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OnePlus Nord 4/Ace 3V static & live wallpapers are now available
You can download the uncompressed wallpapers via Google Drive
OnePlus Open 2 could release next year with a 6000 mAh battery
It could also come with a Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 SoC, if leaks are to be believed
Here's what to expect from OnePlus Summer Launch Event
OnePlus Pad 2, Nord 4, Nord Buds 3 Pro, Watch 2R are expected to be announced on 16th July
OnePlus Nord 4 will get 4+2 years of Android+security updates
The upcoming mid-range device will have a longer software support schedule than OnePlus 12
OnePlus Open wallpapers are now available
You can download the uncompressed wallpapers via Google Drive
A future Oppo/OnePlus device may have a ~7000 mAh battery
OnePlus Ace 3 Pro recently debuted with a 6100 mAh battery, but the next mid-range phone may outshine this spec
OnePlus Nord CE 4 Lite is supported by our app; launch OTA ZIPs are available (14.0.1.633 / A.31)
It brings the June 2024 security patch along with "Ultra volume mode" and a few bug fixes
OxygenOS 15 beta APK teardown reveals interesting features
Video Battery Saver, AI voice recording summaries, improvements to the 80% charging limit are some of them reported by Android AuthorityAndroid 15/V Developer Preview is now available for the OnePlus 12 & OnePlus Open
It's primarily meant for developers to test their apps and enthusiasts to fiddle around. Rollback instructions are towards the end.
OnePlus Nord CE 4 Lite static wallpapers are now available
You can download the uncompressed wallpapers via Google Drive
OnePlus announced the new OnePlus Nord CE 4 Lite
Currently, it is available only in India and Europe. It's not yet known if it'll launch in other regions too.
OnePlus Pad 2 static wallpapers are now available
You can download the uncompressed wallpapers via Google Drive
OnePlus Nord N10 & N100 are now marked as EOL (End of Life)
They won't receive any further updates. OnePlus has announced that 11.0.15/16 (Nov 2023 security patch) is the last build for these devices.
OnePlus 9 & 9 Pro get stable OxygenOS 14
Full ZIP links are available, so you can update ASAP. Rollback instructions are towards the end.OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite gets stable OxygenOS 14
Full & incremental ZIPs are available, so you can update ASAP. Rollback instructions are towards the end.OnePlus Nord is now marked as EOL (End of Life)
They won't receive any further updates. OnePlus has announced that F.23 (OOS12.1; Dec 2023 security patch) is the last build for this devices.
OxygenOS 14 Open Beta 3 is out for OnePlus Open (India only)
To install, choose either of "Open Beta" update methods in the app's settings. Rollback instructions are towards the end.OnePlus Open gets stable OxygenOS 14 (only India for now)
Full & incremental ZIPs are available, so you can update ASAP. Rollback instructions are towards the end.OnePlus 10T gets OxygenOS 14 on the stable track
Full ZIP links are available, so you can update ASAP. Rollback instructions are towards the end.
OnePlus "The Lab" is accepting applications for the 12 & 12R
Reviewers may be able to keep the device. You can apply until 11th January 2024.
OnePlus 12R/Ace 3 static & live wallpapers are now available
You can download the uncompressed wallpapers via Google Drive
Oxygen Updater in 2024
Our yearly tradition continues: a look at the project's growth so far and predictions about the futureOnePlus 8T & 9R get stable OxygenOS 14 (Only India for now)
Full ZIP links are available, so you can update ASAP. Rollback instructions are towards the end.OnePlus 9RT gets stable OxygenOS 14
Full ZIP links are available, so you can update ASAP. Rollback instructions are towards the end.OnePlus 10 Pro gets stable OxygenOS 14 (all regions)
Full & incremental ZIP links are available, so you can update ASAP. Rollback instructions are towards the end.OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite gets stable OxygenOS 14 (Only India for now)
Full ZIP links are available, so you can update ASAP. Rollback instructions are towards the end.
