India, Dec. 5 -- Nothing Phone 3a Lite is here to prove that the budget segment doesn't have to be boring. With its signature transparent back, single-dot Glyph light and a sprinkle of AI features, it feels more like a statement piece than just another mid-range phone at Rs.20,999. I've been using it as my primary device for two weeks now, and it has surprised me in more ways than one. But I do have complaints too, so let's talk about everything this phone gets right and where it clearly cuts corners.

One of the most impressive traits of the Nothing Phone 3a Lite is its impressive design and build quality. In the segment where all other brands are offering uninspired designs and a plastic back, this phone looks premium from all angles. T...