Nothing Headphone (1) Pro offers premium build quality and effective noise cancellation for 400 dollars

The Nothing Headphone (1) Pro features a premium build with aluminum, titanium, and 9H panda glass components, retailing for 400 dollars. The headphones offer a triple-driver system, including a 40mm bass dynamic driver, precision drivers, and treble drivers. Connectivity is provided via Bluetooth 6.1 with support for SBC, AAC, LDAC, and LC3 codecs, alongside lossless audio options through a USB-C connection. The device includes multi-point connection support, Google Fast Pair, and Microsoft Swift Pair. Battery life is rated at 68 hours with active noise cancellation (ANC) disabled, and 30 hours with ANC enabled. A five-minute quick charge provides between two and four hours of playback. The headphones are IP52-rated for dust and water resistance. The accompanying app, available on Android and iOS, allows for EQ customization, including a flat EQ mode tuned with Metropolis Studios, and control over ANC and transparency modes. The physical controls on the earcups include a volume wheel and a playback paddle, avoiding touch-based inputs. The included hard-shell case provides protection, though it lacks a pass-through charging feature.

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The Nothing Headphone (1) Pro features a premium build with aluminum, titanium, and 9H panda glass components, retailing for 400 dollars. The headphones offer a triple-driver system, including a 40mm bass dynamic driver, precision drivers, and treble drivers. Connectivity is provided via Bluetooth 6.1 with support for SBC, AAC, LDAC, and LC3 codecs, alongside lossless audio options through a USB-C connection. The device includes multi-point connection support, Google Fast Pair, and Microsoft Swift Pair. Battery life is rated at 68 hours with active noise cancellation (ANC) disabled, and 30 hours with ANC enabled. A five-minute quick charge provides between two and four hours of playback. The headphones are IP52-rated for dust and water resistance. The accompanying app, available on Android and iOS, allows for EQ customization, including a flat EQ mode tuned with Metropolis Studios, and control over ANC and transparency modes. The physical controls on the earcups include a volume wheel and a playback paddle, avoiding touch-based inputs. The included hard-shell case provides protection, though it lacks a pass-through charging feature.

The Nothing Headphone (1) Pro features a premium construction using aluminum, titanium, and 9H panda glass. The device utilizes a triple-driver system consisting of a 40mm bass dynamic driver, precision drivers, and treble drivers.

Battery life is rated at 68 hours without active noise cancellation and 30 hours with the feature enabled. The headphones support Bluetooth 6.1 and offer lossless audio playback via a USB-C connection.

The device is IP52-rated, providing protection against dust and water exposure. The companion app allows for extensive customization of EQ settings, ANC, and transparency modes.

Chapter guide

UnboxingThe unboxing process reveals the headphones, charging cable, 3.5mm cable, and lanyard straps.Case designAn overview of the hard-shell case design and its functionality.Technical specificationsA detailed breakdown of the headphone specifications, including Bluetooth version, codecs, and driver configuration.Weight comparisonA weight comparison between the Nothing headphones and the Apple AirPods Max.Design and build qualityA closer look at the physical design, materials, and button layout of the headphones.Pairing and app setupThe initial pairing process and an overview of the companion app features.Fit and sound qualityA subjective assessment of the fit, comfort, and sound quality of the headphones.Wired listening testTesting the headphones using a digital-to-analog converter (DAC) for wired audio playback.Reconnection and multi-point testingTesting the reconnection speed and multi-point connectivity between an Android phone and an iPhone.Call quality testA demonstration of the microphone call quality.

Worth noting

  • The reviewer notes that the headphones were tested without prior knowledge of existing reviews or articles.
  • The reviewer is a self-described 'bass head,' which may influence their assessment of the sound profile.

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