OnePlus has unveiled OxygenOS 16, a major upgrade built on Android 16 that puts AI at the heart of the experience. The update delivers smarter tools for everyday tasks, deeper cross-device connectivity (including with Apple hardware), and smoother performance across supported phones and tablets.
AI-first features you’ll actually use
– Plus Mind with Mind Space acts like a secure, searchable vault for your personal data, notes, and saved items.
– Collections intelligently groups saved content, giving you a cleaner, more organized library.
– Voice notes can be transcribed and summarized automatically, while notes can be turned into mind maps for quick brainstorming.
– A new scanning tool enhances documents by correcting lighting and angles, then exports optimized PDFs.
– YumSee generates images of dishes from scanned menus to help you decide what to order.
– Party Up turns your photos into short, shareable highlight videos.
– Low-light photo enhancement uses AI to lift detail and clarity when the lights are down.
Note: Some of these AI features are still experimental.
Gemini integration and upgraded writing tools
– Google Gemini is integrated into Plus Mind, enabling one-tap search across your device data, the web, and Gemini’s knowledge base at the same time.
– A built-in AI writing assistant can proofread, summarize, and polish your text, helping you draft faster with fewer mistakes.
Cross-device superpowers, including Apple-friendly perks
– O+ Connect streamlines file sharing and device interoperability, with screen mirroring between OnePlus devices and PCs or Macs.
– Rapid data transfer with iPhones is supported through a NameDrop-like tool for quick, contact-style exchanges.
– Remote Control lets you operate your computer from your phone or tablet—perfect for on-the-go access.
– Apple Watch pairing arrives via the OHealth app, enabling notifications, call management, and health data sync.
Performance and smoothness
– The updated Flow Motion engine improves animation fluidity for a more polished feel throughout the interface.
– Parallel Processing 2.0 boosts multitasking speed so apps switch and run more responsively.
Availability and eligible devices
OxygenOS 16 will debut on the OnePlus 15. A public beta for existing devices opens on October 17.
Compatible models include:
– OnePlus 13
– OnePlus 13R
– OnePlus 13s
– OnePlus Open
– OnePlus 12
– OnePlus 12R
– OnePlus 11 5G
– OnePlus 11R 5G
– OnePlus 10 Pro 5G
– OnePlus Nord 5
– OnePlus Nord 4
– OnePlus Nord 3 5G
– OnePlus Nord CE5
– OnePlus Nord CE4
– OnePlus Nord CE4 Lite 5G
– OnePlus Pad 3
– OnePlus Pad 2
– OnePlus Pad
– OnePlus Pad Lite
If you own one of these devices, keep an eye out for the beta rollout and get ready to test the new AI-powered features, tighter cross-device integrations, and performance upgrades coming with OxygenOS 16.
