As with every smartphone, Nothing’s Phone (1), the company’s first device, has now reached the end of its software support with its final update. While Android 15 was the phone’s final major Android update, the July 2026 security patch that started rolling out last week is said to be the Phone (1)’s final firmware update. The Nothing Phone (1) laid the foundation for Nothing OS, which has now reached its fourth iteration, providing users with a clean, distinct, and minimalistic UI design.
Nothing Phone (1)’s final software update: what it offers
As noted in a community post, the Nothing Phone (1)’s July 2026 firmware update consists of general improvements, bug fixes, and enhancements to the system’s overall stability. While the update doesn’t bring any visual or cosmetic changes, this update should iron out the bugs and glitches in the system, if any, for a more reliable experience. So, if you’re currently running into problems with the software, it could be worth updating to the latest firmware.
Currently running on Android 15, the company has now delivered its original promise of three major Android version upgrades and four years of security patches. The company also stated that users might experience higher battery usage and warmth during installation, which should normalise afterwards.
For an upper-midrange 2022 device, the Nothing Phone (1)’s promise of three major Android updates and four years of security patches was spot on. Even today, most phones launching under Rs 40,000 offer similar update longevity, with a few exceptions such as Samsung.
For the uninitiated, the Nothing Phone (1) was launched in July 2022 with Android 12 and Nothing OS 1. It stood out with its transparent Glyph Interface design, which garnered a lot of traction for a debutant brand like Nothing. Launched at Rs 32,999, the device featured a 6.55-inch OLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ chipset, and a 50MP primary camera alongside a 50MP ultrawide camera on the rear. Nothing tried to break the mould by adding tons of functionalities to the Glyph interface, which could be used to identify calls and notifications, timers, etc.
Fast forward to 2026, the circular Glyph interface found on the Phone (1) and Phone (2) has evolved into Glyph Matrix, a display on the rear present on Phone (3) and Phone (4a) Pro that provides glanceable information and allows you to interact with your phone without flipping it over or turning on the main screen. Just like the Glyph interface, it aims to align with Nothing’s goal of reducing screen time.
