Nothing Is Making the "Mini" Phone That Apple Abandoned in 2021, and It Costs Less Than $320

Nothing, the tech startup known for unconventional designs, is developing a compact phone codenamed *Phone (4b)*, according to leaked benchmarks and reports. The device aims to fill the niche left by Apple’s discontinued mini iPhone, positioning itself as a budget-friendly alternative under $320. Coverage highlights its potential to disrupt the market with a form factor Apple abandoned five years ago, though details on specs remain scarce beyond Geekbench leaks.

Tech outlets including *Gadget Flow*, *PhoneArena*, and *GSMArena* are focusing on the phone’s timing, branding, and potential appeal to cost-conscious consumers. *The Verge* notes Nothing’s shift in focus, canceling its upcoming *CMF* phone due to rising RAM costs—a move that may accelerate the *Phone (4b)*’s development. Early speculation centers on whether Nothing can execute a viable mini-phone strategy without Apple’s brand weight or supply-chain advantages. Watch for official announcements on specs, pricing, and launch timing, as well as reactions from competitors like Google and Samsung.

If Nothing succeeds, it could revive demand for compact phones; if not, the experiment may underscore the challenges of reviving a dormant category. Coverage does not yet specify whether the phone will feature modular or premium design elements signature to Nothing’s brand.