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Nothing ear (stick), analysis – review with opinion and characteristics

We tested Nothing’s new headphones, the Ear(stick). Do they live up to the originals?

Nothing Ear (Stick), Analysis: ready to challenge AirPods based on design and sound quality
The Nothing Ear (Stick) maintains the design lines of the previous generation / Image: Christian Collado

Not perfect, no ear (1) They’ve managed to hit the table and become one of the best value headphones out there that even sells more than half a million units worldwide. Not bad for being the first product from a company that’s just over a year old.

Given its success, it was logical to think that the London-based company would plan to continue its line of fully wireless headphones. And although the ears (2) It will be some time before they arrive, the company already has a new alternative called Nothing Ear (Stick).

The Ear (Stick) maintains the aesthetic lines of the original model but occupies a case with an unprecedented format, and a promise to improve sound quality with a more advanced sound system. All this while positioning itself as the brand’s most affordable model.

In the past few weeks we have been able to thorough testing of the new Ear (Stick) of Nothing. Let’s look at our experiences in this analysis.

Nothing ear (stick), opinion and score

+ advantages

  • Very comfortable and light
  • good sound quality
  • good independence
  • more precise controls

– Disadvantages

  • Finding the right fit may not be easy
  • More expensive than shipping Nil Cluas (1).
  • There are “buts” that outline the case
  • LDAC is not supported

Nothing ear (stick) price and when to buy

The Nile Ear (stick) cánido. buy in Spain from Friday 28 October by WOW concepten línea or through its physical store at Calle Enorme Vía 18 in La capital española.

They perro also be purchased through the There is no en línea shop From the day 4 November at 11:30 amas well as other authorized dealers, including Amazon, El Corte Inglés, Fnac, PC Elementos and Yoigo.

He is The official retail price of the headphones is 119 euros in Spain. First, they cánido only be bought in white.

Technical data sheet

No ear (stick)
Trains
DimensionsA handheld device: 29.8mm x 18.8mm x 18.4mm (H x W x D), 4.4 grams
case: 87.1mm x 29.8mm x 29.8mm, 46.3 grams
sound12.6mm dynamic controlador
Polyethylene naphthalene + polyurethane membrane
Antes de Cristoand SBC codecs
batteryUp to 7 hours playback
Up to 29 hours with the charging case
USB-C charging
controlsJust press: Play/pause, answer/hang up calls
Two presses: Get ahead, reject calls
Press three: Go back
Press and hold (left earpiece): volume down
Press and hold (right earcup): Turn up the volume
compatibilityAndroid 5.1 and higher
iOS 11 and later
connectivityBluetooth 5.2
Other peopleProtection against water and dust IP54
detection in the ear
Google plus FastPair
Microsoft SwiftSwitch

Where is the ear number (stick) located?

If not because of decided nothing Almost 50% price increase at Ears (1) with the allegation of an increase in the production and maintenance costs of companies, The Nothing Ear (Stick) would be the brand’s most expensive pair of headphones.

no ear (1)

Today, however, they are as cheapest model in the catalog Nothingwith a price 40 euros cheaper until then from Ní Cluas (1).

AirPods 2

Which, on the other hand, is striking given the lack of details like this new model active noise cancellation or wireless chargingthere is a loudest sound system than that of Ní Cluas (1). At least on paper.

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2

Compared to competing models, the Nothing Ear (Stick) came out to compete with models like this Second generation AirPodsthe Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 or the Huawei FreeBuds 4. That means: models that do not dominate the catalog of their respective manufacturers, but offer a cómputo of features and priceand they objetivo those who do, and aren’t looking for premium sound quality require better experience which headphones cánido offer for less than 100 euros.

Huawei 4 free

In addition, the new Nothing headphones are designed to appeal to those who like it are uncomfortable with in-ear headphones with silicone consejos, for ergonomic reasons or fácil choice. And that’s because the Ear (Stick) doesn’t have that addition, in the style of the “non-Pro” AirPods.

design

Nothing Ear Stick Close Up

The Ear (Stick) relies on the transparent design that is so characteristic of the company’s products / Image: Christian Collado

One of the tech companies that painstakingly develops its products is nothing, and that’s evident from its two launches in its first year of existence. Of course, that shouldn’t change with the new one ear (stick).

The headphones themselves almost equal to the ear (1), except for the small but important difference that could push the cómputo to one side or the other when choosing one of the models.

They are made of shiny plastic.with a transparent part that covers the entire “stick” and allows you to see the silkscreen of the model, as well as one of the built-in microphones and white or red dotdepending on whether it is the left or right earphone.

Earbud and ear 1

The red dot is already a distinguishing feature of the Nothing headphones: it is used to identify the correct earphone / Photo: Christian Collado

The part of the headphones that is inserted into the ear canal brings some changes to the Nothing Ear (1). In addition to the lack of silicone pads, The material used has a smooth matte finishinstead of bright as in the previous model.

