Nothing OS 2.5 - Open Beta 1 - Phone (2)

Rob ⚡️ · 2023-10-10T13:00:00+00:00

![](https://s3-nothing-prod.s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/2023-10-10/1696957943-422137-203-os-update-1798x448-2.jpg "banner") **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 ](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0376/5420/0459/files/NOS_Beta_Tool.apk?v=1697012536 "NOS Beta Tool apk")**[APK](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0376/5420/0459/files/NOS_Beta_Tool.apk?v=1697012536 "NOS Beta Tool 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](https://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](https://d2j3l8bo7dc01w.cloudfront.net/ota_diff_20231007_210212_20230906_193329.zip?Expires=1956222394&Signature=tzm9ZOMtEGGXCQtUimPCqDNsX-kPWQLlYQl9-eVPBEnhtmEAuxHf8sfVmMX9YEhjAknL4UGwGmFfAeYZNFanoeiRmxhwfm9ep7fvIddyw~0ulZ8IcstnuPqfhB1voz6MUeLX~kBBiHvcTtiuLLrWUqetzynMXHp94mup3EJyj5XDmLNchmJJEqE-eOhBM4bzjSOgao4aXvzfkRkyxXlUBoQdYgo6QF4Sz8QtnnUJUZR-~hQgV7pn4uq9AiB8AwVWZPiBt7siKlR8ymTpK~KTSBbqFXNEjpuLcIzel4vJUHAMjdJuftntrAhfkkMoP~uAjGKXKgpZU14iiYndA6vwZA__&Key-Pair-Id=K1EOR8HYJKSWP1 "Rollback package ")**[.](https://d2j3l8bo7dc01w.cloudfront.net/ota_diff_20231007_210212_20230906_193329.zip?Expires=1956222394&Signature=tzm9ZOMtEGGXCQtUimPCqDNsX-kPWQLlYQl9-eVPBEnhtmEAuxHf8sfVmMX9YEhjAknL4UGwGmFfAeYZNFanoeiRmxhwfm9ep7fvIddyw~0ulZ8IcstnuPqfhB1voz6MUeLX~kBBiHvcTtiuLLrWUqetzynMXHp94mup3EJyj5XDmLNchmJJEqE-eOhBM4bzjSOgao4aXvzfkRkyxXlUBoQdYgo6QF4Sz8QtnnUJUZR-~hQgV7pn4uq9AiB8AwVWZPiBt7siKlR8ymTpK~KTSBbqFXNEjpuLcIzel4vJUHAMjdJuftntrAhfkkMoP~uAjGKXKgpZU14iiYndA6vwZA__&Key-Pair-Id=K1EOR8HYJKSWP1 "Rollback package ") * 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)*

JorgeSillero

How I can join to beta program?

ShriHarsha_H_R

When android 14 update will come for phone 1 ??

AdityaDhirSamanta

Excited💥

Louis ☕️

Beam me up scotty!

bhanuchandra_95

Rob ⚡️ finally🔥🔥🔥

KeithRoberts

Nice awaiting keenly

Mohammadkamran

what about phone (1) ?

Zoom

Let’s Go !!!!!!

DeepakKumar_IK86j9Gkif

I am waiting for nothing phone 1 beta version

PrashantKumar_RkLtmJh6FZ

Daniel Nothing 🤣

PrashantKumar_RkLtmJh6FZ

sb2002

sb2002 Nothing🤣

awesamarth

lesgooo

siddartha_ps

Excited and finally. Hope there are new features as well.🔥🤞

SollyKing

Daniel prolly nothing

MakEntertainmentStudioLtd

SollyKing I Like The CMF By Nothing Phone 1 Because It’s Admired Me In Various Features And Fastest Update In System Update

YogeshGosavi

SollyKing

It has to be Nothing 2a Special Edition! I love how unique it looks and how software experience feels like 💫

gammingservice

SollyKing my favourite product is nothing phone 2a because it has more features than the price can give that was a game changer

Aumansh

phone 1 forgotten

FuadM

Super excited

Harishh

Excited to try

parth_phone2

Rob ⚡️ Very Excited 😃😃😃

GordonLutz

Awesome!!! 👍

IgnacioLopez

Let’s Go !!!!!!

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