Nothing OS 5 starts rolling out to eligible devices in India
Nothing has begun the rollout of Nothing OS 5.0, based on Android 17, for its Phone 3 devices in India. The update introduces significant design changes, AI-driven personalization, and improved system performance.
Why it matters
Software updates are critical for maintaining device security and user experience, reflecting the competitive nature of the smartphone market.
Nothing on Monday (October 12, 2026) started the general rollout of Nothing OS 5.0 based on Android 17 , starting with Phone 3 in India. The London-based tech company will release this new update to other Nothing and CMF phones in months to come.
Nothing OS 5 will add over 80 updates spanning design, personalisation, performance and AI, the company said.
Nothing OS 5.0 will bring a redesigned Home screen which introduces transparent details across widgets and the search bar, alongside an adaptive colour system that draws from phone’s wallpaper for a personal touch.
It will also add a micrographics clock face with date, time, weather and upcoming meetings at a glance. Essential Space will further be updated as well.
The phones will get a separate Notifications and Quick Settings panels. Swipe down from the left to open Notifications and from the right to open Quick Settings.
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