Nothing Phone (3a) Pro and Vivo V50 5G are two smartphones battling for the crown of the best mid-ranger in India and while the two phones have drastically different specifications, the only similarity between the two is their pricing. Here’s a comparison between the two devices to help you pick one.

Display

The Nothing Phone (3a) Pro sports a 6.77-inch AMOLED FHD+ screen with a resolution of 1080 x 2392 pixels, HDR10+, 2160Hz PWM dimming, up to 3000 nits peak brightness, 240Hz touch sampling rate, and a 120Hz refresh rate.

Vivo V50 5G features a 6.78-inch quad-curved AMOLED Display with a full-HD+ 2392 x 1080 Pixels resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, punch-hole cutout, 20:9 aspect ratio, HDR 10+, 4500 nits local peak brightness and 1300 nits max global brightness, 387 ppi, along with 100% DCI-P3 colour gamut. 

Both the devices have similarly sized displays but the V50 5G does a better job than Nothing’s Phone (3a) Pro in terms of brightness so we’ll give it the win in this department. Further, you’ll have to make a decision between a flat display on the Phone (3a) Pro and a quad-curved one on the Vivo V50 5G.

Software & Performance

Under the hood, the Nothing device is powered by the Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 mobile platform, paired with 12 GB of RAM and 256 GB of internal storage. It runs on Nothing OS 3.1 based on Android 15 and will get OS updates till Android 18 along with 6 years of security patches.

The V50 5G is powered by the Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 chip, and gets up to 12GB LPDDR4x RAM and up to 512GB of UFS 2.2 storage. The device runs on Android 15-based FunTouch OS 15. Vivo promises to offer 3 major Android upgrades to the device and up to 4 years of security updates.

Between the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro and Vivo V50 5G, the latter has a slightly better chip in terms of numbers, even if real world usage may not be drastically different. Nothing’s devices takes the win when we talk of software, not only because it’ll offer updates for longer, but also because Nothing OS offers a far superior experience than Vivo’s FunTouch OS on the basis of our experience with previous devices from the two brands. The V50 5G does offer a variant with 512GB storage if you are into that but that model is far more expensive than Nothing Phone (3a) Pro’s top-end 12GB + 256GB version.

Read More: Vivo V50 5G vs Realme 14 Pro+ 5G: Which One Should You Go For?

Battery and Cameras

On the front, the Nothing device gets a 50-megapixel f/2.2 Samsung selfie camera. The Nothing Phone (3a) Pro has packs a triple rear camera setup, consisting of a 50-megapixel f/1.88 OIS-assisted Samsung primary camera, a 50-megapixel f/2.5 Sony periscope telephoto sensor with 3x Optical Zoom and OIS, and an 8-megapixel f/2.2 Sony ultra-wide angle camera. The device packs a 5000mAh battery with 50W Fast charging support.

The Vivo smartphone has a 50-megapixel f/2.0 selfie camera with autofocus. The rear camera setup consists of an OIS-assisted 50-megapixel f/1.88 primary camera and a 50-megapixel f/2.0 ultra-wide angle lens, both of which are backed by Zeiss optics. It packs a 6000mAh battery with 90W fast charging.

In terms of optics, the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro is clearly the winner due to the extra periscope lens but if you want better ultra-wide angle shots, Vivo’s V50 5G does it better. For battery, Vivo’s device is the obvious choice due to the larger battery and faster charging speed.

Verdict

The Phone (3a) Pro costs Rs 29,999 for the 8GB + 128GB model, Rs 31,999 for the 8GB + 256GB trim, and Rs 33,999 for the 12GB + 256GB version. The Vivo V50 5G is available in an 8GB + 128GB trim that costs Rs 34,999, an 8GB + 256GB model priced at Rs 36,999, and the top-end 12GB + 512GB version that costs Rs 40,999.

The Vivo V50 5G, quite evidently, wins the on-paper specs battle with the superior display, a better chip, a larger battery with faster charging speeds, along with higher storage capacity as well. However, it’s the software experience, the price advantage, and some extra key features it has which the V50 5G lacks, such as NFC, that keeps the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro still in the competition.

It offers a smoother and slightly more stable software interface along with a better rear camera setup and also Nothing-exclusive glyh lights (if you are into that). Further, the Rs 5,000 price gap is a notable one for offering nearly the same value as the Vivo V50 5G which could further make it a better choice for a lot of users.

