Nothing OS 4.0
introduces several device-specific features that leverage the unique hardware
of the Nothing Phone (3):
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Deeper Flip to Glyph Controls: Enhanced customization and functionality for the
signature rear-side Glyph Interface.
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Refined Pocket Mode: Improvements to prevent accidental activation and
optimize power consumption when the device is secured in a pocket or bag.
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New Glyph Toys: Two new playful light sequences, Hourglass and Lunar Cycle, are added to the Glyph experience.
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Mirror Selfie Upgrade: The front-facing camera feature now offers the
option to save the original, un-mirrored photo as a separate image within the
Gallery, providing greater flexibility.
Nothing OS 4.0: Core System-Wide Improvements
The bulk of the
changelog represents major system-wide features that will eventually be shared
with all compatible devices:
Glyph & Live Updates Integration
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Live Updates: This new feature delivers real-time
information—such as ride-share progress, delivery status, or timer
updates—directly to the screen and the Glyph Interface.
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Glyph Progress Expansion: Thanks to support for Android 16’s Live Updates feature, Nothing can now support a significantly
broader range of third-party applications with its light-based tracking system.
Visuals and Accessibility
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Refined Extra Dark Mode: The system-wide dark theme has been refined to
deepen blacks, improve contrast, and enhance power efficiency. It provides a
calmer, more focused appearance across Notifications, Quick Settings, and the
App Drawer.
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Expanded Widget Sizes: Users can now better design their home screens
with new 1x1 and 2x1 widget layouts for Pedometer, Weather, and Screen
Time.
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Integration: The Extra Dark Mode now extends to first-party
apps like Essential Space and the Launcher, with wider integration planned.
Multitasking and Privacy
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Pop-up View (Advanced Multitasking): Users can now simultaneously open two floating
applications and easily switch between them using simple gestures (swipe up to
minimize, pull down to full screen).
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Hidden Icons: For a cleaner, more personalized App Drawer,
users can hide any application while retaining access with a simple swipe
gesture.
Haptics and Motion
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Enhanced System Motion: The overall user experience is enhanced with
improved responsiveness. Every touch, swipe, and gesture now feels smoother and
more tactile.
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Haptic Feedback at Volume Limits: Subtle haptic feedback now provides a physical
cue when the volume reaches its minimum or maximum points.
·
Smooth App Animations: Opening and closing apps now feels more
immersive, with the home screen background gently scaling to create a sense of
depth during transitions.
Nothing Phone (3) Pricing Reference
For potential buyers,
the available memory configurations for the Nothing Phone (3) 5G remain:
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Configuration
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US Pricing (Deal)
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EU Pricing (Deal)
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256GB / 12GB RAM
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$639.00
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€539.00
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512GB / 16GB RAM
|
$719.00
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€638.99
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