Nothing Phone 2 gets Nothing OS 2.0.3 update with new features & quality-of-life improvements

Sudhanshu — Sun, 10 Sep 2023 16:26:59 +0000

Last month, Nothing released a correctional patch called Nothing OS 2.0.2a to undo the camera issues caused by the Nothing OS 2.0.2 update on the Phone (2). With that out of the way, the brand has now released the Nothing OS 2.0.3 update for the device that comes with a bunch of bug fixes, and quality-of-life improvements and also brings the promised Zomato Glyph Progress support feature.

The Nothing OS 2.0.3 adds a compass widget which you can put on your home screen. Zomato order progression will now be represented on the Glyph interface. The update also has some quality-of-life improvements like an increased Screen Recorder capture resolution, snappier keyboard popup animation speed, and better haptic feedback. You can read more about the other changes coming with this update in the changelog provided below.

Nothing OS 2.0.3 official changelog

What’s new

Added the Compass widget. After placing it, swipe down to see more detailed information.
Added new UI to show when the device is pocket mode.
Added support for Zomato in Glyph Progress. Navigate to Settings > Glyph Interface> Glyph Progress to enable this integration.
Added an Improve ‘OTG Compatibility” toggle in Settings > Connected devices > Connection preferences.

Improvements & Bug fixes

Increased the Screen Recorder capture resolution.
Adjusted the animation speed of the keyboard popping up after opening the app drawer.
Improved haptic feedback.
Improved NFC stability.
Improved Bluetooth connection stability in various scenarios.
Minor Ul adjustments.
Minor bug fixes.

As usual, the update will be rolled out in batches, so Indian Nothing Phone (2) users should get the update in the coming days. Alternatively, you can also check if the update is available for your device by navigating to Settings > System > System update > Download and Install.

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First software update for Nothing Phone (2) brings new features and bug fixes

Sudhanshu — Fri, 14 Jul 2023 10:14:05 +0000

The Nothing Phone (2) recently entered the global market, introducing notable features such as the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC, an enhanced camera system, and the newly developed Nothing OS 2.0. Shortly after its release, the brand swiftly rolled out the first software update for the Nothing Phone (2), addressing any initial flaws and introducing additional features to further enhance the user experience.

The latest software update for the Nothing Phone (2) introduces the Glyph Composer app, allowing users to customize Glyph sequences and set them as ringtones. Additionally, the lightning elements on the rear side of the phone can now be customized with greater flexibility. Notably, the update brings a Glyph progress feature for Uber, enabling users to track the progress of their incoming Uber rides.

Furthermore, users can now add widgets and quick settings widgets to both the lock screen and home screen. The update also includes Nothing Machine style ringtones and notification sounds from the Phone(1) model, specifically adjusted for the Nothing Phone(2). Additionally, users can enjoy four new wallpapers and benefit from a one-handed mode, enhancing convenience and ease of use. You can check out the complete changelog below.

Nothing Phone (2) Nothing OS 2.0 update

New features

• Introducing the Glyph Composer app. Compose your custom Glyph sequences and set them as your ringtone.
• Introducing Glyph Progress for Über. Display the progress of an incoming Über ride on the Glyph Interface. This feature is an experimental feature and you may experience some inconsistencies.
• Widgets can now be added to lockscreen / AOD.
• Added Quick Settings widgets. Add your most used Quick Settings tiles directly to your homescreen or lockscreen.
• Added new Nothing Machines style ringtones and notification sounds from Phone (1), which have been adjusted to match Phone (2)’s design.
• Added 4 new wallpapers.
• Added one-handed mode.

Improvements

• Enhanced low-light camera performance.
• Improved HDR camera effect.
• Improved clarity of motion capture.
• Enhanced network performance for certain carriers.
• Reduced power consumption during data transfer.
• Improved Glyph Interface display logic when device is unlocked.

Bug fixes

• Resolved foggy image issue when using front camera in backlight conditions.
• Fixed some Glyph related issues.
• Fixed some app lock related issues.
• Fixed a rare issue causing Quick Settings to load slower than usual.
• Resolved issue of system killing background apps under high memory load.
• More general bug fixes.