#Nothing OS improvements

Nothing’s CEO Carl Pei has confirmed that Nothing OS 4.0, based on Android 16, will be released this autumn, between September and November 2025, with the Nothing Phone 3 being the first to receive the update . Key Features of Nothing OS 4.0: AI-driven enhancements: Contextual UI suggestions, smarter interactions, and performance improvements powered by integrated AI . Long-term support: Nothing continues its promise of five years of OS upgrades and seven years of security patches . Beta & Rollout Details: An open beta will begin ahead of the stable release, mirroring the Nothing OS 3 launch from last year. Nothing is speeding up its software cycle, aiming to release the Android 16-based update before September ends, a marked acceleration compared to its previous Android 15 rollout . The update intends to activate the full potential of the Glyph Matrix on Phone 3 and position Nothing among the early adopters of Android 16 updates, competing more closely with major OEMs. For owners of Nothing Phone 3, this update promises a smarter, more interactive experience, spotlighting the company’s commitment to design, longevity, and community-driven innovation. We will finally see the reveal of the Nothing phone (1). Read more in our articles including "Nothing Confirms Nothing OS 4.0 Rollout, Starting with Phone 3" and "Nothing ‘phone (1)’ launch set on July 12".