Nothing Phone (1) Receives Android 15-Based Nothing OS 3.0 Update: Features and Installation Guide

The Nothing Phone (1) has officially started receiving the stable Nothing OS 3.0 update, based on Android 15, following a month-long beta testing phase. The update introduces several cutting-edge features, enhanced customizations, and a refreshed UI, offering users a more seamless and personalized experience.

Here’s a detailed look at the new features and a step-by-step guide to installing the update.

What’s New in Nothing OS 3.0 for Phone (1)?

1. Shared Widgets:
   • New Photo Widget can be shared between users, allowing you and your loved ones to view the same widget on your device screens.
   • Note: This feature is in its early stages and may have minor bugs.
2. AI-Powered Smart Drawer:
   • Automatically categorizes apps and prioritizes the most-used ones at the top.
   • Users can pin their favorite apps for quicker access.
3. Customizable Lockscreen:
   • Long-press the lock screen to customize clock styles and add widgets for better accessibility.
4. Enhanced Multitasking:
   • Apps in Pop-up View can now be resized and moved anywhere on the screen.
   • Incoming notifications can also be opened in pop-up view, enabled via Settings > Special features > Pop-up view.
5. UI Refinements:
   • Dot animations for fingerprint unlocking.
   • A more configurable Quick Settings panel.
   • Larger widget library and richer UI elements for settings like Network & Internet and Bluetooth.
6. Auto-Archive Unused Apps:
   • Unused apps can be automatically archived to free up storage space.
7. Partial Screen Recording:
   • Allows recording only a portion of the screen, helping to hide sensitive information.
8. Predictive Back Gesture:
   • More apps now support this gesture, improving navigation.

How to Install Nothing OS 3.0 on Phone (1)

Before updating, ensure the following:

• Storage Space: Enough free space to accommodate the update.
• Battery Charge: At least 50% battery.
• Backup: Save your important data as a precaution.
• Internet Connection: Stable and reliable Wi-Fi.

Steps to Install the Update:

1. Open Settings: Go to your Phone (1)’s Settings menu.
2. Select System: Scroll down and tap on System.
3. Check for System Update: Choose System Update and let the device search for available updates.
4. Download and Install: If the Nothing OS 3.0 update is available, tap Download. Follow on-screen instructions.
5. Reboot: During installation, the device may reboot automatically.

Post-Update Note: Users might experience temporary overheating and increased power consumption as the system adapts to the new OS.