Nothing has announced the release of the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro globally, including in India, and the device is priced starting at Rs 29,999. The Phone (3a) Pro is the first Pro phone in the brand’s A-series devices and aims to live up to its name with best-in-class cameras, software, and more. However, its pricing lies in quite a competitive segment in the Indian smartphone market and more so, its own sibling, the Phone (3a), costs Rs 5,000 cheaper. Here we are to help you decide whether you should buy the Phone (3a) Pro over the Phone (3a) or opt for the cheaper option.

Nothing Phone (3a) and the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro are quite similar smartphones but they differ in two main areas, and those are design and cameras. While we’ll come to the differences, let’s first discuss the similarities. The two devices get the same display, and that’s a 6.77-inch AMOLED FHD+ screen with a resolution of 1080 x 2392 pixels, support for HDR10+, 2160Hz PWM dimming, up to 3000 nits peak brightness, 240Hz touch sampling rate, and a 120Hz refresh rate.

They are powered by the same chip — Snapdragon 7s Gen 3. They also get the same amount of storage, up to 256GB, but the Pro gets a 12GB RAM model while the standard one has 8GB only. That might not make for a huge difference for an average consumer but for those who do a lot of multitasking, it’d be noticeable.

They have the same battery, a 5000mAh cell with identical 50W fast wired charging. Connectivity options on the smartphones include 5G SA/NSA, Dual 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 6 802.11 ac (2.4GHz + 5GHz), Bluetooth 5.4, GPS (L1 + L5), USB Type-C, and NFC. There’s an in-display optical fingerprint sensor for security. The devices run on Nothing OS 3.1 based on Android 15 and will get OS updates till Android 18 along with 4 years of security patches.

The devices also sport the same amount of glyph lights and related features with the same Essential Space button on the right spine.

Coming back to the design, the two devices have their own identities. While the (3a) has a more symmetrical design that carries forward the Phone (2a) design and looks like a true successor, the (3a) Pro tries to break that design similarly and have a distinct look you may not have seen in any other smartphone. The asymmetrical design choice is debatable and may not be everyone’s cup of tea. While it sure will turn heads, it may not be due to the rigt reasons. In total, we feel, the Phone (3a) sports a better look that stands true to its original style.

Speaking of the cameras, on the front, the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro gets a 50-megapixel f/2.2 Samsung selfie camera. The Nothing Phone (3a) Pro has launched with a triple rear camera setup, consisting of a 50-megapixel f/1.88 OIS-assisted Samsung primary camera, a 50-megapixel f/2.5 Sony periscope telephoto sensor with 3x Optical Zoom and OIS, and an 8-megapixel f/2.2 Sony ultra-wide angle camera.

On the front, the Phone (3a) gets a 32-megapixel f/2.2 selfie camera. The Nothing Phone (3a) has launched with a triple rear camera setup, consisting of a 50-megapixel f/1.88 OIS-assisted primary camera, a 50-megapixel telephoto sensor with 2x optical zoom, and an 8-megapixel f/2.2 ultra-wide angle camera.

While the Phone (3a) is definitive upgrade over the (2a) in the camera department, Nothing gave the Pro a better telephoto lens to give it extra leverage and appeal over the vanilla version. The periscope lens on the Pro also looks better on paper with the 3x optical zoom (versus 2x on (3a)) along with higher in-sensor 60x Digital Zoom (30x on (3a)). For those without specific camera expectations, the Phone (3a)’s camera system should be sufficient for the average consumer.

Yes, there will be differences due to the better hardware and different sensor on the Pro but in our experience with smartphones, the difference shouldn’t be as huge and definitely not a deal-breaker.

The Phone (3a) starts at Rs 24,999 and the Pro starts at Rs 29,999. For most users, we feel the Nothing Phone (3a) will do justice while the Pro can only be considered if you don’t have budget constraints, have an eye for the unique design, and looking for specific results with the periscope lens.

Vivo T4x 5G has been launched in India as a new budget offering and carries a sub-Rs 15,000 price tag. The device is the successor to last year’s T3x 5G has a MediaTek Dimensity Chipset under the hood which is paired with a huge 6500mAh battery that is claimed to be a segment-first feature. Here are all the other details of the device.

