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{{Short description|User interface for Nothing Android devices}}
'''Nothing OS''' is a [[user interface]] (UI) developed by [[Nothing (company)|Nothing Technology Limited]] for [[Android (operating system)|Android]] devices from 2022 running [[Android 12]] and later. It is exclusively made for [[Nothing (company)|Nothing]] and [[CMF (brand)|CMF]] phones.{{Citation needed|date=March 2025}}
{{notability|product|date=March 2025}}
{{Infobox OS
| name = NothingOS
| logo = Nothing.svg
| screenshot = Nothing phone (2a).jpg
| caption = NothingOS 3.0 running on [[Nothing Phone 2a|Phone 2a]].
| version of = [[Android (operating system)|Android]]
| developer = [[Nothing (company)|Nothing Technology Limited]]
| programmed in = [[Java (programming language)|Java]]
| source model = [[Closed-source]]
| released = {{Start date and age|2022|07|12}}
| GA date = {{Start date and age|2022|07|21}}
| latest release version = NothingOS 3.0, [[Android 15]] based
| latest release date = {{Start date and age|2024|12|18}}
| update model = [[Over-the-air update|Over-the-air]]
| ui = [[Graphical user interface|Graphical]]
| license = [[Proprietary software|Proprietary]]
| website = {{URL|https://in.nothing.tech/pages/nothing-os-3}}
| tagline = Pure Instinct
}}
 
'''NothingOS''' is a [[user interface]] (UI) developed by [[Nothing (company)|Nothing Technology Limited]] for [[Android (operating system)|Android]] devices from 2022 running [[Android 12]] and later. It aims to make experience minimal by using dark colored icons on apps, even on those apps which does not support icon packs{{Citation needed|date=March 2025}}. It is exclusively made for [[Nothing (company)|Nothing]] and [[CMF (brand)|CMF]] phones.{{Citation needed|date=March 2025}}


This skin was first developed for [[Nothing Phone 1|Phone (1)]].<ref name="Phone (1) Announcement2">{{cite press release |title=Nothing phone (1) Coming Summer 2022 |date=March 23, 2022 |publisher=Nothing Technology Limited |url=https://us.nothing.tech/blogs/news/nothing-phone-1-coming-summer-2022 |access-date=24 March 2022 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230118143237/https://us.nothing.tech/blogs/news/nothing-phone-1-coming-summer-2022 |archive-date=18 January 2023}}</ref>
This skin was first developed for [[Nothing Phone 1|Phone (1)]].<ref name="Phone (1) Announcement2">{{cite press release |title=Nothing phone (1) Coming Summer 2022 |date=March 23, 2022 |publisher=Nothing Technology Limited |url=https://us.nothing.tech/blogs/news/nothing-phone-1-coming-summer-2022 |access-date=24 March 2022 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230118143237/https://us.nothing.tech/blogs/news/nothing-phone-1-coming-summer-2022 |archive-date=18 January 2023}}</ref>
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=== Nothing OS 1.0 ===
=== Nothing OS 1.0 ===
On 23 March 2022 during Nothing's keynote speech on their first smartphone, Nothing announced their Android-based operating system, Nothing OS.<ref name="Phone (1) Announcement">{{cite press release |title=Nothing phone (1) Coming Summer 2022 |date=March 23, 2022 |publisher=Nothing Technology Limited |url=https://us.nothing.tech/blogs/news/nothing-phone-1-coming-summer-2022 |access-date=24 March 2022 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230118143237/https://us.nothing.tech/blogs/news/nothing-phone-1-coming-summer-2022 |archive-date=18 January 2023}}</ref>
On 23 March 2022 during Nothing's keynote speech on their first smartphone, Nothing announced their user interface for Android, Nothing OS.<ref name="Phone (1) Announcement">{{cite press release |title=Nothing phone (1) Coming Summer 2022 |date=March 23, 2022 |publisher=Nothing Technology Limited |url=https://us.nothing.tech/blogs/news/nothing-phone-1-coming-summer-2022 |access-date=24 March 2022 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230118143237/https://us.nothing.tech/blogs/news/nothing-phone-1-coming-summer-2022 |archive-date=18 January 2023}}</ref>
 
==== Nothing OS 1.1.8 ====
It was released on 19 January 2023, bringing the January 2023 [[Android (operating system)|Android]] security patches.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Hazarika |first=Skanda |date=2023-01-19 |title=Nothing Phone 1 picks up January 2023 patches with Nothing OS 1.1.8 |url=https://www.xda-developers.com/nothing-phone-1-nothing-os-1-1-8-update/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230318045344/https://www.xda-developers.com/nothing-phone-1-nothing-os-1-1-8-update/ |archive-date=18 March 2023 |access-date=2023-02-22 |website=XDA Developers |language=en}}</ref>
 
