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Nothing OS is a user interface (UI) developed by Nothing Technology Limited for 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. 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 per-installed on the Phone 3a/3a Pro.[19]

List of devices

List of Nothing Devices
Devices Original Version Current Version References
Phone (1) Nothing OS 1.0 (Android 12) Nothing OS 3.2 (Android 15) [20]
Phone (2) Nothing OS 2.0 (Android 13) [21]
Phone (2a) Nothing OS 2.5 (Android 14) [21]
Phone (2a) Plus Nothing OS 2.6 (Android 14) [22]
Phone (3a) / (3a) Pro Nothing OS 3.0 (Android 15) [23]
List of CMF Devices
Device Original Version Current Version References
CMF Phone (1) Nothing OS 2.6 (Android 14) Nothing OS 3.2 (Android 15) [24]
CMF Phone (2) Pro Nothing OS 3.2 (Android 15)

See also

References

  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 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. 
  21. ↑ 21.0 21.1 "Nothing OS 3.0 stable update now available for Nothing Phone 2 and Phone 2a" (in en). 2024-12-19. 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.. 
  22. ↑ "Nothing Phone 2a Plus Users Can Now Experience Android 15 With New Update" (in en). 2025-01-06. https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/nothing-phone-2a-plus-os-3-android-15-update-release-features-7408785. 
  23. ↑ Sawant, Pranav (2025-03-04). "MWC 2025: Nothing Phone (3a) series with Snapdragon 7s Gen 3, AI features unveiled". https://www.croma.com/unboxed/nothing-phone-3a-series-announced-at-mwc-2025. 
  24. ↑ Bhatia, Sanuj (2025-01-15). "Nothing's CMF Phone 1 beats Samsung flagships to Android 15" (in en). https://www.androidpolice.com/android-15-cmf-phone-1/. 
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