Tag: Update Changelog

  • Nothing Phone (1) Receives Nothing OS 2.6 Update

    Nothing Phone (1) Receives Nothing OS 2.6 Update

    Nothing has rolled out the Nothing OS 2.6 update for users of the Nothing Phone (1). This update, which was earlier made available for the Nothing Phone (2) and Phone (2a), introduces new features, enhancements to game mode, crucial bug fixes, and the July 2024 security patch.

    Update Details

    New Features & Experience Improvements:

    • Four new wallpapers have been added.
    • Wallpaper Studio now supports deleting wallpaper history.
    • The security patch has been updated to July 2024.

    Game Mode Enhancements

    • Quickly access the Game Dashboard during games by tapping the left Game Sidebar.
    • Incoming calls during games can now appear in a pop-up view.
    • Added support for rejecting third-party app calls during gameplay.
    • One-tap callback support after rejecting a regular call.
    • Optimized light notifications to display more information during games in landscape mode.
    • Support for blocking notifications during gameplay to minimize distractions.

    Bug Fixes

    • Improved the quick recovery mechanism for blocked data network connections to enhance network stability.
    • Fixed an issue where some carriers allowed receiving calls but prevented making outgoing calls.
    • Resolved a problem causing overlapping of the Lock Screen display in specific scenarios.
    • Fixed an issue where some apps could not use the Cloned Apps feature correctly.
    • Other general bug fixes.

    As with most firmware updates, the Nothing OS 2.6 update is being released in stages. If you haven't yet received the OTA notification, you can manually check for the update by going to Settings > System > System Update.

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  • OnePlus 12R Boosts Gaming & Animations with New OxygenOS Update

    OnePlus 12R Boosts Gaming & Animations with New OxygenOS Update

    The OnePlus 12R has begun receiving a significant update to OxygenOS 14.0.0.810 in India. This update will soon be available in other regions as well.

    The firmware version for this new release is IN: CPH2585_14.0.0.810(EX01), initially rolled out in small batches with a wider release anticipated soon. Users are encouraged to report any problems through the OnePlus Community Thread.

    OnePlus 12R OxygenOS 14.0.0.810 Update Changelog

    Animations:

    • Smoother Animations: Enhanced animations for launching and closing apps. New transition animation for Quick Settings and dragging app icons on the Home screen.
    • Blur Effects: Gaussian blur effects added for app icons when opening and closing. New transition animations for Home screen and clock widgets.

    Gaming:

    • Stability: Improved stability during gaming sessions.
    • Bug Fix: Resolved an issue where the screen could turn black during gameplay.

    System Enhancements:

    • Music Controls: Music controls can now be shown in Fluid Cloud.
    • Storage Management: Fixed the issue where system data consumed excessive storage space.
    • Security: Integrated the June 2024 Android security patch.
    • NFC Payments: Resolved an issue preventing NFC-enabled payments.
    • Volume Control: Fixed the problem with volume sliders appearing at the same time.
    • Icon Overlap: Corrected overlapping icons on the Home screen and Recent tasks screen.

    Touch Control:

    • Faster Response: Improved response time for app icons on the Home screen.
    • Enhanced Responsiveness: Better touch control responsiveness when launching and closing apps.

    The update is being released in small batches to ensure stability. Users can manually check for the update by navigating to the settings page, selecting “About This Phone,” and clicking the blue ribbon at the top. To report bugs, users can dial *#800# and select the bug submission option.

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  • OnePlus 12 June 2024 Update: Security Patch, Animation Tweaks

    OnePlus 12 June 2024 Update: Security Patch, Animation Tweaks

    Last month, OnePlus introduced a significant update for its OnePlus 12 smartphone, named OxygenOS 14.0.0.802. This update brought several new features, quality-of-life enhancements, and bug fixes. Recently, the company released another major update called OxygenOS 14.0.0.810. This new version refines animations and touch controls, resolves some issues, and upgrades security to the June 2024 level.

    The update is currently available exclusively for Indian users, with the firmware version CPH2573_14.0.0.810(EX01). It has a total size of 1.06GB. Below is the complete changelog.