OnePlus 12R will launch in NA & EU as well, apart from India
The R-series devices have historically been exclusive to India, but the 12R changes thatOnePlus Nord 3 gets stable OxygenOS 14 (Only India for now)
Full & incremental ZIP links are available, so you can update ASAP. Rollback instructions are towards the end.OnePlus Pad gets OxygenOS 14 on the stable track (Only India for now)
Full & incremental ZIP links are available, so you can update ASAP. Rollback instructions are towards the end.OxygenOS 14 Open Beta 2 is out for OnePlus 9/9Pro
To install, choose either of "Open Beta" update methods in the app's settings. Rollback instructions are towards the end.
OnePlus 12 static & live wallpapers are now available
You can download the uncompressed wallpapers via Google DriveOnePlus 11 gets OxygenOS 14 on the stable track (all regions)
Full ZIP links are available, so you can update ASAP. Rollback instructions are towards the end.
OnePlus announces OxygenOS 14 Open Beta roll-out timeline
Many devices already have it, albeit it's India-only for most of them. There are 8 total devices yet to receive it.OxygenOS 14 Open Beta is out for OnePlus 8T/9R
To install, choose either of "Open Beta" update methods in the app's settings. Rollback instructions are towards the end.
Oxygen Updater v6 is now promoted to stable (was beta)
We've rewritten the app into Jetpack Compose, featuring Material 3/You integration, improved install guides, and much moreOxygenOS 14 Open Beta 1 is out for OnePlus 9RT
To install, choose either of "Open Beta" update methods in the app's settings. Rollback instructions are towards the end.OnePlus 8T/9R's Closed Beta program is accepting applications (India-only)
You'll be able to experience OxygenOS 14 ahead of public releaseOxygenOS 14 Open Beta 1 is out for OnePlus 10R (India only)
To install, choose either of "Open Beta" update methods in the app's settings. Rollback instructions are towards the end.OxygenOS 14 Open Beta 2 is out for OnePlus 10 Pro (India only)
To install, choose either of "Open Beta" update methods in the app's settings. Rollback instructions are towards the end.
OnePlus releases "Ray Tracing" wallpapers (OnePlus 11 & Open)
They would probably work only on Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 devices, but you can download the uncompressed static previews of each wallpaper via Google DriveOxygenOS 14 Open Beta 1 is out for OnePlus 11R (India only)
To install, choose either of "Open Beta" update methods in the app's settings. Rollback instructions are towards the end.OxygenOS 14 Open Beta 1 is out for OnePlus Pad (India only)
To install, choose either of "Open Beta" update methods in the app's settings. Rollback instructions are towards the end.OxygenOS 14 Open Beta 3 is out for OnePlus 11 (NA & India only)
To install, choose either of "Open Beta" update methods in the app's settings. Rollback instructions are towards the end.OnePlus 9RT/9/9 Pro's Closed Beta program is accepting applications (India-only)
You'll be able to experience OxygenOS 14 ahead of public releaseDevices with GLO/ROW variants are now supported in Oxygen Updater
No app update is required, but we recommend closing the app completely, then clear its cache and open it again
OnePlus opened up applications for The Lab (possibly V Fold/Open)
Reviewers may be able to keep the device. You can apply until 4th October 2023.OnePlus 10R's Closed Beta program is accepting applications (India-only)
You'll be able to experience OxygenOS 14 ahead of public releaseOnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite's Closed Beta program is accepting applications (India-only)
You'll be able to experience OxygenOS 14 ahead of public releaseOnePlus Nord 2T's Closed Beta program is accepting applications (India-only)
You'll be able to experience OxygenOS 14 ahead of public releaseOnePlus 10 Pro's Closed Beta program is accepting applications (India-only)
You'll be able to experience OxygenOS 14 ahead of public releaseOnePlus 11R's Closed Beta program is accepting applications (India-only)
You'll be able to experience OxygenOS 14 ahead of public releaseOnePlus Nord 3's Closed Beta program is accepting applications (India-only)
You'll be able to experience OxygenOS 14 ahead of public releaseOnePlus 11's Closed Beta program is accepting applications (India-only)
You'll be able to experience OxygenOS 14 ahead of public releaseAndroid 14/U Developer Preview 2 is now available for the OnePlus 11
It's primarily meant for developers to test their apps and enthusiasts to fiddle around
OnePlus opened up applications for The Lab (possibly Nord 3)
Reviewers may be able to keep the device. You can apply until 25th June 2023 23:59 EST.
