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The Verge
11 hours ago
- The Verge
The Nothing Phone 3 might have the weirdest camera design out there
Earlier this month, I wrote about a leaked image of what was rumored to be the Nothing Phone 3. That image showed a design with a translucent back and three center-aligned cameras. But a new set of supposed Nothing Phone 3 images reveal a different design — with one of the wildest camera layouts I've ever seen. Renders from Android Headlines show a phone with a translucent back but three cameras in a weirdly separated layout. Instead of a neat triangle like on Pro iPhones or the camera bar on Pixels, these renders show two cameras lined up next to each other and another that's in the corner of the phone and not really aligned with anything else. It's kind of like the bold camera layout for the Nothing 3A Pro, but even bolder. Details from teases directly from Nothing indicate that these renders could be representative of the real deal. Yesterday, for example, Nothing posted an image of the Phone 3's 50MP periscope lens on X, and its placement and design appear to match up with one of the cameras in the renders from Android Headlines. Nothing has also teased something it calls the 'Glyph Matrix' on the top-right corner of the phone, and Android Headlines' renders include an element that looks like it could be the Glyph Matrix in that same spot. We don't have long to wait to see if these renders are an early look at the phone's design. Nothing is set to fully reveal the Phone 3 – and the translucent, over-ear Headphone 1 headphones – on July 1st.
Phone Arena
18 hours ago
- Phone Arena
This might be the most daring phone of the year, but it could change the playing field
Phones are boring. Or at least the companies making them have become boring in their approach. But one company took notice of this a few years ago, and bravely spearheaded its way into the shark's tank. I am, of course, talking about began as a quirky brand selling transparent earbuds has evolved into one of the most innovative players in the phone industry. Its first two phones — the Phone (1) and Phone (2) — were priced affordably and stood out visually, but they weren't trying to go head-to-head with Apple, Samsung, or Nothing Phone (3) changes on July 1, the Phone (3) is rumored to cost around $800. That puts it steadily in flagship territory. This is no longer a 'flagship killer,' but a flagship the big question is: can Nothing actually pull it off? Nothing's new periscope camera might give the iPhone 16 and Pixel 9 a run for their money. | Image credit — Nothing Let's start with what seems to be the centerpiece of the Nothing Phone (3) : the camera system. For the first time, Nothing is going with a triple-camera layout, and one of those is a telephoto camera with a periscope lens. That's a big leap from last year's more basic dual setup and a big advantage over the iPhone 16 and Pixel 9. The upcoming Pixel 10 is also said to have a telephoto camera, so only the iPhone would be left behind (as usual).Leaks suggest all three cameras could be 50 MP sensors. Based on a teaser shared by Nothing itself, the periscope camera might genuinely be a standout feature, not just filler on the spec sheet. The reason I think this isn't just to build hype is because Carl Pei is teasing the Phone (3) as 'built for creators,' and the company even released images shot with the phone's zoom lens before unveiling the phone itself. That's not something you do unless you're confident. Now, what makes a phone's camera great is not only quality hardware and a versatile lens system, but even more so the software powering them. We've had our criticism regarding Nothing phone's image processing before, so hopefully the company has not neglected that part with the Phone (3). Otherwise, it wouldn't have any hope of competing with the rest. The Pixel 9's AI features are top-tier, but its hardware still leaves room for rivals to catch up. | Image credit — PhoneArena Google's Pixel 9 is one of the toughest competitors in this price range. That's not because it has the best hardware (it doesn't), but because its software experience is a few steps ahead of the pack. The AI features, from Gemini Nano to helpful camera features like Add Me, go beyond gimmicks. And with 12 GB of RAM in the base model, the Pixel 9 is now better equipped to run all of it. But despite all that software intelligence, the Pixel 9 is a phone that feels like it's just good enough at everything else. Battery life is decent, but not best-in-class. Charging is still slow. There's no telephoto lens. The design is cleaner, yes, but still very... Pixel, i.e., bland. This makes room for Nothing to attack where Google left doors open: faster charging, better zoom, and a more expressive design. If Nothing's own rumored AI platform isn't just a buzzword and is actually useful, it could help balance