NothingOS
User interface for Nothing Android devices From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
NothingOS 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[citation needed]. It is exclusively made for Nothing and CMF phones.[citation needed]
| Version of the Android operating system | |
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.jpg) NothingOS 3.0 running on Phone 2a. | |
| Developer | Nothing Technology Limited |
|---|---|
| Written in | Java |
| Source model | Closed-source |
| General availability | July 21, 2022 |
| Latest release | NothingOS 3.0, Android 15 based / December 18, 2024 |
| Update method | Over-the-air |
| Default user interface | Graphical |
| License | Proprietary |
| Official website | in |
| Tagline | Pure Instinct |
History
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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.[2]
Nothing OS 1.1.8
It was released on 19 January 2023, bringing the January 2023 Android security patches.[3]
Nothing OS 1.5 Beta 1
It was released on 16 December 2022, powered by Android 13.[4][5][6][7] It received its second beta update on 13 January 2023.[8][9] The second beta received bug fixes on 18 January 2023.[10] 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.[11][12][13][14] 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.[15][16][17][18][19][20][21]
Nothing OS 1.5.3
It was released on 14 March 2023, bringing Nothing Ear 2 support, February 2023 patches and more features.[22]
Nothing OS 1.5.4
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.[23]
Nothing OS 2.0
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It was released on 28 August 2023,[24] 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.[25] According to Android Central, it is Android 13 done right as it has done Android customization better than any other original equipment manufacturer.[26]
Nothing OS 3.0
It was released on 19 December 2024 based on Android 15,[27] new features include shared widgets, Nothing Gallery, and improved quick settings.[28] It comes out of the box in Phone 3a/3a Pro.[29]
List of devices
| Devices | Original Version | Current Version | References |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phone (1) | NothingOS 1.0 (Android 12) | NothingOS 3.0 (Android 15) | [30] |
| Phone (2) | NothingOS 2.0 (Android 13) | NothingOS 3.0 (Android 15) | [31] |
| Phone 2a | NothingOS 2.5 (Android 14) | NothingOS 3.0 (Android 15) | [31] |
| Phone 2a Plus | NothingOS 2.6 (Android 14) | NothingOS 3.0 (Android 15) | [32] |
| Phone 3a / 3a Pro | NothingOS 3.0 (Android 15) | [33] | |
| Device | Original Version | Current Version | References |
|---|---|---|---|
| CMF Phone (1) | NothingOS 2.6 (Android 14) | NothingOS 3.0 (Android 15) | [34] |
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