co-developed with Teenage Engineering |
| Transparency Mode | Yes |
| BATTERY CAPACITY AND CHARGING | |
| Charging Port | USB-C |
| Earbud Battery Life | 5.7 hours (ANC off) / 4 hours (ANC on) |
| Fast Charging | 10 minutes charge for approx. 1 hour playback |
| Total Battery With Case | 34 hours (ANC off) / 24 hours (ANC on) |
| Wireless Charging | Yes, Qi-compatible |
| BOX CONTENTS | |
| Included Items | Earbuds, charging case, USB-C to USB-C cable, 3 pairs of silicone ear tips (S/M/L), quick start guide |
| BUILD AND DESIGN | |
| Case Weight | 39.6 g |
| Color Options | White/Transparent |
| Control Method | Pinch/touch stem controls |
| Design Language | Transparent housing and stem, exposed internal components |
| Earbud Weight | 4.7 g per earbud |
| IP Rating | IP54 (earbuds), case unrated |
| COMPATIBILITY | |
| Android Compatibility | Android 6.0 and above |
| Companion App Required For Full Features | Yes, Nothing X |
| iOS Compatibility | iOS 10 and above |
| CONNECTIVITY AND INTEGRATION | |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.2 |
| Companion App | Nothing X (iOS and Android) |
| Multipoint Connection | Not publicly specified |
| NFC Pairing | No |
| Supported Codecs | SBC, AAC |
| FEATURES AND SOFTWARE | |
| Equalizer | Customizable EQ via Nothing X app |
| Find My Earbuds | Yes |
| Firmware Updates | Over-the-air via Nothing X |
| Low Lag Gaming Mode | Yes |
| Wear Detection | Yes, auto pause/play |
| KEY HIGHLIGHT | |
| Highlight | Nothing's debut product introduced the brand's transparent design language and brought ANC true wireless earbuds to a sub-$100 price point. |
| MICROPHONES AND VOICE FEATURES | |
| Call Noise Cancellation | Yes, Clear Voice Technology (ENC) |
| In-ear Detection Sensor | Yes |
| Microphone Count | 3 microphones per earbud |
| Voice Assistant Support | Siri, Google Assistant |
| PRODUCT OVERVIEW | |
| Brand | Nothing |
| Category | True Wireless In-Ear Earbuds |
| Launch Date | July 27, 2021 |
| Model Name | Ear (1) |
| Price | $99 USD |
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