Nothing OS 4.0 With Android 16: What Will Be New To Your Phones? Check Features, Eligible Phones, And More

Nothing is expected to begin the roll-out of its Nothing OS 4.0 beta version soon to let users try out the new features in the early phase before the final release. Here is what it will get.

Edited By: Divya | Published By: Divya | Published: Sep 18, 2025, 04:44 PM (IST)

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Nothing users who are eagerly waiting for the next major update can relax, as the Nothing OS 4.0 is set to be released soon. Nothing has announced that its next big update, Nothing OS 4.0, built on Android 16, will go under the beta phase soon, which means some users will get early access before the stable release.  news Also Read: Best Smartphones Under Rs 25,000 To Buy Now: Big Battery, 50MP Cameras, More

It is worth noting that a closed beta was already tested on the Nothing Phone 3 last month, and with this new announcement, the company appears to be on track for the September timeline. So, what does the Nothing OS 4.0 bring to the table? From upcoming features to eligible devices, here is everything that you need to know about the Nothing OS 4.0. news Also Read: 7 Best Value-For-Money Smartphones Under Rs 40,000: 50MP Cameras, AMOLED Displays, And More

Nothing OS 4.0: What’s New In The update

So, what exactly is changing with Nothing OS 4.0? Here’s a quick look at the main updates with the OS 4.0:

Design makeover: The leaks suggest that it may have a new design with reimagined lock screen clocks, a cleaner Quick Settings panel, and pill-shaped toggles. A new widget for to-do lists is also coming.

Extra Dark Mode: A smarter and deeper version of dark mode, aimed at reducing eye strain and saving more battery.

Pop-up View: Now you can keep two floating app icons for faster switching and smoother multitasking.

Camera tweaks: Creative presets, new layouts, and better controls in the Camera and Gallery apps.

AI Dashboard: A new way to keep track of AI usage with status hints and privacy controls, so you know exactly how it’s working in the background.

Other changes: Faster lock screen, stronger Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, clearer brightness controls, and quicker Bluetooth recording access.

Who Will Get Nothing OS 4.0?

If you are excited, know that not every device will be eligible. The first-ever smartphone by the London-based company, the Nothing Phone 1, won’t be updated anymore, as its support cycle has ended. But here are the phones that will get it:

  • Nothing Phone 2
  • Nothing Phone 3
  • Nothing Phone 2a and 2a Plus
  • Nothing Phone 3a and 3a Pro
  • CMF Phone 1
  • CMF Phone 2 Pro