==== Nothing OS 1.5 {{Color box|Black|Beta 1|White|border=}} ====
It was released on 16 December 2022, powered by Android 13.<ref>{{Cite web |date=15 December 2022 |title=Nothing OS 1.5 (powered by Android 13) |url=https://au.nothing.tech/blogs/news/nothing-os-1-5-powered-by-android-13 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230606104255/https://au.nothing.tech/blogs/news/nothing-os-1-5-powered-by-android-13 |archive-date=6 June 2023 |access-date=2023-02-05 |website=Nothing Australia |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Chauhan |first=Vivek |date=2022-12-16 |title=Nothing Phone (1) Android 13-based Nothing OS 1.5 Beta update rolls out: changelog, new features |url=https://www.91mobiles.com/hub/nothing-phone-1-android-13-beta-update-changelog-features/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230221090341/https://www.91mobiles.com/hub/nothing-phone-1-android-13-beta-update-changelog-features/ |archive-date=21 February 2023 |access-date=2023-02-21 |language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Porter |first=Jon |date=2022-12-15 |title=Nothing starts opening up its Android 13 beta for the Phone 1 |url=https://www.theverge.com/2022/12/15/23510928/nothing-phone-1-android-13-os-1-5-open-beta-weather-app |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230602172606/https://www.theverge.com/2022/12/15/23510928/nothing-phone-1-android-13-os-1-5-open-beta-weather-app |archive-date=2 June 2023 |access-date=2023-02-21 |website=The Verge |language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Hazarika |first=Skanda |date=2022-12-15 |title=Nothing Phone 1 jumps on the Android 13 bandwagon with Nothing OS 1.5 open beta |url=https://www.xda-developers.com/nothing-phone-1-android-13-nothing-os-1-5-open-beta/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230318045344/https://www.xda-developers.com/nothing-phone-1-android-13-nothing-os-1-5-open-beta/ |archive-date=18 March 2023 |access-date=2023-02-21 |website=XDA Developers |language=en}}</ref> It received its second beta update on 13 January 2023.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Nothing Phone (1) gets second Android 13 beta |url=https://www.gsmarena.com/nothing_phone_1_gets_second_android_13_beta-news-57191.php |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230221090340/https://www.gsmarena.com/nothing_phone_1_gets_second_android_13_beta-news-57191.php |archive-date=21 February 2023 |access-date=2023-02-21 |website=GSMArena.com |language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Cantisano |first=Timi |date=2023-01-13 |title=Nothing OS 1.5 Open Beta 2 arrives with a slew of enhancements |url=https://www.xda-developers.com/nothing-os-15-android-13-open-beta-2/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230318045344/https://www.xda-developers.com/nothing-os-15-android-13-open-beta-2/ |archive-date=18 March 2023 |access-date=2023-02-21 |website=XDA Developers |language=en}}</ref> The second beta received bug fixes on 18 January 2023.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Hazarika |first=Skanda |date=2023-01-18 |title=Nothing Phone 1 gets one step closer to receiving stable Android 13 update |url=https://www.xda-developers.com/nothing-os-1-5-open-beta-2-hotfix/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230318045344/https://www.xda-developers.com/nothing-os-1-5-open-beta-2-hotfix/ |archive-date=18 March 2023 |access-date=2023-02-21 |website=XDA Developers |language=en}}</ref> It has improved performance and glyph interface. It started to get rolled out to the public as Nothing OS 1.5.2 on 16 February 2023, this update introduces a new weather app, and other features, including improvements to the performance and other [[Android 13]] features, like Android's new QR Code reader, according to ''[[The Verge]]''.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Hazarika |first=Skanda |date=2023-02-16 |title=Nothing Phone 1 finally gets stable Android 13 — with a month-old security patch |url=https://www.xda-developers.com/nothing-phone-1-stable-android-13-nothing-os-1-5-2/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230507033100/https://www.xda-developers.com/nothing-phone-1-stable-android-13-nothing-os-1-5-2/ |archive-date=7 May 2023 |access-date=2023-02-21 |website=XDA Developers |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=Nothing starts rolling out a stable Android 13 update for the Phone (1) |url=https://www.gsmarena.com/nothing_starts_rolling_out_a_stable_android_13_update_for_the_phone_1-news-57584.php |access-date=2023-02-21 |website=GSMArena.com |language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Chauhan |first=Vivek |date=2023-02-17 |title=Nothing Phone 1 Android 13 stable update rollout begins |url=https://www.91mobiles.com/hub/nothing-phone-1-android-13-stable-update-rollout-begins/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230330074644/https://www.91mobiles.com/hub/nothing-phone-1-android-13-stable-update-rollout-begins/ |archive-date=30 March 2023 |access-date=2023-02-21 |language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Johnson |first=Allison |date=2023-02-17 |title=Good for Nothing: Phone 1's stable Android 13 release is starting to arrive |url=https://www.theverge.com/2023/2/16/23603383/nothing-phone-1-os-android-13-update |access-date=2023-02-21 |website=The Verge |language=en-US}}</ref> It was officially released to the public on 22 February 2023, via a press release by Nothing. Tech Outlook leaked the new OS one day before its launch, which was on 21 February 2023.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2023-02-20 |title=Nothing will reveal more about Nothing OS 1.5 update tomorrow: Here's what we know so far |url=https://www.thetechoutlook.com/news/technology/os/nothing-will-reveal-more-about-nothing-os-1-5-update-tomorrow-heres-what-we-know-so-far/ |access-date=2023-02-21 |website=The Tech Outlook |language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=21 February 2023 |title=Upgrade to Nothing OS 1.5. Powered by Android 13. |url=https://au.nothing.tech/blogs/news/upgrade-to-nothing-os-1-5-powered-by-android-13 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230518011553/https://au.nothing.tech/blogs/news/upgrade-to-nothing-os-1-5-powered-by-android-13 |archive-date=18 May 2023 |access-date=2023-02-21 |website=Nothing Australia |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=Android 13-based Nothing OS 1.5 now seeding to everyone |url=https://www.gsmarena.com/android_13based_nothing_os_15_now_seeding_to_everyone-news-57637.php |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230321095738/https://www.gsmarena.com/android_13based_nothing_os_15_now_seeding_to_everyone-news-57637.php |archive-date=21 March 2023 |access-date=2023-02-21 |website=GSMArena.com |language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Jewiss |first=Connor |date=2023-02-21 |title=Nothing OS 1.5 rolls out, bringing Android 13 to Nothing Phone 1 |url=https://www.stuff.tv/news/nothing-os-1-5-rolls-out-bringing-android-13-to-nothing-phone-1/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230331095914/https://www.stuff.tv/news/nothing-os-1-5-rolls-out-bringing-android-13-to-nothing-phone-1/ |archive-date=31 March 2023 |access-date=2023-02-21 |website=Stuff |language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Henderson |first=Rik |date=2023-02-21 |title=Nothing Phone (1) finally gets full Android 13 rollout with Nothing OS 1.5 |url=https://www.pocket-lint.com/nothing-phone-1-finally-gets-full-android-13-rollout/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230320012202/https://www.pocket-lint.com/nothing-phone-1-finally-gets-full-android-13-rollout/ |archive-date=20 March 2023 |access-date=2023-02-22 |website=Pocket-lint |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Srinivas |first=Rahul |date=2023-02-21 |title=Nothing Phone 1 Gets Android 13-Powered OS 1.5 Update - Here's What It Includes |url=https://www.slashgear.com/1206106/nothing-phone-1-gets-android-13-powered-os-1-5-update-heres-what-it-includes/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230322040318/https://www.slashgear.com/1206106/nothing-phone-1-gets-android-13-powered-os-1-5-update-heres-what-it-includes/ |archive-date=22 March 2023 |access-date=2023-02-22 |website=SlashGear |language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=2023-03-03 |title=Nothing Phone (1) receives update based on Android 13 : Here's what we know so far |url=https://www.thetechoutlook.com/news/technology/os/nothing-phone-1-receives-update-based-on-android-13-heres-what-we-know-so-far/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230602181527/https://www.thetechoutlook.com/news/technology/os/nothing-phone-1-receives-update-based-on-android-13-heres-what-we-know-so-far/ |archive-date=2 June 2023 |access-date=2023-03-04 |website=The Tech Outlook |language=en-US}}</ref>