OnePlus Pad is supported by our app; A.12 (13.1.0.519) OTA ZIPs are available
It brings the March 2023 security patch along with a few bug fixes
OxygenOS 13.1 is out for OnePlus 9RT
Both full & incremental ZIPs are available, so you can update ASAPOxygenOS 13.1 is out for OnePlus 9R
Both full & incremental ZIPs are available, so you can update ASAPOxygenOS 13.1 is out for OnePlus 10R
Both full & incremental ZIPs are available, so you can update ASAPOxygenOS 13.1 is out for OnePlus 10 Pro (EU & India only so far)
Both full & incremental ZIPs are available, so you can update ASAP. Rollback instructions are towards the end.
OnePlus opened up applications for The Lab: OnePlus Pad
Reviewers may be able to keep the device. You can apply until 17th April 2023 23:59 EST.OxygenOS 13 comes to the stable track for the Nord CE
Full ZIP links are available, so you can update ASAP. Rollback instructions are towards the end.OnePlus 7- & 7T-series are now marked as EOL (End-of-Life)
They won't receive any further updates. OnePlus has announced that H.36 & F.20 (OOS12; Dec 2022 security patch) are the last builds for these devices.
OnePlus Nord 3/Ace 2V wallpapers are now available
You can download the uncompressed wallpapers via Google DriveOxygenOS 13 comes to the stable track for the Nord 2T
Full ZIP links are available, so you can update ASAP. Rollback instructions are towards the end.OxygenOS 13 Open Beta 2 for the Nord CE is out (India only)
To install, choose either of "Open Beta" update methods in the app's settings. Rollback instructions are towards the end.
OnePlus 11 is supported by our app; A.07 OTA ZIPs are available
It brings the January 2023 security patch along with a few bug fixesOxygenOS 13 comes to the stable track for the Nord CE 2 Lite
Full ZIP links are available, so you can update ASAP. Rollback instructions are towards the end.
OnePlus 11R/Ace 2 wallpapers are now available
You can download the uncompressed wallpapers via Google DriveOxygenOS 13 comes to the stable track for the 10T
Full ZIP links are available, so you can update ASAP. Rollback instructions are towards the end.
OnePlus 11 wallpapers are now available
You can download the uncompressed wallpapers via Google DriveOxygen Updater in 2023
Our yearly tradition continues: a look at the project's growth so far and predictions about the future
OnePlus opened up applications for The Lab: OnePlus 11
Reviewers may be able to keep the device. You can apply until 31st December 2022 23:59 EST.OxygenOS 13 comes to the stable track for 8, 8 Pro, 8T, and 9R
Full ZIP links are available, so you can update ASAP. Rollback instructions are towards the end.OxygenOS 13 (C.14) comes to the stable track for 10R
Full ZIP links are available, so you can update ASAP. Rollback instructions are towards the end.OxygenOS 13 (F.11) comes to the stable track for 9RT
Full ZIP links are available, so you can update ASAP. Rollback instructions are towards the end.OxygenOS 13 (F.16) comes to the stable track for 9 & 9 Pro
Full ZIP links are available, so you can update ASAP. Rollback instructions are towards the end.OxygenOS 13 Open Beta 2 is out for 8, 8 Pro, 8T, and 9R (India-only)
To install, choose either of "Open Beta" update methods in the app's settings. Rollback instructions are towards the end.OxygenOS 13 Open Beta 2 for the 10R is out
To install, choose either of "Open Beta" update methods in the app's settings. Rollback instructions are towards the end.OxygenOS 13 Open Beta 1 for the 10T is out (EU & India only)
To install, choose either of "Open Beta" update methods in the app's settings. Rollback instructions are towards the end.
