Nothing Phone (1) Real-World Test (Camera Comparison, Battery Test, & Vlog)

I took the Nothing Phone 1 for a day going under, through, and even above Grand Central Terminal in NYC to test the camera, battery, and determine if the Glyph lights are just a gimmick. Come see how it did (& learn about a big mistake made while building the largest train station in the world 😳)
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The best tech KZbinr ever!

[@TheUnlockr]

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[@swayamsidhmohanty6153]

@@TheUnlockr do you think you would able to make long term reviews of popular makes ?

[@lawrencelord9777]

I’m only 4 mins in and the amount of historical data he has shared is blowing my mind

[@JeremyDeBose]

*nods in agreement* constantly watching videos of tech I’m not even interested in or that I already own…just for the experience and history tour. Ok and for the interruptions at the end 😂

[@shivaaynamah6612]

Reviews with history and tour is literally an amazing initiative for phone's real test. I had never imagined that unboxing could be in this way too. Really impressed

[@TheUnlockr]

Thank you!

[@rodri_rebag5]

Totally forgot I was watching a phone review, as I got lost in your narration and the wonderful shots and history of the city. This was beyond incredible!

[@michaelwillever3522]

Really enjoyed this mix of history and tech. Two of my favorite things. More of this please.

[@LTEAndroid]

Just discovered your page, love how you tie in history of landmarks while testing smartphone cameras for your reviews. Instant subscriber!

[@jackneri9]

great vid. first one I've ever seen by you. love how you talked about what's around you and balanced it perfectly with talking about the phone

[@iant93893]

Please do more videos like this! I'm loving the history lessons mixed in!

[@devanshudodiya]

amazing video , only saw a few practical day in a life reviews of tech but this is definitely of the better ones.

[@QUARTERMASTEREMI6]

You’re definitely my absolute favourite tech reviewer out there! The history and sense of adventure you give are second to none! ☺️ Also, that light up back panel reminds me of your old iPhone videos from back then! 😉

[@TheUnlockr]

Thank you so much!!

[@rahuljayachandran4128]

Such a lovely video.I simply love your narration and vlogging style.Keep up the good work.

[@TheUnlockr]

Thank you!!

[@arkantochiron]

Lovely, comprehensive review as always, and the in-depth account of the grand central station was awesome.

[@TheUnlockr]

So glad you enjoyed it!

[@perop6788]

I do really enjoy the format of your videos and reviews of phones, love it!

[@TheUnlockr]

Thank you!!

[@_observado]

Your style of video is so enjoyable to watch and it's quite helpful I got a phone based on one

[@DarrelJohnson]

Great video! I love your channel and the way you weave historical background into things. Keep up the great work!

[@TheUnlockr]

🙏🙏🙏

[@angelolewis419]

Best video I've seen by you! Love the ny history lesson 👍🏽👍🏽

[@luisbispo4139]

Nice Vlog. Thanks for bring us a bit of history from NYC. It’s just me or the IPhone SE 2022 photos still impress me, for the range price. Amazing.

[@ahmedaziz9680]

whenever a new phone comes.. I always look for your review about it.. thank you for your effort

[@TheUnlockr]

Thank you for watching these!

[@KG-ie5le]

Another great video, loved the tour.

[@TheUnlockr]

Thank you for watching it!

[@gravedig1990]

Great video!!! Love hearing about the history!! The photos from the NP1 look really good

[@TheUnlockr]

Thank you!

[@Biking_with_Akiva]

This was great I learn something new everytime 🤙🏾💯

[@TheUnlockr]

Thank you for watching all of these if you do! Means a lot!

[@jepoybengco]

Great Vlog/Review of Nothing Phone 1

[@TheUnlockr]

Thank you!

[@kevinkelly9509]

Awesome video as usual 😎 👊🏻

[@lordwiz6653]

I loved your review and this is a first of kind video where you covered a history about a place with a unique way of covering a phone in details . Was really helpful and loved it and subbed it .thank you . Lot of love from India .keep making em video's. 🥳❤️🌟✨

[@lancewendellalmendra3774]

Was just browsing for Nothing Phone 1 reviews and I stumbled upon your video. This is probably the best review of the NP1 yet. Not only do you feature the phone, you also provide history and facts for us to be intrigued. Cool content sir! Respect 🙌

[@paoj]

I've been a subscriber for a bit now and this new format is fire. NYC is one my of my favorite cities in the world so to see it in your videos and have the video have kind of a local vibe throughout is awesome. I would love to eventually see maybe one in other cities like Tokyo or something but there's a ton to see in New York City so no complaints. Yeah, I know it's a tech review video, and great video there too showing up the abilities of the phone... but on the Nothing Phone itself? ... uhhm. No.

