Nothing has just rolled out the latest update for Phone 1, delivering a fresh batch of features, improvements, and fixes with Nothing OS 2.6 Update 2 (build U2.6-240904-1634). Following the previous releases, this update continues to refine the user experience and enhances performance on the device. Check how to Download Nothing OS 2.6 Update 2 for Phone 1.
The Phone 1 Nothing OS 2.6 Update 2 introduces a new Pop-up view feature that allows users to swipe down on incoming notifications and access information without leaving their current app. The update also adds vibration support for third-party apps during calls, giving users more control over call notifications.
Battery and Pedometer Widgets can now be displayed on both the lock screen and Always On Display, making it easier to view important data at a glance. Another notable addition is the News Reporter Widget, where daily news stories are read aloud by Tim, Nothing’s CFO, using AI models.
The ringtone volume has been refined for better audio clarity, while the Bluetooth tile in Quick Settings now toggles faster and accurately reflects earbud information. Additionally, the update includes the September Security Patch for enhanced security.
Nothing OS 2.6 Update 2 Full Changelog
You can check the full changelog of the Nothing OS 2.6 for Phone 1 below for more details.
- New features & improvements
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- 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.
- Enable vibration for third-party apps during calls. Turn on via Settings > Sound and vibration > Vibration.
- Battery and Pedometer Widgets can now be displayed on the lock screen and Always On Display.
- 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.
- Newly refined ringtone volume for incoming calls.
- Improved the speed of the Bluetooth tile toggle in Quick Settings.
- Ensured Bluetooth tile reflects correct earbud information.
- Updated to September Security Patch.
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- Bug Fixes
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- Optimized wallpaper preview displays.
- Resolved an issue preventing calls to be made on specific networks.
- Fixed an issue affecting 112 calls to the police.
- Resolved the problem causing some Cloned Apps to auto-rotate despite being disabled.
- Fixed an issue where the Media Player Widget couldn’t play music when switching from guest to main user.
- Optimized the Always On Display interface.
- Ensured consistency of information within photo details on the camera roll.
- Resolved zoom slider display issues when videoing on the camera.
- Fixed system stability issues.
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Download Nothing OS 2.6 for Nothing Phone 1 (build U2.6-240904-1634)
If you prefer manual installation or need the full firmware, here is the official Nothing OS 2.6.0 build U2.6-240904-1634 stock firmware or OTA update zip for your Nothing Phone 1:
- Download Nothing OS 2.6 U2.6-240904-1634
- Incremental OTA from Nothing OS 2.6 update 1
How to Install Nothing OS 2.6 update on Phone 1
Follow these steps to manually install the Nothing OS 2.6 update using the OTA update ZIP file:
- Go to Settings > System > System update to check if the OTA update is available for download. If not, download the latest Nothing OS 2.6 software package manually.
- Using a file manager, create a folder named ota at the root of your internal storage. Make sure this folder is not inside any other folder.
- Copy the OTA update ZIP file you downloaded into the newly created “OTA” folder.
- Open the Phone app and dial *#*#682#*#*. This will launch the local update tool.
- From the drop-down list, select the OTA package you copied into the “OTA” folder.
- Tap Directly apply OTA from selection to start the update process.
- After the upgrade process is complete, a pop-up will ask if you want to reboot. Select Confirm to reboot your device and finalize the installation.
After rebooting, your Nothing Phone 1 should be successfully upgraded to Nothing OS 2.6.
Rollout Information
As usual, the firmware rollout for Nothing OS 2.6 Update 2 will be staggered. This means that not every Phone 1 user will receive the update at the same time. The staggered approach ensures that any unexpected bugs or issues that arise during the update process are identified and resolved before a full-scale release. If you haven’t received the update notification yet, don’t worry – it should arrive soon.
Conclusion
Nothing OS 2.6 Update 2 (build U2.6-240904-1634) continues the company’s focus on enhancing user experience through performance optimizations, refined UI, and better battery life. With its new features and improvements, the update provides significant value for Phone 1 users, ensuring a smoother and more polished experience.
Be sure to check for the update regularly if you haven’t received it yet. Stay tuned for future releases from Nothing as they continue to innovate and refine their devices.