OxygenOS 12.1 comes to the stable track for 7- & 7T-series
Full ZIP links are available, so you can update ASAP. Rollback instructions are towards the end.OxygenOS 13 Open Beta 2 for the 9RT is out
To install, choose either of "Open Beta" update methods in the app's settings. Rollback instructions are towards the end.OxygenOS 12 comes to the stable track for Nord 2
Full ZIP links are available, so you can update ASAP. Rollback instructions are towards the end.OxygenOS 13 (C.20) comes to the stable track for 10 Pro
Full ZIP links are available, so you can update ASAP. Rollback instructions are towards the end.You can now apply to the OnePlus 10T Closed Beta program
You'll be able to experience OxygenOS 13 ahead of public releaseOxygenOS 12 comes to the stable track for Nord CE
Full ZIP links are available in the app so you can update ASAPOxygenOS 13 Open Beta 2 for the 10 Pro is out
To install, choose either of "Open Beta" update methods in the app's settingsYou can now apply to the OnePlus 8 & 8 Pro Closed Beta program
You'll be able to experience OxygenOS 13 ahead of public releaseYou can now apply to the OnePlus 9RT Closed Beta program
You'll be able to experience OxygenOS 13 ahead of public releaseOxygenOS 12.1 Open Beta 2 for the 7- & 7T-series is out (India-only)
To install, choose either of "Open Beta" update methods in the app's settings
OnePlus 10T wallpapers are now available
You can download the uncompressed wallpapers via Google DriveOxygenOS 12.1 comes to the stable track for Nord CE 2
Full ZIP links are available in the app so you can update ASAPOxygenOS 12.1 comes to the stable track for 9RT
Full ZIP links are available in the app so you can update ASAPOxygenOS 12 comes to the stable track for original Nord
Full ZIP links are available in the app so you can update ASAP
You can now apply to the OnePlus 9 & 9 Pro Closed Beta program
You'll be able to experience OxygenOS 13 ahead of public release
OnePlus opened up applications for The Lab: OnePlus 10T
Reviewers may be able to keep the device. You can apply until 26th July 2022 21:59 HKT.Android 13/T Developer Preview 3 is now available for the 10 Pro
It's primarily meant for developers and enthusiastsOxygenOS 12 Open Beta 1 for the Nord CE 2 is out (India-only)
To install, choose either of "Open Beta" update methods in the app's settingsOxygenOS 12 comes to the stable track for Nord N200
Full ZIP links are available in the app so you can update ASAPOxygenOS 12.1 Open Beta 1 for the Nord CE is out (India-only)
To install, choose either of "Open Beta" update methods in the app's settingsFirst OxygenOS 12 Open Beta for the 9RT is out
To install, choose one of the "Open Beta" update methods, and enable advanced mode as wellYou can now apply to the OnePlus 10 Pro Closed Beta program
You'll be able to experience OxygenOS 13 ahead of public release
OnePlus opened up applications for The Lab: OnePlus Nord 2T
Reviewers may be able to keep the device. You can apply until 18th May 2022 23:59 HKT.OxygenOS 12 Open Beta 3 for the Nord is out (India-only for now)
To install, choose one of the "Open Beta" update methods, and enable advanced mode as wellYou can now apply to the OnePlus Nord CE Closed Beta program
You'll be able to experience OxygenOS 12 ahead of public releaseYou can now apply to the OnePlus 9RT Closed Beta program
You'll be able to experience OxygenOS 12 ahead of public release
OnePlus 10R has been launched in India
Base model is priced at ₹38,999; sales start from 4th May 2022 onwardsFirst OxygenOS 12 Open Beta for the Nord 2 is out (India-only for now)
To install, choose one of the "Open Beta" update methods, and enable advanced mode as wellFirst OxygenOS 12 Open Beta for 8-series & 8T is out
To install, choose one of the "Open Beta" update method, and enable advanced mode as wellOxygenOS 12 comes to the stable track for 8-series, 8T, and 9R
Full ZIP links are available in the app for all regions, so you can update ASAP
