Nothing launched Nothing OS 2.5 based on Android 14 on Wednesday. The company has listed the upgrades and new features that the update brings. Google released Android 14 for supported Pixel phones at the Made by Google event in early October alongside the Pixel 8 series of phones. The Open Beta 1 version of Nothing OS 2.5 is currently available to all Nothing Phone 2 users. Users are advised to back up their data before testing the new Beta operating system update on their phones.
In a community with nothing postalThe company has announced that with the Nothing OS 2.5 Open Beta 1 update based on Android 14, users will be able to choose a monochrome theme among the basic color options. The update also brings a new back gesture that can be used when switching between apps.The “Quick Settings” section of the app has also received a layout upgrade, including a new Nothing Buds icon, as shown in the picture shared X (formerly Twitter) post about Nothing.
The Android 14-based Nothing OS update brings more lock screen shortcut options, including Do Not Disturb, Silent, and a QR code scanner. The update also allows users to adjust ringtone and notification volumes individually. It introduces regional settings in mobile phones, allowing users to customize their organization and number preferences. It also gets an updated photo widget, a new screenshot editor, and the option to hide app icons on the home screen and app drawer.
Nothing Phone 2 users who choose to update to Nothing OS 2.5 Open Beta 1 can now take screenshots by swiping three fingers across the screen. They can also customize specific functions to work with double-clicking the power button. It has an improved home screen and lock screen customization page, as well as a new glass filter to match the wallpaper. Speaking of which, users can now also choose a new solid color wallpaper option.
For Nothing Phone 2 users using Nothing OS version 2.0.3, they need to download the Nothing OS Beta Tools APK file (link provided in the community post) and install the app to get the “Update to Beta” in Settings Version” option.then they can go settings > system > Update to beta version Get Nothing OS 2.5 Open Beta 1 update.If the update is not visible, the user can click Check if there is a new version and follow the steps listed. The company notes that since this is a beta version, there may be data interference and factory resets. It is recommended to back up all data before testing this update. The community post also details the rollback options available to users.
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