Earlier this month, the Nothing Phone (1) received an early access update featuring Nothing OS 2.5, based on Android 14. As a delightful surprise ahead of Christmas, the brand has now introduced the Nothing OS 2.5 Open Beta program for users of the Phone (1).

Nothing Phone 1 Nothing OS 2.5 beta

For Phone (1) users, the arrival of Nothing OS 2.5, powered by Android 14, is a game-changer. The update brings a host of enhancements, and here’s a glimpse of what’s coming your way:

Customization:

  • Redesigned a joint Home Screen and Lock Screen customization page for a more comprehensive view.
  • Introduced the Atmosphere wallpaper effect, breathing life into your background photo with dynamic motion on both lock and home screens.
  • Solid color wallpapers for a sleeker Home Screen appearance.
  • Added a new monochrome color theme in the basic color section.

Gesture:

  • Customizable double-press power button for quick access to a chosen feature.
  • Expanded Lock Screen shortcut options, including Do Not Disturb, Mute, QR code scanner, and video camera.
  • Capture screenshots swiftly with a three-finger swipe gesture.
  • New screenshot editor and menu for advanced editing features and quick deletions.

New Widgets:

  • Pedometer Widget: Keep track of your daily steps directly from your home screen.
  • Media Player Widget: Control your music effortlessly while on the move.
  • Screen Time Widget: Monitor and manage your daily screen time for a healthier digital lifestyle.

For Phone (1) users who participated in the closed beta program, the open beta brings quite a few improvements as listed below:

  • Added a new Glyph animation for when NFC is being used.
  • Improved the experience of Flip to Glyph.
  • Optimised the experience of the Weather app and improved the notification of weather alerts.
  • Refreshed the back gesture arrow visual to be more in line with Nothing’s style.
  • Made it possible to set ringtone and notification sound volumes separately, with an updated volume control interface.
  • Updated Quick Settings layout and support to show more devices icons.
  • Improved the stability of the camera.
  • Enhanced overall system stability for a more reliable and smooth experience.

To get involved, ensure your Nothing OS is up to date, download the necessary APK, navigate to Settings > System > Update to Beta version, and follow the prompts. Share your valuable feedback through Settings > System > Feedback or join the conversation at nothing.community.

However, a word of caution: as this is a Beta version, there’s a slight chance the test software may interfere with your data, potentially requiring a factory reset. It’s strongly advised to back up all your data before taking the plunge into the new software.

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