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News18
01-08-2025
- News18
Nothing Phone 3 Android 16 Update Timeline Revealed By The Company
Nothing OS 4 release will bring Android 16 update for the Phone 2 and other users and the company has shared more details this week. Nothing Phone 3 was unveiled earlier this week with a price tag in India that made people check it twice. The company also introduced its first over-ear headphones at the event in London. The Phone 3 comes with Nothing OS 3.0 version out of the box but the brand shared some exciting news for Nothing Phone users about the Android 16 update for their devices. The new version seems to be already in the works and the company has given a clear timeline for the Nothing OS 4.0 release in the next few months. Nothing OS 4.0 Update: When Does It Release? Nothing CEO Carl Pei on the sidelines of the launch event this week confirmed that the Nothing OS 4.0 version based on Android 16 will be coming 'later this autumn' which ideally suggests somewhere around September-October. Google has already rolled out the stable Android 16 version in June and is expected to launch with the Pixel 10 series, which could be announced as early as August. So having Android 16 AOSP in their wing means brands like Nothing can start work on their one version, and it would be interesting to see if it can meet its claimed timeline. Nothing Phone 3 is highly expected to be the first device from the brand to get the Nothing OS 4.0 update, especially when the company is offering 5 OS upgrades for the flagship device. People using the Phone 2, Phone 3a and the CMF Phones will be eager to see how quickly the company can offer the Android 16 update for their devices and we are hoping that happens by early next year. Android 16 has a lot of new features and changes with the interface that will be available later this year. Nothing could customise the Android 16 OS version for its devices and integrate all the new privacy and security features. Nothing Phone 3 has launched in India priced at Rs 79,999. It gets a 6.7-inch AMOLED display, powered by Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 chipset and packs a 5,500mAh battery with 65W charging support for the Indian variant. view comments First Published: July 04, 2025, 08:15 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
GSM Arena
30-07-2025
- GSM Arena
Nothing Phone (3) Android 16 beta recruitment starts
Vlad, 30 July 2025 If you have a Nothing Phone (3), you know it runs Android 15, even though Google has already released Android 16. Now, the company is looking for volunteers to enroll in a closed beta of Nothing OS 4.0 based on Android 16 for the Phone (3). Nothing Phone (3) 5G 256GB 12GB RAM $ 799.00 $ 799.00 512GB 16GB RAM $ 799.00 The initial build will focus on "delivering Android 16's native features as well as implementing a more robust design system which will set the foundation for a more cohesive UI moving forward", Nothing says in its announcement. Since this is an early beta build, do keep in mind that bugs are inevitable, issues will occur, and things might break. If that's not a problem for you, then you can sign up to be part of the closed beta stage at this link. Note that you have to enroll by the end of this week (specifically, 5 PM London time on Sunday). If you are chosen to participate, you'll receive detailed instructions via email, which will arrive next week. Nothing says you should only apply if you use your Phone (3) daily, are willing to give regular feedback to its team, will maintain "high standards of information security", and understand all the risks associated with using beta software. Nothing plans to release the first public beta of Nothing OS 4.0 based on Android 16 for the Phone (3) in September. If you're interested in learning more about the company's first flagship smartphone, don't miss our in-depth written review, or take a look at our video review above. Source
GSM Arena
30-07-2025
- GSM Arena
Nothing Phone (3) Android 16 beta recruitment starts
If you have a Nothing Phone (3), you know it runs Android 15, even though Google has already released Android 16. Now, the company is looking for volunteers to enroll in a closed beta of Nothing OS 4.0 based on Android 16 for the Phone (3). Nothing Phone (3) 5G The initial build will focus on "delivering Android 16's native features as well as implementing a more robust design system which will set the foundation for a more cohesive UI moving forward", Nothing says in its announcement. Since this is an early beta build, do keep in mind that bugs are inevitable, issues will occur, and things might break. If that's not a problem for you, then you can sign up to be part of the closed beta stage at this link. Note that you have to enroll by the end of this week (specifically, 5 PM London time on Sunday). If you are chosen to participate, you'll receive detailed instructions via email, which will arrive next week. Nothing says you should only apply if you use your Phone (3) daily, are willing to give regular feedback to its team, will maintain "high standards of information security", and understand all the risks associated with using beta software. Nothing plans to release the first public beta of Nothing OS 4.0 based on Android 16 for the Phone (3) in September. If you're interested in learning more about the company's first flagship smartphone, don't miss our in-depth written review, or take a look at our video review above. Source
Android Authority
30-07-2025
- Android Authority
Want Android 16 on your Phone 3? Nothing is rolling out a closed beta
Ryan Haines / Android Authority TL;DR Nothing is inviting Phone 3 owners to join a closed beta of its Android 16 skin. Phone 3 users can sign up to participate in the closed beta until 12:00 PM ET on August 3, 2025. The company plans to release an open beta in September. Google released the stable Android 16 update to Pixel devices last month. During the launch of the Phone 3, Nothing CEO Carl Pei confirmed that Nothing OS 4.0, based on Android 16, would come to the handset sometime in Q3. This means it should arrive sometime before the end of September. But if you want to get an early taste of the update, you can now sign up for a closed beta. On its community page, Nothing announced that it is inviting Phone 3 owners to join the first closed beta build of Nothing OS 4.0. The company mentions that the build will deliver Android 16's native features and robust design system, 'which will set the foundation for a more cohesive UI moving forward.' As this is a beta, there's always a chance that you could run into bugs. So you should only join the beta if you're prepared for that possibility. Nothing warns: This build of Android 16 is still in an early stage of development and some features might be missing or not working. It is recommended that you back up your device regularly during the trial. More disclaimers can be found in the sign-up form. If you're interested in being a part of the closed beta, the company says you'll need to fill out its form before 5:00pm BST (12:00PM ET) on August 3, 2025. Those who have been chosen to participate in the program should receive an email within one week with further instructions. Nothing adds that you should only sign up if you meet the following criteria: You own a Phone (3) and use it daily You are willing to give regular feedback to the team You maintain high standards of information security You understand that Beta software can be unstable and are prepared for the possibility that some features may not work as expected You are prepared to participate from August 2025 – early September. For those who miss out on this closed beta, the phone maker says it will run an open beta in September. Of course, you can always wait for the stable version as well. When Nothing OS 4.0 finally rolls out, it should come to the Phone 3 first, with it landing on the company's older devices not long after. Follow
