OnePlus has announced OxygenOS 15, its latest operating system based on Android 15. Here's everything you need to know about it, including its new features and when it'll roll out.
The Android 15 Easter egg on a OnePlus 12 running OxygenOS 15.
Google released the source code for Android 15 last month so it was only a matter of time before the update would begin rolling out to devices. Major OEMs like OnePlus have had access to the Android 15 source code for months, though, which gave them a head start in adapting their own operating systems on top of Google's foundation. OnePlus isn't quite ready to roll out the stable version of its Android 15-based operating system, called OxygenOS 15, but it is ready to reveal what new features will be in it as well as deliver a beta release.
OnePlus gave us the opportunity to check out the OxygenOS 15 Open Beta before its public release, so we took the update for a spin on a OnePlus 12 that the company loaned us. Here's everything you need to know about OxygenOS 15!
What are the top new features in OxygenOS 15?
The OxygenOS 15 update is chock full of new features, all of which you can read about in the official changelog we shared below. For a great rundown of the major changes in OxygenOS 15, check out the video below by fellow Android Faithful co-host Jason Howell.
If you're short on time, here's a quick summary of 11 of the biggest changes in OxygenOS 15 that OnePlus highlighted during its media briefing:
There's a new split notification shade … but it is optional! OxygenOS 15 comes with a split notification and Quick Settings panels, but you’re given the choice to use the new Split UI or the Classic UI! I’ve grown fond of the split shade in recent weeks since it lets me see more of both, plus it’s easy to switch between the two.
More muted icon colors. Instead of having really colorful icons everywhere, OxygenOS 15 uses monochrome icons by default in the Quick Settings and Settings home page that look less noisy. You can still change the system colors under Wallpapers & style, though!
Circle to Search, my beloved! OxygenOS 15 brings Google’s Circle to Search feature to OnePlus phones, finally.
New animations throughout the OS, including for pulling down the notifications panel, charging your phone, launching an app, or unlocking via fingerprint. There are also now new fade-in/fade-out transition animations when going between the AOD to the lock screen to the home screen.
Open Canvas is available on phones now! This feature made it possible on the Open and Pad to multitask between 3 different apps in split-screen instead of only 2. On phones, though, you can only split-screen with 2 apps open, though Open Canvas makes it easier to switch between apps while multitasking.
You can now share files more easily with your iPhone friends. The new Share with iPhone feature lets you transfer files to iPhone users without you needing to download an app, though your friends will have to download the O+ Connect app.
New AI photo features, like AI Unblur, AI Reflection Eraser, and AI Detail Boost. AI Unblur removes motion blur from photos (including old ones), AI Reflection Eraser gets rid of reflections of glass/windows in photos, and AI Detail Boost applies superresolution after you crop into a photo.
8. New AI features for note-taking and messaging. AI Assistant for Notes can format, clean up (filler speech), polish (the copy of the content), continue writing (long text based on your inputs), elaborate (expand your points into usable paragraphs), shorten (takes long text and summarizes it).
9. AI Reply automatically analyzes on-screen content and generates replies in different tones in IM apps like Instagram, WhatsApp, and Snapchat. In addition you can write your own texts and generate refined replies.
10. OnePlus OneTake lets you create beautiful personalized wallpapers of your pets. It’ll take a photo of a pet with a noisy background, cut out the pet from the photo, and put it into a neat visual frame.
11. Intelligent Search. This feature is coming to the next flagship (ie. OnePlus 13), and it’ll basically let you ask questions like “how much is my next phone bill?” and then it’ll perform a deep search of all your local files to extract that information and use AI to generate a response.
OnePlus also touted Theft Protection as an OxygenOS 15 feature during the briefing, but it seems like it’s just the same Theft Protection feature that rolled out to all Android users recently. In any case, your OnePlus phone now has Android’s Theft Protection feature, so go turn ‘em on if you haven't already.
When will the OxygenOS 15 update roll out?
Although we don't know yet when OnePlus will roll out the stable version of OxygenOS 15, we do know when they'll roll out the Open Beta version. The OxygenOS 15 Open Beta will roll out on the following dates for the specified devices:
OnePlus 11 5G, OnePlus 11R 5G, OnePlus Nord 4, OnePlus Nord CE 4, OnePlus Nord CE 4 Lite 5G, OnePlus Pad
From Jan. 2025:
OnePlus 10 Pro 5G, OnePlus 10T 5G, OnePlus Nord 3 5G
From Feb. 2025:
OnePlus 10R 5G, OnePlus Nord CE 3 5G
Keep in mind that this timeline is approximate and is subject to change depending on the device model, country, and carrier. OnePlus says it'll roll out the OxygenOS 15 Open Beta on a batch-by-batch basis, but only in certain markets and not to any carrier-exclusive models.
