Expand OS Update Support for Nothing Flagship Phones

OviGarry · 2025-04-26T21:58:22+00:00

Would Nothing consider extending OS update support by one more year for all its flagship series (Phone 1 and 2)? Not asking for “a, Pro or CMF phones” [sorry...

OviGarry

Totally agree with you both, @ParlCei and @PinoLY Phone (1) really was the start of something special, and it still holds up today. Seeing others appreciate it the same way makes me feel more confident speaking up about the need for just one more year of OS updates. It’s not just about the specs — it’s about recognizing early supporters and the phone that helped build the brand, they should acknowledge it!!

vovan-v

I think that you pushing here great thing,

in the other hand nothing is a new brand and to all other brand it took years to gave a long time update policy.

BassimBinYoosaf

OviGarry

Bro to add with you here are some more camera improvements required

Night Mode Limitations (Especially at 1x and 2x Zoom)

While Night Mode works okay in certain scenarios, it struggles significantly when zoomed in. At 1x and 2x, photos often lack detail, appear noisy, and don’t match the quality expected from the hardware.

Mobile Videography Needs Major Work

This is one of the biggest concerns. Despite having OIS, EIS, and capable camera sensors, video output remains underwhelming. It lacks consistency in lighting, stabilization, and detail—making it hard to rely on for serious video content.

Overall Camera System Refinement

Normal photo mode may deliver great shots, but the camera experience should go beyond that. Features like Portrait, Night Sight, Zoom, and Video all need more optimization to unlock the full potential of the hardware.

AI-Powered Enhancements

AI-based improvements for both video and photo modes can help significantly—especially in dynamic lighting, subject detection, and color tuning.

Faster, Smarter Autofocus

Autofocus sometimes feels slow or inconsistent, especially during video recording or in low light. A more responsive system would greatly improve user experience.

Cinematic Video Mode

With the powerful processors and sensors available, we believe current Nothing phones are fully capable of supporting a cinematic video mode. This is something many users want, and we hope to see it included soon

Also all new phones support 6 years security updates any phones in the current nothing lineup including cmf can support 6 year security update.

vovan-v

As you said Nothing is a new brand but Nothing is a brand who has already proven that it is with the other brands and proved that Nothing is no bad considered to them. So I think it’s high time for Nothing to prove that they stand by the users.

vovan-v

BassimBinYoosaf i think that it will take some years and will be launched only with new devices.

OviGarry

BassimBinYoosaf You’ve raised some solid points on the camera side!! There’s definitely room for improvement. With other brands now offering up to 6 years of security updates, Nothing could match that, either. If Phone (3) launches soon, it would be the right time to extend OS support for older flagships like Phone (1) and (2) to show a long-term commitment and keep us OGs happy, satisfied, and loyal.

@Nicklord25🇬🇷 Exactly. Phone (1) and (2) users took the early leap and helped shape the brand. Extending updates for them is the least that Nothing can do to honor that trust!!

@Derren Thanks, Derren! The updated title is much better and captures the message perfectly, really appreciate the tweak!!

BassimBinYoosaf

vovan-v

Which are you referring to the 6 years security update?

vovan-v

BassimBinYoosaf let see how much years of updates will get Nothing Phone 3.

BassimBinYoosaf

vovan-v

Ofcars it will increase but we are speaking here about using the best out of the devices we/ current users have. My phone is Nothing phone 2 it has a highly powerful chipset. Which is capable of doing more

vovan-v

BassimBinYoosaf I know it might won’t help you but still you have snapdragon chipset that applicable for custom rom’s, they might help you to to keep your’s device alive.

Nicklord25🇬🇷

I own the Nothing phone 2 which I bought in 2023. We who own the phone 2 and they who own the phone 1 We are the ones who trusted the company when it took its first steps, taking the risk and giving a lot of money. I bought it for €700. I believe that greater support cannot be given to cmf phone 2 than phone 1 and phone 2. Must the company extend the upgrades to these two phones

BassimBinYoosaf

Nicklord25🇬🇷

Bro it is according to the brand that they need to give it for CMF phone 2 pro or not. But the thing is it would be good if they give upgrades for these phones too say nothing phone 1 and phone 2

Nicklord25🇬🇷

BassimBinYoosaf But we who bought phone 2 and phone 1 we have given more money than they bought cmf phone 2. Therefore, they should extend the time that our phones will receive updates.

TishankPawar

Guys, please share your feedback by contacting customer care or sending them an email so they know that many users are requesting an update. I don’t think they read our comments or take action based on them, so it’s better to reach out directly through email or a phone call…….

