Nothing Phone 1 presently runs secure Android 13-based Nothing OS 1.5. The firm has now introduced that that it has began to roll out the Android 14-based secure Nothing OS 2.5 replace for the Phone 1. In the detailed changelog, the replace is claimed to carry enhancements throughout totally different options together with the signature Glyph Interface. It additionally introduces newer customisations and gestures and is claimed to boost a number of person experiences on the handset. Notably, the Nothing Phone 1 launched in India in July 2022.
According to the changelog listed by Nothing, the Nothing OS 2.5 replace for Nothing Phone 1 introduces a redesigned joint Home and Lock Screen customisation web page stated to supply a refined edit wallpaper movement to provide a extra complete choices view. It introduces a brand new Atmosphere wallpaper impact that helps rework the background picture right into a dynamic wallpaper and a seamless transition between the lock and residential display screen. The replace additionally provides a monochrome theme to the fundamental color part and presents stable color wallpapers.
The Glyph Interface additionally sees augmentations with this replace. It permits customers direct entry to the Interface’s Music Visualisation function and is claimed to supply an general improved Glyph mild playback impact throughout system audio synchronisation. The replace additionally unveils a brand new Glyph animation to inform NFC use and is claimed to enhance the Flip to Glyph expertise.
With the secure Nothing OS 2.5 replace, Nothing Phone 1 customers can customise the double-press energy button gesture for fast entry to any function. The replace additionally reveals new Lock Screen shortcut choices like Do Not Disturb, Mute, QR code scanner, and video digicam. It allows a three-finger swipe gesture for a screenshot and provides a brand new screenshot editor and menu. This replace additionally routinely excludes a preview of the earlier screenshot when taking steady screenshots. The again gesture arrow visible has additionally been redesigned.
Alongside an up to date Quick Settings structure that now helps exhibiting extra system icons, it provides assist for switching ring modes and setting community. The replace additionally brings Pedometer, Media Player, and Screen Time widgets. Users can customise the ringtone and notification sound volumes individually with the Nothing OS 2.5 replace. It can also be stated to supply optimised digicam stability. The replace is claimed to boost general smoothness and responsiveness with improved system stability and battery life.
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