Rumors circulating on French forum Dealabs suggest Nothing is developing a budget earbud dubbed the Ear 3a. The leaks point to a launch price around €99 (about $114) and four color options: black, white, yellow and pink. No official specs have emerged, but the pricing mirrors the company’s earlier low‑end offering.

Earlier this year Nothing released the Ear 3, which upgraded to a 12 mm driver and longer battery life but fell short on active noise cancellation. Analysts hope the Ear 3a will inherit the larger driver while tightening ANC and keeping the transparent stem design. If the pattern holds, a teaser could appear late summer, with a possible September debut.

Keeping the price near €99 could pressure rivals in the sub‑$120 segment, where Samsung and Redmi already compete. Consumers seeking transparent aesthetics and solid bass may find the Ear 3a attractive if it delivers the promised ANC upgrade. Absent official confirmation, the rumor mill sets expectations, and the market will judge the device once Nothing finally unveils it.

Nothing’s push into affordable true‑wireless audio reflects a broader industry shift toward high‑spec entry models. By leveraging its distinctive transparent look and modest price, the company hopes to capture listeners dissatisfied with generic OEM options. If the Ear 3a lives up to hype, it could solidify Nothing’s foothold in the crowded midrange earbud market.