Nothing Headphones (1) Full Specs Leak Ahead of July 1 Launch

The much-anticipated Nothing Headphones (1) have had their full specs leaked just days before their official unveiling on July 1, where they’ll debut alongside the Nothing Phone (3). Designed to rival the likes of the AirPods Max and Sony WH-1000XM6, these are Nothing’s first foray into the over-ear headphones market—and they seem to be going all in.

Premium Sound with KEF-Tuned 40mm Drivers

The Nothing Headphones (1) will come equipped with 40mm dynamic drivers, expertly tuned in partnership with KEF, the British high-end audio brand renowned for its innovative sound technologies. This collaboration marks a bold move by Nothing, aiming to deliver audiophile-grade sound in a stylish package.

By partnering with KEF—similar to how Samsung leverages Harman Kardon and JBL—Nothing is signaling that it’s serious about premium audio quality.

Industry-Leading Battery Life

Battery performance is another standout feature. The Nothing Headphones (1) offer:

• Up to 80 hours of playback with ANC off
• 35 hours with ANC on (using AAC codec)
• 54 hours (ANC off) / 30 hours (ANC on)** with LDAC codec

These figures put the headphones at the top of the battery life leaderboard in their class—outlasting major competitors in both normal and noise-canceling modes.

Weight and Design

Weighing in at 329g, the headphones are:

• Heavier than Sony’s WH-1000XM6 (252g)
• Lighter than Apple’s AirPods Max (384g)
While slightly on the heavier side, this suggests durable build quality—a possible trade-off for better sound insulation and battery capacity.

Smart Features and Connectivity

Nothing has packed these headphones with a full suite of smart features, including:

• Google Fast Pair
• Microsoft Swift Pair
• Dual Connection (connect to two devices simultaneously)
• On-head detection
• LED charging status
• Low-lag gaming mode
• Personal sound profile
• Find My Device support
This comprehensive feature set makes the Nothing Headphones (1) one of the most intelligent audio accessories launching in 2024.

Launch Event: July 1

The official unveiling of the Nothing Headphones (1) is set for July 1, alongside the new Nothing Phone (3). While pricing hasn’t been officially confirmed yet, the spec sheet and feature list suggest that Nothing is gearing up to challenge some of the biggest names in the headphone industry.