Nothing Phone (3) - What have you done!?

About this Video

• Video Title: Nothing Phone (3) - What have you done!?
• Channel: Mrwhosetheboss
• Speakers: Mrwhosetheboss
• Duration: 00:15:16

Introduction

This video reviews the Nothing Phone (3), focusing on its design, features (especially the Glyph Matrix), performance, battery life, software, and cameras, comparing it to competing flagship phones from Apple and Samsung. The reviewer analyzes whether the Phone (3) justifies its flagship price point and overall user experience.

Key Takeaways

• Design: The reviewer initially disliked the Phone (3)'s design, finding it "spotty" and lacking the appeal of previous models. The Glyph Matrix, while unique, is deemed less iconic than the light strips of earlier phones.
• Glyph Matrix: The Glyph Matrix, a screen of 489 LEDs, offers customizable widgets ("Glyph Toys"). Though initially underwhelming, its software integration provides some useful features like a clock, stopwatch, and camera preview. However, the reviewer ultimately remained unconvinced by its overall usefulness and coolness.
• Performance & Battery: While using a less powerful Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 chipset compared to competitors, the Phone (3)'s battery life (5150 mAh) is expected to surpass that of the iPhone 16 and Samsung S25, compensating for the chipset's performance deficit. A software limitation in some regions artificially reduces the advertised battery capacity to 5500 mAh.
• Software (Nothing OS 3.5): The reviewer praises Nothing OS 3.5 for its clean, bloatware-free Android experience and unique features like Essential Search (a Gemini AI-powered search). Essential Space, a task management feature, is considered less polished.
• Cameras: The Phone (3)'s cameras impressed the reviewer, particularly the 50MP main, ultrawide, and telephoto cameras. The inclusion of a dedicated macro lens within the telephoto is also highlighted as a positive feature.