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Nothing OS 3.0 Open Beta 1 (Android 15) Now Available for Nothing Phone (2a) Plus

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Nothing Phone (2a) Plus Nothing OS 3.0 Update

Nothing has announced the release of Nothing OS 3.0 Open Beta 1 for its Nothing Phone (2a) Plus, marking the next step in their innovative software journey. Based on Android 15, this beta update is now available for download and promises a host of new features and improvements. The update size is 1.7 GB, and the build number is PacmanPro-V3.0-241126-1448-IND.

Release Overview

Nothing OS 3.0 Open Beta 1 is designed to provide users with early access to the latest features while also collecting valuable feedback to fine-tune the software. However, as this is a beta version, users should be prepared for potential bugs and are encouraged to share their suggestions.

Key Features in Nothing OS 3.0

1. Shared Widgets

  • Stay Connected: Share widgets with friends and family directly on your home screen. Interact with them through reactions for a more personalized experience. (Currently limited to Photo Widgets.)

2. Lock Screen Upgrades

  • Customisation Page: Access by long-pressing the lock screen or through the Customisation menu.
  • Enhanced Clock Faces: Choose from a variety of styles.
  • Expanded Widget Space: Add more widgets to your lock screen for improved functionality.

3. AI-Powered Smart Drawer

  • Automated Organisation: Automatically sorts apps into categories for better accessibility.
  • Pinned Apps: Keep your favorite apps at the top of your app drawer for quick access.

4. Revamped Quick Settings

  • Redesigned interface for easier customisation.
  • Improved visuals in Network & Internet and Bluetooth settings.

5. Camera Enhancements

  • Faster Launch: Quicker access via the Camera Widget.
  • Improved HDR: Reduced scene processing time.
  • UI Refinements: Smoother countdown photo interface and better zoom slider display.

6. Multi-Tasking with Pop-Up View

  • Resizable: Drag to resize or pin pop-up windows for efficiency.
  • Quick Notifications: Swipe down on incoming notifications to access the pop-up view.

7. General Improvements

  • AI App Prioritisation: Frequently used apps are now easier to access.
  • Auto-Archive: Frees up space by automatically managing unused data.
  • Partial Screen Sharing: Share only specific app windows for enhanced privacy during screen recording.
  • Updated Setup Wizard: A smoother onboarding experience for new users.
  • Predictive Back Animation: Available for apps that support this feature.
  • New Animations: Enjoy refreshed fingerprint and charging animations with Nothing’s signature dot-matrix design.

Important Notes

  • Shared Widgets: Currently, this feature is supported only between Nothing devices. Expect further widget compatibility in future updates.
  • As this is a beta release, some features may not work as expected. User feedback will help resolve these issues.

How to Update Nothing Phone (2a) Plus to Nothing OS 3.0 Open Beta

To participate, ensure your Phone (2a) Plus is running Nothing OS version 2.6 (build number PacmanPro-U2.6-240924-2223 or PacmanPro-U2.6-241125-2243). Then, follow these steps:

  1. Download the APK provided by Nothing and install it.
  2. Go to Settings > System > Update to Beta Version.
  3. Tap Check for New Version and follow the instructions.

It will take 20-25 minutes for the installation. So have patience while updating.

Final Thoughts

The Nothing OS 3.0 Open Beta 1 demonstrates Nothing’s commitment to innovation and user feedback. By introducing features like Shared Widgets, enhanced Lock Screen options, and AI-driven app organisation, Nothing is setting a high bar for Android customisation. While this beta provides a glimpse into the future of Nothing OS, users are encouraged to report any issues to help refine the final version.

Are you ready to explore Android 15 on the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus? Share your thoughts on the update!

Akash Ramsakha is the owner of TechiBoy.com, a website dedicated to technology reviews, software updates, and news. He also has an TechiBoy YouTube channel where he makes interesting content focused on Nothing Phone, OnePlus, and other tech products.

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How to Use Depth Effect Wallpapers with Animation on Nothing Phones (Easy Guide)

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Depth effect wallpaper in Nothing Phone

I am going to show you something cool and interesting—Depth Effect Wallpapers with animations for your Nothing Phones and even other Android phones. These wallpapers make your lock screen look amazing by adding 3D depth and animated clock effects.

