Nothing's new Phone 4b aims to deliver a premium software experience at a mid-range price, featuring a Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 chipset and a large 5,200 mAh battery. The device boasts a 6.77-inch 120Hz AMOLED display, IP64 durability, and Nothing's signature transparent design. Photography capabilities include a 50MP OIS main camera, ultrawide lens, and Ultra XDR processing.

Software is a major focus, with the phone running Nothing OS 4.1 based on Android 16. It includes AI tools, ChatGPT and Gemini integration, and Circle to Search. Notably, Nothing promises three years of OS updates and six years of security patches, a significant commitment for its price bracket.

The Phone 4b starts at £299 (€329) for 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. While the hardware offers solid specs like a 50MP main camera and fast charging that reaches 50% in under 30 minutes, the company acknowledges it doesn't push hardware boundaries. A limited edition Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) model will also be available.

The extended software support sets a new standard for budget devices, potentially shifting consumer expectations toward longer-term value. However, the Phone 4b ultimately presents a polished software package wrapped in distinctive hardware, rather than a true leap in mid-range specifications.