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Nothing OS 4.0 Android 16 Closed Beta Announced for Phone (3) Users
Nothing has officially announced the Closed Beta program for its upcoming operating system update — Nothing OS 4.0, based on Android 16. This early build is now available exclusively for Phone (3) users who want to test the latest features before the official rollout. The company is offering this early access as a way to thank its early supporters.
In this Closed Beta, Nothing is focusing on bringing Android 16’s core features along with a stronger and more consistent design system. The new UI changes are expected to lay the foundation for a more polished and cohesive user experience in the future versions of Nothing OS.
Since this is a beta version, users can expect bugs and certain features not working properly. Nothing encourages users to join this program and help them identify and fix issues before the Open Beta release in September 2025. It’s a chance for users to be part of the development process and shape the final software.
To be eligible, participants must use the Phone (3) as their daily device. They should also be willing to provide regular feedback to the Nothing team, maintain information security, and understand that this early build may be unstable. Testing is expected to run from August 2025 to early September.
Nothing also warns users that this Android 16 build is in its early stages of development. Some features may be missing or not function properly. It is strongly recommended to back up your device regularly while testing. More details and disclaimers can be found in the sign-up form.
If you’re interested in joining, you need to fill out the form linked below before 5 PM BST on Sunday, August 3, 2025. Selected users will be informed via email within a week, along with complete onboarding instructions.
Phone (3) Android 16 Closed Beta Sign-Up Form
Google is getting ready to launch the Pixel Buds 2a alongside the Pixel 10 series and the Pixel Watch 4 on August 20. Ahead of the event a new official-looking image of the Pixel Buds 2a has leaked online giving us a first look at the upcoming wireless earbuds.
While the image doesn’t reveal specs or features it does confirm one of the color options to be a deep blue shade called Iris. According to earlier reports the earbuds will also be available in Strawberry, Hazel and Fog Light.
The Pixel Buds 2a will be part of Google’s budget-friendly “a” series and will serve as a more affordable option compared to the Pixel Buds 2 Pro.
These new earbuds will replace the Pixel Buds A-Series, which launched back in 2021. So a refresh is long overdue.
While exact details are still under wraps the Pixel Buds 2a are expected to come with improved sound quality and better battery life compared to their predecessor.
With the launch just weeks away more information should be revealed soon.
Infinix has started teasing its upcoming smartphone the GT 30 5G+ for the Indian market. This new phone is expected to be a slightly lower version of the GT 30 Pro that was launched last month.
A landing page for the device has gone live on Flipkart hinting that the launch will be exclusive to the e-commerce platform.
The GT 30 5G+ will come with the same Cyber Mecha Design 2.0 seen on the Pro model. It also features customizable LED light strips on the back but unlike the Pro version which had multi-color lights this one will glow only in white.
To improve gaming performance the phone includes shoulder trigger buttons and comes with a BGMI 90fps certification from KRAFTON.
The device has also appeared on Geekbench in the past under the name GT 30. That listing revealed that the phone will be powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7400 chipset and will have 8GB of RAM.
While other specifications have not been officially confirmed yet it is possible that the GT 30 5G+ will share most features with the GT 30 Pro apart from the chipset and LED lighting changes.
Infinix has not announced a launch date yet but the phone is expected to arrive sometime next month.
Google has already revealed the design of all four Pixel 10 series phones and confirmed that the official launch event will take place on August 20. But a new tip gives us a possible answer to the next big question — when can you buy one?
According to a source working at a phone retail shop, the Pixel 10 Pro will go on sale on August 20, the same day as the launch event. This may mark the start of pre-orders, with deliveries and open sales likely to begin a few days later.
While this tip focuses only on the 10 Pro, there’s a chance the entire Pixel 10 lineup could follow a similar schedule. Last year, Google launched the Pixel 9 and 9 Pro XL in August, while the smaller Pro and Fold models arrived in September. But this time, it seems likely the 10 Pro and 10 Pro XL will launch together. The Pixel 10 Pro Fold’s timeline remains uncertain.
If the Pixel 10 series follows the same pattern as the Pixel 9 series:
- Unveil and pre-orders: August 20
- Shipping and open sales: Likely to begin around August 29
It’s also possible that the Pixel Watch 4 and Pixel Buds 2a will launch on a similar timeline, as Google tends to bundle announcements and sales for its ecosystem of devices.
While this information can’t be fully confirmed yet it does line up with Google’s usual release strategy so fans can expect more official news very soon.