Let’s see how it works and how you can apply these wallpapers step by step.

What are Depth Effect Wallpapers?

Depth Effect Wallpapers are special live wallpapers that give a 3D-like depth look to your screen. These wallpapers also show animations, like the clock moving behind the character in the wallpaper.

For example:

  • When you unlock your phone, the clock appears behind the character.
  • The time updates automatically.
  • It looks very cool and stylish on your lock screen.

How to Apply Depth Effect Wallpapers on Nothing Phones?

Step 1: Download the Required Files

You will need some files which I will provide here. Download them to your phone.
Main file needed: Kustom KLWP App and some preset wallpapers.

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Cool New Depth Effect Wallpapers (Two Files – APK & CwithoutM.KLWP)

Step 2: Install the Kustom KLWP App

  1. Download the Kustom KLWP app.
  2. While installing, you may face an error saying ‘App Not Installed’ because Google Play Protect might block it.
  3. To fix this:
    • Go to Google Play Store → Your Profile → Play Protect → Settings.
    • Disable ‘Scan apps with Play Protect’ and other harmful app detections temporarily.
  4. Now install the app again. It should work fine.
  5. Note: Later, enable the Scan App option in the Play Protect.

Or else you can download it from the Play Store, but you need to pay for it.

Step 3: Import and Set the Wallpapers

  1. Open the Custom KLWP App.
  2. Give all the necessary permissions.
  3. Go to the Download folder, where you saved the wallpapers (e.g., Goku, Itachi, Samurai, Spiderman).
  4. Select the folder and import the wallpaper you like (example: Itachi).
  5. Once loaded, tap Save, and then Set as Wallpaper → Home Screen & Lock Screen.
  6. Now you will see the depth effect and animation on your lock screen.

Important Tips:

  • Do NOT tap on ‘Customize’ after applying the wallpaper.
    If you do, the animation may freeze and stop working properly.
  • If this happens:
    • Apply any normal wallpaper first.
    • Then go back to KLWP app and reapply the depth effect wallpaper.
    • After setting it again, the animation will work normally.

Note for Nothing Phone (2) and Phone (3a) Series Users:

In some models like Nothing Phone (2) or Phone (3a), the KLWP app may not work properly.
You might see bugs where the wallpaper applies, but the animation or depth effect doesn’t appear.
There is a solution: Go to the settings of KLWP by pressing three dots- App Settings – Advanced Options – Enable the Disable Parallel Rendering.

For best results:

Try this method on Nothing Phone (1), Phone (2a), CMF Phone 1, and CMF Phone 2 Pro—here the depth effect works smoothly with real-time clock animation.

Final Advice:

  • Avoid putting any widgets or icons at the top of your lock screen.
  • After everything is done, don’t forget to go back to the Google Play Store → Play Protect Settings and enable the protections back again for safety.

Conclusion:

So that’s how you can easily apply depth effect wallpapers with animations on your Nothing Phone or other Android phones. It will make your device look unique and more attractive.

If you face any problems:

  • Comment below the post.
  • Or you can also join the Telegram group to ask questions directly.
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Nothing Phone (2) New Update Adds Private Space, Misses Hotspot Manager

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Nothing Phone 2 May Nothing OS 3.0 Update

Nothing has released a new update for the Nothing Phone (2). This update brings Nothing OS 3.0, but many users were expecting version 3.1 or 3.2. Still, the update brings some new features and improvements to the phone.

Update Details

  • Update Size: 737 MB
  • Build Number: Pong-V3.0-250506-1805-IND
  • Android Security Patch: May 1, 2025

New Features and Improvements

1. Private Space

Nothing Phone (2) now gets the ‘Private Space’ feature. This allows users to hide apps, photos, files, and even use a private camera.
It uses a separate password and fingerprint from the phone’s main unlock method, giving extra privacy.
Apps added to Private Space won’t appear in the normal app drawer.

2. App Locker with Separate Password

You can now set a different password for locking apps. This is separate from the phone’s main lock screen password, giving better privacy for apps like Calculator, Facebook, etc.

