Nothing Phone 2a update fixes vertical lines on screen, improves hotspot, and more

Nothing, the rising star in the smartphone world, has rolled out the Android 15 update to its Phone 2 and Phone 2a models. This move, already applauded by tech enthusiasts, was recently extended to the Nothing Phone 2a Plus, marking a significant milestone for a company still in its infancy. Seeing Nothing outpace giants like Samsung in delivering the latest Android version is impressive.

However, not all updates are met with unbridled joy. In an attempt to address persistent issues, Nothing has begun deploying a new update for the Phone 2a. Here’s what’s on offer in the Nothing OS V3.0-250103-1741 update:

• Delayed notifications: Fixed an issue where notifications were appearing late in certain apps. Now, you won’t miss a beat with your app alerts.
• Hotspot stability: Addressed scenarios where the hotspot functionality was acting up, ensuring a smooth experience for users relying on their phones for internet sharing.
• Vertical lines on screen: The biggest highlight — removal of abnormal vertical lines that would sporadically appear on the screen. This fix is a relief not only for Nothing users but also a step ahead of similar issues faced by other major smartphone brands.

The display lines problem has plagued many users across different brands such as Samsung, Motorola and even Apple. And while Nothing has previously been criticized for its approach to the green line issue, it’s refreshing to see the company taking swift action to tackle this vertical lines problem head-on.

Despite the improvements, some users are still facing challenges. Network stability is a recurring theme, particularly with 5G connectivity. Users report frequent switches from 5G to 4G, especially with Jio SIMs, an issue they hope will be resolved in future updates. Suggestions for future improvements include a pitch-black theme and enhanced haptics throughout the UI.

While Nothing has made strides with this update, it’s clear that some issues remain unresolved. The vertical lines fix is a significant achievement, but users are eagerly awaiting solutions to other bugs, especially network-related ones.