Firmware rollouts are usually staggered, meaning not all users will receive the update simultaneously. This approach allows us to monitor for any issues and ensure a smooth and stable deployment.
Nothing OS 2.5
This update transitions you to Nothing OS 2.5, powered by Android 14 - our most significant update since the launch of OS 2.0. Full of exciting new features and improvements to enhance your everyday experience. Here’s what’s in store:
Customisation
✨ Redesigned a joint Home Screen and Lock Screen customisation page and improved the edit wallpaper flow for a more comprehensive view of options.
🌌 New Atmosphere wallpaper effect: Transform your background photo into a dynamic wallpaper that brings motion to colours on your home screen. A seamless transition between your lock and home screens.
🎨 Introduced solid colour wallpapers for a cleaner Home Screen appearance.
⚪ Added a monochrome colour theme in the basic colour section.
Glyph Interface
🎶 Get direct access to the Glyph Interface’s Music Visualisation feature (some of you may have already discovered it).
🌟 Improved overall Glyph light playback effect when synchronising with your device’s audio.
💫 Added a new Glyph animation for when NFC is being used.
🔄 Improved the experience of Flip to Glyph.
Gesture
💡Customisable double-press power button to quickly access a chosen feature. Just head to Settings > System > Gestures.
🤖 More Lock Screen shortcut options like: Do Not Disturb, Mute, QR code scanner, video camera.
📸 Capture screenshots quickly with a three-finger swipe gesture.
✏️ New screenshot editor and menu, allowing for more advanced editing features and quick deletions.
⬅️ Refreshed the back gesture arrow visual to be more in line with Nothing’s style.
Quick Settings
🔔 Added support for switching ring modes in Quick Settings.
📶 You can now directly set your network via Quick Settings without unlocking the device.
⚙️ Updated Quick Settings layout and support to show more devices icons.
New Widgets
🚶 Pedometer Widget: Track your daily steps directly from your home screen. Set goals and monitor your progress to stay motivated.
🎵 Media Player Widget: Displays the currently playing song. Control your music easily while on-the-move.
⏳ Screen Time Widget: Monitor and manage your daily screen time to maintain a healthy digital lifestyle.
More improvements
🌥️ Optimised the experience of the Weather app and improved the notification of weather alerts.
🔔 Made it possible to set ringtone and notification sound volumes separately, with an updated volume control interface.
📸 Automatically excludes the preview of the previous screenshot when taking continuous screenshots.
📷 Improved the stability of the camera.
🚀 Enhanced the overall smoothness and responsiveness of the system for a more fluid user experience.
👾 Enhanced system stability and improved battery life.