3. Nothing Gallery (Still Basic)

Nothing mentioned improvements to the Nothing Gallery app, but users did not find any major changes. The gallery still lacks editing features, and Google Photos remains the default unless disabled.

4. Touch Feedback Settings for Face Unlock

Now users can disable the vibration feedback when using face unlock. This option is available inside the settings.

5. Smoother Animations

With the update, the app opening and closing animations have become much smoother. The launcher has been updated to version 3.2.2, making the phone feel faster and more fluid when switching apps.

6. Network and Wi-Fi Stability

Nothing has improved the stability of cellular networks and Wi-Fi connections. However, the ‘Hotspot Manager’ feature, which allows setting limits for connected devices, is still missing in Phone (2). It is only available in the Nothing Phone (2a).

7. Status Bar and Notification Center Improvements

Nothing has optimized the status bar icons and notification center for better performance and fewer bugs.

8. New Wallpapers

The update also brings new wallpapers from the Nothing Phone (3a) series.

No Major Camera Improvements

Although the Nothing camera app has been updated from version 15.1.00.03.17 to 15.1.00.03.19, users did not notice any big changes in photography or video quality. Nothing has not yet provided camera tuning or processing updates for Phone (2). These improvements may come later, possibly with the launch of the Nothing Phone (3).

Should you update?

The Nothing Phone (2) May update brings useful privacy features and smoother animations, but misses out on some features like Hotspot Manager and camera improvements. Still, it’s recommended to update your phone to enjoy the new privacy options and a better user experience.

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Nothing Phone (2a) Gets New Features with May Update: Nothing OS 3.0 Now Smoother and Safer

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Nothing Phone 2a May Nothing OS 3.0 Update

Nothing has rolled out a new update for its popular Nothing Phone (2a). The update brings Nothing OS 3.0 with several new features and improvements. However, many users were expecting Nothing OS 3.1 or 3.2, but the company has still kept it at 3.0.

New Features:

  • Private Space:
    Nothing has finally added the much-awaited ‘Private Space’ feature. Users can now hide apps, files, photos, and even use a private camera inside this space. The best part is it uses a separate password and fingerprint from your regular phone lock, giving extra privacy.
  • Separate Password for App Locker:
    Users can now set a different password for app locking, separate from their main lock screen password. This makes securing apps like Facebook and Instagram even safer.
  • Hotspot Manager:
    Users can now limit the number of devices that can connect to their phone’s hotspot. It also shows which device is connected and allows you to block unwanted devices.
  • Updated Security Patch:
    The phone now has the latest Android security patch for May 2025, keeping your device safe from new threats.

Small Improvements:

  • Wi-Fi and System Stability:
    Users reported no major issues with Wi-Fi or hotspot connections after the update. Overall, the phone runs smoothly without noticeable bugs.
  • Status Bar and Notification Center:
    The company improved accessibility and stability in the notification center and status bar, although these changes are small and may not be easily noticed.
  • Cellular Network Stability:
    The update also tries to fix common issues like 5G to 4G switching and call drops. The experience has improved for some users.

Changes in Apps and UI:

  • Nothing Launcher Updated:
    The launcher is now updated to version 3.2.2 (for some 3.2.3), with slightly smoother animations when opening apps.
  • Camera App Version Changed:
    The camera app has been updated to version 14.0.03.26.08 While no major camera features were added, the app opens a bit faster. Users are still waiting for camera tuning improvements, which may come in future updates, possibly around the launch of the Nothing Phone (3) expected in July.
  • Nothing Gallery:
    Although Nothing mentioned their own gallery app, users still see Google Photos as default. No clear changes were noticed in the gallery app yet.
  • Touch Feedback for Face Unlock:
    Users can now disable the vibration that happens when using face unlock from the settings.

The May update for Nothing Phone (2a) brings useful privacy and stability improvements, but no major camera or design changes yet. The update size is around 1.04 GB and may take around 25-30 minutes to install depending on your internet speed. Users are still hoping for bigger updates like Nothing OS 3.1 with camera improvements soon.

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