1. Partnership announced between Nothing and KEF for headphone release
The tech world is abuzz with the latest addition to the wireless headphone market - the Nothing Headphone (1). This groundbreaking product is the result of a unique collaboration between Nothing and high-fidelity audio brand KEF.
The Nothing Headphone (1) boasts a host of features that make it a strong contender in the premium wireless headphone market. With custom-built 40mm dynamic drivers tuned by KEF, the headphones deliver rich, natural sound with deep bass, detailed mids, and crisp treble. This audio quality is consistent across all listening modes, including Active Noise Cancellation (ANC), Transparency, and Spatial Audio.
One of the standout features of the Nothing Headphone (1) is its adaptive ANC, capable of handling up to 42dB reduction. This is achieved through a hybrid system with six microphones. The headphones also offer a Transparency mode, allowing users to hear ambient sounds when needed.
The Nothing Headphone (1) supports head-tracked spatial audio, enhancing immersive listening experiences. Other features include hands-free voice calls with Clear Voice Technology, wear detection, and customizable controls via the Nothing X app.
In terms of connectivity, the headphones offer Bluetooth 5.3 with codecs including LDAC for high-resolution wireless audio. They also provide a lossless listening option through a tethered USB-C connection and a 3.5mm headphone jack for wired use.
The design of the Nothing Headphone (1) is as impressive as its audio capabilities. With a transparent and tech-inspired design typical of Nothing's style, the headphones feature premium build quality and comfortable ear pads. They weigh about 329 grams.
The Nothing Headphone (1) offers impressive battery performance, with up to 35 hours of playback with ANC on and 80 hours with ANC off. It also supports fast charging, delivering about five hours of playback from a five-minute charge when ANC is off.
Users can customise sound through an 8-band equalizer in the app, multi-point Bluetooth connection to two devices, Google Fast Pair on Android, and Swift Pair on Windows, making them versatile for different device ecosystems.
The Nothing Headphone (1) retails at $299 / £299 / €299, with pre-orders starting July 4, 2025, and shipping from July 15, 2025. This innovative product is set to redefine the premium wireless headphone market, combining KEF's audio tuning with Nothing's distinctive design and advanced tech features.
[1] https://nothing.tech/headphone1 [2] https://us.kef.com/headphone1 [3] https://nothing.tech/nothingx [4] https://nothing.tech/support
The Nothing Headphone (1) incorporates advanced technology through the use of custom-built dynamic drivers tuned by KEF, creating a premium wireless headphone that delivers superior audio quality. This technology-driven device also showcases a host of features such as adaptive Active Noise Cancellation, spatial audio, and hands-free voice calls, positioning it as a significant player in the gadget market.
