CloseNothing Phone 4b1 3Nothing has officially launched the Phone (4b), introducing an entirely new "b" series aimed at buyers looking for the company's signature transparent design without paying flagship prices. The smartphone debuted globally on July 7, including in India, bringing Qualcomm's Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 chipset, a 6.77-inch AMOLED display and the biggest battery ever fitted to a Nothing smartphone in this price segment.Alongside the standard model, Nothing also unveiled a limited-edition Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) version to celebrate the franchise's second IPL title.The Nothing Phone (4b) starts at Rs. 34,999 for the 8GB + 128GB variant, while the 8GB + 256GB model is priced at Rs. 38,999. The smartphone will be available through Flipkart, Nothing's website and authorised retail partners.A Familiar Design With A New IdentityThe Phone (4b) combines elements from two existing Nothing smartphones. It borrows the unibody chassis of the Phone (4a) Pro while adopting the Glyph Bar introduced on the Phone (4a). The transparent rear panel, now a signature design element for the brand, remains unchanged.Nothing says the phone carries an IP64 rating for dust and splash resistance and has been engineered to withstand bending forces of up to 600N. Buyers can choose between Black, White and a new Blue colour option, with the Blue variant already attracting attention in early hands-on impressions.Snapdragon Replaces MediaTekOne of the biggest changes comes inside the phone.Unlike the Phone (4a) lineup, which used MediaTek processors, the Phone (4b) moves to Qualcomm's Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 chipset built on a 4nm process. According to Nothing, the processor delivers around 15 per cent higher CPU performance and 25 per cent better graphics performance than the Phone 3a Lite.The chipset is paired with 8GB of LPDDR4X RAM and either 128GB or 256GB of UFS 2.2 storage. A vapour chamber cooling system has also been included to improve thermal performance during extended gaming sessions.It remains a step below the Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 found in the Phone (4a), reflecting Nothing's effort to balance performance and pricing.Display And Battery Take Centre StageThe Phone (4b) features a 6.77-inch Super AMOLED display with a resolution of 1080 × 2344 pixels, a 120Hz adaptive refresh rate, HDR10+ certification and peak brightness of up to 2,000 nits. The display is protected by Dragontail Pro Glass and supports a 1,000Hz touch sampling rate for smoother gaming and faster touch response.Battery capacity is one of the phone's biggest highlights.The Indian variant ships with a 6,000mAh battery, while the global model receives a 5,200mAh unit. Both support 33W wired charging along with 7. 5W reverse wired charging.Nothing says the battery is designed to retain around 90 per cent of its original capacity after approximately 1,200 charging cycles.Cameras Focus On Computational PhotographyThe rear camera setup consists of a 50MP primary camera with optical image stabilisation, built around a 1/2.76-inch Samsung sensor with an f/1.8 aperture, alongside an 8MP ultra-wide camera offering a 119.5-degree field of view.Nothing's TrueLens Engine 4 powers the new Ultra XDR mode, combining up to 13 RAW frames into a single image to improve dynamic range and colour accuracy.The Phone (4b) supports video recording at up to 4K 30fps, while the 16MP front-facing camera can record 1080p video at up to 60fps.Android 16 And Long-Term Software SupportThe Phone (4b) ships with Nothing OS 4.1 based on Android 16.The software retains Nothing's minimalist black-and-white interface while adding features such as ChatGPT integration, Google Gemini, Circle to Search, Essential Search and the dedicated Essential Key for quick access to Essential Space.Nothing has committed to three years of Android OS upgrades and six years of security updates, giving the Phone (4b) one of the longest software support policies in its segment.Specifications At A GlanceFeatureNothing Phone (4b)ProcessorSnapdragon 6 Gen 4 (4nm)RAM & Storage8GB LPDDR4X + 128GB / 256GB UFS 2.2Display6.77-inch Super AMOLED, 120Hz, HDR10+, up to 2,000 nitsBattery6,000mAh (India), 5,200mAh (Global), 33W chargingRear Cameras50MP OIS + 8MP ultra-wideFront Camera16MPBuildIP64, Glyph Bar, transparent designSoftwareNothing OS 4.1 based on Android 16Software Support3 Android upgrades, 6 years of security updatesPriceRs. 34,999 (8GB+128GB), Rs. 38,999 (8GB+256GB)Limited RCB Edition AnnouncedNothing has also introduced a special Royal Challengers Bengaluru edition of the Phone (4b) to celebrate the team's second IPL title.The limited-edition model comes in a red finish with custom branding, exclusive wallpapers and collector's packaging. It is Nothing's first official smartphone collaboration with an IPL franchise.Unlike the standard model, the RCB edition will only be available through Nothing's Bengaluru flagship store in a one-day, first-come, first-served sale beginning at 4 PM IST on July 7.Price And Competition In IndiaThe Phone (4b) starts at Rs. 34,999 for the 8GB + 128GB model and Rs. 38,999 for the 8GB + 256GB variant.With launch offers, including instant bank discounts and exchange bonuses, the effective prices drop to approximately Rs. 29,999 and Rs. 33,699, respectively.That places the Phone (4b) directly against rivals such as the OnePlus Nord CE series, Motorola Edge lineup and Redmi Note 15 Pro.What Buyers Give UpThe lower price comes with a few trade-offs.Compared with the Phone (4a), the Phone (4b) uses the less powerful Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 processor, loses the third rear camera and drops the 3. 5x optical zoom lens.In return, buyers get a significantly larger battery, Nothing's signature design language and a more affordable entry point into the company's ecosystem.Frequently Asked QuestionsWhat processor does the Nothing Phone (4b) use?The Phone (4b) is powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 chipset, replacing the MediaTek processors used in earlier models in this segment.How large is the battery?The Indian model packs a 6,000mAh battery, while the global version comes with a 5,200mAh battery. Both support 33W wired charging and 7. 5W reverse wired charging.What is the RCB Edition?The RCB Edition is a limited version celebrating Royal Challengers Bengaluru's second IPL title. It features exclusive branding, collector's packaging and a red finish, and will only be sold through Nothing's Bengaluru flagship store.How long will the Phone (4b) receive updates?Nothing has promised three Android OS upgrades and six years of security updates.What is the price in India?The Nothing Phone (4b) starts at Rs. 34,999 for the 8GB + 128GB model, while the 8GB + 256GB variant costs Rs. 38,999. Launch offers reduce the effective prices to approximately Rs. 29,999 and Rs. 33,699, respectively.end of article