Nothing Phone (2a) users have begun receiving the second beta of Nothing OS 3.0. Shared Widgets and enhancements to the Quick Settings menu are among the new features included in the update. The initial distribution of Nothing OS 3.0 to Phone 2a earlier this year marked the start of the company’s previously announced Android 15 update cycle, followed by this release. Users of phones (1) and (2a) Plus can anticipate receiving the beta version at some point next month.
Nothing OS 3.0 Beta 2: What’s new
According to a report by Android Police, numerous new features and improvements have been added to the Nothing Phone (2a) with Nothing OS 3.0 Beta 2. This release introduces “Shared Widgets,” a novel feature that enables user interaction through widgets. Initially, it offers essential reactions that are displayed across connected devices.
The update also improves the Quick Settings menu with improved graphics, slicker animations, and a better user experience. The Smart Drawer and an organization offer accuracy improvements to app organization.
Camera enhancements include improved HDR modes, optimoptimizedrait mode, and better switching mode stability. AI-powered app prior prioritization makes frequently used apps readily accessible. BGMI players will also appreciate the increased frame rate support, which will now reach up to 90Hz. Additionally, the update adds helpful details to the pop-up view feature, making it easier to understand and use. As expected with a beta release, this update includes bug fixes and performance improvements.
Things to remember
Note that beta upgrades are subject to instability. Therefore, users should back up their data before installing the update. They will need to erase their data when they run into problems or want to return to the operating system’s prior version.
How to Install
To test the latest beta and all of its features, users must go to the Nothing support website, download the APK file, and install it on their Phone 2a.
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