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WhatsApp Beta Tests New Event Duration Feature for Community Chats on Android
One of the new features WhatsApp is now developing will allow users to indicate the event duration in group chats within community groups. This is featured in the beta version 2.24.17.11 for Android.
Events, the communities feature, was rolled out in May and began hitting group chats in June for beta users. They could also add a location and a link for a WhatsApp call. What’s New lets community group members set a specific start and end time for their events.
This addition is expected to be especially useful in communities where organizing multiple events is common. While there is no word yet about when WhatsApp intends to open this feature up to its millions of users around the globe, Android users who are eager for it can easily register into the beta program.
OnePlus has confirmed that the OnePlus 15 and OnePlus Ace 6 will be officially launched in China on October 27, alongside the brand-new OnePlus Pad 2. While the China launch date is confirmed, OnePlus has not yet officially announced when these devices will be available in India. However, the Amazon India teaser page suggests that “something special” is planned for October 29, which indicates that the Indian launch could follow very soon after the China debut.
Early teasers and images reveal that the OnePlus 15 will be available in two colour options: Sand Storm and Black. The design appears minimal and clean, continuing the company’s tradition of sleek, modern flagship devices. The phone is expected to offer top-of-the-line specifications, including the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor, up to 16GB of RAM, and storage options of 256GB, 512GB, and 1TB. The global model will run OxygenOS 16, based on the latest version of Android, ensuring a smooth and feature-rich user experience.
Fans in India are eagerly awaiting more details about pricing, availability, and additional features. With the teaser hinting at a special event on October 29, it seems likely that Indian users will soon get a closer look at these new OnePlus devices, continuing the brand’s tradition of launching high-performance smartphones that combine elegant design with powerful hardware.
Nothing has released a new OTA update for the CMF Phone 1. This update is based on Nothing OS 3.2 (September patch) and mainly focuses on improving system performance and fixing minor bugs. Even though it’s already October, the company has rolled out the September update for CMF Phone 1 users.
The update size is 63.90 MB, and it installs successfully in about 10 minutes. After installing, users can see the updated build number ending with 18843-ID. The Android security patch is dated September 1, 2025, and matches the latest Google Play system update once updated manually.
What’s New in This Update
- Photo Widget Improvement:
The photo widget now fills the full space when resized to a 4×2 format, making it look more complete on the home screen. - Media Player Bug Fixes:
Issues related to album cover and song info display in the media player and widget have been fixed. Users can now see correct song details and album art while using apps like Spotify. - System Stability Improvements:
Overall system stability and smoothness have been slightly optimized, though most users won’t notice a major difference.
Why This Update Matters
This is likely a preparation update before the major Nothing OS 4.0 rollout. Currently, Nothing OS 4.0 has been released for Nothing Phone (2), Phone (2a), Phone (2a) Plus, and Phone (3). However, the CMF Phone 1 and CMF Phone 2 Pro are not part of the open beta program.
According to Nothing’s official community post, both devices will directly receive the stable Nothing OS 4.0 update later, instead of joining the beta phase.
When Will CMF Phone 1 Get Nothing OS 4.0?
Nothing has confirmed that CMF Phone 1 will get the stable Nothing OS 4.0 update at a later date, possibly between November and December 2025. This upcoming update is expected to bring Android 16-based features, design changes, and performance improvements.
Nothing has released a new OTA (over-the-air) update for the Nothing Phone (3a) and Phone (3a) Pro. This update is part of the Nothing OS 3.2 September patch and mainly focuses on fixing bugs and improving system stability.
The update size is around 47.57 MB, and both the Phone (3a) and Phone (3a) Pro receive the same build number with Asteroids-V3.2-251013-1406-IND. The Android security patch remains from September 1, 2025, with no changes there.
After installing, users have reported that the phone feels smoother and more stable. Features like Wi-Fi and calling are working perfectly fine, and no major issues have been found so far.
What’s Fixed in This Update
- Glyph Interface Issue Fixed:
The problem where the Glyph lights didn’t turn off properly after using the Flip to Record feature has now been fixed. - Call Recording Notification Optimized:
The call recording notification now appears only during the first call, avoiding repeated pop-ups that previously appeared every time a call was made. - General System Improvements:
The overall performance has been optimized for smoother operation.
Important Notes
Nothing mentioned that call recording might not be available in all regions due to local regulations. Also, the phone may feel slightly warm during installation, which is normal. Performance returns to normal shortly after.
Nothing OS 4.0 Open Beta Coming Soon
Nothing has confirmed through its community post that Nothing OS 4.0 Open Beta for the Phone (3a) and (3a) Pro will arrive by the end of October 2025. The update is expected to bring new features possibly some exclusive improvements such as a redesigned status bar.