Nothing Tech is now rolling out its stable Nothing OS 2.5 update to Phone (2) users. Big changes include new widgets, updates to Glyph’s interface, and more customization options for the home and lock screens. Nohting also added Glyph Progress integration for Google Calendar and updates to the Glyph timer that now works from the lock screen.
New widget options include a pedometer to track your daily steps, an updated media player, and a screen time widget. There’s a new double-tap gesture for the power button that lets you open any function you want. Nothing has also confirmed that the open beta for Phone (1) users will begin later this month.
New widget options in Nothing OS 2.5
If you have a Nothing Phone (2) and want to update to the latest build, go to Settings > System > System Update. As usual, the update process is staggered, so some users will have to wait a few more days before the update is available on their device.
No OS update 2.5 changelogs.
- ✨ Redesigned a joint customization page of the Home screen and lock screen and improved the wallpaper change flow for a more complete display of options.
- 🌌 New Atmosphere Background Effect: Turn your background photo into a dynamic wallpaper that gives movement to the colors on your home screen. A smooth transition between the lock screen and home screen.
- 🔮 New Glass Wallpaper Effect: Add a Glass filter to give your favorite wallpaper a unique look.
- 🎨 Introduced solid color wallpapers for a cleaner home screen look.
- ⚪ Added a monochrome color theme in the base colors section.
- 📅 Glyph Progress integration for Google Calendar. Track your upcoming events with a 5-minute countdown on the Glyph interface.
- ⏲️ Glyph Timer now supports time presets, allowing you to quickly set the desired duration.
- 🔓 Now you can access Glyph Timer directly from the lock screen without unlocking your device.
- 🚀 Added an option to open the Glyph Timer popup by tapping instead of holding to host the Quick Settings widget.
- 💫 Added new glyph animation for when NFC is used.
- 🔄 Improved the Flip to Glyph experience.
- 💡Double-press the customizable power button to quickly access your chosen function. Go to Settings > System > Gestures.
- 🤖 More lock screen shortcuts like: Do Not Disturb, Mute, QR Code Scanner, Camera.
- 📸 Quickly capture screenshots with a three-finger swipe gesture.
- ✏️ New screenshot editor and menu, allowing for more advanced editing features and quick deletions.
- 🌥️ Optimized the Weather app experience and improved weather alert notification.
- ⬅️ Updated the back gesture arrow graphics to be more in line with Nothing’s style.
- 🔔 You can set ringtone and notification sound volumes separately, with an updated volume control interface.
- ⚙️ Updated Quick Settings layout and support for showing more device icons.
- 📷 Improved camera stability.
- 👾 Improved overall system stability for a more reliable and smooth experience.
- 🚶 Pedometer Widget: Track your daily steps directly from your home screen. Set goals and track your progress to stay motivated.
- 🎵 Media Player Widget: View the song currently playing. Easily control your music on the go.
- ⏳ Screen Time Widget: Track and manage your screen time every day to maintain a healthy digital lifestyle.
Customization
Glyph interface
Gesture
Further improvements
New widgets
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