BassimBinYoosaf

Nicklord25🇬🇷 i agree that it would be good if they increase but the fact is that it all depends on their decision. Let’s hope for the best

cherrychon

ParlCei me 2. The 2a is really the stupidiest option since you can’t even run Kali Nethunter or even a custom, degoogled FW.

The reason is that Nothing choose a Mediathek Dimension which is usually used as cost saving Alternative to QC’s Snapdragon in thing like Spying-on-you tellies.

They never tried that again and reverted back to to the Snapdragon which means they admitted it.

B-but you can still build your own or at least port Nethunter!

I’m trying to port Nethunter as we speak but I dunno if I’ll ever finish it. As 4 building your own CFW… Yeah I can do a lot of things.

If ppl would pay me so I can make comfortable living than maybe. And when I get a Maintainer who handles the Updates 4 all variants! And even then… My Knowledge is limited.

All things considered, I’ll go w/ a Pixel again, especially when I have the opportunity for a Fold.

I loved the Idea but most other, earlier design where srsly flawed. Not so Big Gs Product!

I came here bc I wanna know if the the battery supports Qi charging as the User’s Guide claims:

Battery share

Phone (2a) is capable of charging other Qi-compatible wireless charging devices

using its wireless charging coil. To activate this feature, open the Quick Settings

menu and toggle the battery share feature on. The Glyph Interface will light up if

the feature is successfully activated.

OviGarry

cherrychon Choosing a MediaTek chip on the 2a really limited what could’ve been possible with custom ROMs and tools like Nethunter. Looks like Nothing realized that too and moved back to Snapdragon with newer models. And yeah, that Qi charging bit in the manual seems like a mistake. 2a doesn’t have wireless charging, so it’s probably just leftover text from the Phone (2) docs.

Spike

@OviGarry For those curious, the Phone (2) is expected to receive the Android 17 update, in line with the brand’s commitment to providing three years of major software updates starting from July 2023. With Google accelerating its timeline for major Android releases, it’s likely that Android 16 will be launched earlier than anticipated this year. Consequently, it’s reasonable to assume that Android 17 will also be released before the end of the promised update period, which lasts until July 2026. Ultimately, the timing of these updates will depend on Google’s release schedule and Nothing’s commitment to its update policy for the Phone (2).

OviGarry

Spike Appreciate the detailed breakdown but I will quote some information from “Android Headlines” that, the Nothing Phone (2) receiving the Android 17 update appears to be a misinterpretation. Based on Nothing’s official software update policy, the Phone (2), which launched with Android 13 in July 2023, is slated to receive three major Android updates. This means it will be updated through to Android 16, with security updates continuing until July 2027.

While it’s true that Google has been accelerating its Android release timeline, this doesn’t necessarily extend the update commitment for existing devices beyond what was initially promised. Therefore, unless Nothing revises its policy, the Phone (2) is expected to receive updates up to Android 16.

As for Phone (1), it’s even more important not only was it the brand’s first launch device, but many of us took a chance on a new company. IT PAID OFF MOSTLY!!! Ending OS updates now would feel like cutting off support for the very people who helped build the Nothing community. Giving Phone (1) 2 more or at least one more OS update wouldn’t just be about specs but also show respect to the loyal consumers and extending updates for both phones would really show appreciation to loyal early adopters US…

burakdede

OviGarry the thing is:

Nothing did not promise 3 Android updates, Android Headlines is wrong with that part. They did promise 3 “years” (not 3 versions) of Android updates. You can check that in Phone 2 spec sheet on Nothing’s website. It ends in July 2026.

Google speeding up Android updates means Android 17 might get released before the 3 year timeline ends, resulting in hitting the Nothing’s update promise.

You should not use 3rd party news sources such as Android Headlines as the primary source instead of company themselves.

Spike

OviGarry I appreciate your input, but @burakdede has already provided a clear and accurate response. It’s important to rely on official statements from the brand rather than third-party sources that may misinterpret the information. The commitment of three years of updates is straightforward, regardless of any policy changes. Ultimately, it’s up to the brand to work with Google and Qualcomm to fulfill this promise. Let’s wait for further clarity on this matter officially by the brand itself. I trust they will not disappoint the users who have invested in their flagship products. Cheers!

OviGarry

burakdede and @Spike Thanks for the clarification, both of you. That makes sense regarding the official commitment. But as a Nothing Phone (1) user, I can’t help but feel a bit left behind. With Android 15 being the last major update for us, it’s hard not to wonder but what happens next? Both Phone (1) and Phone (2) are flagship devices that helped shape Nothing’s identity, and many of us early adopters truly believed in the vision. What both of you said, that may happen for phone (2) but what will happen to phone (1)?

Since they are the flagship brand so they need upgrade as well!!