Vivo T4x 5G: Price, Availability

The T4x 5G is available in two colours—Pronto Purple and Marine Blue. It will be priced at Rs 13,999 for the 6 GB + 128 GB variant, Rs 14,999 for the 8 GB + 128 GB variant, and Rs 16,999 for the 8 GB + 256 GB variant. The smartphone will go on sale starting March 12, 2025, across Flipkart, vivo India e-store, and all partner retail stores. Consumers purchasing the smartphone can also avail of an instant discount of Rs 1,000 using HDFC, SBI, and Axis Bank.

Vivo T4x 5G: Specifications

The Vivo T4x 5G sports a 6.72-inch FHD+ IPS LCD display with a 120Hz refresh rate, 1050 nits peak brightness, 393 PPI, and TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light certification. The handset is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Processor. It comes with up to 8GB LPDDR4x RAM and up to 256GB UFS 3.1 internal storage.

The handset runs on Android 15-based Funtouch OS 15 custom skin out of the box. The Vivo T4x 5G features a dual camera setup on the back, with a 50MP f/1.8 primary camera and a 2MP f/2.4 bokeh sensor. There is an 8MP f/2.05 shooter on the front for selfies. It is backed up by a 6,500mAh battery with 44W Fast charging support.

Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 6, 5G, Bluetooth v5.4, GPS and a USB-C port for charging. The handset is also IP64 rated and has MIL-STD-810H certification, gets a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, and a stereo speaker setup for audio.

Google has released the March 2025 Pixel Drop for its Pixel devices and has also detailed its features including some new AI enhancements, support for images with people in Pixel Studio, along with a lot more. Here are all the details about the new update for Google Pixel devices.

With the March 2025 Pixel Drop, Gemini Live is getting an upgrade. Google has made improvements in understanding and multilingual conversation with Gemini 2.0 Flash. Now, you can speak to Gemini Live in any combination of over 45 languages without having to change your language setting. Further, multimodal capabilities in Gemini Live which rolled out for Pixel 9 series earlier this year, are now rolling out to all Pixel 6 and newer and Pixel Fold devices.

And in the coming weeks, you’ll be able to interact with Gemini Live through live video and screen sharing with Gemini Advanced. Then, the new suggestions feature in Pixel Screenshots will now automatically suggest screenshots to add to your collections. You can also now use the Pixel Screenshots App with your work profile, so you can easily organize receipts from client dinners, expense reports and more.

In addition, you can now create unique images of people to share with your friends and family in Pixel Studio. Next, users in Germany and Japan can experience new AI features such as Pixel Screenshots, Pixel Studio, Pixel AI weather reports and Pollen tracker in the Weather app. Japanese speakers will also get AI-powered summaries in the Recorder app.

Scam Detection, which was limited to phone calls on Pixel devices, is now available in Google Messages with the March 2025 Pixel Drop. Powered by Gemini Nano, Scam Detection protects you from fraud with on-device AI while keeping your conversations private to you. In Google Messages, it uses on-device AI to flag conversational text patterns commonly associated with scams, so it can identify messages that seem harmless, but turn dangerous over time. You’ll receive a real-time warning so you can easily block and report the conversation.

Additionally, Google is expanding Satellite SOS to Hawaii, Alaska, Europe and Canada so you can stay connected to emergency services, even if you don’t have cellular or Wi-Fi.

Further, Google says users can now use Find My Device to share their live location with their friends and family,. You can share your location with someone in the app’s settings, and they’ll be able to see you on the move. And your friends and family can share their location with you, too.

Google has also enhanced the Dual Screen Preview feature on the Pixel fold devices, which now supports video recording. And Pixel 9 Pro Fold users can now use Add Me with Dual Screen Preview as well. There’s also a new Connected Cameras feature, where you can connect your Pixel to another camera — like a GoPro or another Pixel phone — and use the cameras on all these devices to stream to social media platforms from different angles.

Then there’s a new voice-to-type feature with Gboard’s new Voice Toolbar so you can effortlessly type without needing access to the full keyboard on your Pixel phone.

Now, you can personalise your Pixel’s modes to adapt to your life. You can easily activate your modes by swiping down from the top of your screen and exploring customizations for situations like Driving, Bedtime and Do Not Disturb.

New Features for Pixel Watch

Google, earlier last year, debuted a first-of-its-kind feature on the Pixel Watch 3 called Loss of Pulse detection. The feature recently received U.S. FDA clearance, allowing Google to expand this feature to people in the U.S. beginning at the end of this month.

