Nothing Phone 2a is the first Nothing phone to get Android 15 Beta 1: How to install

Nothing has announced the Android 15 Beta 1 update for the Nothing Phone 2a. Here's what's new and how you can update.

Published By: Pranav Sawant | Published: May 14, 2024, 11:14 PM (IST)

Highlights

  • Nothing Phone 2a has received the Android 15 Beta 1.
  • The beta build gives users chance to try the Android 15 OS before it arrives to the public.
  • The beta build brings several new features.

Nothing Phone 2a is the first Nothing smartphone to get the Android 15 Beta 1. The beta build of the next Android version will give users a glimpse of what to expect from the device. After Phone 2a, the Nothing Phone 2 is expected to receive the beta build. For those users owning the Phone 2a, let's see how you can install it and what changes you can expect. Also Read: iQOO Z10R Review: A Budget Powerhouse That Punches Above Its Price

Nothing Phone 2a: How to install Android 15 Beta 1

Before you go ahead and install the Android 15 update on your Phone 2a, do note that the update may have several updates since it's a beta version. If you still wish to proceed and update, then follow the steps below. Also Read: Ai+ Pulse And Ai+ Nova 5G Phones Launched In India, Price Starts At Rs 4,999: Specs, Features

Step 1: Go to Settings on your Phone 2a. Also Read: Vijay Sales Announces Open Box Sale: Big Discounts On iPhone 15 Plus, Samsung Galaxy S25 Plus, Nothing Phone 2a, More

Step 2: Go to the About phone tab and tap on Software info. Check if your device is on Nothing OS 2.5.5. If not, update the device to the said version.

Step 3: Now, download the latest software update package.

Step 4: Once downloaded, create a folder named "ota" in your Phone 2a's internal storage directory.

Step 5: Copy the "ota" folder.

Step 6: Open your phone dialer and enter the following code - *#*#682#*#*

Step 7: The local update tool will open when you enter the above code. Now, in the drop-down list, select the software update you downloaded. You should see the downloaded package in the "ota" folder.

Step 8: Tap the "Directly apply OTA from the selection" button to begin updating. Let the update complete.

Step 9: Lastly, reboot the device and you should have the Android 15 Beta 1 installed.

How to rollback

Step 1: Download the roll-back package.

Step 2: Open your phone dialer and enter the following code - *#*#682#*#*

Step 3: Once the local update tool opens, select the unroll package and tap on "Directly apply OTA from the selection."

The update brings all new Android 15 features alongside a new Nothing boot animation. The update also adds new wallpapers and Glyph SDK support.

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