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Nothing OS 3.0: Full List of Leaked Features
Nothing is about to release its next most anticipated Android major update for Nothing Phone users. Nothing OS 3.0 based on Android 15 is expected to bring many new features, UI, and improvements. Recently, Nothing began recruiting Beta testers to try out the update, and now the changelog has leaked, giving us a look at what’s coming.
This is the first closed beta update, which is released to Nothing Phone (2a) CBT users but somehow Smartprix leaked the whole changelog and new features.
Nothing OS 3.0 Beta Changelog
We’ll summarize the changelog for readers in simple words.
- Redesigned Quick Settings panel.
- Updated lock screen clock with customization options.
- Ability to reset the home screen to Nothing’s default layout from the customization page.
- App archiving feature to manage storage.
- Partial screen recording capability.
- Refreshed Settings page with a new look.
- Enhanced setup wizard for a smoother experience.
- Predictive back gestures for supported apps.
- Improved portrait mode, low-light camera performance, and interface enhancements.
- Better fingerprint unlock design and more responsive gesture navigation.
The update includes a new Quick Settings menu which has been in development since the Nothing OS 2.5’s release. Another major addition is the lock screen customization.
Users can choose from different clock styles and even shrink the clock to make room for more widgets. It’s called the Dynamic Clock which can also adjust itself automatically.
The Settings app has also been redesigned, making it more organized and visually appealing. When navigating through the options, a shading effect appears at the top of the screen, which looks good. A new charging assistant feature will notify users if their phone isn’t charging at an optimal speed.
Also, Nothing OS 3.0 comes with Android 15-specific features like app archiving, predictive back animations, and partial screen recording. Though some of these updates seem small, they are still important improvements.
Carl Pei posted some upcoming features on X a few months ago. This includes the Nothing Community and Gallery apps and a feature called Private Space from Android 15, these might be added to Nothing OS later. Although this beta update might not be the final version, the upcoming features are shaping up to make this one of the most exciting releases for Nothing Phones.
The company might be working on releasing the next beta update very soon for Phone (2a) CBT users. If talking about Nothing OS 3.0 stable release it may happen in November or December.
Nothing has released a new software update for the CMF Phone 2 Pro. This update brings the latest version of Nothing OS 3.2 and includes several improvements across the system, especially in terms of camera performance, stability, and security. The update file size is 248 MB and comes with the June 2025 Android security patch.
One of the key highlights of this update is the improved system functionality. Users can now reset their Private Space password using their lock screen password through the reset options. Additionally, the update brings better stability for Pop-up View and pattern unlock on the lock screen, making the overall experience smoother. A rare issue related to noise during phone calls has also been fixed, improving call quality.
The update also focuses heavily on enhancing the camera experience. It optimizes noise issues that occurred while using the telephoto lens in certain scenarios. Photo quality in outdoor scenes has been improved, and users will also notice better clarity when shooting in low-light or night conditions. Overall camera stability and smoothness have been enhanced as well, and a bug causing brightness changes in the Gallery while zooming has been resolved.
As with many updates, users might experience temporary heating or slightly higher battery usage during the update process. However, the phone is expected to return to normal performance once the update is fully installed and settled.
This is a significant update for CMF Phone 2 Pro users, especially for those who frequently use the camera. It’s recommended to connect the phone to Wi-Fi and ensure it has enough battery charge before downloading and installing the update.
Nothing has released a major new update for the Nothing Gallery app, and it brings one of the most requested features — a built-in photo and video editor. With this update, users can now edit their photos and videos directly inside the Gallery app, without needing to use any third-party apps.
This new editor comes with a variety of useful tools. For photo editing, you now get options like crop, rotate, flip, and resize. There are also advanced settings such as exposure, contrast, vibrance, saturation, highlights, shadows, warmth, tint, sharpness, and more. Users can fine-tune their images using 12 different adjustment tools, making it easier to get the perfect look.
Nothing has also added 10 new filters to the app, including styles like Natural, Warm, Cold, Noir, Black & White, and Negative. The best part is that each filter comes with a custom intensity slider, allowing users to control how strong the effect appears on their photos.
Video editing is now supported too. You can trim video clips, adjust volume levels, and even control the speed of slow-motion videos. This makes it a complete solution for basic video edits directly from the Gallery app itself.
The user interface has also received improvements. Albums now appear in a grid view, and the font and layout across the app look cleaner and more modern. The update also changes the version of the app from 1.1.26.0606 to 2.0.9.0623, indicating a big upgrade.
However, the Gallery app is still not the default photo viewer after taking pictures on older Nothing devices. Even if you disable Google Photos, some phones may still struggle to open photos with the Gallery app. But this issue is expected to be fixed in the Nothing Phone (3), where Nothing Gallery will reportedly be set as the default.
Another small but important feature added is the smart categorization of photos and videos. The app will now automatically sort your media into categories like people, nature, or transport — but only when your phone is charging and not in use. This AI-powered feature is still rolling out and might not appear for everyone immediately.
Currently, there’s also a basic cut-out tool for images, which hints that more AI editing features may be added in future updates. For now, this update already brings a much better and smoother experience.
If you haven’t updated yet, just search for “Nothing Gallery” on the Google Play Store and update it to enjoy all these new features.
Nothing is getting ready to launch its next smartphone, the Nothing Phone (3). The company is known for its unique transparent design and the special Glyph Interface — LED lights on the back of the phone that give you notifications in a smart and subtle way.
With the Phone (3), Nothing is making this feature even better. The new Glyph Matrix replaces the big LED strips with a small group of tiny lights in the top-right corner of the phone. This new setup is smaller, but it can do much more.
The Glyph Matrix lets the lights form symbols, animations, and patterns. It can react to sounds or your touch. This means the back of the phone is not just for alerts anymore — it becomes a fun and personal way to connect with your phone.
Adam Bates, Head of Design at Nothing, explained:
“Since Phone (1), the Glyph lights helped people stay focused while still seeing important updates. With Phone (3), the Glyph Matrix takes that idea further. It gives more options for showing lights in a way that feels alive and personal.”
The smaller design also helps free up space inside the phone for better hardware. The Phone (3) will come with a top-level processor, so the performance will match the cool design.
Bates added:
“This is still the Glyph Interface that people love, just in a new form. The back of the phone is no longer just for signals — it’s a canvas for expression.”
The Nothing Phone (3) promises to bring smarter lights, better performance, and the same bold style that makes Nothing phones stand out.