Nothing Phone (4a) Pro Leaks Hint at Q1 2026 Launch with Upgraded Specs and Design
Nothing Gears Up for Mid-Range Expansion with Nothing Phone (4a) Pro After Recent Flagship Launch
Nothing, the London-based smartphone brand known for its bold and minimalist design language, is already preparing its next release — the Phone (4a) Pro, a new mid-range device expected to follow shortly after the launch of its flagship Phone (3) earlier this year. Fresh leaks from the IMEI database have revealed a model number A069P, which insiders believe is tied to the Pro variant of the upcoming Phone (4a) lineup. While detailed specs or a release date have yet to surface, the listing serves as strong confirmation that development is underway.
The discovery was first reported by Smartprix, which pointed out that the model code aligns with Nothing’s previous naming conventions. For example, the Phone (3a) carried the code A059, while the 3a Pro used A059P. Based on this pattern, the A069P designation is almost certainly the Phone (4a) Pro, with a standard Phone (4a) model (A069) expected to follow. The new series will target users who want premium quality at an accessible price point, further expanding Nothing’s reach in the mid-tier market.
Nothing followed a similar rollout strategy earlier this year when it teased the Phone (3a) in early 2025 before officially releasing it in March. That device and its Pro variant were sold exclusively through a beta program in the United States, unlike the flagship Phone (3), which was sold through standard retail channels. Consumers are now anticipating a wider global release for the Phone (4a) lineup, potentially including traditional retail availability. As always, Nothing is expected to retain its signature transparent design and Glyph Interface to attract design-focused users.
Industry insiders predict that Phone (4a) Pro will be revealed in Q1 2026, based on the company’s usual development cycle. Although official details remain scarce, leaks suggest potential upgrades such as a 120Hz AMOLED display, a Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 chipset, and Nothing OS 4.0 based on Android 16. These improvements would make the Phone (4a) Pro a strong contender in the competitive mid-range segment.
Nothing’s market strategy remains clear: separate its flagship and mid-range lines while ensuring the latter still offers premium features. The Phone (4a) series is expected to deliver improved cameras, higher-quality materials — possibly an aluminum frame for the Pro model — and a balanced mix of performance and affordability. Analysts believe this approach will help Nothing expand its presence in emerging markets such as India and Southeast Asia, where demand for value-packed smartphones continues to grow.
In a fiercely competitive market, Nothing stands out with its focus on design simplicity and user-centric features. The Phone (4a) Pro may also ship with a 5,000mAh battery and a 50MP camera with 3x zoom, setting the stage for a showdown with rivals like Realme and Vivo in the mid-range space.