==== Nothing OS 1.5.3 ====
==== Nothing OS 1.5 ====
It was released on 14 March 2023, bringing Nothing Ear 2 support, February 2023 patches and more features.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Cantisano |first=Timi |date=2023-03-14 |title=Nothing OS 1.5.3 brings Ear (2) support, February 2023 patches, and more |url=https://www.xda-developers.com/nothing-os-153-release/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230401092512/https://www.xda-developers.com/nothing-os-153-release/ |archive-date=1 April 2023 |access-date=2023-04-01 |website=XDA Developers |language=en}}</ref>
Nothing OS 1.5 was released with version 1.5.2 on 16 February 2023, powered by Android 13.<ref>{{Cite web |date=15 December 2022 |title=Nothing OS 1.5 (powered by Android 13) |url=https://au.nothing.tech/blogs/news/nothing-os-1-5-powered-by-android-13 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230606104255/https://au.nothing.tech/blogs/news/nothing-os-1-5-powered-by-android-13 |archive-date=6 June 2023 |access-date=2023-02-05 |website=Nothing Australia |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Hazarika |first=Skanda |date=2022-12-15 |title=Nothing Phone 1 jumps on the Android 13 bandwagon with Nothing OS 1.5 open beta |url=https://www.xda-developers.com/nothing-phone-1-android-13-nothing-os-1-5-open-beta/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230318045344/https://www.xda-developers.com/nothing-phone-1-android-13-nothing-os-1-5-open-beta/ |archive-date=18 March 2023 |access-date=2023-02-21 |website=XDA Developers |language=en}}</ref> It has improved performance and glyph interface. The update introduces a new weather app, and other features, including improvements to the performance and other [[Android 13]] features, like Android's new QR Code reader, according to ''[[The Verge]]''.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Hazarika |first=Skanda |date=2023-02-16 |title=Nothing Phone 1 finally gets stable Android 13 — with a month-old security patch |url=https://www.xda-developers.com/nothing-phone-1-stable-android-13-nothing-os-1-5-2/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230507033100/https://www.xda-developers.com/nothing-phone-1-stable-android-13-nothing-os-1-5-2/ |archive-date=7 May 2023 |access-date=2023-02-21 |website=XDA Developers |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=Nothing starts rolling out a stable Android 13 update for the Phone (1) |url=https://www.gsmarena.com/nothing_starts_rolling_out_a_stable_android_13_update_for_the_phone_1-news-57584.php |access-date=2023-02-21 |website=GSMArena.com |language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Chauhan |first=Vivek |date=2023-02-17 |title=Nothing Phone 1 Android 13 stable update rollout begins |url=https://www.91mobiles.com/hub/nothing-phone-1-android-13-stable-update-rollout-begins/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230330074644/https://www.91mobiles.com/hub/nothing-phone-1-android-13-stable-update-rollout-begins/ |archive-date=30 March 2023 |access-date=2023-02-21 |language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Johnson |first=Allison |date=2023-02-17 |title=Good for Nothing: Phone 1's stable Android 13 release is starting to arrive |url=https://www.theverge.com/2023/2/16/23603383/nothing-phone-1-os-android-13-update |access-date=2023-02-21 |website=The Verge |language=en-US}}</ref> It was officially released to the public on 22 February 2023, via a press release by Nothing.<ref>{{Cite web |date=21 February 2023 |title=Upgrade to Nothing OS 1.5. Powered by Android 13. |url=https://au.nothing.tech/blogs/news/upgrade-to-nothing-os-1-5-powered-by-android-13 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230518011553/https://au.nothing.tech/blogs/news/upgrade-to-nothing-os-1-5-powered-by-android-13 |archive-date=18 May 2023 |access-date=2023-02-21 |website=Nothing Australia |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=Android 13-based Nothing OS 1.5 now seeding to everyone |url=https://www.gsmarena.com/android_13based_nothing_os_15_now_seeding_to_everyone-news-57637.php |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230321095738/https://www.gsmarena.com/android_13based_nothing_os_15_now_seeding_to_everyone-news-57637.php |archive-date=21 March 2023 |access-date=2023-02-21 |website=GSMArena.com |language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Jewiss |first=Connor |date=2023-02-21 |title=Nothing OS 1.5 rolls out, bringing Android 13 to Nothing Phone 1 |url=https://www.stuff.tv/news/nothing-os-1-5-rolls-out-bringing-android-13-to-nothing-phone-1/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230331095914/https://www.stuff.tv/news/nothing-os-1-5-rolls-out-bringing-android-13-to-nothing-phone-1/ |archive-date=31 March 2023 |access-date=2023-02-21 |website=Stuff |language=en-US}}</ref> Nothing OS 1.5.3 was released on 14 March 2023, bringing support for the Nothing Ear 2.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Cantisano |first=Timi |date=2023-03-14 |title=Nothing OS 1.5.3 brings Ear (2) support, February 2023 patches, and more |url=https://www.xda-developers.com/nothing-os-153-release/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230401092512/https://www.xda-developers.com/nothing-os-153-release/ |archive-date=1 April 2023 |access-date=2023-04-01 |website=XDA Developers |language=en}}</ref>


