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Nothing Phone (2a) Introduced With New Design And Lower Price
In a global rollout, Nothing has launched the new handset targeting “young & creative” buyers.
Following its debut design showcase at MWC in Barcelona, emerging smartphone manufacturer Nothing has officially introduced the Nothing Phone (2a). This new addition to their product line will diversify the company’s range of models and pricing tiers, and is slated for release on March 8th in Gulf Coast Countries after a global keynote on March 5th.
Beyond its pricing strategy, Nothing sets a new standard in design innovation by introducing what it claims to be the pioneering concept of an “internal smartphone”. This approach seamlessly integrates the device’s components into its external design, presenting essential functionalities in novel and innovative ways.
“Over the past decade, there has been a sea of sameness in the tech industry,” explained Rishi Kishor Gupta, Regional Director for Middle East and Africa at Nothing. “There is clearly a lack of excitement and optimism like we used to feel back in our childhood days. In every single smartphone launch, we see iterations vs. innovations. Here’s where we’re trying to fill the gap”.
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With the brand securing an exclusive distribution partnership with Dubai-based Eros for the UAE and Bahrain markets, consumers in these regions will have the opportunity to be early adopters of the Phone (2a), along with access to exclusive incentives and promotions available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Limited to only 100 units, an exclusive bundle featuring the Phone (2a) will be offered, complete with a personalized thank you card from Carl Pei, CEO of Nothing. Additionally, purchasers will receive a complimentary Phone (2a) case featuring cityscape designs, CMF Buds, a CMF 65W GaN charger, phone straps, and a branded tote bag from Nothing.
Nothing Phone (2a) Specs And Pricing:
- Screen: 7″ 120Hz FHD+ OLED (394 PPI)
- Processor: MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Pro
- RAM: 8 / 12GB
- Storage: 128 / 256GB
- Operating System: Nothing OS 2.5
- Camera: 50MP main and ultrawide, 32MP selfie
- Connectivity: 5G, eSIM, Wi-Fi 6, NFC, Bluetooth 5.3 and GNSS
- Battery: 5,000 mAh
- Water Resistance: IP54
- Dimensions: 162 x 76.3 x 8.9mm
- Weight: 190g
The Nothing Phone (2a) will retail at Dh1,199 for the 128GB version, while the 256GB costs Dh1,399.
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UAE Prepares To Launch Two Satellites: Thuraya-2 And MBZ-SAT
HH Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum chaired the first meeting of the Supreme Space Council yesterday.
HH Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Deputy Prime Minister of the UAE, chaired the first meeting of the Supreme Space Council in Dubai on December 16, 2024. The session highlighted the UAE’s ambitious space plans and took stock of the sector’s economic progress.
The council emphasized the growing role of private companies in advancing space technologies, noting that their contributions are now equal to that of the public sector. Members also praised initiatives like the Space Economic Zones Programme, which are designed to fuel innovation and investment in the space industry.
خلال ترؤسنا الاجتماع الأول للمجلس الأعلى للفضاء، بحثنا الاستثمارات الوطنية والمشاريع المقبلة في قطاع الفضاء والذي يشهد تطوراً مستمراً… وجددنا التزامنا بدعم ومواصلة تنفيذ برامج طموحة لاستكشاف الفضاء الخارجي حيث وصل حجم الاستثمارات في هذا القطاع إلى 40 مليار درهم خلال السنوات… pic.twitter.com/etJ33OnuSu
— Hamdan bin Mohammed (@HamdanMohammed) December 16, 2024
Discussing the UAE’s space journey, HH Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum remarked, “The national space sector continues to grow and advance, and we take immense pride in the remarkable achievements we have accomplished over the years”.
Sheikh Hamdan also received updates on two upcoming satellite projects: Thuraya-2 and MBZ-SAT. Thuraya-2, developed by Space42, is slated for launch this December. Meanwhile, the MBZ-SAT, created by the Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC), will soon follow. MBRSC, a major driver of the UAE National Space Programme, continues to lead the nation’s space-related developments.
Space42 took the opportunity to showcase its advancements, including ongoing collaborations between public and private entities. The company also outlined strategies to promote innovation, boost revenue streams, and create new opportunities for growth in the sector.
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The UAE’s current projects build on a growing legacy of space exploration. Back in 2020, the nation made headlines with its Mars mission, successfully sending a probe into the planet’s orbit in 2021. This mission, which is now in its second phase as of June 2024, has been collecting critical data to develop a comprehensive diurnal image of Mars.
The UAE also ventured into lunar exploration with an unmanned mission aimed at studying untouched regions of the Moon’s surface. While the probe ultimately crashed during its landing attempt after communication was lost seconds before touchdown, the effort represented a significant step in the country’s exploration ambitions.