The UK-based smartphone manufacturer started distributing a new firmware update to the Nothing Phone 2a Plus globally. The update brings a number of new feauters, improvemetns, enhancements and optimizations. Along with these new functionalities, it also integrates the latest February 2025 Android security patches.
The February 2025 update for the Nothing Phone 2a Plus brings a much-awaited Circle to Search feature. The Circle to Search feature is a visually innovative way to search for anything with Google Lens. This search tool is currently limited to premium and flagship Android devices.
Apart from this, this update enhances WiFi, Bluetooth, and system stability. The update also stabilises cellular network connections and optimises Quick Settings pull-down speed in landscape mode.
The update is rolling out with the new firmware version Nothing OS V3.0-250207-2041. For more details about the new optimizations, users can check the changelog below.
Phone 2a Plus February 2025 update changelog
New features
- Added Circle to Search feature, allowing you to search screen content at any time.
General improvements & bug fixes
- Improved functionality of Settings.
- Optimised Quick Settings pull-down speed in landscape mode.
- Enhanced WiFi, Bluetooth and system stability.
- Stabilised cellular network connections.
- Smoothed scrolling experience on Facebook.
- Updated to January and February security patch.
Further, the February 2025 Android security patches bring fixes for many security vulnerabilities to improve the overall security of the Nothing Phone 2a Plus. If the update is not showing on your devices, wait for a little while, as these updates take some time to be available on every unit.
The Nothing Phone 2a Plus is the successor to the popular Phone 2a, and the Plus model was launched last year in July. The device comes with premium specifications in the segment. If you own the Phone 2a Plus, you can check the latest software update by navigating to Settings » System » System Update.