Download New Nothing OS 2.6 update 2 for Phone 2a build 240828-1906

ByJuby Adimari
Nothing OS 2.6 for Phone 2a

The Nothing Phone (2a) has recently received a fresh update with the rollout of Nothing OS 2.6, build 240828-1906 with new features, enhancements, and critical bug fixes aimed at refining the user experience. Download the Nothing OS 2.6 update 2 build 240828-1906 right now for Phone 2a.

The second Nothing OS 2.6 update introduces several noteworthy features like the new Pop-up View for Notifications. With this feature, users can swipe down on incoming notifications to enter a Pop-up view, allowing for quick access to information without leaving the app they are currently using. This multitasking capability can be activated by navigating to Settings > System > Pop-up View.

In addition to this, the update also improves vibration control. Users can now enable vibration for third-party apps during calls, ensuring that important notifications are not missed, even when on a call. This feature can be adjusted from Settings > Sound and Vibration > Vibration.

The update introduces Battery and Pedometer Widgets that can now be displayed on both the lock screen and the Always On Display. This addition is particularly useful for users who rely on quick, at-a-glance data throughout their day.

News Reporter Widget is a unique feature included in this update. This widget reads daily news stories aloud, voiced by Tim, Nothing’s CFO.

Moreover, NothingOS 2.6 has refined the ringtone volume for incoming calls, addressing user concerns about sound inconsistencies. Additionally, the update has sped up the Bluetooth tile toggle in Quick Settings and ensured that the tile accurately reflects the connected earbud information, resolving an issue where device names were not displaying correctly.

See all the bug fixes and performance enhancements below.

Nothing OS 2.6 Update 2 Full Changelog

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
    • 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 Al models, which may sometimes behave unexpectedly.
    • Battery and Pedometer Widgets can now be displayed on the lock screen and Always On Display.
    • The Date Widget now supports automatic updates. Enabled in Settings.
    • 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.
    • Added support for deleting wallpaper history in Wallpaper Studio.
    • Added notifications in Charging Assistant to keep you informed about charging status.
  • Improvements
    • Enhanced clarity for 2x zoom in Portrait Mode on the camera.
    • Optimized compatibility issues with specific chargers.
    • Updated Google Mobile Services.
    • Improved audio delay in specific call scenarios.
    • Improved stability of Bluetooth connectivity.
    • Enabled vibration in Power Saving Mode. or Updated to September Security Patch.
  • Bug Fixes
    • Resolved an issue causing auto-rotation to not work for certain cloned apps
    • Fixed an issue where the Media Player Widget couldn’t play music when switching from guest to main user.
    • Ensured Bluetooth tile reflects correct earbud information.
    • Fixed screen flickering issue when long pressing the power button during low battery levels.
    • Fixed a system crash issue caused by window animations.
    • Resolved an issue causing the Atmosphere Wallpaper Effect to display incorrectly on the lock screen.
    • Improved Launcher for better system stability.
  • Update size: 0.96 GB

Download Nothing OS 2.6 Update 2 for Phone 2a

Here is the full stock firmware or full OTA update zip for Nothing OS 2.6.0 build 240828-1906 for Nothing Phone 2a. This is the second update with the same NOS build.

Juby is a seasoned Android enthusiast with a passion for keeping users informed about the latest phone releases and software updates. I have been following the Android ecosystem closely since its early days, and their in-depth knowledge allows them to break down complex technical details into easy-to-understand breakdowns.

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