Nothing has quietly rolled out its latest $99 smartwatch, the CMF Watch 3 Pro, pushing its budget-focused sub‑brand further into fitness territory. On the surface, it resembles last year’s model, but this time Nothing ditched the swappable bezels for a sleeker 1.43‑inch AMOLED screen with thinner borders—offering more display real estate without inflating the size.
Inside, performance gets a noticeable boost. A new four‑channel heart‑rate sensor promises better accuracy, while dual‑band GPS claims to lock onto your route faster and keep it steady, even when you’re deep in a run or hiking. There’s now support for 131 sports modes—up from 120—accompanied by AI‑driven coaching and richer workout summaries that aim to turn post‑exercise data into actionable insights.
Battery life? Nothing estimates up to 13 days of typical use, a solid two‑day gain over the previous model. Of course, pushing heart‑rate monitoring, intensive GPS, or keeping the always‑on display active will chip away at that estimate. But for most users, a near‑two‑week runtime is impressive for a sub‑$100 device.
On the software side, Nothing has waved goodbye to Wear OS and embraced its own RTOS to keep things lightweight. That’s where the surprise addition comes in: integrated ChatGPT. You can now fire off natural‑language voice prompts, set reminders, get instant facts, or take quick voice notes that auto‑transcribe. There’s even a daily news digest in the mix. Call quality sees a bump too, thanks to an extra mic for clearer audio.
Management happens through the revamped Nothing X app, which now supports Strava, Apple Health, and Google Health Connect. Worth noting though: the naming shift from “Watch Pro 2” to “Watch 3 Pro” feels a bit awkward and inconsistent—but the features mostly speak for themselves.
At $99, the CMF Watch 3 Pro leans hard into fitness utility and value. It may not have the polish of flagship devices, but it delivers upgrades that matter—especially for casual fitness explorers who want smart features without breaking the bank.