Nothing OS 4.0 | Open Beta

Rob ⚡️ · 2025-09-30T12:00:00+00:00

### Nothing OS 4.0 Open Beta ![](https://cdn.nothing.community/2025-09-30/1759227558-662750-os4-beta-phone3-16x9-large.jpg "banner") [**Update**: OS4 Beta downloads have now ended for all devices. Enrolled testers are encouraged to continue sharing feedback!] We’re excited to bring you the **Nothing OS 4.0 Open Beta**. This is your chance to try out the newest features from Nothing OS alongside Android 16 before the official release. **Here’s what you can expect with Nothing OS 4.0 Beta:** ‎ **📱 Phone (3)** Phone (3) introduces the AI usage dashboard in Essential Space, giving you greater transparency over large model activity. This update also includes general improvements and bug fixes, with better lock screen and AOD performance, optimised brightness behaviour, enhanced camera stability, improved Bluetooth stability and compatibility, stronger Wi-Fi connectivity and network stability, and overall system stability enhancements. ‎ **📱 Phone (2), (2a) & (2a) Plus** These devices now include the “Stretch” Camera preset, created with photographer [Jordan Hemingway](https://nothing.community/d/37673), which enhances photos with rich shadows and extended highlights for a more distinctive look directly from the Camera app. In addition, this update brings system-level app optimisation to improve startup speed, available under ***Settings > Apps > App optimisation***. ‎ **Other new features** 🟢 Pop-up View with two floating icons for faster switching ⏱️ Two new lock screen clock faces ↔️ 2×2 Quick Settings tile support 🌑 Extra Dark Mode *(**Settings > Display > Dark theme > Extra dark mode**)* ### ***‎-*** ### **✨ Essential Apps & Playground** Essential Apps are now live. You can create widgets with AI and share them in Playground alongside Camera Presets and EQ Profiles. With Nothing OS 4.0, Phone (3) supports up to 6 widgets and other models up to 2, a temporary limit set to keep performance smooth.[ Learn more in our Essential post.](https://nothing.community/d/43142) ### - ### **Notes** * Please back up your data (photos, call logs, contacts, etc.) before installing any of our Betas. * Your device may temporarily heat up and consume more power after updating. This will return to normal shortly after installation. **How to join:** * Make sure your device is on the latest stable build, go to ***About phone*** **> *banner.*** You need to have the following versions installed to take part: * **Phone (3):** Metroid-V3.5-250911-2112 * **Phone (3a):** Asteroids-V3.2-251013-1406 * **Phone (3a)** **Pro:** Asteroids-V3.2-251013-1406 * **Phone (2)**: Pong-V3.2-250917-1451 * **Phone (2a)**: Pacman-V3.2-250904-1648 * **Phone** **(2a) Plus**: PacmanPro-V3.2-250904-1704 > **⚠️ Disclaimer:** Our Open Beta OTA servers have **now closed** for Phone (2), (2a), (2a)+ and (3). (3a) and (3a) Pro downloads are still available [here](https://nothing.community/d/45141-nothing-os-40-phone-3a-series-open-beta "(3a) Series downloads"). **Then:** 1. Download our [Beta Updates Hub .apk ](https://d2j3l8bo7dc01w.cloudfront.net/NothingOfflineOtaUpdate_signed_I8b71f630b74e3dcb939d33d99815d63507c48298.apk?Expires=2017212322&Signature=0ZSGSzoDMAAgBSkxkDIBiLIFsnxsod0jHYr2IH3wYUhANZmSNBjlghmxgrFikEJSrigIqd708z0JxSWy28~~2nS3qoNnXGChY90xZt0c0htScM4DPfPW~vDk2nZiO8IZfOneeXODuf5MQ3sjytJD45oF5yDPaJ0MKG24j4wBfs~V5GA4kf-GFRotIuUjkzA1GaCwA4NyUs-1L5jx~ZTlBJLCaxAMWDRYTN9-Ve9gPVrm-9bmLf1~ouM3bQM3zZHMIXO0Fu74S4XnxhZH4iXNWPVfHHBQe3cM~Iq0zbVRaSWPZpPFZaY-rbA~YDEi524CKxzC1mvyFmpjyMlTQHVX3w__&Key-Pair-Id=K1EOR8HYJKSWP1) and install it from your **Downloads** folder. 2. Go to ***Settings > System > Nothing Beta Hub***. 