Nothing Ear (stick) ; the second model of TWS headphones from NOTHING.
Startup Nothing, which was created by One Plus co-founder Carl Pei, introduced new completely wireless headphones – Nothing Ear (stick). Overall, this is the company’s second model of TWS headphones and third product overall, after Nothing Ear (1) and Nothing Phone (1), which was released after its founding.
Unlike the Nothing Ear (1) with ear cushions and noise cancellation, the Nothing Ear (stick) is a lightweight, in-ear version that the company says is designed for long-term wear. At the same time, the design of the model is made in a similar style with a translucent case.
The Nothing Ear (stick) comes in a more compact tube-shaped charging case that swivels for easy removal. The housing of the headphones itself has protection against moisture and dust according to the IP54 standard and has dimensions of 29.8×18.8×18.4 mm with a weight of only 4.4 grams. The case, of course, is larger and heavier, its dimensions are 87.1×29.8×29.8 mm, and its weight is 46.3 grams.
Nothing Ear (stick) uses 12.6 mm drivers, the model connects to sound sources via Bluetooth 5.2, while AAC and SBC codecs are supported. The headphones have an ear sensor, as well as support for Google Fast Pair and Microsoft Swift Pair technologies for quick connection with Android smartphones and Windows laptops.
The headphones are charged in the case through magnetic connectors, and it itself has a USB-C port for charging. Nothing promises that with a volume level of 50% Nothing Ear (stick) can work for up to 7 hours of listening and up to 3 hours of talking. The battery built into the case provides up to 29 hours of listening time and up to 12 hours of talk time. At the same time, the headphones support fast charging, 10 minutes in the case provide 1.8 hours of playback.
Nothing Ear (stick) settings are embedded and displayed in the Nothing Phone (1) smartphone operating system, and other Android and iOS smartphones will require the Nothing X app.
Specifications :–
– 12.6mm Dynamic Driver
– AAC and SBC Codec
– Diaphragm = PEN (Polyethylene Naphthalate) + PU (Polyurethane)
– Three high definition mics
Battery Backup
On Single charge
– Up to 3 hrs of talk time
– Up to 7 hrs of listening time
With the case
– Up to 29 hrs of listening time
– Up to 12 hrs of talk time
– 9 hrs in 10 mins of charging.
– IP54 Dust, Water and Sweat Resistant
– Press controls
– 4.4g Ear Bud Weight
– 46.3g Case weight
Price in India = ₹8,499
Other Countries Price
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$99
€119
JPY 16,800
GBP 99
Nothing ear stick pros and cons :
Pros
- Fun charging case
- Press controls work great
- Much-improved voice calls
- big drivers size 12.6mm
- IP54 rating
- Long battery life
Cons
- Fit could be more secure
- Not entirely bug-free
- No wireless charging
- no ANC
- No voice assistant support
Nothing Ear Stick’s have the right style, but not the right price
Are the Nothing Ear Sticks all style and no substance? There’s definitely an emphasis on design and it does seem to bump up the price too, given the lack of ANC, AptX codecs, wireless charging, and virtual assistant support. Almost all of these come with the Ear 1 headphones, which launched at the same price. The case and earbud design is very cool, and I don’t think I’ll ever tire of opening and closing the case, but it’s not really a reason to buy.
Performance is decent but not class-leading, and the battery life doesn’t surpass the competition either, despite being perfectly acceptable. Problems with the fit definitely didn’t help me warm to the Ear Sticks, and it’s not like I have abnormally tiny ears, so I doubt I’ll be the only one who worries about one falling out and disappearing down a drain, never to be seen again.
All this brings me back to the price. When I tested the Ear 1, I often couldn’t believe the great features provided for $99, and how good they sounded. At no point have I had the same reaction with the Ear Sticks. They may be the coolest-looking ‘buds you’ll ever see, but not the best you’ll ever hear…