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Nothing Launches OS 4 Beta with Stunning Visuals

10/26/2025

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Nothing launched the Open Beta for its OS 4 (Android 16) on the Phone 3a and 3a Pro.
The beta updates the OS with a visual overhaul and adds Lock Glimpse for curated wallpapers.
The update includes a camera preset developed with photographer Jordan Hemingway.
Users can enable Lock Glimpse in Settings, with future updates planned to allow personal photos.
Nothing plans to offer selected third-party apps on non-flagship devices.

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Story summary

Nothing launched the Open Beta for its OS 4 (Android 16) on the Phone 3a and 3a Pro.
The beta updates the OS with a visual overhaul and adds Lock Glimpse for curated wallpapers.
The update includes a camera preset developed with photographer Jordan Hemingway.
Users can enable Lock Glimpse in Settings, with future updates planned to allow personal photos.
Nothing plans to offer selected third-party apps on non-flagship devices.