Nothing Ear (3) Deliver extraordinary Audio, But Power Users Shoudl Note Battery Limitations
AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS – October 8, 2025 04:36:13 CET – Nothing’s latest audio offering, the Ear (3) wireless earbuds, launched today, prioritizing sound quality and a refined design. While boasting advanced features like adaptive active noise cancellation and high-resolution audio certification, the earbuds’ battery performance presents a trade-off for audiophiles seeking a premium listening experience. This release arrives as the competitive wireless earbud market continues to expand, with consumers demanding both sonic fidelity and all-day usability.The Ear (3) aims to capture a segment prioritizing audio excellence, even if it means more frequent charging.
The Nothing Ear (3) targets discerning listeners who value immersive sound and seamless connectivity. Priced at €179, these earbuds feature Bluetooth 5.4 with multipoint pairing, supporting AAC, SBC, and LDAC codecs. Google Fast Pair and Microsoft Swift Pair integration streamline the setup process for Android and Windows users. However, potential buyers should carefully consider the battery life specifications, which vary substantially depending on ANC usage and codec selection.
Key Specifications
* Active Noise Cancellation (ANC): Up to 45 dB of adaptive noise reduction.
* Water Resistance: IP54 rated dust and sweat resistance for both earbuds and the charging case.
* Battery Life: 55 mAh (per earbud), 500 mAh (charging case).
* Playback Time (AAC): 5.5 hours (with ANC), 10 hours (without ANC).
* Playback Time (LDAC): 3.5 hours (with ANC), 5.5 hours (without ANC).
* Total Playback Time (with case): 22 hours (AAC with ANC), 8 hours (LDAC with ANC).
* Talk Time: 4-5 hours (earbuds), 15.5-19 hours (earbuds + case).
* Charging: 5 minutes charge provides 1 hour playback (earbuds, without ANC); 10 minutes charge provides 10 hours playback (earbuds + case, without ANC); 70 minutes for full wired charge; 120 minutes for full wireless charge.
* Wireless Technology: Bluetooth 5.4, Multipoint, Codecs: AAC, SBC, LDAC.
* Additional Features: Carrying detection, Hi-Res Audio certification.
The Nothing Ear (3) are available for purchase at Bol.com and directly from Nothing’s website (https://nl.nothing.tech/products/ear-3).