[@Kay_Emm_]

I wouldn’t complain if Nothing made more of a flagship phone next - I love the general ethos of the company, and I can see them doing great things!

[@jh38949]

i love it whenever he brings us on a tour!

[@TheUnlockr]

Thanks for coming on the tour!

[@drewlipps]

Using the Nothing Phone 1 in the US also, I use the glyph interface daily. I am hoping they bring an update to allow you to select which specific apps use glyph versus just all notifications. I find myself picking up the phone way more because of this which isn't great (when I remember to put it screen down also). Battery for me has been better by 1-2 hrs in comparison to the 6a. Also performance wise, consistent 5G connectivity, etc. all significantly better than the 6a in my use.

[@user-fb9sm7nn2x]

How do you compare the charging time with the 6a ?

[@drewlipps]

@@user-fb9sm7nn2x way faster 45w brick

[@abhigyandutta5210]

Your real life tests are awesome

[@TheUnlockr]

Thank you!

[@i_boerni5814]

Love the outtakes 😁🤓. Thanks for the great real world tests. Haven't bought a phone without watching one. 👍

[@TheUnlockr]

Appreciate that thank you!

[@deanthompson4381]

Thank you, David, for another real-world test and history lesson. It will be interesting to see where Nothing Company goes from here. NYC always amazes me. My best to your family and your studio mates.

[@rahdidntask9683]

Now its better

[@23ELSANCHO]

Good video!! Thoroughly enjoyed it

[@TheUnlockr]

Thank you for watching!

[@javezkeith2537]

Respect for filming in Grand Central Terminal which has to be really busy and noisy. The history lesson was superb again and I loved the still pictures of the park.

[@Dark-hr3rs]

I make time to watch your reviews, they are so unique its almost an event

[@TheUnlockr]

🙏🙏🙏

[@ulisebalbuena]

Amazing as always, a hope i can visit ny one day! Cheers from Argentina

[@Sk8Spitia]

I think this is your best video review., ✌

[@UFCfighter007]

Now this what we call it a perfect review of the phone especially in term of camera quality 🔥

[@mylespower3309]

I enjoy your 'explore' videos. I feel like I am on holiday.

[@askdhuwuw]

Thanks for this detailed review. I think I'll be getting one

[@TheUnlockr]

Thanks for watching and glad it could help you with your decision!

[@gerarddonohoe5806]

Awesome video,the time & effort you put into these videos is hugely appreciated.. The camera & video quality on the phone looks a bit 🫤meh!

[@TheUnlockr]

They take FOREVER lol but thank you so much for watching!

[@gerarddonohoe5806]

@@TheUnlockr I can only imagine how many deep breath’s you must take followed by a slow count to ten before you can continue.. so much patience…

[@SilentAce0777]

You've really stepped up your quality to a level that really needs to be recognized. I would watch this just for the history lessons. Awesome job. Also, does the video from the nothing phone seem jittery/stuttering to anyone else?

[@TheUnlockr]

Appreciate that 👊 And yes it's jittery lol

[@lordwiz6653]

Ya kinda jittery . At 4:17 was there a fluctuation !?

[@ajm_22]

I really love ur style of videos. I watch ur videos more for the history and travel places than the phone reviews.✌️ Not saying that ur reviews are bad, but the vloging is awesomer. Always has the nice balance between culture and reviewing. Always love ur videos man👍

[@TheUnlockr]

Thank you means a lot when you watch regardless of the device!

[@mariogrifus8020]

Hello from italy milan, my best and favorite youtuber of tech...but this phone wil be great under my xmas tree on december

[@TheUnlockr]

Thank you!

[@ramansharif2765]

Loved your video

[@youtubecommentator5978]

That intro dude.. so cool

[@TrevBec]

Fascinating video. Loved hearing some of the history of NY.

[@TheUnlockr]

Thank you!

