Nothing OS 4.0 Release Date, Features, and Supported Devices

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It has been almost a month since the release of Android 16 for Pixel devices, but it hasn’t been released for non-Pixel devices yet. Since this year, Google has released Android 16 about three month earlier than usual, which may take some time for other brands to adjust to the new timeline.

Nothing OS 4.0 is the recently announced OS based on Android 16, which will be available for Nothing phones soon. If you’re eagerly waiting for Android 16 on your Nothing Phone, here are all the details you need to know about Nothing OS 4.0, including its release date, features, and supported devices.

During the launch of its first complete flagship phone, Nothing Phone 3, Nothing also hinted at its next OS release, Nothing OS 4.0. Apart from the tease and hint at release date no further details were disclosed during the event. However, we have gathered various leaks and expected features that we’ll discuss in this article. Let’s start with the release date.

Nothing OS 4.0 Release Date

While the exact date for the Nothing OS 4.0 release hasn’t been disclosed, Carl Pei, the founder of Nothing, mentioned during the launch that Nothing OS 4.0 will be released this Autumn and by the end of Q3. This implies that the stable Android 16-based Nothing OS 4.0 could release in September.

Since Nothing Phone 3 is the company’s first and latest true flagship phone, it will be the first to receive the Nothing OS 3 update in September. The update will later be released for other Android 16-eligible Nothing phones.

This was about the stable release, so what about beta release? Nothing phone users will get the chance to experience Nothing OS 4.0 later this month or next month through the closed beta and open beta programs. However, it’s important to note that early builds may contain minor or even major bugs. So, make sure to wait for feedback before installing the Nothing OS 4.0 beta when it becomes available.

Nothing OS 4.0 Eligible Devices

The official list of Android 16-supported Nothing phones is not yet available. However, thanks to the transparent update policy, we can easily find out which devices are confirmed to receive Nothing OS 4.0. Here’s the complete list of Android 16 eligible Nothing phones:

Nothing Phone (3)
Nothing Phone (2)
Nothing Phone (2a)
Nothing Phone (2a) Plus
Nothing Phone (3a)
Nothing Phone (3a) Pro
CMF Phone 1
CMF Phone 2 Pro

The original Nothing Phone is not eligible for the Android 16 update. Most Nothing Phones are eligible for three years of OS update, expect for the latest Nothing Phone 3, which is eligible for five years of OS updates.

Nothing OS 4.0 Features (Expected)

There is hardly any information available about Nothing OS 4.0 in terms of features. However, it will be based on Android 16, which means it will also bring some of the features from the latest Android version.

Changes to stock apps

You can expect changes and even new features to stock apps available on Nothing OS. This could include icon modification, performance boost, smoother animations, and more.

Live updates

Notification management to get interesting. Android 16 adds support for live, up to date notifications in real time. This feature could be particularly useful for apps like Uber Eats, delivery services, as it allows users to track their deliveries and receive real-time updates on their arrival time.

Grouped Notification

If there are multiple notifications from the same app, they’ll be grouped together under a single notification. This will help deal with the clutter that comes with daily life.

Security Enhancements

Just like every Android release, you can expect Android 16 and Nothing OS 4.0 to either bring new security features or overall improvements in security and privacy.

New Customization Options

You can expect more customization options in the home screen and lock screen. This includes options like new widgets, new clock style, and more.

As of now there are leaks of Nothing OS 4.0 features, so we have to wait until the information is available. Above mentioned features are from Android 16 and could make its way to Nothing OS 4.0 as well.

This wraps up everything available about the Nothing OS 4.0 including release date, supported devices, and features. If you have anything to add, feel free to let us know in the comments.

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