Nothing is rolling out a new software update for its flagship smartphone, the Nothing Phone (1). The update, bearing firmware Nothing OS 1.5.4, offers users several improvements and new features. One of the most significant additions is the new feedback feature that allows users to report issues or give suggestions to developers. The feature will help developers improve the OS and enhance user experience.
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Nothing Phone 1 update Nothing OS 1.5.4 Features
The update also optimizes the 4G/5G network switching function, reducing standby power consumption and prolonging battery life. Additionally, the Bluetooth function in Quick Settings has been optimized for easier access to paired devices.
Another exciting feature is smoother QR code transactions, allowing users to scan UPI QR codes directly through the camera app and choose a payment app on their device to complete the transaction. However, this feature is only available in select regions.
The fingerprint pattern unlocking experience has also been optimized, making it more responsive and accurate. The pop-up view animations have also been improved, providing a more seamless experience.
The update integrates Google Safety Center and NDot Cyrillic font support for Belarusian, Bulgarian, Macedonian, Russian, Serbian, and Ukrainian. It also addresses several issues reported by users, including freeze issues during pop-up view, improved notification display in Quick Settings, error messages during face unlock setup, and incoming call notifications that come through without delay.
Nothing OS 1.5.4 Update Changelog
What's new: New feedback feature. Send us feedback on your Nothing OS experience by going to “Settings > System > Feedback” so that we can keep improving! Reduced standby power consumption by optimizing the 4G / 5G network switching function. Optimized Bluetooth functions in Quick Settings, including new fast access to paired devices. Smoother QR code transactions. You can now scan UPI QR codes directly through the camera app and choose a payment app on your device to complete the transaction (only available in select regions). Optimized the fingerprint pattern unlocking experience. Smoother Pop-up view animations. Integrated Google Safety Center. Added NDot Cyrillic font support for Belarusian, Bulgarian, Macedonian, Russian, Serbian and Ukrainian. Other improvements: Resolved freeze issues during Pop-up view. Improved notification display in Quick Settings. Resolved error message during face unlock setup. Fixed incoming call notifications to come through without delay. Improved time-stamp accuracy for photos. Other general improvements.
In addition to the update, the Nothing Phone (1) is set to receive Android 14 Beta 1 in the coming weeks, making it one of the first Android devices (besides the Google Pixel) to have early access to the latest Android version.
Furthermore, the company is gearing up for the launch of the Nothing Phone (2) this summer, which has already created a buzz among fans.
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The users can check for the update by heading to “Settings > System > System update.”