the scales here. But software is where Nothing still has to prove itself. Clean UI is great, but not enough. The Nothing Phone (3) needs features that genuinely feel ahead of the curve. With top-tier performance, display, and camera quality, the Galaxy S25 sets a high bar for flagships. | Image credit — PhoneArena Samsung held nothing back with its latest flagship lineup. You get an awesome display, the strongest camera system on the market, and one of the most capable chipsets available — the Snapdragon 8 Elite. In our review, the Galaxy S25 held its own in the battery and charging tests. It also had one of the most color-accurate screens we've tested. And while it doesn't have a periscope zoom lens like its Ultra sibling, it still pulls off very respectable zoom photos with its 10 MP telephoto camera. Video is another strong suit where Samsung typically dominates, and one that's typically difficult to nail, so Nothing might have a tough time keeping up. This is arguably Nothing's most difficult opponent. Samsung doesn't necessarily have the most exciting design, but it doesn't need flash when it has consistency. For most people, the S25 is the safe, powerful choice — and the default winner unless something else makes a louder, clearer case. Apple's strengths remain, but the iPhone 16 plays it too safe to stay ahead of the pack. | Image credit — PhoneArena The iPhone 16 is arguably the weakest of the three rivals, although it will still outsell them all. Even though it does not feature a telephoto camera, it still topped our Camera Score thanks to its well-performing main and ultra-wide cameras. Admittedly, the Camera Control button adds no genuine useful features for photographers, but the A18 chip continues to dominate performance frustrating is everything else: a 60Hz display in 2025, limited zoom photography, a UI that's going through an identity crisis, and absurdly slow charging speeds. While the wireless charging has finally improved to 25W, Apple's wired charging is still stuck in the past. Unless you're deep into the Apple ecosystem, the iPhone 16 doesn't bring enough new to the table to justify purchasing it. It's not a bad phone, but it's a complacent one, and that opens a door for phones like the Nothing Phone (3) to be more than just a quirky alternative. Of course, spec sheets don't tell the whole story. One of the biggest reasons people have opted for a Nothing phone is the way it looks and the Phone (3), it looks like Nothing is doubling down on its unique transparent design and experimenting with a more modular, grid-like camera arrangement. The new renders show a layout unlike anything on the market, and that's before you even get to the redesigned Glyph interface in a matrix-style layout. These design choices matter. If you're spending $900 to $1,000 on a phone, it should feel personal. The iPhone 16 and Galaxy S25 feel sterile. The Pixel still hangs on to its identity built on top of that iconic camera bar, but it too became less recognizable with the last generation. The Nothing Phone (3) might be the only one that stands out, albeit in a way that probably appeals to a more tight demographic. That said, design alone won't save it. A beautiful phone that disappoints in day-to-day use won't last long in people's specs sound great: 6.7-inch OLED display with 120Hz refresh rate, the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4, 5,150 mAh battery, 100W charging. But we know that great-sounding specs are not enough. The real test is the instance, 100W charging is only impressive if the battery doesn't overheat and degrade quickly. A periscope lens only matters if it produces clean, detailed shots that rival Samsung's or what Google will be offering with the Pixel 10 . A new AI platform only counts if it does something useful — not just vague productivity features no one asked thing that's also kind of bothering me is the chip. Now, while the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 is not a weak piece of silicon by any means, it is also not exactly a flagship one either. I will be the first one to say that most of us don't need those high-end chips anyway, but this might not rub right on some people considering the price tag. At around $800, the Phone (3) will go head-to-head with phones known for their reliability, great support, and polish. If Nothing wants to be taken seriously at this level, it can't afford to feel like a start-up experiment anymore. But if it manages to deliver across on all fronts — hardware, software, camera, and support — it could go from being a quirky outsider to the most discussed flagship of the year. 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Phone Arena
19 hours ago
- Phone Arena
Galaxy Z Fold 7 competitor confirms camera boost right before the big launch