3. Tap "***Join Beta***" to sign up. After successful registration, Tap "***Go to Update***" to upgrade. **Tip:** * If tapping "***Go to Update***" fails, check manually by heading to ***Settings > System > System updates*** and check for updates. **Once installed:** * We encourage you to share your feedback to help us continue to refine the experience. * Your feedback can be shared via ***Settings > System > Feedback***, or join the discussion here on[ ](https://nothing.community)nothing.community via our [dedicated threads](https://nothing.community/d/43340-nothing-os-40-open-beta-feedback "Feedback threads"). > **⚠️ Disclaimer:** This is Beta software and may interfere with your data. It could also require a factory reset. Please back up your data before updating. ### - ### **Rolling back to Stable** If you need to return to Nothing OS 3.5 for any reason, follow these steps: 1. Download the relevant rollback package: [Phone (3)](https://d2j3l8bo7dc01w.cloudfront.net/ota_diff_20250917_121804_20250911_211219.zip?Expires=2017398416&Signature=cPqO57520XONBQMau-1d9tL1d~4mU1Iy2ulJ7FmmKXkLSLDaJ1mJzMo~SJrou677VRNMVf8Twttzp~d21x-9RHJWbCwwjJ1mqlJ154qAzZVpT8HNVxTIJ5nCDtNj0ED3x02Tcu01hWPIjS4xl9C4Ay2U~qzSCuXTA4Hma5UEXWblyVRftEczDZsxlACrU4k5ksaI6lAMBvDkTk-n7ahHD00gF1Rt7s18xi0HWamAim0AQXQQeXh6ocqtPXtWME~yw8hoWTcu3YeXV8aX0fTRMCla3-ET9ClUuLiWUqLf0Qdps4YCwxsepOwVsAU5zgm4iJiFyc3bOze1-LOZde1pHA__&Key-Pair-Id=K1EOR8HYJKSWP1) [Phone (3a)](https://d2j3l8bo7dc01w.cloudfront.net/ota_diff_20251021_153926_20251013_140655.zip?Expires=2020301093&Signature=eQRpvjndBp9OAvanVEuR8yUlM-4wLe9Ce7HDuvGOAnDP0HHc8Tjg2oaevNBY-gqxMXgDTCIhH--HCl9AxxSFEIW5PsDpugN9Yg7TZL-e4x7Uj5n~uDudHuA1Yup4~kTflSRIG5-MqpwLd0gd6SUt5kjzI1tknuU0Hp50DqVXl4GVJx44f-wz5~pkJMPfgIaKebkq29p0ocozH9rWJ-FKZvS4yQX83GBKBm23wvRc2bDv60bxu1a4i08Y37y61RPaBvjvtm1bsmEAEhYNNchxPWnqC1qhuhEWp1~-aNaxPnuuCxdIPlzLFNiKGGzEc8vs3ostYqKGXbvI3abRhFOTsw__&Key-Pair-Id=K1EOR8HYJKSWP1 "(3a) rollback") [Phone (3a) Pro](https://d2j3l8bo7dc01w.cloudfront.net/ota_diff_20251021_153926_20251013_140655.zip?Expires=2020301093&Signature=eQRpvjndBp9OAvanVEuR8yUlM-4wLe9Ce7HDuvGOAnDP0HHc8Tjg2oaevNBY-gqxMXgDTCIhH--HCl9AxxSFEIW5PsDpugN9Yg7TZL-e4x7Uj5n~uDudHuA1Yup4~kTflSRIG5-MqpwLd0gd6SUt5kjzI1tknuU0Hp50DqVXl4GVJx44f-wz5~pkJMPfgIaKebkq29p0ocozH9rWJ-FKZvS4yQX83GBKBm23wvRc2bDv60bxu1a4i08Y37y61RPaBvjvtm1bsmEAEhYNNchxPWnqC1qhuhEWp1~-aNaxPnuuCxdIPlzLFNiKGGzEc8vs3ostYqKGXbvI3abRhFOTsw__&Key-Pair-Id=K1EOR8HYJKSWP1 "(3a) Pro Rollback") [Phone (2)](https://d2j3l8bo7dc01w.cloudfront.net/ota_diff_20250928_200323_20250917_145149.zip?Expires=2018335440&Signature=GZuT4DGrgRMUM60NovPwPmd5gssakJHj538gn~kOE6EsMTi1b~htyfa4g5YwPYFxxhkALlf3pogaosONT2Fm5dHvzt1wHkENMxsf5bc7Xdl1NF3zUFgBNFnIudS4-iHhmmtrehIx33~TQyjz1zQO1ztyrW6WGvgbpNmIIbu61ie14BhMO3g9W9GLbns4rmvsZgiD9x8HBtBtR~sBdupTs3W38uTMRlSq7TCX3V6h8bpyB~TWAAr89R8ndrPilxYMalmX6UTn084RH9xZC7NjYtRtgabsQx0X85Pi2UrXkPvhdBf5~Nwu5JVoiC2tCoMUwcHfoTfX~46b~aKpif1wuQ__&Key-Pair-Id=K1EOR8HYJKSWP1 "Phone (2) Beta") [Phone (2a)](https://d2j3l8bo7dc01w.cloudfront.net/ota_full_downgrade_20250904_164803.zip?Expires=2017994852&Signature=LOcKk6t56-FCKmQQEu0VHnuxQDB423J7cwUqTtepzhteamm0QkzjLW1S7rEUIb1quaRk09p6HC7awjvhWrr7j8g4OgoB77aBXRfHnf9zvyHHTSLQfPyRNrFAhUNt8YEt4aFwYpUGMrls-73RJH89ZqHF5Zf35TyaXd076iQ2K0-pbwUcWMX5InZbbMeMnNcxfxZifVVATF-nZdIxaM4P8uZJQEd8sPvHDUXYoQM6RNAvHiXkrHxi7EeUa0eqakpSbxqg3C6U2qh6neSRLF3f-WLHoqhpSwyQUeHS1uz6ND869-db95p-Zj8nILEmMfbkjLiS~et22-g17KI14AKCdg__&Key-Pair-Id=K1EOR8HYJKSWP1 "Phone (2a) Beta") [Phone (2a) Plus](https://d2j3l8bo7dc01w.cloudfront.net/ota_full_downgrade_20250904_170416.zip?Expires=2017994875&Signature=LILS4QXiVgBAbS5Och1r4sGviY-GHAd6fgdlbT8DU7dhDomspEA1xZmYPgnnDJyxPFasjZODsRvRg~nVxQOFjyUlsgJGrszXQeei8cgK~KsIfDtR0UirTpaCIooamIRy69rjmnM2Tbkoy3tqzJjhR2LY3ymqwNEAQnqWJCCqlGLgMYdIbwtvKBCAOXa1rnrHh~~ShGRE6sLUGRuGNHWoSOubbJADoR-eg4DJ3qnYApeHsBiVJM-orYL3IPDlO1eyw~V~8aXy8sO~GHeB7OLoSMmvEvRN5Bq5eEfyOp1QPf2K7cp0crdxU-FobhqKY0lZC~1~EKJ1dzRVTURVcbBqag__&Key-Pair-Id=K1EOR8HYJKSWP1 "Phone (2a) Plus Beta") 2. Go to ***Settings > System > Nothing Beta Hub*** 3. Tap Import file and select the package. 4. Follow the on-screen instructions. **Tip:** * If you see an error, create a folder called ***Documents*** in ***Internal Storage*** and try again. > **⚠️ Disclaimer:** Rolling back will factory reset your device and erase all data due to Google’s rollback rules. Please back up everything before proceeding. Nothing cannot accept responsibility for issues caused during rollback. For help, contact customer support. **Other Open Beta Release Dates** The Open Beta for **Phone (3a) Series** has now arrived, read more about it in [this dedicated post](https://nothing.community/d/45141-nothing-os-40-phone-3a-series-open-beta "(3a) Series Post").

