Nothing Phone 2 review

It's hard to start a smartphone company when you have to compete with tech giants like Apple, Google, and Samsung. But Nothing has come back with the Phone 2 after selling more than 500,000 Phone 1s last year. And even though it looks like the last one, it feels like Nothing is finally getting the hang of things. Not only is its CPU much faster, but its cameras have also been improved, and we're finally seeing Nothing's idea of a more deliberate and thought-out user interface. 

Even the phone's most unique feature, its Glyph interface, gives you more ways to customize it and do more with it. But maybe the most important thing is that the Phone 2 will be publicly sold in the US. And even though it costs more because it's more sophisticated, at $600 it's still very cheap. In a sea of Android phones that often look the same, getting a device that stands out for a good price is certainly something to note.

Feature	Description
Display	6.7″ 1080p LTPO OLED, 120Hz
RAM	8GB, 12GB
Front camera	30MP f/2.5
Rear cameras	50MP f/1.9 primary; 50MP f/2.2 ultrawide
Dimensions	162.1 x 76.4 x 8.6mm, 201.2g

Pros

• Great battery life
• Slick Monochrome UI
• Neat Glyph interface
• Unique design

Cons

• Camera quality is just OK
• Mediocre water resistance
• No support on Verizon

Nothing Phone 2: Design

The vast majority of modern smartphones are coated in a layer of glass that is see-through; nevertheless, the appearance of the Phone 2, is sure to attract a lot of attention. The rear of the gadget is composed of see-through Gorilla Glass, which exposes an uninteresting collection of components. On this particular piece of equipment, for instance, you will be able to observe the magnetic charging coil, in addition to the power wires.

On the other hand, the situation is not chaotic at all. There are some human touches, such as arranging some of the components to appear like an elephant, and everything is buttoned up just enough to satisfy my standards. Despite these personal touches, however, nothing quite meets my expectations. I've been told that there are also other species that are hiding, but so far I haven't been able to locate them myself. I'll keep looking. It's almost like having a portable cyberpunk art gallery stashed away in your back pocket.

Nothing Phone 2: Display

The display of the Nothing Phone (2) has been upgraded to an OLED panel measuring 6.7 inches diagonally and boasting a resolution of 2,412 by 1,080 pixels. When compared to this, the screen on the first generation Nothing Phone measured 6.55 inches. The pixel density of 394 ppi (pixels per inch) on the 6.7-inch screen ensures that details are displayed with a high level of precision. 

The colors are vivid, but fortunately they are not as gaudy as they are on some other phones with AMOLED displays that I have tried (such as the older Samsung Galaxy S5). Watching movies on the Nothing Phone (2) is an enjoyable experience thanks to its 120Hz refresh rate and wide viewing angles. I really like how the display's bezels aren't too thick, and I like how there's only a small hole in the top for the front-facing camera.

Nothing Phone 2: Software and Performance

Despite the gadget's appealing shape and smooth Glyph Interface, the software that is included on the Nothing Phone (2) is, in my opinion, the most underestimated component of the device as a whole. I mean, come on, kudos to Nothing for bringing attention back to the many customization choices that are available on Android. It has a fresh style and is easily one of the most aesthetically pleasing Android skins I've seen. The modernized and minimalistic aesthetic of Nothing OS 2.0 is still present, and I really enjoy how the new Nothing widgets differentiate this skin from the others. 

The clock and weather widgets, in particular, are outstanding instances of how these widgets contribute to the visual identity of the phone through their dot matrix-like compositions of sharp typography and monochromatic icons. This is particularly true in the case of the clock widget. When compared to other devices in its price bracket, the Nothing Phone (2) impressed me with its lightning-fast performance. On Nothing's phone, launching applications, sending emails, surfing the web, and navigating the interface all felt noticeably quicker than they did on the Pixel 7a.

Nothing Phone 2: Camera

Both the primary camera and the ultrawide camera on this gadget have a resolution of 50 megapixels, and they are both located on the back of the device. In terms of the hardware, there is not much of a difference between this and the Nothing Phone 1. There is, however, no evidence to support the assertion that the improved Snapdragon processor will make it possible for considerably improved software processing, which will result in images with improved color, exposure, and high dynamic range.

After giving the camera a good workout, I can state that the photos it takes are richer in color and have a higher level of clarity compared to those generated by the first-generation iPhone. It is not perfect since some of the bright skies in the highlights remain blown out, and the overzealous sharpening leads to bizarre visual abnormalities; therefore, it is not ideal.

Final Words

If you have any doubts left about whether or not you should get the Nothing Phone 2, the answer is yes to all of those concerns. You will be rewarded with great performance, a fantastic daytime camera, a gorgeously colorful display, and nearly two days' worth of battery life thanks to its fashionable look, which will help you stand out from the crowd. You are about to be greeted by one of the operating systems that is both the tidiest and the most adaptable, and you will quickly learn to appreciate the beauty of the Glyph lighting.

You may help make strides in improving the state of the smartphone industry, particularly in the United States, by investing in a fledgling business and showing an appreciation for diversity. You won't have to make too many sacrifices in order to do so, and for this price, the relatively minor differences in the specifications are readily overlooked.