The Nothing Headphone 1 features an over-ear fit and weighs 329 g, offering a comfortable yet secure design. It includes a detachable cable with a 1.2-meter length, a tangle-free cable, and comes with a travel bag for added convenience. While it is not foldable or designed for kids, the headphones are IP52 rated, providing sweat resistance for some durability. Additionally, the stereo speakers deliver high-quality sound without an open-back design.
The Nothing Headphone 1 delivers an impressive sound experience with active noise cancellation (ANC) and spatial audio support. It has a wide frequency range, from 20 Hz to 40,000 Hz, and features a 40mm driver unit for clear and dynamic sound. Additionally, it offers passive noise reduction for an enhanced listening experience, even without a neodymium magnet.
The Nothing Headphone 1 is equipped with a 1040 mAh rechargeable battery that provides up to 80 hours of use. With active noise cancellation (ANC) enabled, the battery life lasts for 35 hours. The headphones also support USB Type-C charging, taking only 2 hours to fully recharge. Additionally, a battery level indicator helps keep track of power, while wireless charging and solar power are not supported.
The Nothing Headphone 1 offers both wired and wireless connectivity, utilizing Bluetooth 5.3 for a stable connection. It supports high-quality audio streaming with LDAC and AAC codec. Additionally, the headphones feature a maximum Bluetooth range of 10 meters and support fast pairing, but they do not include features like NFC pairing or aptX support.
The Nothing Headphone 1 is equipped with a noise-canceling microphone and features ambient sound mode for an immersive audio experience. It includes six microphones for clear communication and supports multi-point connectivity with up to two devices simultaneously. The headphones also feature in/on-ear detection to automatically pause music, and they can be used as a headset, but lack an in-line control panel.