==== Nothing OS 1.5.4 ====
Nothing OS 1.5.4 was released on 5 May 2023, users can send feedback to Nothing about the software experience from within the phone. The Bluetooth functionality in Quick Settings gives quick access to paired devices. Users can now scan UPI QR codes with the camera app and make payments directly.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Rasool |first=Faisal |date=2023-05-07 |title=Nothing Phone 1 update delivers new features, system improvements, and bug fixes |url=https://www.xda-developers.com/nothing-phone-1-update-delivers-new-features-system-improvements-and-bug-fixes/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230508014159/https://www.xda-developers.com/nothing-phone-1-update-delivers-new-features-system-improvements-and-bug-fixes/ |archive-date=8 May 2023 |access-date=2023-05-08 |website=XDA Developers |language=en}}</ref>
It was released on 5 May 2023, bringing three new features. First, users can send feedback to Nothing about the software experience from within the phone. The Bluetooth functionality in Quick Settings gives quick access to paired devices. Plus, users can now scan UPI QR codes with the camera app and make payments directly. It also brings system improvements and bug fixes.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Rasool |first=Faisal |date=2023-05-07 |title=Nothing Phone 1 update delivers new features, system improvements, and bug fixes |url=https://www.xda-developers.com/nothing-phone-1-update-delivers-new-features-system-improvements-and-bug-fixes/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230508014159/https://www.xda-developers.com/nothing-phone-1-update-delivers-new-features-system-improvements-and-bug-fixes/ |archive-date=8 May 2023 |access-date=2023-05-08 |website=XDA Developers |language=en}}</ref>


=== Nothing OS 2.0 ===
=== Nothing OS 2.0 ===
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It was released on 28 August 2023,<ref>{{Cite web |date=2023-08-28 |title=Nothing OS 2.0 is starting to rollout to the Nothing Phone 1 |url=https://www.androidauthority.com/nothing-os-2-comes-to-phone-1-3358709/ |access-date=2025-03-05 |website=Android Authority |language=en}}</ref> new features includes a monochromatic icon pack and updating the Glyph Interface to version 2. Glyph Torch can be used as a flashlight, and essential Notifications allows select contacts and apps to leave a persistent notification.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Shakir |first=Umar |date=2023-08-28 |title=Nothing OS 2.0 is available now for Nothing's first phone |url=https://www.theverge.com/2023/8/28/23848779/nothing-os-2-phone-1-android-13-update-roll-out |access-date=2025-03-05 |website=The Verge |language=en-US}}</ref> According to Android Central, it is Android 13 done right as it has done Android customization better than any other [[original equipment manufacturer]].<ref>{{Cite web |first=Mishaal |last=Rahman |date=2023-08-07 |title=Nothing OS 2.0 review: Android 13 done right |url=https://www.androidcentral.com/apps-software/nothing-os-2-review |access-date=2025-03-11 |website=Android Central |language=en}}</ref>
Nothing OS 2.0 was released on 28 August 2023.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2023-08-28 |title=Nothing OS 2.0 is starting to rollout to the Nothing Phone 1 |url=https://www.androidauthority.com/nothing-os-2-comes-to-phone-1-3358709/ |access-date=2025-03-05 |website=Android Authority |language=en}}</ref> New features include a monochromatic icon pack and updating the Glyph Interface to version 2. Glyph Torch can be used as a flashlight, and essential Notifications allows select contacts and apps to leave a persistent notification.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Shakir |first=Umar |date=2023-08-28 |title=Nothing OS 2.0 is available now for Nothing's first phone |url=https://www.theverge.com/2023/8/28/23848779/nothing-os-2-phone-1-android-13-update-roll-out |access-date=2025-03-05 |website=The Verge |language=en-US}}</ref>
 
==== Nothing OS 2.5 ====
Nothing OS 2.5 was released on 15 December 2023 based on [[Android 14]], bringing customization features for wallpapers, new gestures and widgets, and quality of life improvements.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2023-12-15 |title=📱 Phone (2) - Nothing OS 2.5 Changelog |url=https://nothing.community/d/3875-phone-2-nothing-os-25-changelog |access-date=2025-05-08 |website=Nothing Community |language=en}}</ref>


