Leaked images reveal the design of OnePlus's upcoming 'Turbo' series, aimed at gaming with a focus on large batteries, potentially up to 9,000 mAh, featuring a design similar to the OnePlus 15 but thicker and in light green. The devices may be released outside China, but details are still uncertain.
The article argues that OnePlus has shifted from its rebellious, experimental roots to a more polished, mainstream approach with the OnePlus 15, featuring a new design language, improved performance, and a focus on trust and polish, even as some fans miss the old charm and unique features like the alert slider.
Oppo and OnePlus are expanding their Android 16 updates to several devices, including Oppo Find N5, X8, N3 series, and OnePlus 12, Open, and Pad models, initially in India with global rollout expected soon.
OnePlus has begun rolling out OxygenOS 16, based on Android 16, for the OnePlus 12 and OnePlus Open devices, starting in India and gradually expanding to other regions, with new features focused on performance and AI enhancements.
OnePlus has introduced new 'Gaming Technology' features for its upcoming OnePlus 15 smartphone, including the Gaming Core, Performance Tri-Chip, and FPS Max, aimed at enhancing Android gaming performance with better power management, faster touch response, and native 165fps support, debuting with the device on November 15.
OnePlus has announced the official list of devices set to receive the Android 16 update with OxygenOS 16, starting in November for recent models and continuing through early 2026 for older devices, featuring a redesign and new AI features.
OnePlus announced OxygenOS 16, based on Android 16, featuring enhanced Mind Space AI with Google Gemini integration, new lock screen customization, improved connectivity with other devices, and design updates, with a beta release starting October 17th and official rollout with the OnePlus 15.
OnePlus has announced OxygenOS 16, a major update for its devices featuring a design heavily inspired by iOS, including a Control Center-like interface and App Library, along with new AI tools and expanded Apple Watch support through 'Cross-Eco Connectivity'. The update aims to modernize the user experience with a fresh look and enhanced connectivity features, starting with the upcoming OnePlus 15 and rolling out to other devices in the coming months.
OnePlus teases the upcoming launch of OxygenOS 16 based on Android 16 with a brief video emphasizing speed and smoothness, set for October 16, with limited details on new features but hints of improved performance on supported devices.
Most OnePlus phones running OxygenOS 12 and later are vulnerable to a security flaw that exposes SMS and MMS data, with a fix expected in mid-October; older versions like OxygenOS 11 are unaffected, and users are advised to take precautions until the patch is released.
A security flaw in OnePlus's OxygenOS allows apps to access SMS data without permission, affecting multiple versions and remaining unpatched, prompting recommendations for users to limit app installations and use encrypted messaging. OnePlus has acknowledged the issue and plans a global fix starting mid-October.
Security researchers Rapid7 have identified a critical Android vulnerability in OnePlus devices running OxygenOS 12 that allows malicious apps to read SMS and MMS messages without user permission, potentially bypassing multi-factor authentication and exposing sensitive data. Despite multiple attempts, OnePlus has not responded to security disclosures, leading Rapid7 to publicly disclose the flaw, which affects numerous devices and versions.
OnePlus is migrating US user accounts from HeyTap to a new local platform starting September 26, with assurances that user content and data, including health metrics and device settings, will be preserved during the transition, and that core OnePlus apps will not be affected.
The article criticizes major smartphone manufacturers like Samsung, Apple, and Google for stagnating on battery technology since 2020, despite Chinese brands introducing larger batteries like 7,000 mAh in mid-range phones, highlighting a perceived industry complacency and missed innovation opportunities.
OnePlus has introduced a 2-in-1 USB-C cable that can charge both a smartphone and compatible smartwatches simultaneously, offering a convenient and clutter-reducing solution for travelers, priced at $29.99 and capable of delivering up to 80W of power.