Nothing’s new earbuds can record calls and what you’re listening to

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Nothing announced a new pair of budget-friendly wireless earbuds, but not as part of the company’s affordability-focused sub-brand, CMF. The new Nothing Ear 3A are available starting today through the company’s online store for $99, which is the same price as Nothing’s original Ear (a). That’s good news in a time when price increases are becoming the norm, and somewhat surprising given the new 3A are introducing the ability to record what you’re listening to directly on the earbuds.

It’s a feature that’s somewhat reminiscent of Nothing’s Ear 3 introduced last September. Those come with a wireless charging case equipped with upgraded microphones that can be used for phone calls or recording voice notes and memos to Nothing’s mobile app, but the Ear 3A take a different approach.

The new earbuds still come with a case, but it’s only used for storage and charging, boosting playback...

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