Our game-changing OS is getting even better.
Nothing OS 2.5 is our most significant update since the launch of OS 2.0. Packed with exciting new features to make your smartphone experience as efficient and personal as possible.
To deliver the most perfected update yet, we’re in the process of Beta testing on Phone (2). Open Beta 1 is your chance to get early access to our newest improvements. Plus an exclusive preview of Android 14. Here’s what the update includes:
Nothing OS:
Updated the widgets library interface so Nothing widgets appear more clearly.
New photos widget, allowing you to display your favourite photos on both your Home Screen and Lock Screen.
New screenshot editor and menu, allowing for more advanced editing features and quick deletions.
Updated design of back gesture to be more in line with Nothing’s style.
Added the option to hide app icons on the Home Screen and app drawer. Swipe right in the app drawer to reveal hidden app icons.
Capture screenshots quickly with a three-finger swipe.
Customise the double-press power button to quickly access a chosen feature.
Redesigned a joint Home Screen and Lock Screen customisation page for a more comprehensive view of options.
Introduced the glass filter to make your favourite wallpapers extra unique.
New solid colour wallpapers for a cleaner Home Screen appearance.
Android 14:
Added a monochrome colour theme in the basic colour section.
New back gesture while interacting with apps
Updated Quick Settings layout and added Nothing earbuds icons.
More Lock Screen shortcut options including do not disturb, mute, QR code scanner and video camera.
Made it possible to set ringtone and notification sound volumes separately, with an updated volume control interface.
Added regional settings so you can customise your unit and number preferences
How to get involved:
Ensure you have installed NOS version 2.0.3
Download the following APK and install it from your downloads.
Navigate to Settings > System > Update to Beta version.
Tap “Check for new version” and follow the steps to get started.
Share your feedback by heading to Settings > System > Feedback or be part of the conversation by joining nothing.community
⚠️ Disclaimer: Since this is a Beta version, there’s a very small chance the test software may interfere with your data and require a factory reset. In this instance, your data will be lost. We strongly recommend backing up all your data before accessing the software.
Rollback:
Backup all your data as the rollback will result in a factory reset. All unsaved data will be lost.
Download the rollback package for Nothing OS 2.0.3 here.
Navigate to Settings > System > Update to Beta version.
Tap “Import file” and select the previously downloaded package.
Follow the steps to carry through with the rollback.
(You may need to create a folder called ‘Documents’ within Internal Storage if you experience an error when trying to install/rollback)
