Nothing Phone (3a) series first update is exactly what you’d expect and much more

The Nothing Phone (3a) and Phone (3a) Pro have just made their market debut and the first customers who received the mid-range handsets are in for a very nice surprise. Nothing is rolling out the first update for the Phone (3a) and Phone (3a) Pro just days after the devices hit shelves, a move that has become quite common for the UK-based company.

As expected, the update brings much-needed improvements to various aspects like camera, Essential Space, and even AI. Camera seems to be the preferred piece of hardware that companies like Nothing and OnePlus improve soon after a new product gets released, so the latest Phone (3a) series update isn’t quite a surprise.

But Nothing OS 3.1-250302-1856 bring so much more than just camera improvements. The one feature that’s missing from all other Nothing handsets except the Phone (3a) and Phone (3a) Pro, Essential Space, is getting several important changes.

For example, the Essential Key interaction has been updated, so users can now quick press to save what’s on the screen and add notes, or long press to instantly record voice notes while saving. The rest of the changes are listed below for your viewing pleasure:

Essential Space improvements

• Added Essential Space widgets, allowing you to view your content directly on the home screen or lock screen.
• Revamped the homepage and detail page for better user experience.
• Introduced a ‘Upcoming’ section to conveniently manage all your tasks in one place.
• Smart Insight now displays in your system’s language.

As far as the camera improvements go, the latest update introduces some new features and enhances some of the ones that come with the phone’s software. Here is what to expect in terms of camera changes:

Camera enhancements

• Added support for importing cube files to use your custom filters.
• Enhanced overall camera performance for better photo quality.
• Improved clarity in macro mode for detailed close-up shots.
• Refined portrait mode for more accurate background blur.
• Optimized the camera app for better stability, performance, and a smoother interface.