# Nothing Ear (3)

The text version of the iDevice Guide at https://idevice.com/earbuds/nothing-ear-3/roadmap. Same data as the page, last updated 2026-11-01.

> Nothing's third flagship earbuds put a Super Mic in the case. Up to 45 dB of noise cancelling, LDAC Hi-Res Audio, wireless charging and up to 38 hours with the case.

- Status: On sale
- List price: $149 (The official starting price.)
- Released Sep 18, 2025 (source: [Nothing Newsroom](https://nothing.community/d/42317-ear-3-cut-through-the-noise))
- Guide: https://idevice.com/earbuds/nothing-ear-3/roadmap
- Last updated: 2026-11-01

## Can it do this?

- **How long does the battery last?** Up to 10 hours per charge and 38 hours with the case, noise cancelling off. With it on, 5.5 and 22 hours. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/earbuds/nothing-ear-3/roadmap#can-how-long-does-the-battery-last))
- **What does it cost?** It costs $149. That is the list price. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/earbuds/nothing-ear-3/roadmap#can-what-does-it-cost))
- **Can it get wet — shower, pool, swimming?** Yes for sweat and rain, but not for the shower. Its rating is IP54. It is rated for splashes, not immersion. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/earbuds/nothing-ear-3/roadmap#can-can-it-get-wet-shower-pool-swimming))
- **How heavy is it?** It weighs 5.2g. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/earbuds/nothing-ear-3/roadmap#can-how-heavy-is-it))

## Works with

Earbuds that work with iPhone and Android.

- **Which iPhones do the Nothing Ear (3) work with?** Works. They work with every iPhone that runs iOS 13 or later, from the iPhone 6s on. Source: [Nothing](https://support.nothing.tech/hc/en-us/articles/38937896628881-Which-devices-are-compatible-with-Ear-3). Checked 2026-10-21. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/earbuds/nothing-ear-3/roadmap#q-which-iphones))
- **Do the Nothing Ear (3) work with Android?** Works. Yes, Nothing Ear (3) works with your phone. Source: [Nothing](https://support.nothing.tech/hc/en-us/articles/38937896628881-Which-devices-are-compatible-with-Ear-3). Checked 2026-10-21. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/earbuds/nothing-ear-3/roadmap#q-android))
- **Do the Nothing Ear (3) support Companion app / settings?** Some features missing. Partly, Ear (3) supports Nothing X on iPhone and Android, but app connectivity pauses during iPhone calls. Source: [Nothing](https://support.nothing.tech/hc/en-us/articles/39197739736721-Why-can-t-I-use-the-Nothing-X-app-to-connect-to-Ear-3-while-on-a-call-with-an-iOS-device). Checked 2026-10-21.
- **Do the Nothing Ear (3) support Companion app during calls?** Some features missing. Partly, Ear (3) audio calls work but Nothing X cannot remain connected during an iPhone call. Source: [Nothing](https://support.nothing.tech/hc/en-us/articles/39197739736721-Why-can-t-I-use-the-Nothing-X-app-to-connect-to-Ear-3-while-on-a-call-with-an-iOS-device). Checked 2026-10-21.
- **Do the Nothing Ear (3) support Hi-res / lossless audio and codecs?** Some features missing. Partly, Nothing Ear (3) offers LDAC with a supported source and AAC elsewhere. Source: [Nothing](https://support.nothing.tech/hc/en-us/articles/38937919714193-What-audio-formats-does-Ear-3-support). Checked 2026-10-21.
- **Do the Nothing Ear (3) work with iPhone?** Works. Yes, Nothing Ear (3) works with your phone. Source: [Nothing](https://support.nothing.tech/hc/en-us/articles/38937896628881-Which-devices-are-compatible-with-Ear-3). Checked 2026-10-21. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/earbuds/nothing-ear-3/roadmap#q-iphone))
- **Do the Nothing Ear (3) support Voice assistant / AI?** Some features missing. Partly, Ear (3) has a configurable voice-assistant gesture that must first be enabled in Nothing X. Source: [Nothing](https://support.nothing.tech/hc/en-us/articles/38937997823505-How-do-I-activate-the-Voice-Assistant-on-Ear-3). Checked 2026-10-21.
- **Do the Nothing Ear (3) work with Windows PC?** Works. Yes. Microsoft Swift Pair makes pairing with a Windows PC quicker. Source: [Nothing](https://us.nothing.tech/products/ear-3). Checked 2026-11-01. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/earbuds/nothing-ear-3/roadmap#q-windows-pc))