Next, Pixel Watch 3 has added on-device menstrual tracking so you can conveniently log periods, view cycle status or predict your next period in the Fitbit app straight from your wrist.

Your Pixel Watch now tracks your steps with greater precision and accuracy by better recognizing when you deviate from a typical walking pattern, like pushing a shopping cart or wheelchair, jogging with a stroller or hiking with poles. The improved algorithm ensures that not only are your steps accurately counted toward your daily goal, but that you’ll get reliable insights into your daily activities.

Auto-bedtime Mode (launched with Pixel Watch 3) is now expanding to Pixel Watch 2 to automatically detect when you fall asleep and turn off your watch face and disable notifications to minimize distractions. Auto-bedtime Mode helps conserve your battery overnight, so you don’t miss out on your valuable sleep tracking, and it senses when you wake up and turns Bedtime Mode off.

Now, if there are any recordings on your older phone or Pixel Watch, you can transfer them to your current Pixel phone and they’ll be transcribed automatically in the Recorder app.

Finally, you can now also manage your favorite audio content with new actions on Pixel Watch to fast forward and rewind, adjust playback speed or control playback queue.

The March 2025 Pixel Drop begins rolling out today for all supported Pixel devices and will continue over the next few weeks.

Samsung has finally announced the rollout of One UI 7 Beta for Galaxy Z Fold 6, Z Flip 6, Galaxy S23 series, Tab S10 series, and the Galaxy A55 5G which will begin later this month. Samsung has also confirmed the official rollout timeline of One UI 7 for older devices and it stands in line with one of the recently leaked schedules.

According to a blog post, the One UI 7 beta program will be available for Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Z Flip 6 in India, Korea, the U.K. and the U.S. starting from March 6, rolling out to more devices within the month including Galaxy S23 series, Tab S10 series and A55. Users can apply to join the beta program via Samsung Members.

Official update of One UI 7 will be available within April, said Samsung. While the company denied the leak of the stable rollout schedule, the statement it has now made seems to be line with that schedule. As per the report, the rollout schedule of One UI 7 for Galaxy S24 series and more are as follows:

Galaxy S Series:

• S24 series: 18th April
• S24 FE: 18th April
• S23 series: 25th April
• S23 FE: 16th May
• S22 series: 16th May
• S21 series and S21 FE: 23rd May

Galaxy Z Series:

• Z6 series: 18th April
• Z5 series: 25th April
• Z4 series: 16th May
• Z3 series: 23rd May

Galaxy A Series:

• A53/A33: 23rd May
• A54: 25th April
• A34: 16th May

Samsung has stated multiple reasons for the delayed rollout of One UI 7 compared to the previous versions of One UI which have been relatively quick. As per the company, One UI 7 has taken years to develop and needs further optimisation to work in a stable manner post the rollout so to prevent any major bugs.

Nothing on Monday introduced the Phone (3a) Series, expanding its mid-range smartphone lineup with upgraded cameras, AI-powered features, and a refined design. The new devices, including the Phone (3a) and Phone (3a) Pro, feature a triple-camera system with optical zoom, a Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 processor, a high-refresh-rate display, and Nothing OS 3.1 innovations, such as Essential Space.

Availability and Pricing

The Nothing Phone (3a) and Phone (3a) Pro will be available in multiple configurations:

Phone (3a):

8GB + 128GB – ₹22,999 (including bank offers)
8GB + 256GB – ₹24,999 (including bank offers)

Phone (3a) Pro:

8GB + 128GB – ₹27,999 (including bank offers)
8GB + 256GB – ₹29,999 (including bank offers)
12GB + 256GB – ₹31,999 (including bank offers)

Partner banks include HDFC Bank, IDFC Bank, and OneCard. Customers purchasing on Day 1 via Flipkart, Croma, Vijay Sales, and retail stores will receive an additional ₹3,000 exchange offer.

The Phone (3a) will go on sale on March 11 via Flipkart, Flipkart Minutes, Vijay Sales, Croma, and leading retail stores. The Phone (3a) Pro will be available on Flipkart and Flipkart Minutes from March 11, with wider availability from March 15.