[@bacriloo]

Très sympa cette vidéo qui associe tourisme culturel et test de produits high-tech. 😎

[@traynor1987]

Every year I get the fold based on your day in the life fold 4 video yet this year I seem to have got the behind before the video 🤣

[@peterzacho6481]

Great work again 👏

[@TheUnlockr]

Thank you!

[@hojomo]

Perfect! You end at the point where you can maybe start another one, OneDay - in an INACTIVE Rail Station (cos Railroads and mobiles are my thing 😉). Meanwhile, I wanted a Nothing One (badly) but only from soaking up the hype. Really wanted You & Michael to do your stuff first. You proved here that the audio+visual recording is not high enough quality for SocialMedia, but at £400, what do we expect? Size was something I hadn't considered. However, your RWT story is (as always) superb! Perfectly framing up the performance - running out is never good, and even your other result, 10%, is not inspiring! BIG Thank You for this one - more please!! 😊

[@robertjohnvenigastomas2945]

There are times we would consider the feel. I mean the feeling it gives that's unmeasurable. Owning this phone aside with my iPhone 11 this feels better and much more confident to standout the crowd

[@TheStreetMechanik]

I was able to snag the phone and I must say I do like this phone even though it's only defining feature is the Glyph interface. I like the feel and look and I actually have use for a phone like this cause I do put my phone face down with screen protection on it of course. It might seem gimmicky but it's also useful for me especially in places where I don't want sound but still wanna know who's calling. It all works for me so and that's what matters 👍🏾.

[@Sober-demon]

Love your videos

[@TheUnlockr]

🙏🙏🙏

[@anthonyl.cawthornesr.7226]

David great review

[@TheUnlockr]

Appreciate it!

[@OreoDave]

Thanks for the extra knowledge and history.

[@TheUnlockr]

Thank you for being open to my weird format lol

[@shortie77]

Great video as always, love the history lesson, comparison with other mobiles in the price range and great editing as always.. I'll stick with my oppo for now

[@TheUnlockr]

So glad you enjoyed it!

[@akselrodriguez821]

Love the videos, loyal viewer here

[@alexandergray]

Great video just one question: does using the google camera app makes the video better compared to the standard camera app in the nothing phone? Or the improvement is just in photos?

[@Avgeek1564]

Another excellent video David, I was torn between the Nothing phone and the Pixel 6a. I opted for the Pixel mainly for the camera to be honest. Incidentally I seem to remember Bryant Park has an ice rink in the winter? I also love the Oyster bar in Grand Central. I am not sure if you have already done one, but could you please feature the Meatpacking District in one of your Real World Tests? I'm sure there is plenty of history connected to that. Keep up the good work, you deserve so many more subscribers with this type of content.

[@TheUnlockr]

It does have an ice skating rink (I've shown it in another video lol) and it's the only free one in NYC actually. I've done a couple in meatpacking actually. One that comes to mind is the Surface Laptop 4 I believe if you want to check that out! Thank you! Maybe one day we'll hit a million 🤷‍♂️

[@Avgeek1564]

@@TheUnlockr I'm sure it won't be too long!

[@Manupassero]

your videos and the stories you tell are more interesting than the products you review :D

[@TheUnlockr]

Ha means a lot when you say that so thank you! Please watch more of the series 😂🙏

[@akzeshnik]

Крутое видео и самый полный тест камеры!

[@benvanmil6761]

Informative fun and realistic, well worth watching 👀

[@TheUnlockr]

Thank you!

[@rvalentin100000]

20+ years ago, they cleaned the ceiling in Grand Central Terminal and they left a square section dirty off to one side to show how dirty it used to be. I don't live in NY anymore, do you know if that is still there? As always, love the videos!

[@socialLjetlag]

Reminds me of the old Sony Xperias when they had the lights at the bottom,I miss my Xperias J alot

[@ritankardas95]

You deserve a million subscribers 🙏

[@TheUnlockr]

Maybe one day 🙏🙏🙏

[@Taran1515]

OG' s back

[@Beefers26]

Respect to Nothing for trying something new on design but I suspect I would stop using the glyph light features pretty quickly and I don't like to have my phone sitting face down - sure to encourage nasty scratches. I love your approach to these reviews - so much more interesting than a straightforward review in a boring studio. Keep them coming!

