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Nothing expands Ear (3a) and Clip Pro rollout

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Nothing launches expands Ear (3a) HK, CMF buds UAE cert, and Clip Pro rollout

Following its July rollout of the Nothing Ear (3a) true‑wireless earbuds in Hong Kong (HK$799, four transparent colours, 45 dB ANC, 12 mm drivers, LDAC, 32 MB buffer, 42 h battery, Nothing X Kong, the product has begun to attract attention in other markets. In Norway, reviewers praised the Ear (3a) for delivering full, engaging sound, effective active‑noise cancellation and a comfortable fit at a price of 1,290 NOK—less than half the cost of premium rivals such as Apple AirPods Pro and Sony WF‑1000XM6. The triple‑LED charging case and responsive companion app integration), were highlighted, while voice‑call performance was noted as a weaker area. The positive reception underscores the Ear (3a)’s positioning as a value‑focused mid‑range offering. Meanwhile, Nothing’s CMF sub‑brand has continued to broaden its regional presence. expansion. After the Buds Neo (B193) and Clip Pro (B189) received secured UAE type‑approval on 19 July 2026, the company announced a global launch of the Clip Pro OWS open‑wearable earbuds for 4 August 2026. Priced under $100 USD, the device Clip Pro will debut in Malaysia in late August, targeting a local price of roughly RM350‑RM450. The Clip Pro features a Its C‑bridge clip‑on design that leaves the ear canal open, delivering providing directional sound while maintaining preserving situational awareness, and will be offered available in high‑contrast orange and white colourways. The simultaneous expansion of white. Together, the Ear (3a) line rollout in Hong Kong and the CMF portfolio—certification in its favorable European reviews, alongside the UAE certification and a worldwide launch of the Clip Pro—illustrates Pro, illustrate Nothing’s strategy to cover both premium true‑wireless and emerging open‑wearable ear‑wear segments across multiple markets.

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  1. 2026-08-02 03:53 UTC Nothing expands Ear (3a) and Clip Pro rollout
  2. 2026-08-01 15:52 UTC Nothing launches Ear (3a) HK, CMF buds UAE cert, Clip Pro

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