=== Nothing OS 3.0 ===
=== Nothing OS 3.0 ===
It was released on 19 December 2024 based on [[Android 15]],<ref>{{Cite news |date=2024-12-19 |title=Nothing starts rolling out Nothing OS 3.0 update based on Android 15 in India |url=https://www.thehindu.com/sci-tech/technology/gadgets/nothing-starts-rolling-out-nothing-os-30-update-based-on-android-15-in-india/article69003487.ece |access-date=2025-03-11 |work=The Hindu |language=en-IN |issn=0971-751X}}</ref> new features include shared widgets, Nothing Gallery, and improved quick settings.<ref>{{cite web |title=Nothing OS 3.0 &#124; General Release |url=https://nothing.community/d/22988-nothing-os-30-general-release |access-date=24 December 2024 |website=Nothing Community|date=18 December 2024 }}</ref> It comes out of the box in [[Nothing Phone 3a|Phone 3a/3a Pro]].<ref>{{Cite web |title=Nothing Phone (3a) - Full phone specifications |url=https://www.gsmarena.com/nothing_phone_(3a)-13672.php |access-date=2025-03-11 |website=www.gsmarena.com}}</ref>
Nothing OS 3.0 was released on 19 December 2024 based on [[Android 15]],<ref>{{Cite news |date=2024-12-19 |title=Nothing starts rolling out Nothing OS 3.0 update based on Android 15 in India |url=https://www.thehindu.com/sci-tech/technology/gadgets/nothing-starts-rolling-out-nothing-os-30-update-based-on-android-15-in-india/article69003487.ece |access-date=2025-03-11 |work=The Hindu |language=en-IN |issn=0971-751X}}</ref> new features include shared widgets, Nothing Gallery, and improved quick settings.<ref>{{cite web |title=Nothing OS 3.0 &#124; General Release |url=https://nothing.community/d/22988-nothing-os-30-general-release |access-date=24 December 2024 |website=Nothing Community|date=18 December 2024 }}</ref> The update came pre-installed on the [[Nothing Phone 3a|Phone 3a/3a Pro]].<ref>{{Cite web |title=Nothing Phone (3a) - Full phone specifications |url=https://www.gsmarena.com/nothing_phone_(3a)-13672.php |access-date=2025-03-11 |website=www.gsmarena.com}}</ref>


== List of devices ==
=== Nothing OS 4.0 ===
{{Dynamic list|multiple=yes}}<!-- Only add devices to list when it is officially launched. -->
Nothing OS 4.0 was released on 1 October 2025 for the Nothing Phone (2), (2a) series, and the (3), and released on 24 October 2025 for the (3a) series based on [[Android 16]].<ref name=":1">{{Cite web |date=2025-09-30 |title=Nothing OS 4.0 {{!}} Open Beta |url=https://nothing.community/d/43141-nothing-os-40-open-beta |access-date=2025-10-12 |website=Nothing Community |language=en}}</ref> Refined UI elements bring smoother animations and a deeper "Extra Dark Mode" for a cleaner, more fluid experience. The update improves multitasking with an enhanced "Pop-up View" that allows for quick switching between two floating apps. A new lock screen feature called "Lock Glimpse" provides dynamically curated wallpapers and personalized content. The TrueLens Engine upgrades the camera and gallery apps with new controls, a "Stretch" preset developed with photographer Jordan Hemingway, and a more intuitive layout. System performance is also enhanced, with faster app launch times, better connectivity, and improved responsiveness.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2025-09-18 |title=Nothing OS 4.0 brings Android 16 along with a new design and an AI dashboard |url=https://www.androidcentral.com/phones/nothing-phones/nothing-os-4-0-revealed |access-date=2025-10-27 |website=Android Central |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=Nothing OS 4.0 Announced; Brings New AI Dashboard to Track AI Usage, Extra Dark Mode and More |url=https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/nothing-os-4-features-open-beta-new-design-ai-dashboard-extra-dark-mode-9294423? |url-status=live |website=Gadgets360}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=2025-10-01 |title=Download Nothing OS 4.0 Open Beta: Android 16 Arrives with AI Dashboard, Essential Apps, and Camera Enhancements |url=https://www.androidsage.com/2025/10/01/download-nothing-os-4-0-open-beta-update-based-on-android-16/ |access-date=2025-10-27 |language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Bhandari |first=Aasthaa |date=2025-09-17 |title=Nothing OS 4.0 Launched: Cleaner, Calmer, And Quietly Smarter |url=https://www.gadgetbridge.com/news/nothing-os-4-0-launched-cleaner-calmer-and-quietly-smarter/ |access-date=2025-10-27 |website=Gadget Bridge |language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=2025-10-25 |title=Phone 3a, 3a Pro enters Nothing's visually updated Android 16 Beta |url=https://www.androidcentral.com/phones/nothing-phones/nothing-phone-3as-android-16-open-beta-visually-refines-the-os-and-lock-screen |access-date=2025-10-27 |website=Android Central |language=en}}</ref>
 
=== Nothing OS 5.0 ===
Nothing OS 5.0 was announced on 25 August 2026 for the Nothing Phone (3), (2a) series, (4a) series, (3a) series, (4B), and CMF Phone 2 Pro. It's set to begin it's Open Beta on 26 August 2026 for the Phone 3 with more phones being added later. <ref>{{Cite web |date=2026-08-25 |title=Nothing OS 5.0 new features explained |url=https://nothing.community/d/61730-nothing-os-50-new-features-explained |access-date=2026-08-25 |website=Nothing Community |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=2026-08-25 |title=Nothing OS Evolution 🖐 |url=https://nothing.community/d/61774-nothing-os-evolution |access-date=2026-08-25 |website=Nothing Community |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=2026-08-25 |title=🔴 Nothing OS 5.0 Launch Film |url=https://nothing.community/d/61759-nothing-os-50-launch-film |access-date=2026-08-25 |website=Nothing Community |language=en}}</ref>
 
