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Nothing Brings AI News Reporter Widget for Its Phones
Nothing company has just dropped a new widget—Nothing News Reporter—for all Nothing Phone users. Developed by Nothing, the new widget brings you the latest news directly on the phone, powered by AI.
Nothing News Reporter Widget
This Nothing News Reporter widget was launched shortly after the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus and it is a different experience for users since its chief financial officer voices it as their news reporter. Users will thus be allowed to see news read out daily in a very familiar voice, hence personalizing news consumption.
This widget includes various topics of news: business, entertainment, general news, health-related, science, sports, and technology. Now, you can choose topics that interest you and listen to the new updates from the home screen.
Nothing News Reporter widget is now in beta. If you are a Nothing Widgets app beta user, you may update to the newest version and start testing this new functionality. The public release shall be pretty soon, and here is the link for Nothing widgets app for those who are interested.
This widget is available for Nothing Phone (1), Phone (2), Phone (2a), Phone (2a) Plus and CMF Phone 1.
The setup process only requires dropping the widget on your home screen and selecting topics related to news. The newscasts are shown in a nice animation along with a simple user interface. It is easy to play, pause, or move to news articles from the quick setting panel.
One of the engaging things about this widget is its very nature. It includes fun segments and interactive prompts for the delivery of news. The user is having fun, and that makes the experience pleasant.
As of now, there is only international news coverage through the widget. Nothing does have further plans to add more options into the future updates, which will include country-specific news. That would add more relevance to the widget for those seeking local news updates.
Besides this news reporter widget, a new feature is introduced in the date widget. Now the user can enable the date to update automatically. In this way, the date will always be up-to-date without doing it manually from the user side.
Although it is still in the developing stage, nothing News Reporter will be an interesting addition to the Nothing ecosystem, trying to provide users with a smooth and engaging way to become aware of news. More features and improvements are planned for the widget as it evolves, making it into a core tool for a Nothing phones.
London-based tech brand Nothing has announced that its upcoming Nothing Phone (3a) series will be manufactured in India. The company aims to support India’s growing manufacturing industry, invest in the local economy, and drive innovation.
Earlier, Nothing also made its Phone (1), Phone (2), and Phone (2a) in India at a Tamil Nadu factory. The new Phone (3a) Series will be produced in Chennai, where the factory employs over 500 people, with 95% of them being women. This facility plays a big role in producing Nothing’s latest smartphones.
Nothing’s Growth in India
Nothing is growing fast in the Indian smartphone market. According to Counterpoint Research, the company saw an impressive 577% growth in 2024. This success is mainly due to the Phone (2a) series and its budget-friendly sub-brand CMF by Nothing. The company also recently announced that it has crossed $1 billion in lifetime revenue since launching in October 2020.
Better After-Sales Support & Retail Expansion
To improve customer service, Nothing is expanding its after-sales support in India. It now has five exclusive service centers and a larger network of partner service locations. The company has also expanded its retail presence from 2,000 to 7,000 stores across India.
Nothing Phone (3a) Launch Details
The Nothing Phone (3a) Series is designed in London but will be made in India. The company has already teased the transparent design of the new phone. The official launch is set for March 4th, 2024.
Nothing is all set to launch its highly-anticipated Phone (3a) on March 4. The company has been teasing the phone, and the latest reveal confirms an exciting new feature—a dedicated camera button on the side. This button will allow users to quickly open the camera app and also function as a shutter button for taking photos and videos.
Improved Camera Performance
The Nothing Phone (3a) is expected to focus heavily on camera performance. It will come with a triple-camera setup, including a 50MP telephoto lens with 2x optical zoom—a first for the brand. Alongside the telephoto lens, the phone will feature a 50MP main camera and an 8MP ultrawide sensor, promising improved photography capabilities.
Expected Specifications
Rumors suggest that the Phone (3a) will have a 6.8-inch FHD+ AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate for a smooth viewing experience. It is expected to be powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 chipset and pack a 5,000 mAh battery with 45W fast charging support.
Leaked and Official Reveals
Recently, a leaked image showed the Nothing Phone (3a) with a protective case applied. While the full design remains a mystery, the new triple-camera setup was clearly visible. Later, Nothing officially confirmed the triple-camera design, along with slight changes to the Glyph LED lights on the back. However, the complete rear design of the phone has yet to be revealed.
With the launch just around the corner, more details are expected to surface soon.
A new update has started rolling out for the Nothing Wallpaper app, introducing exciting features and enhancements. The update brings new wallpapers inspired by Nothing OS 3.0 and the recently announced Nothing Phone (2a) Community Edition.
Update Details:
- Size: 13 MB
- Version: 1.6.7
- Eligible Devices: All Nothing Phones and CMF smartphones running Nothing OS 3.0 (based on Android 15).
How to Update:
If the app hasn’t updated automatically, follow these steps:
- Open the Google Play Store.
- Tap on your Profile.
- Navigate to Manage Apps and Device → Updates Available.
- Look for Nothing Wallpaper and tap Update.
For those who haven’t received the update yet, don’t worry. Updates are rolled out in stages, starting with beta testers to ensure any bugs are resolved before a wider release.
What’s New in Version Nothing Wallpaper 1.6.7
- New Wallpapers Added:
- Two wallpapers from Nothing OS 3.0.
- Six unique wallpapers from the Phone (2a) Community Edition.
- Improved Customisation Interface:
- Optimised wallpaper previews to ensure dynamic wallpapers look accurate.
- Bug Fixes:
- Resolved issues causing abnormal wallpaper display in certain scenarios.
- Fixed other known bugs for improved system reliability.
This update enhances the visual experience and ensures smoother performance. Be sure to check for the update and enjoy the fresh new look for your Nothing and CMF devices.