Nothing Phone (3a) to launch on March 4 with Essential Key, while vivo X200 Ultra camera specs leak with 50 MP sensors and a 200 MP telephoto camera.
Nothing Phone (3a) and (3a) Pro to Launch on March 4
Nothing is set to unveil the Nothing Phone (3a) and Nothing Phone (3a) Pro on March 4, 2025. One of the most notable features of these devices is the Essential Key, a dedicated physical button designed for AI-powered tasks and camera enhancements.
Essential Key Features
- Press and hold: Take a screenshot.
- Long press: Record a voice note.
- Double tap: Open Essential Space, an AI-powered content hub.
- Camera functionality: Acts as a dedicated shutter button.
Vivo X200 Ultra Camera Sensors Revealed
Meanwhile, a leaked teaser on social media has unveiled the camera sensors for the upcoming vivo X200 Ultra. The leak aligns with earlier rumors about the device’s camera capabilities.
Key Camera Details
- Main Camera: 50 MP Sony LYT-818 sensor (1/1.28” size).
- Ultrawide Camera: 50 MP Sony LYT-818 sensor.
- Telephoto Camera: 200 MP Samsung ISOCELL HP9.
Expected Camera Capabilities
- The 200 MP telephoto camera is similar to last year’s vivo X100 Ultra.
- Expected to feature f/2.7 periscope lens with 3.7x optical zoom.
- Reports indicate vivo X200 Ultra may remain exclusive to China, potentially disappointing international users.
Additional Design Details
- Action button: Likely for quick-access functions.
- Slim profile: The design appears sleek and modern.
- Large camera island: Prominent camera module with high-end optics.
Availability
- Nothing Phone (3a) and (3a) Pro: Global release on March 4, 2025.
- Vivo X200 Ultra: Expected to launch in China only.
With Nothing Phone (3a) bringing AI-powered features and vivo X200 Ultra setting new camera benchmarks, both devices are generating significant interest ahead of their official announcements.
Source: Weibo Leak