    OnePlus 12 OxygenOS 14.0.0.810 update changelog:

    Touch control

    • App icons on the Home screen now respond faster to taps.
    • Enhances touch control responsiveness when opening and closing apps.
    • Optimizes animations for opening and closing multiple apps.
    • Adds a transition animation when pulling down Quick Settings.
    • Refines animations when dragging app icons on the Home screen.

    Animation upgrade

    • Introduces Gaussian blur effects when opening and closing app icons on the Home screen.
    • Adds a transition animation when opening and closing Home screen widgets.
    • Adds a transition animation for clock widgets when the screen is turned off.
    • Enhances the display of Home screen widgets.

    Games

    • Improves gaming stability.
    • Fixes an issue where the screen might turn black while playing a game.

    System

    • Users can now opt not to show the track when drawing the Lock screen pattern to unlock the device.
    • Music controls can now be displayed in Fluid Cloud.
    • Resolves an issue where the volume slider in Quick Settings and the one triggered by pressing the physical volume button might appear simultaneously.
    • Integrates the June 2024 Android security patch to bolster system security.

    The OTA update will be released incrementally. Initially, it will be available to a small percentage of users today, with a wider rollout starting in a few days. Users can manually check for the update by going to Settings > About Device > OxygenOS > Check for Update.

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  • OnePlus Nord CE 4 Update: New Animations, Camera Fixes

    OnePlus Nord CE 4 Update: New Animations, Camera Fixes

    Last month, OnePlus addressed the heating issue of the OnePlus Nord CE 4 with a software update. Now, the company has begun rolling out the OxygenOS 14.0.1.704 update, which brings new animations, enhances touch controls, and resolves a few camera problems.

    OnePlus Nord CE 4 OxygenOS 14.0.1.704 Update Changelog

    New Smooth Animations

    • Introduces seamless icon transformations and rounded corners during app launch and exit, providing a smoother visual experience.
    • Adds a bounce animation effect when sliding to the bottom of the notification drawer and optimizes Quick Settings icons and widgets for a more natural look.
    • Improves transition animations for Home screen icons and widgets, and includes wallpaper zoom animations upon unlocking the device.
    • Adds wallpaper zoom animations and gradual brightness transitions when turning the screen on or off.
    • Enhances background colors and Gaussian blur effects in the Home screen drawer.
    • Optimizes the transition animation when the Lock screen clock and buttons disappear upon unlocking the device.
    • Refines animations when entering and exiting Global Search for a more consistent visual experience.

    New Touch Control Experience

    • Adds a transition animation when swiping inward from the screen’s edge or swiping up to exit an app in landscape mode.
    • Allows tapping the lower right corner of a large folder to view more apps.
    • Enables pulling down app icons in large folders to open an app in one move.
    • Improves touch control responsiveness, making tapping and swiping on the Home screen and Recent tasks screen faster and more stable.
    • Increases touch responsiveness in app usage scenarios, such as opening and closing apps, entering and exiting recent tasks, or switching between apps using the gesture guide bar.
    • Optimizes animations when using large folders, and dragging apps on the Home screen is now smoother.

    System

    • Enhances system stability.
    • Integrates the June 2024 Android security patch to improve system security.

    Communication

    • Enhances the stability of network connections for a better user experience.

    Camera

    • Fixes a stutter issue with video recording in certain scenarios.
    • Resolves a display issue with photos in specific situations.

    The update is currently being distributed to a limited number of users in India, with a wider release expected soon. If you haven’t received the OTA update notification yet, you can manually check for it by navigating to Settings, selecting About Device, then OxygenOS, and tapping on Check for Update.

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  • OnePlus Nord 3 Update: Enhanced Gaming, Bug Fixes & New Features

    OnePlus Nord 3 Update: Enhanced Gaming, Bug Fixes & New Features

    OnePlus Nord 3 has received a fresh update aimed at resolving various issues and enhancing user experience. The OxygenOS 14.0.0.520 update also incorporates the latest Android security patch, addressing multiple system vulnerabilities.

