Nothing Phone 1 finally receives Android 13

The stable version of NothingOS 1.5, which is based on Android 13, is now available for Nothing Phone (1) users. Previously, the update was only available in beta to select users. According to the company, it has collaborated with beta users to improve the Android 13 experience. Users can check the OS version and update availability by going to Settings and selecting About Phone.

The Android 13-based NothingOS 1.5 update comes with several new features, including a smoother experience and a 50% increase in app loading speed. The Nothing Phone (1) now has a new weather app, a new camera app interface, and a "new Glyph sound pack." The update also introduces a "Material You" colour scheme, where the phone's apps and text adjust colours based on the wallpaper or theme. Additionally, users can customise more lock screen shortcuts, such as camera, torch, device controls, and wallet.

The update also includes increased system stability and general bug fixes. Nothing Phone (1) users now have a new self-repair feature that clears unused cache and expired system dumps, keeping the phone fast and responsive. The Android 13-based NothingOS 1.5 also introduces a "photo picker" for improved privacy and security. Users can choose which images they want to share with each app, and media permissions allow them to group the types of media they want to share.

The update contains several additional elements such as a QR code reader located in the camera app's Quick Settings, the ability to use different languages for various apps, and a feature called "Clipboard preview" which allows users to modify copied text in the bottom corner of the screen. If an app accesses the clipboard, the user will receive a notification.