Nothing OS 4.0 (Android 16) is launching by September's end

Good news, Nothing fans. Your phones are set to receive their next major software update, Nothing OS 4.0, based on the latest Android 16, before the end of September. This timeline indicates a faster update rollout compared to previous years for the tech brand.

For context, Nothing's Android 15 update did not start hitting devices until late 2025. While that rollout was swift once it began, pushing Android 16 out significantly earlier in the year reflects a faster pace in Nothing's software development and deployment strategy. It also coincides with the availability of Android 16 stable to Pixel devices earlier than before.

Nothing to start Android 16-based Nothing OS 4.0 rollout in September

Of course, not all eligible Nothing models will likely receive the Android 16-based Nothing OS 4.0 in September. The company could be referring primarily to the new Nothing Phone (3). However, it signals that other models, such as the Nothing Phone (2) and the CMF Phones, could also receive the OTA much earlier than in previous years.

What can users expect from Nothing OS 4.0? Since it's built on Android 16, it will naturally include all the under-the-hood improvements and new features that Google's latest operating system brings, along with Nothing's signature aesthetic and features. Sadly, there are no specific details yet, but if I had to bet, we'll possibly see more AI features. The company has been working with the technology for its mobile devices for some time.

Regarding the Nothing Phone (3), the company promises 5 big Android OS updates and 7 years of security updates, setting itself above the industry average.