London, United Kingdom – Nothing has released a significant software update, NOTHING OS V3.5-250801-1847, for its recently launched Phone (3) smartphone. the update addresses several reported issues and introduces notable improvements to the device’s camera capabilities and overall performance, solidifying its position as a contender in the flagship smartphone market.

The Nothing Phone (3), positioned by the company as its first “real” flagship device, features a unique camera system comprised of four 50-megapixel sensors. These include a 50 MP front-facing camera, a 50 MP primary camera with a large 1/1.3-inch sensor and an F/1.7 aperture, a 50 MP ultra-wide-angle lens with an F/2.2 aperture, and a telephoto lens offering 3x optical zoom with an F/2.7 aperture and a 1/2.76-inch sensor. While powered by the Snapdragon 8S Gen 4 processor, the Phone (3) distinguishes itself through its innovative camera technology and software optimizations.

A key enhancement delivered by the update is improved performance of the “AI Super Res Zoom” feature. Users can now utilize hybrid zoom capabilities up to 30x, resulting in clearer and more detailed images even at higher zoom levels, particularly between 20x and 30x magnification. The update also addresses responsiveness issues with the shutter button, providing a faster and more reliable capture experience. Autofocus accuracy has been refined, and color fidelity has been improved through a revised white balance algorithm, ensuring more natural and accurate image reproduction.

Beyond camera improvements, the update introduces a novel feature: the ability to save a stylized “glyph mirror” photo when using the phone’s rear matrix display as a viewfinder. This creates a unique, pixelated version of the image alongside the standard photograph. several bugs have also been resolved, including issues with 4K video playback, Snapchat display refresh rates (now running at 120 Hz), whatsapp PDF file opening, and charging reliability with third-party chargers.