Nothing is starting to distribute the system update for smartphone models, which introduces a number of new features and visual beautifications along with the June 2026 security patch.

The most striking feature of this update is the depth effect support offered for the lock screen.

In addition to visual innovations, a special status bar icon for headphones connected to devices, system stability improvements and new reminders for facial recognition security also reach users with this package.

These consistent steps of the brand in software help the devices maintain their first-day performance throughout their lifetime.

Design and Functionality in One: Depth Effect

Nothing, which makes a difference in the smartphone market with its transparent designs and Glyph lighting system, makes its design-oriented ideology felt in the best way on the software side.

With the latest update, a depth effect can be added to the background images used on the lock screen. .

This feature, which works in perfect harmony with Nothing’s unique “Atmosphere” wallpapers, makes the time zone and background appear layered, almost three-dimensional.

Users can now adjust the size and position alignment of the clock on the lock screen according to their own taste. In this way, the screen gets a cleaner and more personal appearance.

Status Bar Improvements and Smooth Animations

This published software package is not limited to visuals only. When a Nothing headphone is connected to the device, a special and stylish headphone icon directly related to this brand appears in the upper corner of the status bar.

This small but effective detail shows how much the brand cares about its ecosystem and strengthens the integration between devices.

On the other hand, many technical adjustments are made in the background in Nothing Launcher animations.Switching between applications, returning to the home screen and opening folders now feels much more fluid and uninterrupted.

Security Patch and Facial Recognition Alerts

Cyber ​​security, one of the most important issues in the smartphone world, is also reinforced with this update. The new version directly brings with it the June 2026 Android security patch.

Dozens of different system vulnerabilities detected by Google and found in previous versions are completely closed thanks to this security patch.

In addition, an extra security reminder is added for the Face Unlock system, allowing users to have more control over their biometric data.

Which Devices Receive the Update?

This new version, which is widely distributed, is offered to all current smartphones of the brand, except Nothing Phone (1), which has completed its update life.

As always, distribution is done in regional batches. For this reason, it may take a few days for the update to reach all users.

The devices that quickly received the new version and the software versions they received are listed as follows:

• Nothing Phone (3): OS B4.1-260603-1221

• Nothing Phone (3a): OS B4.1-260618-1048

• Nothing Phone (3a) Lite: OS B4.1-260618-1048

• Nothing Phone (3a) Pro: OS B4.1-260618-1048

• Nothing Phone (2a): OS B4.1-260609-1925

• Nothing Phone (2a) Plus: OS B4.1-260609-1926

• Nothing CMF Phone 2 Pro: OS B4.1-260615-1653

• Nothing CMF Phone 1: OS B4.1-260615-1652

Nothing Phone (4a), Phone (4a) Pro and Phone (2) models are planned to receive the relevant package in a short time.

Users can also manually check the latest version by entering the system updates section in the settings menu of their phones.

Target Has Android 17

Although this June update contains important details that improve the daily performance of the devices, the real huge change is expected towards the last months of the year.

While the Nothing software group increases system stability with such interim updates, it is also working intensively on the next major operating system version based on Android 17.

This giant version, which will meet with technology enthusiasts later in the year, is expected to bring advanced features and fundamental changes in the interface.