    OnePlus Nord 3 OxygenOS 14.0.0.520 Update Changelog:

    System

    • Option to hide the track while drawing the Lock screen pattern to unlock your device.
    • Volume can now be adjusted in Quick Settings.
    • Floating window size can now be adjusted by dragging its bottom and swiping up to close a mini window.
    • Home screen widgets display improvements.
    • Fix for system data occupying excessive storage space.
    • Integration of the June 2024 Android security patch to enhance system security.
    • Fix for simultaneous appearance of the volume slider in Quick Settings and the physical volume button.
    • Fix for issues with using NFC-enabled payment.

    Communication

    • Fix for device not vibrating for phone calls.
    • Fix for phone numbers not displaying for call forwarding.

    Games

    • Improved gaming stability.
    • Fix for screen turning black while playing a game.

    Rollout and Manual Update Check

    The update is being gradually rolled out to users in India. If the OTA update notification hasn't appeared yet, users can manually check for it by going to Settings, selecting About Device, then OxygenOS, and finally tapping on Check for Update.

    Reporting Issues

    Indian users experiencing problems after the update can submit bug reports through the Google Dialer by dialing *#800#.

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  • OnePlus 11R Update: New Animations, May 2024 Security Patch

    OnePlus 11R Update: New Animations, May 2024 Security Patch

    OnePlus has recently released a significant update for its devices, bringing numerous changes and enhancements to the operating system and UI. This update, named OxygenOS 14.0.0.800, is currently being rolled out to Indian users of the OnePlus 11R. The detailed list of changes is provided below.

    OnePlus 11R OxygenOS 14.0.0.800 Update Changelog

    New Smooth Animations

    • Introduces wallpaper zoom and seamless icon transitions during app launch and exit for an enhanced visual experience.
    • Adds a bounce animation effect at the bottom of the notification drawer and optimizes the layer effects of Quick Setting icons and widgets for a more natural and delicate visual effect.
    • Enhances transition animations for Home screen icons and widgets and adds wallpaper zoom animations upon device unlock.
    • Adds wallpaper zoom animations and gradual brightness transitions when the screen is turned on or off.
    • Optimizes background colors and Gaussian blur effects in Quick Settings, Notification drawer, Home screen drawer, and Global Search.
    • Improves transition animation when the Lock screen clock and buttons disappear upon device unlock.
    • Optimizes animations for entering and exiting Global Search for a smoother and more consistent visual experience.

    New Touch Control Experience

    • Adds a transition animation when swiping in from one side of the screen to exit an app before it starts up.
    • Introduces a transition animation when swiping in from one side of the screen to go back to the previous page before a new page is opened.
    • Adds a transition animation when swiping inward from a side of the screen or swiping up to exit an app in landscape mode.
    • You can now tap the lower right corner of a large folder to view more apps.
    • Allows you to pull down app icons in large folders and then open an app in just one move.
    • Improves touch control responsiveness, making tapping and swiping on the Home screen and Recent tasks screen faster and more stable.
    • Enhances touch responsiveness for app usage scenarios, such as when opening and closing apps, entering and exiting recent tasks, or swiping on the gesture guide bar to switch between apps.
    • Optimizes animations when using large folders, making dragging apps on the Home screen smoother.

    System

    • Adds a horizontal layout for the Lock screen clock.
    • Volume adjustment is now possible in Quick Settings.
    • You can choose not to show the track when drawing the Lock screen pattern to unlock your device.
    • Fingerprint unlock can now be used without waking up the screen.
    • You can now create photo collages without frames in Photos.
    • Adds a “Partial screenshot” option in the Smart Sidebar.
    • Pressing and holding the Volume Down button now turns the flashlight on when the screen is off.
    • Introduces the “app-specific volume” feature to adjust the volume for individual apps based on your needs.
    • You can adjust the size of a floating window by dragging its bottom and swipe up to close a mini window.
    • Improves the volume bar’s design for ease of use and visual consistency.
    • Integrates the May 2024 Android security patch to enhance system security.

    The update is initially being rolled out to a limited number of devices in India, with a broader release expected soon. If you haven’t yet received the OTA update notification on your device, you can manually check for it by navigating to Settings > About Device > OxygenOS and tapping on Check for Update.

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