OnePlus Open Gets OxygenOS 16: AI, Camera & Design Upgrades

OnePlus Open Receives OxygenOS 16: A Major Upgrade

OnePlus has officially begun rolling out the stable OxygenOS 16 update for the OnePlus Open, a significant upgrade based on Android 16. Following a release candidate phase, this update brings a wealth of new features and improvements designed to enhance the user experience.

The rollout is currently underway in India, with plans for wider availability soon. Users can identify the update by build number CPH2551_16.0.0.201(EX01).

What's New in OxygenOS 16 for OnePlus Open?

OxygenOS 16 delivers a comprehensive suite of enhancements, weighing in around 3GB. Here's a detailed breakdown:

Fast & Smooth: Performance and Animations

The update focuses heavily on improving performance and visual fluidity:

• Parallel Processing: System apps now feature smoother animations, and Home screen icon drag-and-drop is significantly improved.

• Trinity Engine: This engine optimizes workload on the fly, enhancing video playback, gaming performance and camera usage.

• Light Field Motion Effects: Experience immersive, multi-sensory experiences with the Luminous Rendering Engine.

OnePlus AI, Intelligently Yours

The update integrates several exciting new AI-powered features:

• Mind Space: Record thoughts and save them quickly with the voice memory feature, accessible by holding the Plus Key.

• AI-powered Photos: Enjoy a redesigned photo browsing experience with improved album navigation and new video editing features.

• AI Writer: Harness the power of AI for writing tasks, including social media posts and document creation.

• AI VoiceScribe & Call Summary: Benefit from smarter context detection and easier sharing of summaries.

Uniquely Yours: Design and Customization

The OxygenOS 16 update introduces a visually refreshed design:

• Flux Home screen: Enjoy lifelike visual icons, a cleaner layout, and the ability to resize icons.

• AI-powered Flux themes: Experience dynamic wallpapers with AI depth effects and customizable icon styles.

• Always-On Display: Customize your Lock screen with widgets, notifications, and more.

Communication and Interconnection

• Touch to Share: Quickly share content from Photos, Notes and My Files.

• OnePlus Connect: Mirror your phone to your PC, share files and enjoy multi-tasking.

Attention to Detail, Everywhere

The update includes numerous quality-of-life improvements:

• Camera: New motion photo capabilities and improved Portrait mode.

• Game Assistant: Enhanced privacy controls during gameplay.

• Notifications & Quick Settings: Expanded customization options and streamlined design.