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Nothing OS 4.0 update is based on Android 16 and the company is bringing the new version for its flagship model this month
Nothing OS 4.0 is based on Android 16 and coming to its flagship model for now
Nothing OS 4.0 update is now rolling out for all users who have the latest Phone 3 model from the company. The Android 16-based version has been in the beta phase over the last few weeks and the public release means Phone 3 users get first dibs on the stable roll out.
The other Phone models are likely to get the Nothing OS 4.0 update over the next few months. The company has also been teasing the new look of the Android 16 version and the full roll out gives us more details about these upgrades and overall improvements.
Nothing OS 4.0 Update: What You Get
The Nothing OS 4.0 update has a detailed and quite an elaborate change log which takes you through the feature list and changes. There are Glyph related features which makes use of the tiny screen at the back.
Live Updates deliver real-time ride, delivery, and timer information directly to your screen and the Glyph Interface, unifying lock-screen, notification, and light-based cues so you can track progress instantly without opening an app.
Any app that supports Android 16’s Live Updates feature will now start supporting Nothing’s Glyph Progress feature. This means Nothing can support far more apps than before.
A refined Extra Dark Mode deepens blacks, improves contrast, and reduces power use across the system. It brings a calmer, more focused look to Notifications, Quick Settings, and the App Drawer, enhancing both comfort and visibility in low light. It now extends to first-party apps like Essential Space and Launcher, with wider integration to follow.
Nothing OS 4.0 enhances how the system feels in motion. Every touch, swipe, and gesture now responds with more depth and tactility.
Haptic Feedback at Volume Limits – When adjusting the volume, subtle haptic feedback now appears at the maximum and minimum points. It gives you an immediate, physical response, even when you are not looking at the screen.
App Open and Close Animations – Opening and closing apps now feels smoother and more immersive. The home screen background gently scales in or out, creating a sense of depth and connection that makes every transition feel alive.
Improved Notification Interactions – Each movement carries a subtle sense of weight and rebound, creating a smooth, responsive flow throughout the interface.
More Widget Sizes – Design your home screen your way. New 1×1 and 2×1 layouts for Weather, Pedometer and Screen Time let you build a balanced setup that surfaces what matters most while keeping the space minimal.
Pop-up View – You can now open two floating apps at once and switch between them with simple gestures. Swipe up from the bottom to minimize or pull down to expand to full screen.
Hidden Icons – Keep your layout clean and personal. You can hide any app from your App Drawer while keeping access just a swipe away. It is an easy way to simplify your home screen and create a setup that reflects your style.
Nothing is trying to make the Glyph more functional which it had promised earlier. But there are some nice UI changes in force that should appeal to the users. There is a new extra dark mode as well which deepens the blacks and increases the contrast which the company says improves the battery life further.
Nothing OS 4.0 Update: How To Install
Nothing Phone 3 users can head over their device settings and install the Android 16 update with these steps:
- Go to Settings
- Scroll down to System
- Check for Nothing OS 4.0 stable update
- Download and install the new version
- Restart the device to get the Nothing OS 4.0 update
Nothing Phone 2a, 3a and CMF Phone models should be getting the Android 16 update soon as well.
S Aadeetya, Special Correspondent at News18 Tech, accidentally got into journalism 10 years ago, and since then, has been part of established media houses covering the latest trends in technology and helping fr…Read More
S Aadeetya, Special Correspondent at News18 Tech, accidentally got into journalism 10 years ago, and since then, has been part of established media houses covering the latest trends in technology and helping fr… Read More
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November 24, 2025, 11:23 IST
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