[@BadrKhiyat]

There's a thing called screen protector ;)

[@ruftime]

Thank you! Definition of Insanity…..finding a quiet moment in NYC. Love from SoCal 😎

[@TheUnlockr]

Ha truth. My S22 Ultra video was filming in Los Feliz and also has noise bloopers at the end 😂

[@walkswithmycamera]

Great video, next tine check out the “hidden” bar on some upper level that I can’t remember where it is. I really enjoyed my visit to the Summit tower back in Feb - amazing views at sunset! (In my video on channel). Ha. Made comment before I got to the end of the video - you went !!!

[@TheUnlockr]

Ha ya the hidden bar in Grand Central that was the bar in the video, it's just much less hidden these days lol and thank you!

[@Erwin-jp3pn]

Nice video David! Love the exploring theme in your video’s. This way i get to know New York a bit better, and i'm even considering going there😊

[@TheUnlockr]

Thank you! New one for the Fold4 coming next!

[@tenet5858]

I own the nothing phone 1 here in the us. I really like the LED lights. I don't always use them but there is times where I will place my phone face down and want it to be silenced . Also it's not only about the lights , the at a glance widget is sweet with the text font and being able to move it around unlike on my pixel 6 where it's stuck in place . You can remove the Google search bar from the home screen as well . If I could say one thing is I wish it had a better camera . So far I'm getting good signal with AT&T . I get 5G and 4G . I love the camera app layout with having red and white colored font , the recorder app is also themed this way . Ringtones are very unique as well . I mostly have my phone with sound on , I don't use silent or vibrate only modes unless really needed . My co workers always trip out when hearing my ringtones or notifications lol 😂 I embrace them because they are different and match the nothing phone 1 vibe . I don't play games on this phone but I tried call of duty , it ran good enough ! This phone feels nice in the hand , has a good camera , has a alien / starwars / blade runner vibe to it and I love it . I think if your really into having the best specs on a device look elsewhere . For the price you get what you pay for , but I think you get more because of the nothing os unique touch and the benefit of the LED lights . I'm sure nothing will implement more features to make them more useful like always being able to see them go off even when using the phone . Maybe even have them lower in brightness depending on how bright it is outside or even have a option to turn them on with a dedicated button like the flashlight has . Sorry I know I can text a lot here but I really am liking this phone . Some People hate on it too, like damn why would you waste money on a phone with lights , but it's all about what excites you . Anyways have a Hood day (no typo) and thanks for reading all this ha ha to each their own .

[@lordwiz6653]

Good to hear this . You can add more experience about it. I don't mind if it helps clear my dilemma and confusion about buying this or not. Thanks.

[@cadn_742]

The glyph tech is an innovative and bold way of saying, "I was here....2022", and honestly everyone will remember that. But the real reason I would get this device is the 3 year os support and 4 year security update aspect.

[@G.Martinez916]

I was interested in the nothing phone but ended up getting flip 4. Maybe after a few more releases and upgrades i will get one

[@joshuapolite3054]

Also using it here in the US. No issues, works fine. Im really enjoying it. On T-Mobile

[@rahanrustframed1450]

Great video, great tour!! I wanted to get the nothing phone 1 but the size of the phone was an issue for me... Got the Google pixel 6a instead. Though, the pixel costs way more over here.

[@TheUnlockr]

Thank you! Oh? How much is the Pixel compared to the Nothing Phone there? And where is there? :)

[@rahanrustframed1450]

@@TheUnlockr I'm in India. The base 8/128 version of the Nothing Phone 1 costs INR 32,999 / USD 414 whereas, the pixel 6a 6/128 costs INR 43,999 / USD 552.

[@Chockster612]

Another fantastic video in the "Real World Test" series! Such a value add on your reviews showing history and places of NYC!. I kinda thought there was "Nothing" much special about the phone, however, for $500 it's well worth it for a mid-ranger. Thank you so much for what you do, I do appreciate it. Now, $3.3 million for a rug...😲

[@TheUnlockr]

Thank you! These take forever to make so I'm glad you appreciate them!

[@Chemy.]

Interesting device but it's like a work in progress and we are the beta testers. I missed a couple of your videos and and Sir, what a nice surprise to be able to enjoy history, technology and humor better than Netflix.

