Lacking the distinctive transparent elements seen in Nothing’s previous phone, as well as the Glyph lights, has led to speculation that either the design has been changed in later stages of development, or the initial leaks were based on prototypes. Additionally, it is possible that the removal of these elements was simply a cost-cutting measure to account for a mid-range price point or a way to differentiate the “a” series from the flagship models.
Whatever the reason, the leaked render suggests a significant shift in design philosophy for Nothing. Whether the final Phone (2a) retains the Glyph Interface or not remains to be seen, but the back panel alone still somewhat maintains that “minimal” look and promises a phone that stands out from the crowd, albeit in a different way than its predecessors.
