Nothing Ear (2)

Nothing’s new Ear (2) look to add some substance to a not-inconsiderable amount of style

In the words of the company itself, “Nothing is here to make tech fun again”. With its proclivity for funky, skeletal designs and some distinctive visual marketing, Nothing has certainly become a brand that’s hard to ignore. Established just three years ago, the London-based outfit has built a name for itself with the Nothing Phone and two sets of wireless earbuds: the Ear (1) and the Ear (stick).

While we were impressed with the Ear (1)’s usability, large feature set and confident sense of style, we had our reservations when it came to delivering truly great sound. So, with the Ear (2), can Nothing do something about that?

A snug fit

Comfort and style are strong areas here. At no point do we experience excess pressure or unwanted slippage during stationary wearing, and while ears come in all shapes, sizes and dimensions, Nothing’s personalised ‘Ear Tip Fit Test’ is useful for assessing how snugly the buds are nestling inside the wearer’s lugs.