Nothing has begun sending out the first Open Beta of the Nothing OS 3.0 update for the Phone 2a Plus worldwide. This beta program, which was announced on Thursday via the company’s community site, allows customers to test out new features before they are fully released later this month. The update is based on Android 15 and includes some visual and functional enhancements. The blog post also explains how to sign up for the beta program.
One of the most notable features of the Nothing OS 3.0 Open Beta 1 upgrade is greater home and lock screen customization. Users may now edit the lock screen by long-tapping it. There are new clock faces, fonts, and design layouts to provide consumers with more possibilities for customization.
Additionally, the clock widget has been changed with new graphics to complement the overall appearance. The update also adds artificial intelligence to the Smart Drawer function. This function automatically categorizes programs based on their usage patterns, making it easier for users to find what they need. It also allows users to pin their most frequently used apps to the top of the app drawer for easy access.
The Nothing OS 3.0 Open Beta 1 update includes significant improvements to the camera capabilities. HDR processing time has been lowered, making it easier to snap high-quality photographs. The camera widget now launches faster, and low-light performance is improved. Additionally, the zoom slider display has been improved for a more seamless experience.
Another noticeable aspect is the increased multitasking capacity. Users may now effortlessly move and resize pop-up views, which can also be pinned to the screen’s edge for convenience. The update also includes an auto-archive option that frees up storage space without uninstalling apps, making it an effective tool for managing phone storage.
Other capabilities include partial screen sharing and secure screen recording, which provide users greater control over what they share and record. The setup process has been improved, and there are new fingerprint identification and charging animations in Nothing’s characteristic dot matrix style. Quick settings have been updated to provide more utility, widget space has been increased, and predictive back animations have been introduced to assist app navigation.