== List of devices ==<!-- Only add devices to list when it is officially launched. -->
{| class="wikitable"
{| class="wikitable"
|+List of Nothing Devices
|+List of Nothing devices
!Devices
!Devices
!Original Version
!Original Version
!Current Version
!Current Version
!Note
!References
!References
|-
|-
|[[Nothing Phone 1|Phone (1)]]
|[[Nothing Phone 1|Phone (1)]]
|NothingOS 1.0 ([[Android 12]])
|Nothing OS 1.0 ([[Android 12]])
|NothingOS 3.0 ([[Android 15]])
|Nothing OS 3.2 ([[Android 15]])
| rowspan="2" |EOL
|<ref>{{Cite web |date=2025-01-17 |title=Nothing Phone 1 Updated to Android 15 With AI Smart Drawer Feature |url=https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/nothing-phone-1-os-3-android-15-update-release-features-7493985 |access-date=2025-03-10 |website=Gadgets 360 |language=en}}</ref>
|<ref>{{Cite web |date=2025-01-17 |title=Nothing Phone 1 Updated to Android 15 With AI Smart Drawer Feature |url=https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/nothing-phone-1-os-3-android-15-update-release-features-7493985 |access-date=2025-03-10 |website=Gadgets 360 |language=en}}</ref>
|-
|-
|[[Nothing Phone 2|Phone (2)]]
|[[Nothing Phone 2|Phone (2)]]
|NothingOS 2.0 ([[Android 13]])
|Nothing OS 2.0 ([[Android 13]])
|NothingOS 3.0 ([[Android 15]])
| rowspan="7" |Nothing OS 4.1 ([[Android 16]])
|<ref name=":0">{{Cite web |date=2024-12-19 |title=Nothing OS 3.0 stable update now available for Nothing Phone 2 and Phone 2a |url=https://www.indiatoday.in/technology/news/story/nothing-os-30-stable-update-now-available-for-nothing-phone-2-and-phone-2a-2652264-2024-12-19#:~:text=Nothing%20OS%203.0%20stable%20update%20gradually%20rolling%20out%20to%20Phone,easily%20with%20improved%20search%20options. |access-date=2025-03-10 |website=India Today |language=en}}</ref>
| rowspan="7" |<ref name=":0">{{Cite web |date=2026-06-12 |title=Nothing OS Release Roadmap |url=https://nothing.community/d/58284-nothing-os-release-roadmap |access-date=2026-08-25 |website=Nothing Community |language=en}}</ref>
|-
|-
|[[Nothing Phone 2a|Phone 2a]]
|[[Nothing Phone 2a/2a Plus|Phone (2a)]]
|NothingOS 2.5 ([[Android 14]])
|Nothing OS 2.5 ([[Android 14]])
|NothingOS 3.0 ([[Android 15]])
|
|<ref name=":0" />
|-
|-
|[[Nothing Phone 2a/2a Plus|Phone 2a Plus]]
|[[Nothing Phone 2a/2a Plus|Phone (2a) Plus]]
|NothingOS 2.6 ([[Android 14]])
|Nothing OS 2.6 (Android 14)
|NothingOS 3.0 ([[Android 15]])
|
|<ref>{{Cite web |date=2025-01-06 |title=Nothing Phone 2a Plus Users Can Now Experience Android 15 With New Update |url=https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/nothing-phone-2a-plus-os-3-android-15-update-release-features-7408785 |access-date=2025-03-10 |website=Gadgets 360 |language=en}}</ref>
|-
|-
|[[Nothing Phone 3a|Phone 3a / 3a Pro]]
|[[Nothing Phone 3a/3a Pro|Phone (3a) / (3a) Pro]]
| colspan="2" |NothingOS 3.0 ([[Android 15]])
|Nothing OS 3.0 ([[Android 15]])
|<ref>{{Cite web |last=Sawant |first=Pranav |date=2025-03-04 |title=MWC 2025: Nothing Phone (3a) series with Snapdragon 7s Gen 3, AI features unveiled |url=https://www.croma.com/unboxed/nothing-phone-3a-series-announced-at-mwc-2025 |access-date=2025-03-18 |website=Unboxed - by Croma}}</ref>
|
|-
|[[Nothing Phone 3|Phone (3)]]
|Nothing OS 3.5 (Android 15)
|
|-
|[[Nothing phone 3a Lite|Phone (3a) Lite]]
|Nothing OS 3.5 (Android 15)
|
|-
|[[Nothing Phone 4a/4a Pro|Phone (4a) / (4a) Pro]]
|Nothing OS 4.1 ([[Android 16]])
|
|}
|}
{| class="wikitable"
{| class="wikitable"
|+List of CMF Devices
|+List of CMF devices
!Device
!Device
!Original Version
!Original Version
Line 89: Line 80:
!References
!References
|-
|-
|CMF Phone (1)
|CMF Phone 1
|NothingOS 2.6 ([[Android 14]])
|Nothing OS 2.6 ([[Android 14]])
|NothingOS 3.0 ([[Android 15]])
| rowspan="2" |Nothing OS 4.1 ([[Android 16]])
|<ref>{{Cite web |last=Bhatia |first=Sanuj |date=2025-01-15 |title=Nothing's CMF Phone 1 beats Samsung flagships to Android 15 |url=https://www.androidpolice.com/android-15-cmf-phone-1/ |access-date=2025-03-10 |website=Android Police |language=en}}</ref>
|<ref name="cmfnothingos4">{{Cite web |last=Sagar |title=CMF Phone 1 is receiving Nothing OS 4.0 stable update, CMF Phone 2 Pro will get it in the coming weeks |url=https://www.gsmarena.com/cmf_phone_1_cmf_phone_2_pro_android_16_nothing_os_4_stable_update-news-70868.php |access-date=2026-02-16 |website=GSMArena.com |language=en}}</ref>
|-
|CMF Phone 2 Pro
|Nothing OS 3.2 (Android 15)
|<ref name="cmfnothingos4"/>
|}
|}


== See also ==
== References ==
 
* [[One UI|OneUI]]
* [[OxygenOS]]
* [[Xiaomi HyperOS|HyperOS]]
* [[Funtouch OS|FunTouchOS]]
 
== References ==<!-- Inline citations added to your article will automatically display here. See en.wikipedia.org/wiki/WP:REFB for instructions on how to add citations. -->
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Latest revision as of 05:55, 29 September 2026

Nothing OS is a user interface (UI) developed by Nothing Technology Limited for Android devices from 2022 running Android 12 and later. It is exclusively made for Nothing and CMF phones.

