Nothing OS 2.5 based on Android 14 is being released for Nothing Phone 2: all the news
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After the launch of the beta version, Nothing has just announced the release of the stable version of Nothing OS 2.5 for Nothing Phone (2) owners. The new version of the operating system is based on Android 14 and, according to the company itself, it is “the most significant update since the launch of OS 2.0.”
Moving on to the details, the update includes many features dedicated to customization. In fact, allows the addition of new widgets as well as the implementation of new gestures. And speaking of gestures, Nothing has stated that their updates will from now on be made via the Play Store. For this reason it is recommended to update both Nothing Launcher and Nothing Widget to the latest versions available on the Play Store. Furthermore, Glyph’s interface has also benefited from some improvements.
Regarding the package size, for Nothing OS 2.5 beta users this is a 210 MB update, while the others will have to make a more important download. The news, however, does not end here.
In fact, the update to Nothing OS 2.5 will also arrive on the company’s first smartphone. Within the next two weeks The Open Beta for Nothing Phone will be launched (1): therefore, these users will also be able to benefit from the latest innovations provided by the company.
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Customisation
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✨ Redesigned a joint Home Screen and Lock Screen customization page and improved the edit wallpaper flow for a more comprehensive view of options.
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🌌 New Atmosphere wallpaper effect: Transform your background photo into a dynamic wallpaper that brings motion to colors on your home screen. A seamless transition between your lock and home screens.
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🔮 New Glass wallpaper effect: Add a Glass filter to give your favorite wallpaper a unique appearance.
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🎨 Introduced solid color wallpapers for a cleaner Home Screen appearance.
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⚪ Added a monochrome color theme in the basic color section.
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Glyph Interface
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📅 Glyph Progress integration for Google Calendar. Keep track of your upcoming events with a 5-minute countdown on the Glyph Interface.
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⏲️ Glyph Timer now supports time presets, allowing you to quickly set your desired duration.
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🔓 You can now access Glyph Timer directly from the lock screen without unlocking the device.
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🚀 Added an option to open the Glyph Timer popup by tapping instead of holding to accommodate for the Quick Settings widget.
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💫 Added a new Glyph animation for when NFC is being used.
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🔄 Improved the experience of Flip to Glyph.
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Gestures
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💡Customizable double-press power button to quickly access a chosen feature. Just head to Settings > System > Gestures.
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🤖 More Lock Screen shortcut options like: Do Not Disturb, Mute, QR code scanner, video camera.
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📸 Capture screenshots quickly with a three-finger swipe gesture.
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✏️ New screenshot editor and menu, allowing for more advanced editing features and quick deletions.
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More improvements
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🌥️ Optimized the experience of the Weather app and improved the notification of weather alerts.
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⬅️ Refreshed the back gesture arrow visual to be more in line with Nothing’s style.
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🔔 Made it possible to set ringtone and notification sound volumes separately, with an updated volume control interface.
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⚙️ Updated Quick Settings layout and support to show more devices icons.
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📷 Improved the stability of the camera.
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👾 Enhanced overall system stability for a more reliable and smooth experience.
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New Widgets
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🚶 Pedometer Widget: Track your daily steps directly from your home screen. Set goals and monitor your progress to stay motivated.
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🎵 Media Player Widget: Displays the currently playing song. Control your music easily while on-the-move.
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⏳ Screen Time Widget: Monitor and manage your daily screen time to maintain a healthy digital lifestyle.
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