Nothing Phone 3 Confirmed as 2026 Flagship; No Phone 4 This Year

• Nothing CEO Carl Pei confirmed Phone 3 will be the flagship for 2026, skipping a Phone 4 launch this year.
• The company maintains a two-year upgrade cycle for its flagship devices, prioritizing significant upgrades over annual releases.
• Nothing will focus on its mid-range Phone (a)-series and expand its audio products, including Ear 4, Headphones 2, and CMF brand items.
• Pei hinted at bringing the mid-range Phone 4a series closer to a flagship experience with hardware upgrades.
• The company aims for bold colors and unique device experiences, with potential price increases due to RAM shortages.

Why It Matters: Nothing will not launch a Phone 4 this year, making Phone 3 its 2026 flagship, focusing on mid-range and audio.