Nothing OS 2.6 OTA Update for Phone 2a [Download]
Nothing Phone 2a has an ongoing Android 15 beta program wherein, the firm implemented the new Nothing System UI, possibly some Nothing OS 3.0 features. The Phone (2a) also has an ongoing monthly software update via stable channel. Today, the firm released Nothing OS 2.6 for the Phone (2a) featuring most awaited QoL features, enhancements, and bug fixes. Download the Nothing OS 2.6 for Phone 2a. OTA link below.
The Nothing Phone 2a is receiving the most anticipated Nothing OS 2.6, the same software update which features in the newly launched CMF Phone 1. The update adds support for displaying the battery level of CMF Watches directly in the Quick Settings Bluetooth tile, making it easier for users to monitor their watch’s battery status. A new swipable Date Widget has been added. It also added support for deleting wallpaper history in Wallpaper Studio.
Huge updates come to Game Mode like Quick Access to Game Dashboard. Users can now tap the left sidebar during games to quickly access the Game Dashboard. Incoming calls during gameplay can now be displayed in a pop-up. The update supports rejecting calls from third-party apps during gameplay.
As for the bug fixes, WhatsApp Voice and Call Recording have been improved. Resolved an issue affecting voice and call recording in WhatsApp.
Nothing OS 2.6 Patch Notes for Phone 2a
This update transitions you to Nothing OS 2.6, powered by Android 14 – our most significant update since the launch of OS 2.0.
Full of exciting new features and improvements to enhance your everyday experience. Here’s what’s in store:
- New features and improvements
- New support for CMF Watch battery level display in the Quick Settings Bluetooth tile.
- Added a new swipable Date Widget.
- Game Mode enhancements
- Tap the left sidebar for quick access to the Game Dashboard during games.
- Incoming calls during games can now be displayed in a pop-up.
- Added support to reject third-party app calls during gameplay.
- Support for one-tap callback after rejecting a call.
- Optimised light notifications to show more information during games.
- Support for blocking notifications during gameplay to reduce distractions.
- Bug Fixes
- Resolved an issue affecting voice and call recording in WhatsApp.
- Fixed an issue causing the Atmosphere wallpaper effect to disappear in certain scenarios.
- Resolved an issue causing overlapping of the Lock Screen display in certain scenarios.
- Fixed an issue causing photo previews to display incorrectly when taken in landscape while the device was locked.
- Improved Portrait Mode in the camera to avoid incorrect blurring.
- Optimized camera stability.
- Other general bug fixes and experience improvements.
- Update size: 160 MB
Download Nothing OS 2.6 for Phone 2a
Here is the full stock firmware or full OTA update zip for Nothing OS 2.6.0 for Nothing Phone 2a.
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How to Install Nothing OS full OTA update zip for Nothing Phone?
- Go to “Settings > About phone > Software info” to confirm that your system has been updated to the latest version (Nothing OS 2.0). If not, please go to “Settings > System > System update” to check for updates.
- Download the latest software update package.
- Create a folder named “ota” (without the quotes) at the root of the internal storage. Meaning outside every folder.
- Copy the OTA update ZIP file from above to that folder.
- Open the phone app and Dial
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- The local update tool should launch.
- In the drop-down list that appears, select the upgrade package you just copied.
- Tap the “Directly apply OTA from selection” button to start updating.
- Reboot your device after the upgrade process is complete.
- A pop-up will appear asking if you would like to reboot your device. We strongly recommend selecting “Confirm” here, as upgrades require a reboot to enter the new version.
- Upgrade successful
Note: If the dialer doesn’t work in your region,
You can also use the Activity Launcher app or ShortcutMaker to locate and execute the “OfflineOTAUpgrade” tool.
