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CMF Phone 1 Gets April 2025 Update with New Features and Fixes
Nothing has released the April 2025 update for the CMF Phone 1, bringing several improvements and bug fixes under Nothing OS 3.0. This update is similar to the one received by the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus but includes a few minor differences.
How to Update
Nothing didn’t send any notification about this update, so users will need to check manually.
To do this, go to:
Settings > System > System Update > Check for Update
The update is 203 MB in size and takes around 12 minutes to install. After updating, the software version remains Nothing OS 3.0, but the build number is now Tetris-V3.0-250409-1734.
- Android Security Patch: 1st April 2025
- Google Play System Update: 1st March 2025
Nothing Gallery Mentioned, But Still Not Default
The update notes mention “Introducing Nothing Gallery,” but the app has not been set as the default gallery. Even after disabling Google Photos, the system still doesn’t open Nothing Gallery by default, just like on the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus.
However, the gallery has recently been updated via the Play Store, adding a search bar with categories like Nature, Transport, and Human, but that change is unrelated to this system update.
Long Press to Clear All Recent Apps
A feature to quickly clear recent apps is mentioned again. Now, you can long press in the recent apps menu and swipe up to clear all apps at once.
This feature was already available through an earlier update to the Nothing Launcher, but it’s now officially included in the system.
Unlock Vibration Now Follows Touch Feedback Setting
Before this update, the phone gave vibration feedback during unlocking, even if Touch Feedback was turned off. This issue is now fixed.
You can find the option in:
Settings > Sound & Vibration > Vibration > Touch Feedback
Now, if Touch Feedback is disabled, there will be no vibration when unlocking the phone with the fingerprint sensor.
Improved Pop-Up View Design
The pop-up view design has been slightly optimized.
Buttons like minimize and close are placed more clearly, and the navigation bar has returned in the pop-up mode.
You can also resize and reposition the pop-up window more easily now. These improvements are minor but help enhance usability.
Fixed Slow Data Network Switching
In rare cases, switching between mobile data networks on dual SIM phones was slow.
This issue has now been fixed, although most users may not have noticed the problem earlier.
Lock Screen Widget Transfer Support
A new feature allows lock screen widgets to be transferred when moving your data to another Nothing device, like the upcoming Nothing Phone 3. This makes switching to a new phone smoother and keeps your lock screen settings intact.
Emergency Dialing Bug Fixed
In some rare cases, emergency dialing didn’t work correctly.
Nothing has now fixed this issue, although most users may not have experienced it.
System Stability and Performance
The update also includes general system stability improvements.
While some users noticed minor lags right after the update, the phone returns to normal performance after a short time. Further testing using benchmark apps may give a clearer picture of performance changes.
Final Thoughts
The April update for the CMF Phone 1 brings several small but important improvements. While Nothing Gallery is still not the default app, other updates like the unlock vibration fix, pop-up view design, and data network switching fix make the phone more reliable.
If you own the CMF Phone 1, this update is worth installing for a smoother and more stable experience.
Earlier, users of Nothing Phones were able to activate the Essential Search Bar by updating the Nothing Launcher to the latest version. While it brought some improvements, a few features were still missing — especially the useful AI Search option.
Actually, it’s from the Nothing Phone (3), which is running the latest Nothing OS 3.5 update and already has all the Essential Search features fully functional.
This new Essential AI Search (Universal Search) allows users to search for anything directly from the home screen or app drawer — no need to open Google Chrome. It shows relevant results, including images, and sometimes gives quick answers in paragraph form. However, in some cases, it may not show images.
Now, older Nothing Phones can also get this feature! We have extracted the APK (installation file) from the new Nothing Phone (3), and it works smoothly on older devices too.
Important:
Before installing the APK, make sure your phone already has Nothing Launcher version 3.3.4 or later.
Essential Search – Download
This small tweak brings the latest smart search experience to older Nothing devices without needing to wait for an official update.
The upcoming Realme 15 Pro 5G has been spotted in a leaked live image, giving us a closer look at its design and features before launch. The image, shared on social media, shows the phone in a stylish Velvet Green color with a leather-like back finish. It also confirms a brand-new camera design.
Instead of the round camera rings seen on previous Realme phones, the 15 Pro features a rectangular camera module. It includes two rear cameras, both with 50MP sensors – one for regular shots and the other for ultrawide photos. However, the phone doesn’t include a telephoto lens, which might be reserved for a more premium 15 Pro Plus model. On the front, there’s a 50MP selfie camera embedded in the display.
The leaked image also reveals some major specifications. The Realme 15 Pro will be powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 chipset, with 8GB RAM and 128GB storage. It also includes a huge 7,000mAh battery with 80W fast charging, all packed into a slim 7.69mm thick body.
Realme has already teased several features, especially the display. The phone comes with a curved AMOLED screen offering a 144Hz refresh rate, 6,500 nits peak brightness, and a 94% screen-to-body ratio. The display also supports a 2,500Hz touch sampling rate and is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass.
The Realme 15 Pro 5G will run Realme UI 6.0 based on Android 15, and bring new AI-powered features such as:
- AI Edit Genie – edit photos using voice commands
- AI Gaming Coach 2.0 – assist users during gameplay
- AI Ultra Touch Control – enhance gaming touch response
The phone will be available in four colors: Flowing Silver, Silk Purple, Velvet Green, and Silk Pink. It is expected to launch in India on July 24.
Lenovo has launched its latest tablet, the Yoga Tab Plus, in India. This tablet is being promoted as Lenovo’s First AI Tablet. It is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor and includes Qualcomm’s Hexagon NPU, which offers 20 TOPS of AI performance. Lenovo also adds its AI Now software to help users work faster and more efficiently.
The Yoga Tab Plus features a 12.7-inch LCD display with a 3K resolution and a 144Hz refresh rate for smooth visuals. For audio, it has six speakers by Harman Kardon with Dolby Atmos support, providing an excellent sound experience.
The tablet works with the Lenovo Tab Pen Pro stylus and a 2-in-1 Keyboard, which includes a special smart key for quick access to Lenovo’s AI tools. It runs on Android 14 with Lenovo’s ZUI 16 and will receive three major Android updates up to Android 17, along with four years of security updates.
Lenovo also offers Smart Connect features such as:
- Share Hub for easy file sharing across phones, tablets, and PCs.
- App Streaming to stream tablet apps to a PC.
- Smart Clipboard for copying and pasting between devices.
Lenovo Yoga Tab Plus Specifications
Lenovo Yoga Tab Plus Specs:
- Display: 12.7-inch 3K LCD, 144Hz refresh rate, 900 nits brightness, Dolby Vision
- Processor: Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
- GPU: Adreno 750
- RAM: 16GB
- Storage: 256GB or 512GB
- Software: Android 14 (3 years OS updates, 4 years security patches)
- Rear Camera: 13MP with LED flash
- Front Camera: 13MP
- Audio: Six Harman Kardon speakers, Dolby Atmos, USB-C audio
- Connectivity: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, USB Type-C 3.2
- Battery: 10,200mAh with 45W fast charging
- Extras: Fingerprint sensor, Lenovo AI apps, Adobe Lightroom, WPS Office
- Accessories: Tab Pen Plus, 2-in-1 Keyboard
- Color: Tidal Teal
- Weight: 640g
Price and Availability
- The 256GB variant is priced at Rs 44,999.
- The 512GB variant is available for Rs 47,999.
You can purchase it on Amazon.in and also through Lenovo’s official online and offline stores.