Over the past few days, I’ve been following the conversations around the Nothing OS 4.0 stable release pretty closely. Even though I’m still on version 3.2 myself, the amount of feedback, screenshots, and early impressions being shared has made it easier to get a sense of what’s changing and what still needs refinement.
From what I’ve seen so far, one of the most noticeable changes is the updated status bar. The design in the screenshots looks like a step toward a more streamlined and modern layout compared to what’s currently on 3.2. However, a lot of users have mentioned issues with spacing and alignment that don’t seem entirely intentional. Since I haven’t tested 4.0 directly on my device, it’s hard to know whether this is the result of an unfinished layout pass or a design decision that simply isn’t landing well yet, but it’s definitely an area that seems to need a bit more polishing based on the feedback circulating.
Another point that keeps coming up — and something I personally agree with — is the need for a more capable Always-On Display. The 3a uses an AMOLED panel, which is well-suited for displaying subtle visuals and customizable AOD content without major power drain. While Nothing’s current AOD keeps things minimal and functional, there’s a lot of potential for more depth. Other manufacturers, like OnePlus, have shown that features such as image-based AOD elements, more diverse clock styles, and light personalization options can coexist with battery efficiency. Expanding in that direction would give the phone more character without compromising the minimalist aesthetic Nothing aims for.
For now, all my impressions are based on what others have shared, but it’s been interesting to observe how the update is being received. The direction of Nothing OS 4.0 looks promising overall, though it’s clear there are still details that could use refinement as the rollout expands.
Once the update reaches my device, I’m looking forward to experiencing it firsthand and forming a more complete picture. In the meantime, I’d appreciate hearing more from anyone already on 4.0 — especially regarding the status bar behaviour, AOD functionality, and any other visual or usability changes that stood out.
Looking forward to the stable release- and this is just my opinion and feedback.
Edit : - Through my language it might seem that Nothing has made big changes, but I meant that this time it’s just small changes and I hope that they will make bigger changes in the future maybe with 4.1 onwards.
Thanks.
