Nothing has released the Nothing OS 2.5.6 update for its recently launched smartphone Nothing Phone (2a). This update brings three new features to the device along with May 2024 Android security patch.
You can identify this update by its version and build number, where the version is Nothing OS 2.5.6 and the build number is Pacman-U2.5-240522-1818-IND for Phone (2a) users. The update size is 115 MB which will take around 9 minutes for the proper installation.
Nothing OS 2.5.6 Update for Phone (2a)
One of the key new features is the addition of the “Hide Navigation Bar” option. This feature allows users to enjoy a more immersive experience by hiding the navigation bar. To enable this, go to Settings > System > Gestures > Navigation mode > Gesture navigation settings > Hide navigation bar.
Another new feature is the ability to long-press a widget to bring up more options. This change makes widget interactions more consistent with other home screen operations.
Additionally, there is now an option to enable or disable vibrations for other calls and notifications during an active call.
The update also includes several improvements. The Google security patch has been updated to May 2024, enhancing the security of the device. The camera’s auto HDR detection logic has been optimized for better photo quality.
Several bugs have been fixed in this update. Compatibility issues with Android Auto have been resolved. The issue where the screen did not automatically turn on after using the Power Button during an incoming call has been fixed. Problems with the ChatGPT widget have been addressed. The issue causing the notification panel to narrow when receiving certain notifications has been fixed. Additionally, the overall stability of the system has been optimized.
You can also watch our video on this particular update for better understanding.
Nothing OS 2.5.6 Changelog
New features
- Added “Hide Navigation Bar” feature for more immersive user experience. You can find this feature via “Settings > System > Gestures > Navigation mode > Gesture navigation settings > Hide navigation bar”.
- Long-pressing a widget now brings up more options, making it more consistent with other home screen operations.
- Added an option to allow or disable vibrations for other calls and notifications during a call.
Improvements
- Updated Google security patch to May 2024.
- Optimised camera auto HDR detection logic.
Bug fixes
- Fixed certain compatibility issues with Android Auto.
- Fixed the issue where the screen does not automatically turn on after using the Power Button to turn it off during an incoming call.
- Fixed some issues with the ChatGPT widget.
- Fixed the issue where the notification panel narrows when receiving certain notifications.
- Optimised the overall stability of the system.
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