Nothing Headphone (1)

Name: Nothing — Headphone (1), wireless noise-cancelling headphones (white)
Brand: Nothing
SKU: B0F66XD5LF

Wireless noise-cancelling headphones (white)

Ideal for: Music and calls at your desk, quietly.

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Over-ear headphones with a transparent design, tuned with KEF, adaptive noise cancelling, Bluetooth 5.3 and up to 80 hours of battery without ANC according to Nothing.

Driver40 mm dynamic, 16 Ω
Frequency response20 Hz – 40,000 Hz
Battery life (per Nothing)up to 35 h with ANC, 80 h without ANC
ConnectivityBluetooth 5.3 (10 m), LDAC, USB-C
Weight329 g (headphones)

Avoid ifSkip it if you want ultra-compact, lightweight headphones: they weigh 329 g and the case is bulky. Also skip it if you need 80 hours with ANC on: according to Nothing, that figure is 35 hours with ANC.

White Nothing Headphone (1) wireless headphones with a transparent design, three-quarter view

Why this model

The Nothing Headphone (1) is a wireless over-ear headphone with active noise cancelling, made for people who want an audio object with a recognisable transparent design, tuned with KEF, for the office, the train and home.

In this review we look at what it offers day to day: its looks, physical controls, the battery life Nothing claims and its connectivity. You will also see who it makes sense for in Belgium and when you are better off looking elsewhere.

Design: transparent headphones you want to leave on display

Nothing bets on a transparent look and a very graphic silhouette. The white finish suits a bright desk, and the headphones have presence even on a stand.

The controls are physical buttons of different shapes and materials, which give tactile feedback according to Nothing. That is easier to use by feel than a touch surface when your hands are busy.

Everyday use: music, calls and noise cancelling

Active noise cancelling adapts to the environment in real time, according to Nothing. Handy in an open office, on public transport or at home when the street is noisy.

For calls there are 4 microphones with AI-backed ENC, which aims to reduce wind, background noise and echo according to the manufacturer. The sound is tuned with KEF, a brand known for hi-fi speakers.

Key specs: battery, connectivity, weight

According to Nothing, battery life reaches up to 35 hours with ANC and up to 80 hours without ANC. A 5-minute charge gives up to 5 hours of playback. The 40 mm dynamic driver (16 Ω) covers 20 Hz to 40,000 Hz.

Connectivity is Bluetooth 5.3 (10 m range), with LDAC and Hi-Res Audio support, and lossless playback over USB-C. The headphones weigh 329 g and the case 264 g; a 3.5 mm audio cable is included in the box.

Who it is for, and who should skip it

It suits you if you want ANC headphones with character, useful for working from home, music and calls, and you would rather show them on your desk than hide them in a drawer.

Skip them if you want the lightest or most compact headphones, or 80 hours of battery with noise cancelling on: that figure applies without ANC. Also make sure you really like the transparent look before buying.

Frequently asked questions

What is the battery life of the Nothing Headphone (1)?

According to Nothing, the headphones last up to 35 hours with active noise cancelling and up to 80 hours without. A 5-minute charge gives up to 5 hours of playback.

Does the Nothing Headphone (1) support LDAC and Hi-Res audio?

Yes, according to KEF and Nothing it supports LDAC and Hi-Res Audio over Bluetooth 5.3. Lossless playback is also possible through the USB-C cable.

How much does the Nothing Headphone (1) weigh?

The headphones weigh 329 g and the case 264 g, according to the official spec sheet. It is a fairly substantial over-ear format, worth keeping in mind if you are sensitive to weight.

Are the Nothing Headphone (1) good for working from home?

Yes, if you want active noise cancelling and microphones built for calls: they have 4 with AI-backed ENC, according to Nothing. The physical buttons also save you from fumbling during a video call.

Who tuned the sound of the Nothing Headphone (1)?

The sound was developed with KEF, the British hi-fi speaker brand. The headphones use a 40 mm dynamic driver designed with KEF.