Nothing Ear (3a) Wireless Earbuds, 12 mm Drivers and Active Noise Cancellation

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Product guide

Nothing Ear (3a) Wireless Earbuds, 12 mm Drivers and Active Noise Cancellation

Drivers: Nothing Ear (3a) are in-ear wireless earbuds with active noise cancellation, a 12 mm driver and Bluetooth 6.0. The listing claims up to 45 dB of ANC and 42 hours of battery life with the case, while reported customer feedback is mixed on noise cancellation, connectivity and controls.

At a glance

Manufacturer claims up to 45 dB of active noise cancellation and offers a Transparency mode.
The 12 mm dynamic drivers are paired with app-based sound adjustments, including an 8-band equaliser, according to the listing.
Bluetooth 6.0 and dual-device connection are listed. The manufacturer describes switching between devices as supported.
The listing gives 42 hours of battery life with the case. It separately claims 10 hours per bud with ANC off and 6 hours with ANC on.
Customer feedback praises sound, fit and battery life, but reports vary on connectivity, noise cancellation and controls.

Price

£59.00Save 40%

Reference price: ~~£99.00~~

Price checked: 12 Nov 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

In-ear design with four listed pairs of tips, including XS, S, M and L sizes according to the manufacturer.
Transparency mode provides a way to hear surroundings without removing the earbuds.
The claimed dual-device connection may suit people switching between a phone and computer.
The manufacturer claims a five-minute charge can provide up to an hour of playback.

Technical specifications

28 specifications

Identity
Brand	Nothing
Model	Nothing Ear (3a)
Model number	B190
Colour	Black

Audio and noise control
Driver type	Dynamic Driver
Driver size	12 Millimetres
Impedance	32 Ohms
Frequency response	40 KHz
Sensitivity	45 dB
Noise control	Active Noise Cancellation
Additional noise-control mode	Transparency mode
Headphone jack	No Jack

Connectivity and controls
Wireless technology	Bluetooth
Bluetooth version	6.0
Bluetooth range	15 Metres
Control methods listed	App
Controls listed	App Control, Button, Touch
USB interface	USB Type C
Connectivity	Wireless

Power and battery
Battery life listed	42 Hours
Charging time	70 Minutes

Dimensions and installation
Form factor	In Ear
Weight listed	40.92 Grams
Case length	22.8 Millimetres
Case width	48.95 Millimetres
Case height	64.8 Millimetres

Materials and protection
Enclosure material	Plastic Metal
Water resistance listed	Water Resistant

What to know before buying

Call recording is stated to be available only in supported countries or regions, subject to local regulations.

Listing details to confirm

Battery figures have different stated conditions: 42 hours with the case, and up to 10 hours per bud with ANC off or 6 hours with ANC on. Treat these as separate manufacturer claims, not one unconditional runtime. The listed sensitivity is 45 dB, while the title and feature copy describe ANC of up to 45 dB. These details do not establish that the sensitivity field measures ANC performance. The 42-hour case figure and mode-specific per-bud figures also have different conditions. Check the selected listing for the intended claim.

What’s in the box

Included

Charging case × 1
Ear tips × 4 pairs
Nothing Ear (3a) wireless earbuds × 2
Safety information
Warranty information and user guide × 1

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Listeners wanting in-ear Bluetooth earbuds with ANC and a transparency mode.
People who value app-based sound adjustments and an equaliser.
Buyers seeking earbuds for travel, work or exercise who want multiple ear-tip sizes.
Users who switch between two compatible devices and are comfortable relying on Bluetooth.

Less suited to

Anyone who requires a wired headphone connection, as the listing says there is no headphone jack.
Buyers who need a guaranteed noise-cancellation or connectivity experience, since customer feedback on both is mixed.
People who need call recording in a location where the feature is unsupported.

Nothing Ear (3a) Wireless Earbuds, 12 mm Drivers and Active Noise Cancellation · photo 2 — Additional product photo 2

Customer reviews on Amazon

4.4 / 5 · 392 ratings

5 stars67%67%
4 stars17%17%
3 stars8%8%
2 stars3%3%
1 star5%5%

Customer feedback highlights sound quality, appearance, fit and battery life as positives, with one reported usage pattern involving charging the case every few days. Customers also describe mixed experiences with connectivity, noise cancellation and controls. Those differences matter if dependable device switching, ANC or easy operation is a priority. The listing claims ANC and dual-device connection, but those claims do not resolve the reported variation.

Positive themes

Customers praise sound quality, appearance and fit.
Customers report good battery life.

Mixed feedback

Feedback on connectivity, noise cancellation and controls is mixed.

Frequently asked questions

How long does the battery last?

The listing claims 42 hours with the charging case. It separately states up to 10 hours per bud with ANC off and 6 hours with ANC on, so runtime depends on the stated mode.

Does the Nothing Ear (3a) have a transparency mode?

Yes. The listing names Transparency mode, which is intended to let surrounding sound through without removing the earbuds.

Can these earbuds connect to two devices?

The listing claims dual-device connection and describes switching between devices. Customer feedback on connectivity is mixed.

Is call recording available everywhere?

No. The manufacturer says call recording is available only in supported countries or regions because of local regulations.