[@gf62196]

I like that you talk about the place you're hanging out. About the phone, I still prefer the pixel 6a

[@TheUnlockr]

Thank you for liking my weird format and same

[@Webzterr]

I like my tech with a garnish of history 🙌🏾

[@justinilagan]

The colors are ok, a little over sharpened and the stabilization is not that good. The front camera and mic sucks.

[@MegaDizz23]

How was your reception? Mine has been good with T-Mobile but any speed test is very slow. Even if it says “5G”

[@YTBrowny]

Right now for me to buy a pixel 6a from JB hi-fi in Australia is still $749 AUD, the base nothing phone is the exact same price - for me, I am coming from a pixel 5 and was looking into the pixel 7 but found they seemed to have way too many bugs and issues with the rear camera glass etc. I decided to spend some extra and get a 12gb 256gb white Nothing phone, I am hoping it arrives soon! I'm more happy to support a new brand, and am hoping they can aim for an "apple" style ecosystem, which I think Is what they're aiming for. Things that just kinda work but are different and stand out more than the norm. I'm excited to see what the future of nothing has for us all

[@brando3424]

that intro was insanely good

[@venci005]

honestly this is the phone that i’ll be using not for the blinking lights on the back of the phone but with the function and features of the phone itself. anyway, there’s a lot of historical stuff as well, here and there, but honestly enjoyed the video from start to finish. Thanks for the video today David. 👊🏼

[@TheUnlockr]

Thank you for watching!

[@imramy]

Is the microphone and camera privacy tiles in Android 12 only exclusive for Pixel and Samsung phones? Why did Nothing remove those features?

[@scoscar]

Great video, thank you. 👍Nothing phone or Samsung A53 5g in your opinion?

[@haroldalferez8735]

If you want 4k front camera and IP rating go for Samsung A53 5G then if you like Wireless Charging, build quality, and Glyph interface go for Phone 1

[@deenanadhp355]

Do another video like this with the moto edge 30

[@iguessso1790]

Hi, i have the oppo Reno4 Z and i am looking for a new phone. Do you think the nothing phone is a upgrade?

[@umpa916]

Video is always great! That phone is not even worth my comment, Team Pixel! Coffee CHECK!

[@TheUnlockr]

Ha thank you! ☕✅

[@umpa916]

@@TheUnlockr I love your real-world test vids! I get to learn about the places! Coffee Check!

[@michaellingat2636]

Ilove nothing phone super beautiful

[@Sober-demon]

I learn alot of history in a way I never expected

[@TheUnlockr]

Thank you!!

[@user-il4fe6jc7w]

Would this be a upgrade from Poco X3 pro i want to buy a new phone for about 400 dollars. Main 2 candidates are this phone and iphone se 2022 which to buy?

[@markbaker4447]

Another great video look forward to these real world tests, I actually brought this device as a back up family phone used it for a few days instead of my iPhone 13 Pro Max then my son spotted it handed me his Samsung Galaxy S22+ and said thanks dad ill have this phone instead 🙄

[@TheUnlockr]

Thank you for watching the series and ouch about your son lol

[@dhirenmehta]

Stupid off topic question, I've noticed the dinky power bank you use in some of your recent vids - which on is that?

[@mikem3614]

Just Asking What Network Did Use And How Was The Reception

[@T3CHGY007]

The feature is cool, but it truly is a gimmick! I do commend them on being truly innovative, which is rare these days!

[@BadrKhiyat]

Better lightning while shooting photos... The Glyph "gimmick" has its use :)

[@joshuapolite3054]

I've been using the phone for a week in Dallas. It's a good phone. The gimmick is fun

[@mishibeautyb6924]

Besides the lower price and the lights on the back, did not excite me all that much to want to travel across the waters and try to get my hands on it. 😀 Thanks for the review and like your real life discussion at the end…lol

[@TheUnlockr]

Thank you!

[@yamotha1141]

I see you have 5G data in nyc with the nothing phone. What plan are you using? I’ve heard there’s some connectivity issues in the us right now

[@TheUnlockr]

Haven't had any issues. Using AT&T

[@shawn86x]

Great video man been following your videos for a long time big fan 🙂 keep up the great work love the history knowledge you add to your videos and the coffee experiences ... Coffee check ✔️

[@TheUnlockr]

Thank you for continuing to watch!

[@Harshit-ox7ky]

Waiting for flip4 review! Love from india🥰