Nothing OS 3.0 | Open Beta 1 for Phone (2a) Plus

Nothing OS 3.0.

The software we’ve always wanted to make is finally ready to show.

We are pleased to share that Phone (2a) Plus users will be able to access the Open Beta starting from today, Thursday December 12th. If you are a Phone (2a) Plus user, see below for instructions.

Please keep in mind that this version isn’t final yet, and we value your feedback and suggestions as we work towards making your experience even better.

If you are a Phone (2a) Plus user, see below the release notes and installation instructions.

Here’s what the update includes:

Shared Widgets

Use widgets to link up with friends and family. See another person’s widgets displayed on your home screen and interact with each other through reactions. A new way to stay connected.
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Lock screen

New lock screen customisation page. Access by long-pressing the lock screen or via the Customisation page.

Upgraded clock faces. Choose your favourite style.

Expanded widget space, allowing you to place more widgets on your lock screen.
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Smart Drawer

Added AI-powered Smart Drawer feature to automatically categorise your apps into folders. For better organisation and easy access.

For ultimate convenience, you can pin your favourite apps to the top of the app drawer. No scrolling required.
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Quick Settings

Reconsidered Quick Settings design with an optimised editing experience.

Enhanced widget library design.

Updated visuals in Settings including better Network & Internet and Bluetooth options.
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Camera improvements

Faster camera launch speed under the Camera Widget.

Reduced HDR scene processing time.

Smoothened user interface after using camera timer

Improved zoom slider display.
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Enhanced pop-up view

Movable pop-up view for cleaner and more productive multi-tasking.

Easily resize the pop-up view by dragging the bottom corners.

Pin the pop-up view on the screen edge for quick access.

View information without leaving your current app. Simply swipe down on incoming notifications to enter the pop-up view. Enable via Settings > System > Pop-up view.
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Other improvements

AI-powered selection and prioritisation of your frequently used apps, keeping them at your fingertips for a more efficient experience

Added support for auto-archive function to automatically free up storage space without removing apps or data from your device.

Partial screen sharing for more efficient and secure screen recording. Record just an app window rather than the entire screen.

Updated setup wizard to version 3.0 for the smoothest introduction to Nothing OS.

Enabled predictive back animations for apps that have opted in.

New fingerprint animation with signature dot matrix styling.

New charging animation with signature dot matrix styling.
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Note:

• Shared Widgets are currently supported by Nothing devices only. At this stage, only Photo Widgets (square) can be shared. We are rapidly developing support for other widgets, so stay tuned.

• Since Shared Widgets are in beta, you might encounter some issues. We appreciate your patience as continue to improve your experience.

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How to get involved - Phone (2a) Plus:

• Ensure you have installed NOS version 2.6, build number should be PacmanPro-U2.6-240924-2223 or PacmanPro-U2.6-241125-2243

• 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.

  • If you can’t find the new version yet, it means not online yet.

• Share your feedback by heading to Settings > System > Feedback or be part of the conversation by joining our dedicated discussion thread.
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Disclaimer: Since this is a Beta version, 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.

During the upgrade, the system will optimise in the background. The device may experience temporary overheating and increased power consumption, but will quickly return to normal after the upgrade is complete.

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Rollback:

Rollbacks are not recommended, as unexpected issues may occur. If you decide to roll back, you must 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 2.6 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)

Disclaimer: Since this is a Beta version, the rollback package may cause unknown issues to your software, and your data will be lost due to new Google rollback rules. Nothing cannot accept any responsibility for issues caused by rolling back. We strongly recommend backing up all your data before rolling back. If any issues arise, you may need to contact customer support for further help.