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Timestamps
--(00:00) Nothing OS 4.0 Beta Release Overview
(00:52) Based on Android 16 Features
(01:17) Essential Apps and Playground Introduction
(02:00) Pop-Up View Multitasking
(02:35) New Lock Screen Clock Faces
(03:39) Expanded Quick Settings Tiles (2×2 Support)
(04:55) Extra Dark Mode
(05:40) Stretch Camera Preset for Older Phones
(06:01) Beta Availability and End of Support for Phone 1
(06:25) Playground App Store and AI-Generated Widgets
(09:04) Final Thoughts and Takeaway