Nothing Ear (open) Launches in India: 14.2mm Drivers, ChatGPT Integration, and Water Resistance at ₹17,999!
On Tuesday, September 24, Nothing launched its first Open Wearable Stereo (OWS) earbuds, the Ear (open), in India and other global markets. These earbuds feature 14.2 mm dynamic drivers with titanium-coated polyethylene terephthalate diaphragms. The Ear (open) is equipped with Nothing's open sound technology, allowing users to stay aware of their surroundings while enjoying an immersive audio experience. The earbuds come with Bluetooth 5.3 and support Google Fast Pair, Microsoft Swift Pair, AAC, and SBC codecs. Additionally, they feature pinch controls, ChatGPT integration, and dual-device connectivity. The earbuds are also IP54 rated for water resistance.
Nothing Ear (open) Price in India and Availability
The Nothing Ear (open) earbuds are priced at ₹17,999 in India. Pre-orders are now open, and the earbuds will be available in global markets from October 1. Although the company hasn’t confirmed the exact availability in India, it’s expected that they will also be available from October 1. The earbuds are launched in a single white color option.
Interestingly, the price of Nothing Ear (open) in India is higher compared to other global markets. For comparison, they are priced at $149 (approximately ₹12,500) in the US, €149 (approximately ₹13,900) in Europe, and £129 (approximately ₹14,500) in the UK.
Specifications and Features
The Nothing Ear (open) earbuds come with custom, patent-pending diaphragms featuring titanium coating. The company claims these earbuds use ultra-light drivers. The design includes ear hooks that can be secured behind the ears, similar to sports earphones, making them ideal for sports activities.
The Ear (open) also includes an automatic bass enhancement algorithm and a 120ms low-latency gaming mode, which automatically activates on Nothing devices based on the situation. For other devices, these features can be manually enabled through the app. For noise-free calls, the earbuds come with Clear Voice Technology, featuring three microphones with advanced wind noise resistance. They are compatible with Android 5.0 and iOS 13 or later.
The earbuds also have pinch controls, allowing users to manage playback, skip tracks, answer calls, and switch between ANC and transparency modes. They can also be used to launch virtual assistants or adjust volume. With an advanced equalizer and profile-sharing features, users can further customize their sound preferences.
Each earbud weighs only 8.1 grams, while the charging case weighs 63.8 grams. The fast-charging feature claims to offer 2 hours of playback with just 10 minutes of charging. Both the earbuds and the charging case are IP54 rated, making them suitable for workouts and light rain.
