Phone (3a) 3D Model | .glb

Derren · 2025-03-26T11:29:18+00:00

I'm so excited to hear the news that Nothing are doing another community edition project for Phone (3a) this time with a few interesting twists in the format. Last year the community edition project for Phone (2a) Plus brought the community together in a way that i've never seen before, and we witnessed some amazing submissions for all the different stages. To assist with the hardware design stage i shared some instructions on how to download a Phone (2a) 3D model from the nothing.tech website, and this time around the process is the same for Phone (3a). While there are some limitations to this 3D model, it's a great starting point - especially for those who want to portray their idea in 3D, but don't have the knowledge or experience in 3D modelling. To download the model, you can either see the direct link at the bottom of the page, or to learn how i did it follow these instructions - head on over to Phone (3a)'s product page on [nothing.tech](https://nothing.tech/pages/phone-3a), and use inspect where the 3D preview is (this will work for each of the colours) ![](https://s3-nothing-prod.s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/2025-03-25/1742939414-250667-screenshot-2025-03-25-at-214941.png "banner") You will then want to navigate to the shopify URL with the .glb extension in the code, this should initiate a download of a glb file. ![](https://s3-nothing-prod.s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/2025-03-25/1742939561-883335-screenshot-2025-03-25-at-215210.png "banner") glb is a common 3D file type compatible with many different pieces of software, but in this example i will be using Blender - one of the most popular and also free options in the 3D space. Import the file using the below steps. [upl-image-preview uuid=a867c1c6-862b-4515-a0dd-a4e2589af5bc url=https://s3-nothing-prod.s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/2025-03-25/1742939921-149973-screenshot-2025-03-25-at-215441.png alt={TEXT?}] ![](https://s3-nothing-prod.s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/2025-03-25/1742939963-296205-screenshot-2025-03-25-at-215749.png "banner") As mentioned previously, this model does come with some limitations. You will not have full control of the actual back design itself since this is just an image. One way to get around this is to re-model the back details or load the image into something like photoshop. You can however change other elements such as the frame, buttons, screen, glass, sim tray (and more). Here is a very quick example i created just in the space of a few minutes, which includes a recycled plastic frame and a red Essential Key. ![](https://s3-nothing-prod.s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/2025-03-25/1742942794-856604-3a-model-example.png "banner") You may need to watch a few tutorials or read a few articles at this point if you're not familiar with how to add/remove/edit/create materials, but great results can be achieved very quickly with the right drive and vision. it's a great opportunity to test different materials, colours and finishes, and with some great lighting to top it off, some potentially incredible renders to be made. [Direct link to file](https://cdn.shopify.com/3d/models/ea60fedde541bbf8/compressed_1741952446640_Arcanine_White.glb) - Phone (3a) White Happy designing! please feel free to ask some questions and i will try my best to help.

SixSevenLev

Is there a model for the regular Phone 3?

OtisHodge

Hi, I don’t suppose anyone has a model for the Phone (3a) Pro? Nothing have updated their website and wayback machine isn’t working. Thanks 🙂

PREET AJMERI

Derren Hi sir, I just imported this model into Blender and it looks incredible. I’m so inspired—I want to create something like this myself. The minor details you’ve illustrated are just stunning. I was adding some colors to it, and I’d love to hear your tips and tricks for making it look even better. Learning from you feels unbelievable.

AtharvaYadav

Derren Hi Derren,

I had a quick question regarding the 3D model available on Nothing’s product page.

Is it allowed to use it for personal projects such as practicing renders or creating visuals? Additionally, can it be used in YouTube content or shared on social media?

I’d appreciate any clarification on this. Thank you!

Derren

AtharvaYadav

Hey 👋

Many community members have made use of these models with no issues. I would suspect that it’s ok providing that it’s not for monetary purposes and it’s purely to convey an idea.

AtharvaYadav

Derren thanks for letting me know!!

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