Nothing released its second smartphone, the Phone (2), last month. It came with Nothing OS 2.0, the second version of Nothing’s Android customization skin. Earlier this month, the company’s founder, Carl Pei, confirmed that the Nothing OS 2.0 update for the Phone (1) would be released by the end of August. 

As promised, Nothing’s official X (formerly Twitter) handle shared that the update will start rolling out to Phone (1) handsets next week. However, the company has yet to share a specific date for the release of Nothing OS 2.0 for the Phone (1), so we can expect the update to be rolled out gradually over the next week. 

Nothing OS 2.0 update for Phone 1

While Nothing’s announcement on X did not reveal any details about the new software, we know that Nothing OS 2.0 is based on Android 13. Some of the notable features of Nothing OS 2.0 include monochrome app icons, new widgets, lock screen customizations, the ability to lock individual apps and clone app support. 

More importantly, Nothing is sticking to its promise of offering a clean user interface. There is no bloatware installed, and you still get the classic dot-matrix font throughout the UI.

The update is in line with Nothing’s promise to provide the Phone (1) with three years of major Android updates and four years of security updates. This means that the Phone (1) is now due to receive Android 14 and Android 15 updates, and then security patches for an additional year. 

Android 14 is expected to be released soon, and Nothing is also running the Android 14 beta program, so you can try out Android 14 on your Nothing Phone by downloading the latest beta. However, it’s important to remember that beta versions are pre-release software, so they may not be stable and could contain bugs.

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Nothing Phone (2) debuted last month with several upgrades not just in hardware but also in the software department. It debuted running the new Nothing OS 2.0 on the software front, which brings new features for the Glyph Interface and customizable ringtones. The company has today further improved the software experience on the Phone (2) with a new Nothing OS 2.0.2 update.

Nothing OS 2.0.2 update is now rolling out to the Phone (2) users. Along with a number of improvements in the camera and software department, the update also brings July 2023 security patch with itself.

As per the changelog, the update enhances the photo clarity in the 50MP mode and improves the low-light photography performance. The contrast and Bokeh effect when shooting in Portrait Mode should also work better with the new update. You will also see better clarity of faces when shooting in Portrait Mode.

Here’s everything the update includes:

Front camera

• Enhanced photo clarity
• Improved quality in low-light settings
• Faster HDR processing speed

Rear camera

• Enhanced photo clarity in 50 MP Mode
• Optimised stability and contrast when recording videos on the rear camera
• Improved photo quality in low-light settings
• Improved the contrast and Bokeh effect when shooting in Portrait Mode
• Optimised the clarity of faces when shooting in Portrait Mode 
• Faster HDR processing speed

New features

• Feature that can shut down apps when the device reaches its temperature limit
• Refined the out-of-battery visual when device is switched off 
• Added different icons for each of the Nothing audio products to volume control
• Updated to Google’s July security patch

Improvements

• Reworked haptic feedback strength when typing
• Improved responsiveness of the touch panel under certain conditions
• Improved reliability of network for multiple global carriers
• Enhanced performance of some games when played in HDR
• Improved system stability

Solutions 

• Amended issues with Dirac Audio
• Resolved an issue affecting Google Wallet functioning in cloned apps
• Fixed an issue causing ‘double tap to wake’ to be unresponsive at times
• Resolved an issue causing the Bluetooth Quick Settings tile to be unresponsive at times
• Other general bug fixes

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Earlier this month, the Nothing Phone (2) was launched in various global markets. The Phone (2) is currently being sold in “Nothing Drop” physical locations in some regions, and pre-orders are also supposed to start shipping today. That being said, the brand has released a new update for the device with a bunch of new features, improvements, and bug fixes.

The new update named Nothing OS 2.0.1 has the build number T2.0-230709-2003. It weighs 105MB and features a bunch of camera improvements like 2x Zoom portrait support, optimized HDR, reduced shutter lag, and more. Face unlock, fingerprint unlock, and charging performance have all been improved. The update also gets rid of some annoying bugs which you can check out below in detail.

Nothing OS 2.0.1 update changelog

New features

● Glyph Composer is now live on the Play Store! Use the app to create and record your very own Glyph Ringtones.
● Introducing Glyph Progress for Uber. Check the progress of an incoming Uber ride via the Glyph Interface. This feature is currently in an experimental phase, so you may experience some inconsistencies.
● Widgets can now be added to your lock screen / Always-on-Display. Available to set up on the lock screen settings page.
● Quick Settings widgets. Add your most-used Quick Settings tiles directly to your home or lock screen.
● Reworked popular Nothing Machine ringtones and notification sounds from Phone (1), adjusted to match the new segmented design of Phone (2).
● 4 new wallpapers
● One-handed Mode.

Camera

● Camera Portrait mode now supports 2x zoom.
● Motion capture is now supported in 50MP mode.
● Introduced a brand new Nothing style photo watermark.
● Optimised the HDR effectiveness across the board
● Optimised photo clarity when shooting between 4x and 10x zoom
● Improved camera quality when used in third party apps.
● Reduced lag and optimised stabilisation algorithm when shooting videos.

Improvements

● Improved battery and charging performance in extreme conditions.
● Improved the consistency of wireless charging and Battery Share.
● Improved Face Unlock and fingerprint sensor performance.
● Regulated system sounds volume across the board.
● Optimised Essential Notification and other Glyph Interface logic.

Bug fixes

● Resolved Quick Settings expansion issue.
● Improved network stability.
● Resolved NFC related issue.
● More general bug fixes.

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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.

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The highly anticipated Nothing Phone (2) is set to launch next month, and recent renders have revealed a new curved design. In a conversation with Mladen M. Hoyss, Software Creative Director at Nothing, insights were gained about the upcoming Nothing OS 2.0.

During the interview, Hoyss expressed the goal of establishing a recognizable ecosystem that combines the best aspects of Android to enhance accessibility and efficiency for users. In March 2023, Nothing announced a strategic partnership with Blloc, which brought Mladen M. Hoyss and his design team on board. Having previously worked on Blloc’s Zero 18 Android phone and Ratio launcher, they are now collaborating with Nothing to develop the next generation of Nothing OS. Blloc’s design philosophy, focusing on productivity and minimalism, continues to influence Hoyss’ work with Nothing.

Hoyss envisions a home screen that reflects personal interests and provides relevant information at a glance, reducing the need for excessive scrolling. Nothing plans to bring out-of-the-box options to the forefront, creating a functional environment.

He says that collaboration between the original OxygenOS developers and Blloc developers at Nothing has resulted in remarkable synergy. They strive for exceptional performance while prioritizing user satisfaction.

The core concept of Nothing OS 2.0 is “functional aesthetics,” which involves transforming large amounts of data into visually digestible representations. Nothing plans to create a visually appealing and data-rich user experience. Following the launch of Nothing OS 2.0 this summer, the company will provide further updates on its compatibility with the original Nothing Phone (1).

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