Nothing’s Headphone A are something worth considering

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March 5, 2026, 11:15 AM

• •The Headphone A is a more affordable over-ear option than the Headphone 1, retaining its design and controls.
• •Features include good ANC and a customizable EQ via the Nothing X app.
• •Drawbacks include poor call quality and earcups that can get warm.
• •The Headphone A offer style and solid sound, which is better (and more adjustable) than similarly priced headphones.

The Nothing Headphone A is a new over-ear headphone that offers a sleek design, excellent controls, and improved battery life compared to its predecessor, the Headphone 1, all at a lower price point. While the Headphone A maintains the distinctive Nothing aesthetic, the opaque color options on the earcups offer a more subdued look, and it boasts good active noise cancellation (ANC). However, the headphones have some drawbacks, including middling call quality and earcups that don't breathe well. Despite these issues, the Headphone A provides a stylish and adjustable listening experience at a competitive price.

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