OnePlus 10 Pro launch event
Preorder period is until 4th April. Open Sale starts on 5th April for EU & India, 14th April for US.Oxygen Updater v5.7.1 has been released on the Play Store
It fixes the "unsupported" warnings for devices running on the new ColorOS-based OxygenOS, so you should install it
OnePlus opened up applications for The Lab: OnePlus 10 Pro
Reviewers may be able to keep the device. You can apply until 26th March 2022 23:59 PST.You can now apply to OnePlus 7- & 7T-series, and Nord 2 Closed Beta program
Limited to Indian users only; you'll be able to experience OxygenOS 12 ahead of public release
We've got a brand-new website, redesigned from the ground-up
Fully-static: reduces server strain and ensures content loads immediately (even on slow connections)OxygenOS 12 comes to the stable track for 9 & 9 Pro
All links for C.44 are already available in app, so you can update ASAPOxygen Updater in 2022
Our yearly tradition continues: a look at the project's growth so far and predictions about the futureOpen Beta 2 for the 9 & 9 Pro is out
To install, choose the "Open Beta (incremental)" update method, and enable advanced mode as wellYou can now apply to the OnePlus 8-series & 8T Closed Beta program
You'll be able to experience OxygenOS 12 ahead of public releaseOnePlus announced OB6 was the last OOS11-based Open Beta for Nord
It was released on 5th September 2021, but this news came on the 17thOnePlus announced last OOS11 Open Betas for 8-series & 8T
OB12 & OB7 are the last beta builds for 8-series & 8T respectively
OxygenOS 11 finally comes to the stable track for 6/6T
All builds are already available in app, so you can update ASAP if you wish
OnePlus Nord 2 wallpapers are now available
You can download the uncompressed wallpapers via Google DriveOxygenOS 11 for the OnePlus Nord N100 has started rolling out
The phone has now received its first & last major Android upgrade. Future updates will only be security patches.
OnePlus opened up applications for The Lab (for Nord 2 & Buds Pro)
Reviewers may be able to keep the device. You can apply until 17th July 2021 23:59 HKT.OnePlus announces last Open Betas for 7-series & 7T-series
Open Beta 5 (released on 9th June 2021) is the last Open Beta for these devicesOxygenOS 11.0.1.1 finally comes to the OnePlus 7-series
All devices & regions have received this update, and links are already in the app
OnePlus Nord LE is the Nord, but with a unique colorway
LE stands for Literally Only One Edition, and you can get it for free by doing some basic social media tasks
OnePlus 9-series launch event
Event will be live from 10:00 EDT / 14:00 GMT / 16:00 CET / 19:30 IST onwards
First Open Beta for the 8T is out
To install, choose the "Open Beta (full)" update method, and enable advanced mode as wellStable OxygenOS 11 finally comes to OnePlus Nord
Rollout has resumed with a new build, all regional links are already available in app
OnePlus 8-series and Nord added to Android Enterprise Recommended program
Hopefully older devices will be added as well in the futureHotfix 11.0.6.8 fixes all lag issues in the 11.0.6.7 update
The 11.0.6.7 update brings November patch, but also has a widespread lag issueHotfix 11.0.6.9 fixes all lag issues in the 11.0.6.8 update
The 11.0.6.8 update brings November patch, but also has a widespread lag issueOxygenOS 11 comes to OnePlus Nord as an Open Beta
All regional builds are in the app, and rollback packages are linked in this articleOxygen Updater in 2021
Our yearly tradition continues: a look at the project's growth so far and predictions about the future
The OnePlus Gaudí 8T Concept smartphone
Color-shifting and "Reactive Sensing Technology" are its highlightsOxygen Updater redesign (v5.0.0)
A ground-up redesign with focus on UI/UX, performance, and privacy. Comparison images within (old vs new).
Will Nord & 8-series devices receive only quarterly security updates?