There is a new foldable coming from Honor and it is landing just days before Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 7. This one is shaping up to be a serious contender and now we are getting a clearer look at what kind of camera system it is bringing to the table. Honor is teasing the upcoming Honor Magic V5, which will reclaim the title of world's thinnest foldable phone – a title, previously held by the Magic V3 and currently by the Oppo Find N5. But let's not focus on thinness this time around (even though, let's be real, thin is in and everyone's fighting hard for those last few millimeters). What is more exciting is that Honor has confirmed the Magic V5 will feature a 64 MP periscope telephoto camera, clearing up earlier rumors that wavered between a 50 MP or 64 MP sensor. This camera will include OIS and even support telephoto macro photography, which could make it one of the more versatile shooters among foldables. That means you can look forward to clearer and more stable zoomed-in photos. Plus, with telephoto macro support, you'll be able to take detailed close-up pictures that show all the little things – perfect for capturing fine details up close. Honor confirmed a 64 MP telephoto camera. | Image credit – Honor As for the rest of the camera setup, it is expected to include a 50 MP main camera and a 50 MP ultra-wide – so a solid triple combo. To compare, its biggest current rival, the vivo X Fold 5, which just launched in China, comes with a 50 MP main, 50 MP telephoto and 50 MP ultra-wide setup. Meanwhile, the upcoming Galaxy Z Fold 7, launching July 9, is expected to offer a different flavor with a 200 MP main, 10 MP telephoto and 12 MP ultra-wide. Which one will deliver the best results? That is still up in the air, but once we get our hands on these phones, we'll be able to tell for sure. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 camera: All you need to know Camera talk aside, the Honor Magic V5 is launching July 2 and it is expected to pack a huge 6,100mAh battery – just 100mAh more than the vivo X Fold 5, but way ahead of the 4,400mAh reportedly coming with the Galaxy Z Fold 7 . So yeah, Honor definitely has the upper hand here in the battery department. Galaxy Z Fold 7 Battery and Charging: What to expect And, like I mentioned earlier, the Magic V5 will also be the thinnest of them all, coming in at 8.8mm when folded. Sure, the difference is barely a millimeter or two compared to the others, but it still shows how far the tech has come – a sign of how competition keeps pushing the bar higher. Under the hood, the Magic V5 is expected to run on Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Elite, the same chip expected in the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and a step up from the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 powering vivo's foldable. So overall, they are all playing in the same high-end space when it comes to performance, features and even design (at least on paper), which makes choosing between them that much harder. But let's be honest – in the US, the decision might already be made for you. As good as the Honor Magic V5 and vivo X Fold 5 might be in some areas, Samsung is still the only one making its foldables available stateside. So unless that changes, the Galaxy Z Fold 7 will probably be the one most people end up with. Secure your connection now at a bargain price! We may earn a commission if you make a purchase Check Out The Offer
Android Authority
a day ago
- Android Authority
A new Galaxy Z Flip 7 rival brings impressive specs, and a truly strange add-on
Xiaomi TL;DR Xiaomi has launched the Mix Flip 2 foldable phone in China. The new foldable has a Snapdragon 8 Elite chip and a battery that's larger than the one inside the Galaxy S25 Ultra. Xiaomi is also offering a portable camera kit, which combines a camera grip with a photo printer. Samsung will launch the Galaxy Z Flip 7 in a couple of weeks, and we've already got a rough idea of what to expect. What if you want more impressive Flip phone hardware, though? Well, Xiaomi has just launched the Mix Flip 2, but it also comes with one of the strangest accessories we've seen in a while. Xiaomi offers several accessories for the Mix Flip 2, such as a screw cap case that protects the cover screen. However, the portable camera kit is the standout add-on here. This is a hybrid camera grip and thermal photo printer. The kit connects to the bottom of the phone and offers a camera shutter button. However, the accessory also spits out photo prints via a slot on the back. The portable camera kit looks quite cumbersome, and there's an argument that this defeats the purpose of a Flip foldable in the first place. After all, one of the advantages of this form factor is the pocket-friendly approach. Most people are probably better off buying a standalone portable photo printer, but it's an interesting idea nonetheless. In fact, I wouldn't mind seeing similar camera grips for the top camera phones. What else to know about Mix