Nothing's over-ear headphones, the Headphone (1), have won over a self-confessed AirPods Pro devotee, despite their considerable bulk. The reviewer, who initially approached the product with scepticism, now says she is completely chained to the device after three weeks of use.
Design and Comfort
The headphones feature a square silver chrome design with glass panelling that reveals the internal mechanism, tapping into the current trend for see-through tech. They are described as incredibly comfortable, with cushioning that is 50 per cent softer than the original Headphone (1) model.
However, the reviewer notes that the headphones are bulky beyond belief, and wearing them casually around the neck can feel like donning iron shackles. Despite this, she reports that the Stockholm Syndrome is real, and she has grown attached to them.
Audio Quality and Features
The sound quality is described as undeniable. The headphones feature triple driver architecture, meaning three separate internal speakers, along with 10 microphones aiding noise cancellation. They also include studio-grade tuning from Metropolis Studios and added bass control.
The reviewer says she is hearing songs she has listened to for 10 years as if they are entirely new, leading her to abandon her dislike for over-ear headphones and her loyalty to AirPods.
Practical Considerations
Despite her enthusiasm, the sheer weight of the headphones means she still keeps her AirPods close for events where she does not want to carry the bulky device and its case. The Nothing Headphone (1) is priced at £349 and available at Nothing.tech.com.
