Nothing finally kicks off the Android 16-based Nothing OS 4.0 update rollout with the Phone (3). The latest update introduces major changes and improvements. Although the update has commenced, it may take some time to reach all devices. Nothing has officially shared a hint about when the update will roll out to other models.
If you own a Nothing phone and are curious about when it will receive the major Nothing OS 4 update, you’ve come to the right place. After this article, you’ll have an idea when your device will receive the Android 16 and Nothing OS 4.0 update.
Nothing has announced the update plan for its other models alongside the Phone 3’s Nothing OS 4 update announcement. According to Nothing, most eligible models will receive the major update in the coming weeks. CMF-branded devices will receive the update by the end of this year, while the Nothing Phone 3a Lite will get it early next year.
Here is the expected update timeline based on the official statement by Nothing.
In the next one or two weeks:
- Phone 3a
- Phone 3a Pro
- Phone 2
- Phone 2a
Late December:
- CMF Phone 2 Pro
- CMF Phone 1
January 2026:
Nothing took its time to begin its Android 16 journey, but it appears the company will complete the rollout quickly thanks to its relatively small device portfolio. Brands like Samsung and Motorola started updating their devices almost two months ago, making Nothing quite late to the party. However, as per the official announcement, users won’t have to wait much longer from this point forward.
If your device is eligible for the big Nothing OS 4.0 update, get ready to experience a bunch of new features and visual improvements. The update brings enhanced animations, redesigned app icons, refined status bar icons, new lock screen clocks, improved multitasking, extra dark mode, and more.
Which feature of the upcoming Nothing OS 4.0 update are you most excited about? Share your answer in the comments section below.
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