This skin was first developed for Phone (1).[1]

History

Nothing OS 1.0

On 23 March 2022 during Nothing's keynote speech on their first smartphone, Nothing announced their user interface for Android, Nothing OS.[2]

Nothing OS 1.5

Nothing OS 1.5 was released with version 1.5.2 on 16 February 2023, powered by Android 13.[3][4] It has improved performance and glyph interface. The update introduces a new weather app, and other features, including improvements to the performance and other Android 13 features, like Android's new QR Code reader, according to The Verge.[5][6][7][8] It was officially released to the public on 22 February 2023, via a press release by Nothing.[9][10][11] Nothing OS 1.5.3 was released on 14 March 2023, bringing support for the Nothing Ear 2.[12]

Nothing OS 1.5.4 was released on 5 May 2023, users can send feedback to Nothing about the software experience from within the phone. The Bluetooth functionality in Quick Settings gives quick access to paired devices. Users can now scan UPI QR codes with the camera app and make payments directly.[13]

Nothing OS 2.0

Template:Expand section Nothing OS 2.0 was released on 28 August 2023.[14] New features include a monochromatic icon pack and updating the Glyph Interface to version 2. Glyph Torch can be used as a flashlight, and essential Notifications allows select contacts and apps to leave a persistent notification.[15]

Nothing OS 2.5

Nothing OS 2.5 was released on 15 December 2023 based on Android 14, bringing customization features for wallpapers, new gestures and widgets, and quality of life improvements.[16]

Nothing OS 3.0

Nothing OS 3.0 was released on 19 December 2024 based on Android 15,[17] new features include shared widgets, Nothing Gallery, and improved quick settings.[18] The update came pre-installed on the Phone 3a/3a Pro.[19]

Nothing OS 4.0

Nothing OS 4.0 was released on 1 October 2025 for the Nothing Phone (2), (2a) series, and the (3), and released on 24 October 2025 for the (3a) series based on Android 16.[20] Refined UI elements bring smoother animations and a deeper "Extra Dark Mode" for a cleaner, more fluid experience. The update improves multitasking with an enhanced "Pop-up View" that allows for quick switching between two floating apps. A new lock screen feature called "Lock Glimpse" provides dynamically curated wallpapers and personalized content. The TrueLens Engine upgrades the camera and gallery apps with new controls, a "Stretch" preset developed with photographer Jordan Hemingway, and a more intuitive layout. System performance is also enhanced, with faster app launch times, better connectivity, and improved responsiveness.[21][22][23][24][25]

Nothing OS 5.0

Nothing OS 5.0 was announced on 25 August 2026 for the Nothing Phone (3), (2a) series, (4a) series, (3a) series, (4B), and CMF Phone 2 Pro. It's set to begin it's Open Beta on 26 August 2026 for the Phone 3 with more phones being added later. [26][27][28]

List of devices

List of Nothing devices
Devices Original Version Current Version Note References
Phone (1) Nothing OS 1.0 (Android 12) Nothing OS 3.2 (Android 15) EOL [29]
Phone (2) Nothing OS 2.0 (Android 13) Nothing OS 4.1 (Android 16) [30]
Phone (2a) Nothing OS 2.5 (Android 14)
Phone (2a) Plus Nothing OS 2.6 (Android 14)
Phone (3a) / (3a) Pro Nothing OS 3.0 (Android 15)
Phone (3) Nothing OS 3.5 (Android 15)
Phone (3a) Lite Nothing OS 3.5 (Android 15)
Phone (4a) / (4a) Pro Nothing OS 4.1 (Android 16)
List of CMF devices
Device Original Version Current Version References
CMF Phone 1 Nothing OS 2.6 (Android 14) Nothing OS 4.1 (Android 16) [31]
CMF Phone 2 Pro Nothing OS 3.2 (Android 15) [31]

