Nothing OS Release Roadmap

Zac 🛸 · 2026-06-12T16:20:00+00:00

![](https://cdn.nothing.community/2026-06-12/1781281081-831748-nothingosrolloutjune12.jpg "banner") Hey Community, We’re making software updates easier to track. This post will be the place to check the latest status of Nothing OS rollouts, feature availability, and app-based updates across Nothing devices. We’ll keep it updated as rollouts progress and new information is ready to share. 👇 Down below you can find a list of FAQ’s along with brief descriptions of the various stages in software development. This also includes some tips on how to stay up to date on our software releases and feature rollouts. --- ## Current Nothing OS rollout status ### Nothing OS 4.0 ✅ Nothing OS 4.0 rollout is now complete for eligible devices. ### Nothing OS 4.1 ✅ Nothing OS 4.1 rollout is now complete for eligible devices. ## Why some features may arrive later, or only on certain devices Not every feature ships to every device at the same time. Some features introduced with Nothing OS 4.1 are currently available on selected devices first. This can happen due to hardware support, optimisation needs, stability testing, or the need to fine-tune the experience before expanding it further. Where possible, we’ll continue working to bring these features to more devices through upcoming updates, including: * Lock Screen clock face customisation * Lock Screen Depth Effect Wallpaper * Breathing Practice widget * Glyph Matrix breathing widget * Flip to Glyph improvements * Updated Nothing ecosystem icons for earbuds and headphones These features are planned to arrive on more devices (Phone (2), Phone (3), Phone (3a) Pro, Phone (3a), Phone (3a) Lite, Phone (2a) Plus, Phone (2a), CMF Phone 1, CMF Phone 2 Pro) starting end of June, with rollout timing varying by device. ## Essential Voice availability 🗣️ Essential Voice is currently available on selected devices, including Phone (3), Phone (4a) Pro, and Phone (4a). As the feature uses cloud-based processing, we’re continuing to evaluate performance, cost, scalability, and overall user experience before confirming wider availability. We’ll share more once we have a clearer timeline. ## App-based updates 📦 Some updates are delivered through the Google Play Store rather than a full Nothing OS rollout. This includes updates to apps and experiences such as Essential Space, Essential Search, Nothing Gallery, Nothing X, and other system apps. These updates may bring new features, improvements, and fixes outside of a major OS release. To make sure you receive them, you can update the apps manually through the Play Store or turn on automatic updates. ## Minor updates ⛏️ Minor updates are smaller releases between major Nothing OS versions. They usually include bug fixes, stability improvements, performance tuning, security updates, and smaller feature additions. In some cases, they may also bring selected features that were not ready in time for the previous major update. These updates may not always look huge on the surface, but they play an important role in making the overall experience smoother and more reliable. ## Firmware Updates bot 🤖 You can also follow our Firmware Updates bot to track the latest minor and major software updates. It posts changelogs for new firmware releases across Nothing and CMF devices, so you can quickly see what has changed, what has been fixed, and which devices are receiving updates. This includes system updates, app-related firmware updates, and audio or wearable product updates where relevant. You can view and discuss the latest changelogs here 👉 [Changelog Posts](https://nothing.community/t/firmware-updates?utm_source=chatgpt.com) ## Major updates take time A major software update is not just a version number. Before it reaches your device, teams across software, product, design, testing, operations, and support work through months of development, compatibility checks, issue fixing, optimisation, and staged rollout planning. That’s why timelines can sometimes shift. We’ll always aim to move fast, but we’ll also prioritise stability and user experience over rushing a release. You can read more about what goes into a major software update here 👉 [Inside a major NOS update](https://nothing.community/en/d/47051-inside-a-major-nothing-os-update) --- We’ll keep this post updated as current rollouts progress. Thanks for being patient with us, and for continuing to push us to be clearer, faster, and better. 👀 And yes, we’ve seen the recent Android 17 announcements. Nothing OS 5.0 is already taking shape. More when we’re ready.

S_Griff

DIDAR MIA September-November is the most likely timeline for OS 5.0 release (stable or beta).

This was what happened with OS 4.0 last year.

sonny.exe

I’m not 100% sure about it but the last info i got was Q4; end of the year 2026

RG_GSL

We need to know that Nothing should share the Roadmap.

sonny.exe

RG_GSL Nothing has actually already published the roadmap. But for NOS (NothingOS) 5.0, it just said: ‘coming soon’. 🥲

KannuKavi

“Hello Nothing Community and Team,As a proud owner of the Nothing Phone (2a), I absolutely love this device. However, looking at the current release roadmap, support only up to Android 17 feels very limited for such capable hardware.Many competing brands are now offering 4 to 5 major OS updates even in the mid-range segment. Given the massive global user base of the Phone (2a), we kindly request the Nothing team to consider extending the software support to 4 or 5 major updates (up to Android 18 or 19).Phone (2a) users, please upvote and reply to this thread if you want longer update support! Let’s make our voices heard.”

#extendupdatesforphone(2a)

#Nothing2a

#Nothingphone2a

Rehan

KannuKavi I think the Nothing Phone (2a) is already a great phone. In my opinion, 3 years of major Android updates is fair for a device in this price segment. Most other brands around the ₹30k–₹32k range also offer about 3 years of software support.

Instead of asking for more Android versions, I’d rather see Nothing make the final update count. I hope Nothing OS 5.0 brings much better smoothness across the entire UI, improved animations, better optimization, and some great new features so the Phone (2a) feels its best until the end of its support.

sonny.exe

Rehan I understand your request for software support for your Phone (2a).

I know the feeling—having to retire a device that still works perfectly fine just because of a lack of software support/updates sucks. It’s not just a personal frustration; it also creates a significant amount of e-waste and is terrible for our planet.

If you’re somewhat tech-savvy, I’d recommend flashing a custom ROM onto your Phone (2a).

I still remember the amazing vibe when the Phone (2a) was released. Everyone was so proud. “The Nothing Phone as we always wanted to build it!” All the teasers around town, the pop-up stores, a Community Edition! A Plus version!

And just three years later, none of that seems to matter anymore.

sandeepkumar_bHj86iFZD6

Dear Nothing Team

I am writing to share my feedback as a proud user and supporter of the Nothing ecosystem. I admire the company’s vision, design philosophy, and clean software experience.

However, I would like to highlight a growing concern regarding the frequency and timeline of software updates. While other smartphone brands are consistently pushing out security patches and feature updates, the update rollout for Nothing devices feels relatively delayed.

As loyal users who backed Nothing for its transparency and user-centric approach, timely software support and regular communication regarding update roadmaps are crucial for us. Consistent updates not only enhance device performance and security but also maintain user trust in the brand’s longevity.

I request the team to share a clear update roadmap and ensure more consistent release cycles moving forward.

Looking forward to hearing from you.

BuddhuGamers

My phone is nothing phone 2 , do we get nothing is 5.0 update or not?

If not what to do with this phone , sell or exchange with other model

Sirius_EU

BuddhuGamers My phone is nothing phone 2 , do we get nothing is 5.0 update or not?

Have you decided to start a war?… 🤣🤣

Spike

BuddhuGamers Unlock the bootloader and explore the aftermarket development scene for your model.

Begin here: https://nothingarchive.tech/docs/guides#aftermarket-development

BuddhuGamers

Immediately, I didn’t think but I will think about it

PinoLY

BuddhuGamers You probably don’t frequent this forum regularly, otherwise you would’ve caught joke right away.

Enjoy reading this. 👇

Nothing Community

UDHAYKIRANS

When we get an update for nothing os 5.0 for nothing phone 3

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