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Nothing Community Headlines Widget Now Available with New Launcher Updates
Nothing has rolled out in-app updates for the Nothing Launcher and Widgets app. The changes can be seen on the Nothing Launcher, particularly in the widgets and app icons. The changes that one would find would be additions and edits in the number of rows and columns, plus improved alignment for an orderly appearance. Some of the notable changes include adding more rows to provide more space and flexible organization on the home screen, fine-tuning alignment of icons to make things a bit sleeker, and fixing a number of bugs to improve overall UX.
Nothing Communtiy Headlines Widget
This release is most noticeably highlighted by Community Headlines Widget support. This new widget brings the Nothing Community website directly onto your home screen, showing you new posts from the community. It keeps users updated about new posts directly from their home screen. You can just swipe up or down on the widget and see the latest headlines, so it serves conveniently to keep you in touch with the Nothing community.
Nothing Launcher Changes
Currently, these are rolled out for users who are beta program. If you want the updates you need to Participate in the Nothing Launcher and Widgets Beta program.
Look for the Nothing Launcher app in Google Play Store, scroll down to its info page, and join the beta testing program. Once you join, you will have to restart your phone to see updates.
Among these changes, there is an overall reduction in size of the quick settings widget. For example, the Wi-Fi quick setting widget and clock widgets are smaller and provide a cleaner interface. Additionally, multiple icons of apps, including Photos and Play Store, have been enlarged.
For updating the Nothing Widgets app, you need to become a beta tester. Open the app; after opening it, look for updates and install them. The community headlines widget will get refreshed in this update.
To get the community headlines widget, users will need an update to v2.4.0 for the widgets app and v2.6.2 for the launcher app. You can then update and above mentioned procedure and add new Community Headlines Widget on the home screen. This widget shows not only headlines but also corresponding thumbnails. Clicking a headline redirected directly to the Nothing Community Website for detailed information. This widget is resizable; you can make it of any size you prefer. The minimum size for the widget is 2×2 format.
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I tested Nothing’s Essential Space on the Nothing Phone (3) and OnePlus Mind Space on the OnePlus 11. Both look similar on the surface, but the way they work feels very different. Let’s break it down.
Nothing Essential Space has a dedicated Essential Key button. Just double press, and the app opens instantly. From there, you can create summaries, reminders, or even voice notes. Everything is simple and fast.
OnePlus Mind Space works with a three-finger swipe gesture. It opens smoothly and also creates summaries and reminders, but you need to do more manual steps compared to Nothing.
The big win for Essential Space is that it syncs directly with Google Calendar. Add a reminder once, and it’s already there. You can even record voice notes or use the camera app to analyze photos and auto-generate descriptions.
Mind Space, on the other hand, shines with app-wise sorting. For example, it can organize summaries by WhatsApp, Chrome, or Twitter, which is quite useful. But adding reminders is manual, and sharing options are limited.
Nothing also adds cool exclusive features like Flip-to-Record, where you just flip the phone, hold the key, and it records with Glyph animations. Later, the AI auto-summarizes your entire meeting or talk into English text. Super handy!
Sharing is also easier on Nothing. You can export your notes as an image, PDF, or Markdown and send them anywhere. On OnePlus, you only get the delete option, which feels basic.
Overall, Nothing Essential Space feels more polished and feature-rich, while OnePlus Mind Space is still catching up. The app-wise sorting on OnePlus is neat, but Nothing’s extra features make it the better option for now.
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The CMF Phone 1 has started receiving the August Nothing OS 3.2 update. This update comes with version V3.2-250723-1800 and is sized at 252 MB. It brings new widget features, bug fixes, and several performance improvements.
One of the main highlights is the improvement to widgets. Shared widgets now support more sticker types, making them more fun and customisable. The Countdown widget has received a new Recurring option along with additional shape choices. This means you can set countdowns to repeat automatically. The Pedometer and Screentime widgets can now also be shared, adding more ways to interact and share information.
In the general improvements section, Nothing has added the option to set the Nothing Gallery as the default for previewing photos in Camera settings. The camera itself has also received stability enhancements for a smoother experience. Bluetooth call issues in Telegram, which affected some watches and earbuds, have been fixed.
The update also resolves font display issues in apps like Instagram, Subito, and a few others. On the security side, the August 2025 security patch has been included, ensuring better device protection. Finally, overall system stability has been improved, and performance has been optimised for a smoother user experience.
The August Nothing OS 3.2 update is rolling out gradually, so CMF Phone 1 users may receive it at different times depending on their region.
Nothing has released the August update for the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus, bringing Nothing OS 3.2 with several new improvements and fixes. The update is 259 MB in size and comes with the build number V3.2-250731-1640. It focuses on enhancing the camera experience, fixing bugs, and improving system stability, along with the latest Android security patch.
One of the major changes in this update is in the Camera app. Users can now choose a default album for preview images in the settings, making photo organization more convenient. The update also improves overall camera stability, ensuring smoother performance when taking pictures and recording videos.
Apart from camera enhancements, the update also addresses some important issues. It fixes a problem that caused rapid battery drain when certain smartwatches were connected to the phone. Additionally, it resolves Bluetooth call issues in Telegram when paired with some watches and earbuds.
There are also fixes for text display problems in apps like Instagram, Subito, and others when using the Inter font. Lastly, the update includes the August 2025 Android security patch, which improves the phone’s security and protects it against the latest threats.
With these improvements, the Nothing OS 3.2 August update aims to deliver a smoother and more reliable experience for Nothing Phone (2a) Plus users.