| Manufacturer | Nothing |
| Model | Asteroids |
| Installs | Nothing/Asteroids/Asteroids:16/BQ2A.250721.001-BP2A.250605.031.A3/2511181551:user/release-keys|Nothing/AsteroidsEEA/Asteroids:16/BQ2A.250721.001-BP2A.250605.031.A3/2511181551:user/release-keys|Nothing/AsteroidsIND/Asteroids:16/BQ2A.250721.001-BP2A.250605.031.A3/2511181551:user/release-keys|Nothing/AsteroidsJPN/Asteroids:16/BQ2A.250721.001-BP2A.250605.031.A3/2511181551:user/release-keys|Nothing/AsteroidsPro/Asteroids:16/BQ2A.250721.001-BP2A.250605.031.A3/2511181551:user/release-keys|Nothing/AsteroidsProEEA/Asteroids:16/BQ2A.250721.001-BP2A.250605.031.A3/2511181551:user/release-keys|Nothing/AsteroidsProIND/Asteroids:16/BQ2A.250721.001-BP2A.250605.031.A3/2511181551:user/release-keys|Nothing/AsteroidsProTUR/Asteroids:16/BQ2A.250721.001-BP2A.250605.031.A3/2511181551:user/release-keys|Nothing/AsteroidsTUR/Asteroids:16/BQ2A.250721.001-BP2A.250605.031.A3/2511181551:user/release-keys |
| Updates from | Nothing/Asteroids/Asteroids:15/AQ3A.241015.001/2510131406:user/release-keys|Nothing/AsteroidsEEA/Asteroids:15/AQ3A.241015.001/2510131406:user/release-keys|Nothing/AsteroidsIND/Asteroids:15/AQ3A.241015.001/2510131406:user/release-keys|Nothing/AsteroidsJPN/Asteroids:15/AQ3A.241015.001/2510131406:user/release-keys|Nothing/AsteroidsPro/Asteroids:15/AQ3A.241015.001/2510131406:user/release-keys|Nothing/AsteroidsProEEA/Asteroids:15/AQ3A.241015.001/2510131406:user/release-keys|Nothing/AsteroidsProIND/Asteroids:15/AQ3A.241015.001/2510131406:user/release-keys|Nothing/AsteroidsProTUR/Asteroids:15/AQ3A.241015.001/2510131406:user/release-keys|Nothing/AsteroidsTUR/Asteroids:15/AQ3A.241015.001/2510131406:user/release-keys |
| Security patch | 2025-11-01 |
| SDK | 36 |
| Size | 2.07 GB |
| Install method | Seamless A/B (A/B) |
| Updated partitions | odm product system system_dlkm system_ext vendor vendor_dlkm |
| Build date | 2025-11-18 |
Nothing Phone (3a) — BQ2A.250721.001-BP2A.250605.031.A3
Release notes
New Features
🤖 Added AI usage dashboard. When using Essential Space, it automatically tracks AI large model usage for enhanced privacy transparency. Path: Settings > Intelligence toolkit > AI usage.
🕶️ Hiding apps directly from the home screen and App drawer is now supported. Find hidden apps via: Home screen > App drawer > Hidden icons.
🔍 Managing the search scope is now supported in App drawer to display results within a specific scope.
📏 Added more size options for Weather, Pedometer, Screen Time widgets.
↔️ 2x2 size is now supported for most QuickSettings tiles.
🟢 Pop-up view now supports two floating icons for easier switching.
⚡ System upgrade supports app optimisation to improve startup speed. Path: Settings > Apps > App optimisation.
Essential Innovations
📝 Flip to Record now lets you take photos and add notes while recording, all stored together for easy access in Essential Space.
🛝 Introducing Playground (Alpha) — come to experience unique creations from the Community, including Essential Apps, Camera Presets, and EQ Profiles.
🪀 Essential Apps (Alpha) are now open for download. Enjoy the AI-powered, community-crafted apps that blend creativity with efficiency.
Notes:
To enjoy the improved Flip to Record feature, please update Essential Space to the latest version in Google Play, which will be rolled out gradually.
For more details of Playground & Essential Apps, please visit https://playground.nothing.tech.
Visual Enhancements
🌠 Nothing app icons have been redesigned with an all-new, fresh look.
📶 Updated status bar icons with a more intuitive look.
⏱️ Added 2 new lock screen clock faces in Customisation.
🌑 Extra dark mode is now available, bringing a more immersive dark style. Path: Settings > Display > Dark theme > Extra dark mode.
🌌 Improved transition animations in certain scenarios for a smoother, more fluid experience.
Glyph Interface
🤫 Added a setting to choose whether Flip to Glyph switches your phone to Silent or Vibrate mode.
💡 Glyph Progress now uses Android 16 Live Update notifications for improved compatibility with third-party apps.
Camera Enhancements
🎛️ Presets: Updated default list with new popular styles.
🎨 Filters: Added intensity adjustment and exclusive 'Stretch' styles.
🎞️ Motion Photos: Supports longer recording times and audio capture.
🖼️ Watermarks: Introduced new Nothing brand watermarks and artistic frames.
📱 Interface: Refreshed camera UI design with optimised interactions.
Notes:
The device may temporarily heat up and increase power consumption during the update and will quickly return to normal after the process is complete.