References

Template:Notelist

  1. ↑ Template:Cite press release
  2. ↑ Template:Cite press release
  3. ↑ "Nothing OS 1.5 (powered by Android 13)" (in en). 15 December 2022. https://au.nothing.tech/blogs/news/nothing-os-1-5-powered-by-android-13. 
  4. ↑ Hazarika, Skanda (2022-12-15). "Nothing Phone 1 jumps on the Android 13 bandwagon with Nothing OS 1.5 open beta" (in en). https://www.xda-developers.com/nothing-phone-1-android-13-nothing-os-1-5-open-beta/. 
  5. ↑ Hazarika, Skanda (2023-02-16). "Nothing Phone 1 finally gets stable Android 13 — with a month-old security patch" (in en). https://www.xda-developers.com/nothing-phone-1-stable-android-13-nothing-os-1-5-2/. 
  6. ↑ "Nothing starts rolling out a stable Android 13 update for the Phone (1)" (in en-US). https://www.gsmarena.com/nothing_starts_rolling_out_a_stable_android_13_update_for_the_phone_1-news-57584.php. 
  7. ↑ Chauhan, Vivek (2023-02-17). "Nothing Phone 1 Android 13 stable update rollout begins" (in en-US). https://www.91mobiles.com/hub/nothing-phone-1-android-13-stable-update-rollout-begins/. 
  8. ↑ Johnson, Allison (2023-02-17). "Good for Nothing: Phone 1's stable Android 13 release is starting to arrive" (in en-US). https://www.theverge.com/2023/2/16/23603383/nothing-phone-1-os-android-13-update. 
  9. ↑ "Upgrade to Nothing OS 1.5. Powered by Android 13." (in en). 21 February 2023. https://au.nothing.tech/blogs/news/upgrade-to-nothing-os-1-5-powered-by-android-13. 
  10. ↑ "Android 13-based Nothing OS 1.5 now seeding to everyone" (in en-US). https://www.gsmarena.com/android_13based_nothing_os_15_now_seeding_to_everyone-news-57637.php. 
  11. ↑ Jewiss, Connor (2023-02-21). "Nothing OS 1.5 rolls out, bringing Android 13 to Nothing Phone 1" (in en-US). https://www.stuff.tv/news/nothing-os-1-5-rolls-out-bringing-android-13-to-nothing-phone-1/. 
  12. ↑ Cantisano, Timi (2023-03-14). "Nothing OS 1.5.3 brings Ear (2) support, February 2023 patches, and more" (in en). https://www.xda-developers.com/nothing-os-153-release/. 
  13. ↑ Rasool, Faisal (2023-05-07). "Nothing Phone 1 update delivers new features, system improvements, and bug fixes" (in en). https://www.xda-developers.com/nothing-phone-1-update-delivers-new-features-system-improvements-and-bug-fixes/. 
  14. ↑ "Nothing OS 2.0 is starting to rollout to the Nothing Phone 1" (in en). 2023-08-28. https://www.androidauthority.com/nothing-os-2-comes-to-phone-1-3358709/. 
  15. ↑ Shakir, Umar (2023-08-28). "Nothing OS 2.0 is available now for Nothing's first phone" (in en-US). https://www.theverge.com/2023/8/28/23848779/nothing-os-2-phone-1-android-13-update-roll-out. 
  16. ↑ "📱 Phone (2) - Nothing OS 2.5 Changelog" (in en). 2023-12-15. https://nothing.community/d/3875-phone-2-nothing-os-25-changelog. 
  17. ↑ "Nothing starts rolling out Nothing OS 3.0 update based on Android 15 in India" (in en-IN). The Hindu. 2024-12-19. ISSN 0971-751X. https://www.thehindu.com/sci-tech/technology/gadgets/nothing-starts-rolling-out-nothing-os-30-update-based-on-android-15-in-india/article69003487.ece. 
  18. ↑ "Nothing OS 3.0 | General Release". 18 December 2024. https://nothing.community/d/22988-nothing-os-30-general-release. 
  19. ↑ "Nothing Phone (3a) - Full phone specifications". https://www.gsmarena.com/nothing_phone_(3a)-13672.php. 
  20. ↑ "Nothing OS 4.0 | Open Beta" (in en). 2025-09-30. https://nothing.community/d/43141-nothing-os-40-open-beta. 
  21. ↑ "Nothing OS 4.0 brings Android 16 along with a new design and an AI dashboard" (in en). 2025-09-18. https://www.androidcentral.com/phones/nothing-phones/nothing-os-4-0-revealed. 
  22. ↑ "Nothing OS 4.0 Announced; Brings New AI Dashboard to Track AI Usage, Extra Dark Mode and More". https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/nothing-os-4-features-open-beta-new-design-ai-dashboard-extra-dark-mode-9294423?. 
  23. ↑ "Download Nothing OS 4.0 Open Beta: Android 16 Arrives with AI Dashboard, Essential Apps, and Camera Enhancements" (in en-US). 2025-10-01. https://www.androidsage.com/2025/10/01/download-nothing-os-4-0-open-beta-update-based-on-android-16/. 
  24. ↑ Bhandari, Aasthaa (2025-09-17). "Nothing OS 4.0 Launched: Cleaner, Calmer, And Quietly Smarter" (in en-US). https://www.gadgetbridge.com/news/nothing-os-4-0-launched-cleaner-calmer-and-quietly-smarter/. 
  25. ↑ "Phone 3a, 3a Pro enters Nothing's visually updated Android 16 Beta" (in en). 2025-10-25. https://www.androidcentral.com/phones/nothing-phones/nothing-phone-3as-android-16-open-beta-visually-refines-the-os-and-lock-screen. 
  26. ↑ "Nothing OS 5.0 new features explained" (in en). 2026-08-25. https://nothing.community/d/61730-nothing-os-50-new-features-explained. 
  27. ↑ "Nothing OS Evolution 🖐" (in en). 2026-08-25. https://nothing.community/d/61774-nothing-os-evolution. 
  28. ↑ "🔴 Nothing OS 5.0 Launch Film" (in en). 2026-08-25. https://nothing.community/d/61759-nothing-os-50-launch-film. 
  29. ↑ "Nothing Phone 1 Updated to Android 15 With AI Smart Drawer Feature" (in en). 2025-01-17. https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/nothing-phone-1-os-3-android-15-update-release-features-7493985. 
  30. ↑ "Nothing OS Release Roadmap" (in en). 2026-06-12. https://nothing.community/d/58284-nothing-os-release-roadmap. 
  31. ↑ 31.0 31.1 Sagar. "CMF Phone 1 is receiving Nothing OS 4.0 stable update, CMF Phone 2 Pro will get it in the coming weeks" (in en). https://www.gsmarena.com/cmf_phone_1_cmf_phone_2_pro_android_16_nothing_os_4_stable_update-news-70868.php. 

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