Display and Design

The Nothing Phone 3a and Phone 3a Pro feature 6.7-inch flexible AMOLED displays with a 1,080×2,392 resolution, 120Hz adaptive refresh rate, and up to 1,000Hz touch sampling rate in gaming mode. The screens support 2,160Hz PWM dimming and deliver up to 3,000 nits peak brightness, protected by Panda Glass.

The devices are IP64-rated for dust and splash resistance and integrate the updated Glyph Interface, which now supports 10 new ringtones and notification sounds, along with features such as Glyph Timer, Essential Notifications, Volume Indicator, Glyph Composer, Glyph Torch, and Glyph Progress.

Performance and Software

The Nothing Phone 3a series runs on the 4nm octa-core Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 chipset, coupled with up to 12GB of RAM and up to 256GB of onboard storage. The smartphones operate on Android 15 with NothingOS 3.1 and are slated to receive three years of OS updates and four years of security patches.

Camera System

The Phone 3a Pro is equipped with a 50MP Samsung primary rear sensor (1/1.56-inch) with f/1.88 aperture, optical image stabilisation (OIS), and electronic image stabilisation (EIS). It also features a 50MP Sony periscope telephoto camera (1/1.95-inch) with f/2.55 aperture, OIS, 3x optical zoom, 6x in-sensor zoom, and 60x digital zoom, alongside an 8MP ultra-wide-angle sensor (f/2.2 aperture). The front camera houses a 50MP sensor.

The Phone 3a carries a triple rear camera setup, including a 50MP Samsung primary sensor (1/1.57-inch) with f/1.88 aperture, OIS, and EIS support, a 50MP Sony telephoto sensor (1/2.74-inch) with f/2.0 aperture, 2x optical zoom, 4x in-sensor zoom, and 30x digital zoom, and an 8MP ultra-wide-angle sensor. The front camera features a 32MP sensor.

Battery and Charging

Both smartphones are powered by 5,000 mAh batteries with 50W wired Fast charging support. The devices can charge from 1% to 50% in 19 minutes and achieve a full charge in 56 minutes.

Connectivity and Security

The Phone 3a series supports 5G, 4G, Bluetooth 5.4, Wi-Fi, GPS, NFC with Google Pay, and USB Type-C. An in-display fingerprint sensor provides biometric authentication.

Samsung Electronics has opened pre-reservations for its Galaxy Book 5 series laptops in India, ahead of their official launch. The lineup includes the Galaxy Book 5 Pro, Galaxy Book 5 Pro 360, and Galaxy Book 5 360. The company has already released the key features of the devices, which will be powered by Intel’s latest Core Ultra (Series 2) processors and support Galaxy AI and Microsoft’s Copilot+ PC features.

Pre-Reservation Details

Customers can pre-reserve any of the three models at no cost via Samsung’s website, authorised retail stores, or Samsung India Smart Cafés. Those who pre-reserve will receive a voucher worth Rs. 5,000. The offer is valid until March 10.

Key Specifications and AI Features

According to Samsung’s landing page, the Galaxy Book 5 Pro 360 will feature Intel Core Ultra (Series 2) processors with an integrated NPU offering up to 47 TOPS AI performance. These new Copilot+ PCs will support Microsoft’s Recall feature and image upscaling and retouching via the Photo Remaster tool.

The laptops will also include S Pen support, allowing users to take notes and create digital art. Samsung has teased a “Circle to Search” feature, enabling visual lookup capabilities using the stylus.

Display and Design

The Galaxy Book 5 series will be equipped with Dynamic AMOLED 2X displays, supporting up to 3K (2,880×1,800 pixels) resolution, a 120Hz refresh rate, and 120% coverage of the DCI-P3 colour gamut. The screens will feature Corning Gorilla Glass with DX, designed for reduced glare and enhanced durability.

Battery Life and Charging

Samsung claims the Galaxy Book 5 Pro 360 will offer up to 25 hours of video playback on a single charge. It will also support fast charging, allowing users to replenish 35% of the battery in around 30 minutes using a compact charger.

Connectivity and Ports

The Galaxy Book 5 Pro 360 will feature 3.8cm woofers with Dolby Atmos and a range of connectivity options, including two Thunderbolt 4 ports, a USB 3.2 Type-C port, an HDMI 2.1 port, a 3.5mm combo jack, and a microSD card reader. It will also support Wi-Fi 7 and seamless pairing with other Galaxy devices.