Nothing has unveiled the first official image of its next-gen wireless earbuds, the Ear (3). While the earbuds retain a design similar to last year’s Ear (2), the charging case has been refreshed with a new microphone and a dedicated talk button. The company will reveal more details at the official launch on September 18, 2025.
Offbeat looks. Stronger signal. Material difference.
Ear (3) pic.twitter.com/zM75sk7W6d
— Nothing (@nothing) September 11, 2025
Nothing’s upcoming Ear (3) earbuds continue the brand’s hallmark transparent aesthetic, closely resembling their predecessor at first glance. However, the charging case has been upgraded with 100 percent recycled anodized aluminum, a move aimed at improving durability while lending a more premium finish to the overall design.
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The earbuds themselves feature a reengineered metal antenna, enabling a slimmer profile without compromising wireless performance. A major highlight is the addition of a built-in “Super Mic” and a dedicated talk button on the charging case, though Nothing has not yet clarified their exact functionality. Speculation suggests the button could activate a voice assistant, handle calls, or even serve as a wireless mic accessory.
New Ear (3) hides a little extra magic… 🤔 #nothing pic.twitter.com/TbUKn9x1ea
— pauwma (@pauwmaa) September 11, 2025
The Talk button on the Nothing Ear (3) is speculated to serve multiple functions, such as activating a wireless microphone for clearer speech in noisy environments or aiding content creation. Other possibilities include enabling a walkie-talkie mode between the two earbuds or offering a feature similar to the Smart Dial found on the CMF Buds Pro 2.
Ahead of the official unveiling, Nothing has teased images of the Ear (3) on its social media channels, showing subtle refinements to the design while holding back on deeper technical details. These teasers highlight the company’s focus on aesthetic continuity with meaningful upgrades.
The full reveal, including audio performance, connectivity features, and the specific role of the new talk button, will take place at the launch event later this month, where Nothing is expected to outline how these updates set the Ear (3) apart from its predecessors.
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