Nothing, known for its design and innovations in the Android phone world, has finally brought the much-anticipated update to its mid-range device. The Nothing OS 2.6 update, released by the company, is now available for the Nothing Phone (2a). Here are the details of the Nothing Phone (2a) update…
Nothing Phone (2a) Update Brings Numerous New Features
The OS 2.6 update, published by Nothing, brings a variety of new features to the Phone (2a). As a preferred choice among mid-range users, the Phone (2a) receives new features, improvements, and bug fixes. The update, which comes with the software version U2.6-240828-1906-IND, introduces multiple features ranging from the News Reporter Widget to camera improvements.
In the comments under the update notes, it was mentioned that the OS 3.0 update would arrive after the release of Android 15. Although no specific date has been provided, it is said that the update might not arrive as quickly as it does for Pixel devices, but it is expected to be rolled out swiftly.
Nothing introduced its new model, the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus, which appeals to the mid-range segment. Here is the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus with its design and features.
Nothing OS 2.6 changelog for Phone (2a)
New features
- Introducing the News Reporter Widget. Let your daily news stories be read aloud to you by Tim, Nothing’s CFO. Please note: this feature is still in beta and relies on various generative AI models, which may sometimes behave unexpectedly.
- Battery and Pedometer Widgets can now be displayed on the lock screen and Always On Display.
- The Date Widget now supports automatic updates. Enabled in Settings.
- Swipe down incoming notifications to enter Pop-up view. For easy access to information without having to leave an app. Turn on via Settings > System > Pop-up view.
- Added support for deleting wallpaper history in Wallpaper Studio.
- Added notifications in Charging Assistant to keep you informed about charging status.
Improvements
- Enhanced clarity for 2x zoom in Portrait Mode on the camera.
- Optimised compatibility issues with specific chargers.
- Updated Google Mobile Services.
- Improved audio delay in specific call scenarios.
- Improved stability of Bluetooth connectivity.
- Enabled vibration in Power Saving Mode.
- Updated to September Security Patch.
Bug Fixes
- Resolved an issue causing auto-rotation to not work for certain cloned apps
- Fixed an issue where the Media Player Widget couldn’t play music when switching from guest to main user.
- Ensured Bluetooth tile reflects correct earbud information.
- Fixed screen flickering issue when long pressing the power button during low battery levels.
- Fixed a system crash issue caused by window animations.
- Resolved an issue causing the Atmosphere Wallpaper Effect to display incorrectly on the lock screen.
- Improved Launcher for better system stability.