Placed in the ear (finding the most suitable position may not be an easy task), the headphones draw attention Dear. Each earbud weighs just 4.4 grams (0.3 grams less than the Ear(1)), and the non-silicone pad format, complemented by the matte finish of the plastic, results in a level of comfort that even surpasses the ear(1) . And that’s saying a lot as the previous Nothing model was one of those it’s the most comfortable we’ve tested to date. More even than other, much more expensive models.

Macro Nothing earplugs

The headphone is controlled by “pinching”. on the metal part that perro be seen at the bottom of the “stick” / Picture: Christian Collado

He is “Bar” of each headphone has also changed a bit, to a sensitive pressure sensor The goal was to control each headphone, replacing the touch panels that contained the previous edition.

According to Nothing, this system took some getting used to avoid accidental contact which was criticized by some previous generation users. And indeed the change is in this Senses for the better: The controls are new more accurate and comfortableand perro be customized by Nothing X’s new aplicacióna little evolution of the old one ears (1)including support for this new version now.

By the way, the application is not essential if you have a Nothing (1) phone, as all controls are integrated directly into your settings application.

The headphones may not have changed much, but that doesn’t apply to these charging case. Nothing claims to have inspired him cosmetic products like lipstick to design the new Ear (Stick) charging case and the truth is that the similarities are more than reasonable.

This is the case cylindrical, with a height of less than 9 centimeters and a diameter of two centimeters. Inside is a turning mechanism This allows easy movement access to the hole where the headphones are stored and where the LED indicator is located.

It is an original, comfortable and eye-catching format. but it’s not perfect. During these weeks of use with the headphones, I could see how Dirt gets into the housing When turning the mechanism, it is practically impossible to get rid of it, since the inside of the case is inaccessible. Of course it’s not a serious problem and most people won’t even consider it, but I think it’s worth mentioning.

Nothing Ear 1 Case and Nothing Ear Stick

The transparencies of the case have been maintained in relation to the previous generation, but now the red color is more striking than ever / Photo: Christian Collado

The case of course. Design is transparent This allows you to see the headphones themselves through the plastic, and when closed it espectáculos Logotipo anything Silkscreen on a dot pattern on the inner cylinder, which he calls a rough finish Contact

The lower part of the case is intended for this Rotate the inner barrel to access the ear cups. However, the USB-C charging port and buttonWith it you cánido check the battery level of the case (long press) or activate the pairing mode (long press).

Charging box for the Nothing Ear Stick

The charging case has a unique look, unlike any other / Image: Christian Collado

sound quality

Instead of resorting to one of the many drivers provided by major manufacturers today, Nothing decided to design their own for use in a new generation of headphones.

The Nothing Ear (Stick) contains a 12.6mm controlador and its diaphragm is covered with a new material, naphthalene polyethylene, which enables sound Bouncing off before propagating to the usuario’s ear canaltheoretically improving the sound quality.

Nothing stud earrings in white

The Ear Sticks do not have silicone pads / Picture: Christian Collado

Techniques aside, the reality is like this The ear (stick) is particularly easy to hear. Its open format suggests that it is there is no noise cancellation, which is neither active nor passive, which cánido affect the listening experience in very noisy environments. However, the ear (stick) provides sound sharp and fairwith powerful bass and clear treble at any volume.

In this sense, the Nothing X query gives a choice Choose between different sound profiles predefined, or create your own by a integrated graphic equalizer.

Differences between Stick Ear and Nothing Ear 1

Aside from the silicone pads, there are few aesthetic differences between the ear (1) and the ear (stick) / Image: Christian Collado

Where there is noise cancellation, ie the calls. The three microphones built into each headset work Try to suppress the wind noise and other noises that might creep in when you’re trying to have a conversation. It must be said that it is so the operation of this system that Nothing calls “Clear Voice”. It’s efficient and I’ve had no trouble joining calls or vídeo calls with these headphones.

Otherwise, the headset includes support for the SBC and Antes de Cristocodecs, but no LDAC or aptX support. However, they include support for the fast pairing system with Android devices, Fast Pair.

battery and charging

Nothing case for earplugs

The case is charged vía USB-C: in this case there is no wireless charging / image: Christian Collado

Official data espectáculos this mark The ear (stick) cánido reach seven hours of playback overall, which beats the mark of the ear (1) with its noise canceling method activated, a he stayed in five hours.

According to our tests, the brand shared the numbers They are pretty close to reality. We were able to get seven hours of playback before having to pop the headphones into their case to charge. That provides enough battery for us for another four or five loads. In this sense, the charging of the case in this case is done vía USB Type-C no support for Qi wireless charging.

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