Jiří Mrázek

Doesn’t work on my Nothing Phone 2

IkuMitsubishy

Jiří Mrázek I have the same thing on Np2a plus

Til21

Jiří Mrázek Same here

onstart_music

Jiří Mrázek I have the same issue for Phone (2)

EDIT: just retried, it works now!

Antonio_Luis

Jiří Mrázek I’m getting the same thing

Phantom

Still on Phone (1) but have fun on this version !

SharkzLiew

Phantom Thank you ☺️

_yw_AG4EJpPCJD

Phantom i 2nd that

Rutamo

Phantom theres a discount for Phone 1 users for a NEW 3a

Kawar

Phantom

If you want there is lineage os support for your phone

Shakkiization

Got the right model. Number on p3 and fail to join

CMF1_hacker

I hereby complain that there should NOT be a dash between 3 and UK on the mock-up.

Is that design team sleeping 🤣🤣🤣

Arcalius

Huh, I’m on the EEA version of the latest software for the Phone 3 but I cannot join the beta. Will this be rectified?

EstebanGil_ymaeeF8YA5

Arcalius I’m on the EEA version too and I could update

ChandramouliJoshi_booSt8liJZ

IkuMitsubishy try joining now as there was traffic at that time , too many users tried to join the beta programme

Nicouschulas

Rob ⚡️
Finalllyy! I’m unsure if I will install it but thanks for bringing it to so many devices!

But no camera update for 2a? But presets? I think all will be added and not only the new one

BabyMeng

doesnt work on phone 3

jamshi993

BabyMeng Please check normal update settings - about phone - and check update once. And goto nothing beta hub check once again. U can Join to beta program

MohanMurarii

BabyMeng I am facing the same issue on phone 3

Karthik

BabyMeng just try again dude..I clicked 3 times it was a sucess at the third

ajzee123

BabyMeng me also what can I do.?

Arcalius

Could just been because the servers are getting hammered, and Nothing are doing what they can to rectify it…I am hoping that is the case…ever the optimist 🙂

Sickchild72

Let’s go

Arcalius

Sickchild72 That’s it rub it in 😃

luki_fi

Where CMF Phone 1??? I want beta too😭😭😭

AkshayaKrishna

luki_fi I have cmf 2 I want too😭

RistelVis

luki_fi exactly, I want it ok my CMF pro 2 😭😭

Nicouschulas

luki_fi

Currently online for nothing phones (not 1 and 3a and 3a pro (these in October))

Sickchild72

BrianWai

Sickchild72 same

Guru

What is the timeline for Cmf ?

Sickchild72

Jfordi

onstart_music right with ya there as well

Sickchild72

Let’s go

AshishChandra

Same error on my 2a also, 🙁

CMF1_hacker

Perhaps I return when it’s less busy

JesusRuiz

CMF1_hacker same on Nothing 2a