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Nothing Phone (1) Gets Stable Android 15 Update, Probably The Last Major Update For This First Nothing Phone

Highlights

The Nothing Phone (1) has received its stable Android 15 update bringing Nothing OS 3.0.
It adds new features, a refreshed design and performance improvements.
This Android 15 update is likely the final major update for the Nothing Phone (1).
At least one more year of security patches is promised by the company.

Nothing Phone (1) gets stable Android 15 Update. (Image credit – Nothing)

The Nothing Phone (1) has officially received its stable Android 15 update, which is expected to be the phone’s final major Android upgrade. Here’s everything you need to know about the update.

After starting the Android 15 rollout for the Nothing Phone (2), Phone (2a) and Phone (2a) Plus in December 2024, Nothing has now extended the update to its first smartphone the Phone (1). The update is available as an over-the-air (OTA) download via the Settings app and brings Android 15 with Nothing OS 3.0.

This update introduces several new features, a refreshed design and various performance improvements. Users report that the update runs smoothly on the Phone (1) even though it lacks the Circle to Search feature available on newer Nothing devices.

Key Features in Android 15 with Nothing OS 3.0

Shared Widgets

Share widgets with friends and family. See their widgets on your home screen and interact with them through reactions.
Currently supports only Photo Widgets between Nothing devices. More widget options are in development.

Lock Screen

A new lock screen customisation page with a variety of clock face styles.
Expanded widget space to add more widgets directly on the lock screen.

App Drawer

Introduced an AI-powered Smart Drawer to automatically organize apps into folders for easier navigation.
Option to pin favourite apps to the top for quick access.

Pop-Up View Enhancements

Drag and resize the pop-up view for better multitasking.
Pin the pop-up view to the screen edge for quick access.
Swipe down on notifications to view them in pop-up mode.

Design Updates

Redesigned Quick Settings, widget library and Settings menu.
New Dot animations for fingerprint unlocking and charging.

Additional Improvements

AI-powered app prioritisation for a smoother experience.
Auto-archive function to free up storage without deleting data.
Partial screen sharing for recording specific app windows.
Updated setup wizard for easier onboarding.

Last Major Update for Nothing Phone (1)

The Nothing Phone (1) launched in mid-2022 with a promise of three years of Android updates. Having started with Android 12, it has now received Android 13, 14 and 15. While this is likely its final major update, the company has committed to providing at least one more year of security patches.

The update is also expected to roll out soon for the CMF Phone (1).

Meanwhile, Nothing is preparing to launch the Phone (3) later this year and is currently celebrating the milestone of crossing $1 billion in lifetime sales.

FAQS

Q1. What is the latest update available for the Nothing Phone (1)?

Answer. The Nothing Phone (1) has received its stable Android 15 update, which includes Nothing OS 3.0, new features, a refreshed design and various performance improvements.

Q2. Is the Android 15 update the final major update for the Nothing Phone (1)?

Answer. Yes, the Android 15 update is expected to be the final major update for the Nothing Phone (1), but the company has committed to providing at least one more year of security patches.

Q3. How can users download the Android 15 update for the Nothing Phone (1)?

Answer. The Android 15 update for the Nothing Phone (1) is available as an over-the-air (OTA) download via the Settings app.

Q4. What are some key features introduced in the Android 15 update with Nothing OS 3.0?

Answer. Key features include shared widgets, a new lock screen customization page, an AI-powered Smart Drawer, enhanced pop-up view, redesigned Quick Settings and widget library, Dot animations for fingerprint unlocking and charging, and various performance improvements.

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