The beta update for Android 15 on the Nothing Phone 2 has been released for developers and advanced users. Here’s how you can download it.
Owners of the Nothing Phone 2 have the option to revert back to Nothing OS 2.5.5 based on Android 14, but doing so will result in the loss of data stored on their smartphone.
Last year, the Nothing Phone 2 debuted with Android 13 and received the latest update by the year’s end. Now, the UK-based startup, helmed by OnePlus Co-Founder Carl Pei, has introduced a beta release of Android 15, Google’s upcoming OS update anticipated for later this year. The company has advised advanced users and developers that the beta edition is an initial build, and certain features from the stable version of Nothing OS are currently not accessible.
Nothing Phone 2 Android 15 Beta Released for Testers
Earlier this week, the first beta version of Android 15 for the Nothing Phone 2 was made available to testers through a forum post on the Nothing Community. This marks the second device from the company to receive an Android 15 beta rollout, following last week’s release for Nothing Phone 2a users. Before updating to Android 15, users must ensure that their device is running Nothing OS 2.5.5.
Owners of the Nothing Phone 2 can download the Android 15 beta release via an over-the-air (OTA) update package, eliminating the need to connect the phone to a computer for installation. It’s important to note that while reverting to Android 14 is possible, doing so will result in data loss, underscoring the importance of backing up all data beforehand.
Nothing Phone 2 Android 15 Beta: How to Download
To install the Nothing Phone 2 Android 15 beta, you must download one of two beta update packages from the company’s website and store it in your phone’s internal storage. Additionally, it’s advisable to review the list of known issues associated with the initial Android 15 beta version and ensure that you’re not installing it on your main device.
Nothing Phone 2 Android 15 Beta Known Issues
Although Nothing has stated that developers and advanced users are eligible to install the latest Android 15 beta version, it’s important to note that there are several known issues with the initial Android 15 beta build. One such issue is that users may encounter difficulties enrolling fingerprints after updating to Android 15. Therefore, it’s advisable to proceed with caution and consider these potential challenges before installing the beta version.
Likewise, the face unlock functionality will not be accessible, requiring users to manually enter their passcode whenever they wish to unlock their device. Additionally, widgets and preinstalled applications like Nothing X, Weather, Launcher, and Recorder are currently not accessible in the beta release.
