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Honor Power Launching April 15: Key Specs Leak Ahead of Official Reveal
Honor has officially confirmed that it will launch a new smartphone called the Honor Power on April 15 in China. While the company’s teasers have only shown a glimpse of the phone’s front design, a well-known tipster, Digital Chat Station, has now shared some key details about the device’s specifications.
Rumored Specs of Honor Power
According to the leak, the Honor Power will be powered by the Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 chipset (also known by its model number SM7550). The tipster also revealed that the phone will feature a massive 8,000mAh battery and support 80W fast charging, which means users can expect long battery life and quick charging speeds.
There are also reports that the Honor Power may support satellite messaging, a feature that can help users send messages even without a mobile network. However, the company hasn’t confirmed this officially, and many other details about the phone are still unknown.
Possible Model Numbers and Certifications
In recent weeks, some Honor smartphones have received certifications from China’s 3C authority. These models include DVD-AN00/AN80, AGN-AN00, and PPG-AN00. Among them, the first two are said to support 80W charging, while the third one may support up to 90W. Based on MIIT certification, the DVD-AN80 model supports satellite messaging, suggesting that this could be the upcoming Honor Power.
What’s Next for Honor?
Honor is also working on several other smartphones. These include the Honor GT Pro, the 400 series, the Honor X70 lineup, and new foldable phones like the Magic V2 Flip and Magic V5. According to leaks, the GT Pro might launch shortly after the Power, the 400 series could arrive in May, and the foldables may launch in June.
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.
Nothing has released a new software update for the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus. This update is part of the Nothing OS 3.0 (April version). It brings new features, security improvements, and important fixes that make the phone more secure and stable.
How to Get the Update
The company has not sent any notification for this update. So, users must check for it manually.
To do this, go to:
Settings > System > System Update > Check for Update.
The update size is about 211 MB. It includes the April 1, 2025 Android security patch, and the Google Play system update is dated March 1, 2025.
Power Off Verification Added
One of the biggest changes in this update is the Power Off Verification feature.
When this setting is turned on, your phone will ask for a PIN before someone can turn it off while it is locked. This is a useful feature to help protect your phone if it is lost or stolen.
To enable it, go to:
Settings > Security & Privacy > More Security Settings, and search for “Power Off Verify”.
Unlock Vibration Now Works Properly
Before this update, the phone still gave a vibration while unlocking, even if the Touch Feedback setting was turned off.
Now, this has been fixed. If touch feedback is off, the phone will not vibrate during unlock. This makes the experience more consistent and as per your settings.
Small Changes in Pop-Up View Design
The Pop-Up View has received some small visual improvements.
The minimize and close buttons look better, and you can now reposition the pop-up window more easily.
There is also a navigation bar added for better control, which was already seen in other recent updates.
Nothing Gallery Mentioned (But No Big Changes)
The changelog mentions “Introducing Nothing Gallery,” but users have reported that the app has not changed much.
There is a small update in the video seek bar, but the Nothing Gallery still doesn’t become the default app when Google Photos is disabled. So, this may not be a completely new feature for now.
Long Press to Clear All Apps
Now, in the recent apps menu, you can long press and swipe up to quickly clear all apps.
This feature was actually available earlier through a launcher update, but it has now been officially mentioned in the system update notes.
Emergency Dialing Issue Fixed
In rare cases, some users had trouble using the emergency dialer in certain areas. The April update fixes this issue to make sure the emergency call function works properly at all times.
System Stability and Performance Improved
Nothing also claims that this update improves the overall system stability and performance of the phone. So far, users report that the phone is running smoothly after the update, with no major bugs or issues.
Final Thoughts
The April 2025 update for the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus may not look big from the outside, but it brings important security and usability upgrades.
The Power Off PIN protection, unlock vibration fix, and system stability improvements make it a helpful update.
If you own this phone, it’s a good idea to install the update and enjoy the smoother and more secure experience.
Nothing has released a new software update for the Nothing Phone (1). This update brings Nothing OS 3.0 April version with several improvements and bug fixes. However, the company didn’t send a notification, so users must check manually by going to Settings > System > System Update.
What’s New in the Update?
- Update Size: 132 MB
- Build Number: Spacewar-V3.0-250409-2129
- Android Security Patch: 1st April 2025
Performance After the Update
The update takes around 16 minutes to install. After the update, the phone works smoothly with no major lag or network issues. The device may feel warm during installation, which is normal.
Main Features and Changes:
- Power Off Verify (Security Feature):
This was already available in the last update but has been mentioned again. When enabled, the phone will ask for a PIN if someone tries to switch it off while it’s locked. This helps in case of phone theft. - Improved Popup View:
The design of the title bar in popup windows is cleaner now, with better buttons for minimizing or closing the popup. - Fingerprint Vibration Control:
The fingerprint unlock vibration now follows the user’s Touch Feedback settings. If it’s turned off, the vibration won’t happen anymore while unlocking the phone. - Camera Performance Improved:
The camera app version has been updated from 76.00 to 78.00.
Some users may notice better HDR performance and slightly improved selfie quality, but there is still room for improvement in camera tuning. - Stability and Bug Fixes:
- Improved Bluetooth and network connectivity
- Fixed system stability issues
- Better overall user experience
Final Thoughts
This update may not bring massive changes, but it helps make the phone more stable and improves the camera slightly. If you use the Nothing Phone (1), it’s recommended to install the April update for better performance and security.