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Nothing OS 2.6 October Update Rolls Out for Nothing Phone (2a) Plus
The latest Nothing OS 2.6 October update for the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus has been released. The update size is just 51.21 MB, and installation completes in approximately 9 minutes. This release, identified by the build number PacmanPro-U2.6-240924-223-IND, focuses on enhancing connectivity, improving camera functions, and strengthening system stability.
Nothing Phone (2a) Plus October Update
The update boosts the 5G standalone network option, ensuring better availability. It also optimizes the registration speed of SIM2 VoLTE after the device exits Airplane Mode. Additionally, a fix has been applied to address an issue where MMS messages failed to send under certain conditions. Furthermore, the data roaming status display has been corrected to reflect the actual status accurately.
Users can expect enhanced HDR effects for photos taken with both the front and rear cameras. The update also improves zoom clarity in various scenarios and resolves lag issues that previously affected night video recording.
The update brings optimized display of the battery icon in the Status Bar and addresses instances of system unresponsiveness. This enhancement contributes to an overall increase in system stability and smoothness. Additionally, the Phone (2a) Plus has integrated the October 2024 Android Security Patch, ensuring the device remains secure against the latest threats.
Nothing OS 2.6 October Update Changelog for Phone (2a) Plus:
Connectivity enhancements
- Improved the availability of the 5G standalone network option.
- Optimised the registration speed of SIM2 VoLTE after exiting Airplane Mode.
- Fixed an issue where MMS failed to send in certain scenarios.
- Corrected the data roaming status display to match the actual status.
Camera optimisations
- Enhanced HDR effects for both front and rear cameras.
- Improved zoom clarity in certain scenarios.
- Resolved lag issues during night video recording.
System improvements
- Optimized the battery icon display in the Status Bar.
- Resolved instances of system unresponsiveness, enhancing overall stability and smoothness.
- Updated Android Security Patch to October.
I tested Nothing’s Essential Space on the Nothing Phone (3) and OnePlus Mind Space on the OnePlus 11. Both look similar on the surface, but the way they work feels very different. Let’s break it down.
Nothing Essential Space has a dedicated Essential Key button. Just double press, and the app opens instantly. From there, you can create summaries, reminders, or even voice notes. Everything is simple and fast.
OnePlus Mind Space works with a three-finger swipe gesture. It opens smoothly and also creates summaries and reminders, but you need to do more manual steps compared to Nothing.
The big win for Essential Space is that it syncs directly with Google Calendar. Add a reminder once, and it’s already there. You can even record voice notes or use the camera app to analyze photos and auto-generate descriptions.
Mind Space, on the other hand, shines with app-wise sorting. For example, it can organize summaries by WhatsApp, Chrome, or Twitter, which is quite useful. But adding reminders is manual, and sharing options are limited.
Nothing also adds cool exclusive features like Flip-to-Record, where you just flip the phone, hold the key, and it records with Glyph animations. Later, the AI auto-summarizes your entire meeting or talk into English text. Super handy!
Sharing is also easier on Nothing. You can export your notes as an image, PDF, or Markdown and send them anywhere. On OnePlus, you only get the delete option, which feels basic.
Overall, Nothing Essential Space feels more polished and feature-rich, while OnePlus Mind Space is still catching up. The app-wise sorting on OnePlus is neat, but Nothing’s extra features make it the better option for now.
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The CMF Phone 1 has started receiving the August Nothing OS 3.2 update. This update comes with version V3.2-250723-1800 and is sized at 252 MB. It brings new widget features, bug fixes, and several performance improvements.
One of the main highlights is the improvement to widgets. Shared widgets now support more sticker types, making them more fun and customisable. The Countdown widget has received a new Recurring option along with additional shape choices. This means you can set countdowns to repeat automatically. The Pedometer and Screentime widgets can now also be shared, adding more ways to interact and share information.
In the general improvements section, Nothing has added the option to set the Nothing Gallery as the default for previewing photos in Camera settings. The camera itself has also received stability enhancements for a smoother experience. Bluetooth call issues in Telegram, which affected some watches and earbuds, have been fixed.
The update also resolves font display issues in apps like Instagram, Subito, and a few others. On the security side, the August 2025 security patch has been included, ensuring better device protection. Finally, overall system stability has been improved, and performance has been optimised for a smoother user experience.
The August Nothing OS 3.2 update is rolling out gradually, so CMF Phone 1 users may receive it at different times depending on their region.
Nothing has released the August update for the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus, bringing Nothing OS 3.2 with several new improvements and fixes. The update is 259 MB in size and comes with the build number V3.2-250731-1640. It focuses on enhancing the camera experience, fixing bugs, and improving system stability, along with the latest Android security patch.
One of the major changes in this update is in the Camera app. Users can now choose a default album for preview images in the settings, making photo organization more convenient. The update also improves overall camera stability, ensuring smoother performance when taking pictures and recording videos.
Apart from camera enhancements, the update also addresses some important issues. It fixes a problem that caused rapid battery drain when certain smartwatches were connected to the phone. Additionally, it resolves Bluetooth call issues in Telegram when paired with some watches and earbuds.
There are also fixes for text display problems in apps like Instagram, Subito, and others when using the Inter font. Lastly, the update includes the August 2025 Android security patch, which improves the phone’s security and protects it against the latest threats.
With these improvements, the Nothing OS 3.2 August update aims to deliver a smoother and more reliable experience for Nothing Phone (2a) Plus users.