Official timeline for the OxygenOS 15 Open Beta rollout.
The stable release of OxygenOS 15 will be rolled out following the conclusion of the Open Beta program.
Official OxygenOS 15 changelog
Animations
A cutting-edge system graphics engine is available to deliver superior rendering and animation performance. Its innovative parallel drawing architecture ensures smooth, uninterrupted visuals, even when switching between multiple apps or pushing the system to its limits. Stability and fluidity are guaranteed under any conditions.
Parallel animation covers more elements like widgets, components, and folders, ensuring seamless transitions and smooth animations, even during frequent interruptions.
System-wide swipe consistency is extended to third-party apps, including WebView interfaces, for a uniform scrolling experience across the entire system.
Visual effects
The Home screen is revamped with newly designed icons, presenting a fresh look with balanced proportions and enhanced colors for fuller and sharper visuals.
Numerous system function icons are overhauled for improved visual uniformity throughout the system.
The new Luminous Rendering Engine offers real-time blending, dynamic blur, and diffused shadows, creating a more natural and stunning interface.
The rounded corner design is enhanced for uniformity and continuous curvature is applied throughout the system.
Themes
The new flux themes feature a vast array of high-quality themes, allowing customization with system wallpapers and personal photos for a personalized touch.
Extensive customization is added for Always-On Display, the Lock screen, and the Home screen. Flux and classic modes are supported for Always-On Display. Clock color blending, glass textures, blurred wallpapers, Al depth effects, Al auto-fills, and more are supported for the Lock screen. Glass patterns, blurred wallpapers, and more. are supported for the Home screen.
The new flux themes present fluid and seamless transition animations among Always-On Display, Lock screen, and Home screen for improved visual consistency.
Live Alerts
The new Live Alerts design is concentrated on efficient information visualization, positioned centrally for a balanced and streamlined display.
The new Live Alerts interaction allows capsules to expand into detailed cards with a tap, providing efficient access to multiple live activities by swiping in the status bar.
The new Live Alerts animation system brings a fluid, elastic design and dynamic blurring effects in real time, making card visuals smoother and more refined.
Photo editing
The new globally reversible photo editing capability saves previous edit settings for seamless subsequent edits, ensuring uninterrupted creative flow.
Floating Window and Split View
The new Floating Window gestures: you can swipe down a notification banner to open a floating window, swipe down to enlarge it, swipe up to close it, and swipe sideways to hide it.
The resizable Split View windows allow you to drag the divider or tap the window for a more extensive display area.
Notifications & Quick Settings
The new Split mode allows separate access to the notification drawer (top-left swipe) and Quick Settings (top-right swipe), with swipe left or right to switch.
Quick Settings is revamped with a more visually appealing and consistent layout, along with refined and enhanced animations.
Battery & charging
The new "Charging limit feature halts charging at 80%, helping to extend battery life and minimize degradation.
The new battery protection reminder activates the Charging limit feature if the device remains charging for too long, enhancing battery protection.
Sounds & vibration
Holo Audio is enhanced for internet calls and meetings, providing a more comprehensive and immersive sound quality.
Find My
You can now locate your device even when it's switched off, improving the likelihood of retrieving it if lost.
Safety
A unified hub for personal safety features brings together emergency calls, disaster alerts, security checks, and quick access to first aid information.
Privacy
The Private Safe is optimized by implementing categorized views for images, videos, and documents, simplifying data management.
A new Home screen entry is added for hidden apps, allowing quick access by tapping the folder and verifying your privacy password.
Wi-Fi
The multi-network experience is enhanced to deliver more efficient, accurate, and uninterrupted transitions between networks.
More
Exclusive OxygenOS Always-On Displays and Lock screen clock styles are added for a unique visual experience.
The new Home screen clock widget gives you the flexibility to resize as desired.
An easter egg is added in Calculator and will pop up when you input "1+=", embodying OnePlus's enduring "Never Settle" mentality.
New wallpapers are added to infuse your device with OnePlus's signature style.
Exclusive app icon designs for OxygenOS are added, offering a fresh visual experience.
The Two-Tone theme color is added, enabling Quick Settings and the Settings app icon to be displayed in "Black" to highlight OxygenOS's iconic design.
The OxygenOS Setup Wizard is enhanced to provide a more personalized user experience.
The design of the About device and the System update pages are enhanced for clearer and more visually appealing information display.
The style and visuals of the Notes widgets are enhanced, making them more appealing and practical.
The multitasking experience is enhanced by automatically guiding you to the last used app in the recent tasks view for easier app switching.
The Drawer mode is optimized to keep the existing Home screen app layout upon initial entry.
