Android 16-Based Nothing OS 4.0 Closed Beta for Phone 3 Begins: Eligibility Criteria, How to Apply

Nothing on Wednesday announced the Android 16-based Nothing OS 4.0 beta programme for the Phone 3. The Carl Pei-led brand is putting out invitations for the first Closed Beta that will incorporate the native features introduced with Android 16 in June. Furthermore, the Nothing OS 4.0 Closed Beta is also expected to implement a “robust … Read more

Android 16-Based HyperOS 3 Tipped to Release in Q3 2025; May Debut With Xiaomi 16

With the Xiaomi 15 series, the China-based company introduced HyperOS 2 based on Android 15 globally earlier this year. The development of its succeeding version is already rumoured to be underway. As per a tipster, the purported HyperOS 3 could be released as soon as in the third quarter (Q3) of 2025, in line with … Read more

Google Pixel Phones Receiving Android 16-Based Monthly Software Update for July 2025: What’s New

Google on Wednesday rolled out the monthly software update for Pixel smartphones. It is based on Android 16 and is said to carry fixes for a couple of bugs discovered in previous iterations. Following the update, Pixel users can expect improved Wi-Fi connectivity and performance. Google said it is also the first Android 16 update … Read more

Samsung Galaxy S24, Galaxy Z Flip 6 Tipped to Get Android 16-Based One UI 8 Beta Next Week

Samsung commenced the rollout of its Android 16-based One UI 8 Beta for select markets in May but it was limited to the flagship Galaxy S25 series. Now, a tipster suggests that it could soon be available on the Galaxy S24, Galaxy Z Flip 6, and Galaxy Z Fold 6. Further, the South Korean tech conglomerate … Read more