Flip 2? Xiaomi's device stands out from other clamshell foldable phones thanks to a large, 5,165mAh battery. This would dwarf the Galaxy Z Flip 7's rumored 4,300mAh battery and is slightly larger than the Galaxy S25 Ultra's 5,000mAh cell. Need to top up? Well, the phone also offers 67W wired and 50W wireless charging. We've heard conflicting rumors about the Galaxy Z Flip 7's processor, with the latest leaks pointing to an Exynos 2500 chip. However, the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 ships with a Snapdragon 8 Elite processor. This is expected to be more powerful than the Exynos SoC, theoretically making it better for demanding workloads and advanced games. Otherwise, the Xiaomi foldable has a 6.83-inch 120Hz folding OLED screen (2,912 x 1,224, 3,200 nits peak brightness). Xiaomi says this screen has a 'Super Flat Crease' that's apparently certified to stay flat after 200,000 folds. Meanwhile, a 4.01-inch 120Hz cover screen (1,392 x 1,208, Dragon Crystal Shield 2.0 protection) is available on the outside. This external display supports 500 commonly used apps, while Xiaomi has also brought three new animated pet avatars to this panel. In a fun touch, the Mix Flip 2 can also turn pictures of your real pets into animated avatars on the cover display's lock screen. Check out the official video below for a better idea. Moving to the cameras, the flip foldable offers two Leica-branded 50MP rear cameras. There's a 50MP main camera (Light Hunter 800, 1/1.56-inch) and a 50MP ultrawide lens. Expect a 32MP selfie camera on the folding screen, although you can also use the rear cameras to take selfies. Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 price and availability The Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 is available in China and starts at 5,999 yuan (~$837) for the base 12GB/256GB model. Want the portable camera kit? Then you'll need to spend 699 yuan (~$98). We've asked Xiaomi about global availability and will update our article accordingly. For what it's worth, the original Mix Flip was available outside China but was restricted to a few markets. Got a tip? Talk to us! Email our staff at Email our staff at news@ . You can stay anonymous or get credit for the info, it's your choice.
Phone Arena
a day ago
- Phone Arena
Nothing's camera teaser drops just as new Phone (3) renders begin making the rounds
Nothing is slowly revealing more details about its upcoming Phone 3, and the latest teaser gives us a first look at its upgraded camera system. In a post shared on X, the company confirmed that the new device will include a 50MP periscope lens. The caption was brief, stating the camera is "built for creators." While Nothing didn't mention the zoom capabilities or specs, it did share a series of photos that were reportedly taken using this lens. As usual, the images were shown in the company's signature minimalist and aesthetic style. — Nothing (@nothing) June 26, 2025 We still don't know the full camera setup, but recent leaks suggest the Phone 3 may feature three 50MP cameras: a main sensor, an ultrawide, and the new periscope lens. Meanwhile, another leak from today also supports this, revealing some of the phone's expected specs and design changes in the form of unofficial CAD renders. Leaked CAD renders of the Nothing Phone (3). | Images credit — Android Headlines Based on these renders, the Phone 3 could arrive with a redesigned camera layout. The top lens may be positioned off to the side, while the other two are placed next to each other at the bottom. The report also mentions a 6.7-inch OLED display and a large 5,150mAh battery. Charging support is rumored to include 100W wired and 15W wireless charging. Internally, the Phone 3 is expected to run on the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 chip, which is a slightly more affordable version of Qualcomm's high-end processors. The Glyph interface is also coming back, but this time in a new matrix-style layout. Nothing CEO Carl Pei recently confirmed that the Phone 3 will be priced around £800, which is approximately $1,062. That puts it in a higher price range than last year's Phone (2), pointing to more premium ambitions for this model. The company has already announced that its next event will take place on July 1 at 1 PM ET. During the event, we expect the full reveal of the Phone 3, as well as a new audio product called the Headphone 1. Overall, this teaser adds to the excitement surrounding the Phone 3, especially for users interested in mobile photography. It's always interesting when a brand experiments with design or camera hardware. Nothing has built a reputation for taking a different approach, and this periscope lens might help it stand out. Now we just have to wait and see if the final product lives up to expectations. Secure your connection now at a bargain price! We may earn a commission if you make a purchase Check Out The Offer