## Questions

### How much does the Nothing Ear (3) cost?

Nothing lists it at $149, and its US store shows it at $109. It launched at $179. Source: [Nothing](https://us.nothing.tech/products/ear-3). ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/earbuds/nothing-ear-3/roadmap#faq-how-much-does-the-nothing-ear-3-cost))

### When did the Nothing Ear (3) come out?

Nothing launched the Ear (3) on 18 September, in black or white, through nothing.tech and select partners. Source: [Nothing Newsroom](https://nothing.community/d/41833-ear-3-with-super-mic). ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/earbuds/nothing-ear-3/roadmap#faq-when-did-the-nothing-ear-3-come-out))

### Which Ear (3) features need a Nothing phone?

Essential Space voice notes and talking to ChatGPT through the earbuds need a Nothing phone. On other phones, the TALK button opens your voice assistant. Source: [Nothing](https://us.nothing.tech/products/ear-3). ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/earbuds/nothing-ear-3/roadmap#faq-which-ear-3-features-need-a-nothing-phone))

### How long does the Nothing Ear (3) battery last?

Up to 10 hours per charge and 38 hours with the case with noise cancelling off. With it on, 5.5 hours and 22 hours. Nothing measured this with AAC at 50% volume. Source: [Nothing](https://support.nothing.tech/hc/en-us/articles/38937923083537-What-s-the-battery-life-of-Ear-3). ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/earbuds/nothing-ear-3/roadmap#faqs-how-long-does-the-nothing-ear-3-battery-last))

### What is the Super Mic?

A pair of microphones built into the charging case. Press the TALK button and hold the case near your mouth, and it cuts up to 95 dB of background noise on calls and voice notes. Source: [Nothing](https://us.nothing.tech/products/ear-3). ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/earbuds/nothing-ear-3/roadmap#faqs-what-is-the-super-mic))

### How strong is the Nothing Ear (3) noise cancelling?

Up to 45 dB. It adapts in real time, checking your surroundings every 600 milliseconds. Transparency mode lets outside sound in when you want it. Source: [Nothing Newsroom](https://nothing.community/d/42317-ear-3-cut-through-the-noise). ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/earbuds/nothing-ear-3/roadmap#faqs-how-strong-is-the-nothing-ear-3-noise-cancelling))

### Does the Nothing Ear (3) case charge wirelessly?

Yes. The case charges on a wireless pad or over USB-C. A full charge takes 70 minutes by cable and 120 minutes wirelessly. Source: [Nothing](https://support.nothing.tech/hc/en-us/articles/38937875860241-Does-Ear-3-support-wireless-charging). ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/earbuds/nothing-ear-3/roadmap#faqs-does-the-nothing-ear-3-case-charge-wirelessly))

### How fast does the Nothing Ear (3) charge?

A 10-minute charge gives up to 10 hours of playback across the earbuds and case, with noise cancelling off. Source: [Nothing](https://support.nothing.tech/hc/en-us/articles/38937923219857-Does-Ear-3-support-fast-charging). ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/earbuds/nothing-ear-3/roadmap#faqs-how-fast-does-the-nothing-ear-3-charge))

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Source: iDevice (https://idevice.com). Every spec, rumor and grade above links to where it came from. Full Guide: https://idevice.com/earbuds/nothing-ear-3/roadmap. This file: https://idevice.com/guide-text/nothing-ear-3.md.

## Questions and answers

### Using it

**What does it cost?** It costs $149. That is the list price. Source: Nothing

**How heavy is it?** It weighs 5.2g. Source: Nothing

### Water

**Can it get wet — shower, pool, swimming?** Yes for sweat and rain, but not for the shower. Its rating is IP54. It is rated for splashes, not immersion. Source: Nothing

### Price and models

**Is there a newer one?** No. The Nothing Ear is the current model. Source: iDevice

**How much does the Nothing Ear cost?** List price: $149 list; $109 at Nothing's US store on November 1, 2026. Source: [us.nothing.tech](https://us.nothing.tech/products/ear-3)

### In the box

**What's in the box?** Earbuds, Charging case, Ear tips, USB-C to USB-C cable, User guide, Safety and warranty information. Source: [Nothing](https://us.nothing.tech/products/ear-3)

### Works with

**Do the Nothing Ear (3) support Voice assistant / AI?** Partly, Ear (3) has a configurable voice-assistant gesture that must first be enabled in Nothing X. Some features missing Source: [Nothing](https://support.nothing.tech/hc/en-us/articles/38937997823505-How-do-I-activate-the-Voice-Assistant-on-Ear-3)

**Do the Nothing Ear (3) work with Windows PC?** Yes. Microsoft Swift Pair makes pairing with a Windows PC quicker. Works Source: [Nothing](https://us.nothing.tech/products/ear-3)