A OnePlus Security Response Center page casts doubts, but there's no reason to freak outYou can now apply to join OnePlus 8T Closed Beta program
You will be able to test the newest OxygenOS features but must own an unlocked non-carrier version
OnePlus just announced a "User Festival"
Will be active from December 1 until December 22OnePlus wants your feedback for OxygenOS 11
This mainly concerns 8-series and 8T owners, but other people can also participate
OnePlus IDEAS 2.0: accepted & rejected suggestions
7 IDEAS were adopted, while 16 were rejectedNord N10 5G and N100 will receive only one major Android update
They were launched with A10, meaning after A11 they won't see any new Android versionOnePlus finally rolls out 10.0.1 for 5/5T - after a 6 month delay
Security patches are outdated by 1/2 months
OnePlus 8T Cyberpunk 2077 edition launched in China
Pre-orders start on 2nd November; sales will start on 11th NovemberOnePlus pushed stable update to 8-series users on OB3, leading to a data wipe
They made a massive mistake and a lot of users are angry about thisOnePlus announces two new Nord phones: N10 5G and N100
The first OnePlus phones with SD card support. Available only in EU for now, with an expected US release.
OnePlus opens up applications for The Lab (for 8T)!
6 out of 10 seats are reserved for forum users. Applications are open until 23:59 EST, September 27th.OnePlus 8T is now supported
You will have to update the app first to at least v4.5.1OnePlus explains why 5/5T updates were delayed
A serious bug in the communications module is the culpritOnePlus 8T launch event
Event will be live from 10:00 EDT / 15:00 BST / 16:00 CEST / 19:30 IST onwards8-series devices get the first stable OxygenOS 11 update
Rollout has begun for all regions and thus all ZIPs are available8-series just got OB2, running OOS11 - with the new Ambient Display Canvas feature
There's finally an Indian build for OB2, so users in India who haven't yet installed OB2 can now switch to it without losing India-specific features
OnePlus announces IDEAS 2.0: an improved co-creation platform
Will be active from 28th September till 6th November, 2020
You can now apply to join OnePlus Nord Closed Beta program
You will be able to test the newest OxygenOS features but must own an unlocked non-carrier versionOnePlus announces the Nord Camera Closed Feedback Program
If chosen, you're expected to sign an NDA and work closely with the camera team at OnePlusAndroid 11/R Developer Preview 4 now available!
For the time being, only the 8-series device can install it (DP4)A first look at OxygenOS 11 design and features
8-series DP3 uses new OOS11 design, although things aren't perfect
Try your luck getting the OnePlus Nord early in an online pop-up event
If you missed the pre-order rounds, you can secure your spot in the queue to get it early. The phone is set to go on sale starting August 4th.OnePlus Nord's AR launch
Tune into the world's first AR smartphone launchOnePlus officially announces a budget smartphone lineup
OnePlus Z rumours have materialized, though it's named OnePlus Nord. Will be launched only in Europe and India for now.OnePlus updates its OxygenOS release cycle
Only the Closed Beta and Open Beta update methods are affectedOnePlus announces last Open Betas for the 6 and 6T
Open Beta 6, which was released on 7th April 2020 was the last Open Beta users receivedOnePlus 8-series is now supported
You will have to update the app first to at least v4.1.0Comparison of Oxygen Updater v4.0.0 and v2.7.6
Watch this video by Arjan Vlek, the previous developer of Oxygen Updater, comparing v2.7.6 and v4.0.0
OnePlus opens up applications for The Lab!
Applications are open until 17:00 HKT, April 1stOnePlus is seeking volunteers for the Instant Translation feature
Currently, this feature is limited to the latest Open Betas for the 7 and 7T-series
OnePlus announced a refreshed logo
They'll officially reveal it on March 18th, but we already know what it'll look likeFirst Open Beta for 7T-series is out, but there's a catch
The ZIPs are region-specific, for each device. Tap here to know more
Project & Team Updates
Organizational change: Adhiraj will act as a Team Lead, plus future plans about ads and monetization
Meet the new owner of Oxygen Updater
Adhiraj Singh Chauhan will lead the project with a team of devsOxygen Updater in 2020
Looking forward to an exciting new yearOnePlus 3/3T are now marked as EOL (End-Of-Life)
The devices are receiving a final update (9.0.6) with bug-fixes and the October 2019 security-patch