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Nothing is gearing up to release the stable version of Android 14-based Nothing OS 2.5 for its Nothing Phone (2) in the coming days, following the successive release of Nothing OS 2.5 Closed Beta and a couple of Open Beta 2 builds. The company aims to bring a host of improvements and features to enhance the user experience.
The upcoming Nothing OS 2.5 brings a slew of changes and enhancements. It starts with a redesigned Home Screen and Lock Screen interface that provides users with even more customization options. Notable additions include several new wallpaper effects that contribute to a cleaner and more tidy appearance on the home screen. The Glyph Interface, a distinctive feature of Nothing’s design, undergoes a major change, with improved Flip to Glyph logic and direct access to the Glyph Timer from the lock screen. The Glyph Timer also supports time presets for quick duration settings.
In terms of gestures, Nothing OS 2.5 introduces a customizable double-press power button for quick access to selected features. Additional Lock Screen shortcut options include Do Not Disturb, Mute, QR code scanner, and video camera. Users can now perform a three-finger swipe gesture for rapid screenshot capture, and a new screenshot editor and menu offer advanced editing features and quick deletions.
Nothing OS 2.5 brings a redesigned interface, enhanced customization, and feature-rich gestures
The update also brings improvements to the Weather app experience, enhancing weather alert notifications. Predictive back animation and a refreshed back gesture arrow visual are aligned with Nothing’s distinct style. Users gain separate settings for ringtone and notification sound volumes, featuring an updated control interface. The Quick Settings layout receives an update, offering support for more device icons.
The Camera app sees stability improvements, ensuring a smoother and reliable user experience. Overall system stability is enhanced, providing users with a more reliable and consistent performance.
Nothing Phone (2) users can expect the official rollout of Nothing OS 2.5 in the next few days. To check for updates manually, users can navigate to Phone Settings > System > System Update. Additionally, Nothing Phone (1) will receive its first Open Beta build before the end of the year, following its current status on the Nothing OS 2.5 Closed Beta build.