OnePlus has started rolling out the much-anticipated OxygenOS 15 update for its flagship OnePlus 12, well ahead of its expected release date. The update, based on Android 15, is already reaching users in multiple regions, including India. This update brings a host of exciting new features, performance improvements, and visual changes. Here’s a quick rundown of the key updates and features included in the OxygenOS 15 update:
1. Redesigned User Interface
OxygenOS 15 introduces a complete overhaul of the user interface, with a fresh, more cohesive look. The home screen now boasts updated iconography and a smoother design that enhances visual continuity. The new “flux” themes provide greater customization options, allowing users to personalize their device with system wallpapers or even their own photos.
2. Customizable Lock Screen and Always-On Display
The lock screen and Always-On Display (AOD) have been revamped to offer more customization. Users can now tweak clock designs, apply AI-powered depth effects, and blend colors for a personalized, dynamic experience. Additionally, glass textures and blurred wallpapers add a sleek, modern aesthetic to both the home and lock screens.
3. Performance Enhancements
OxygenOS 15 includes advanced parallel processing in the system’s graphics engine, which improves animation rendering. This is particularly noticeable during multitasking or when running resource-heavy apps. Smoother transitions between third-party apps and system-wide gestures further improve the overall user experience.
4. Enhanced Photo Editing Tools
One of the standout features of the OxygenOS 15 update is the improvement to photo editing. Globally reversible edits allow users to save previous edits for future modifications, providing greater flexibility when editing photos over time. This is a major step forward for users who like to fine-tune their images.
5. Fluid Cloud Integration
The Fluid Cloud service has received an upgrade, now supporting real-time syncing with popular apps like Spotify, Swiggy, and Zomato. This enables more seamless interactions, making it easier to switch between apps and services while keeping data synced across your device.
6. Expanded Gesture Controls
OxygenOS 15 expands on gesture control with new options for the floating window. Now, users can:
- Swipe down on the notification bar to open a status window.
- Swipe again to enlarge the status window.
- Swipe sideways to hide the window.
The update also improves the split-screen mode, allowing users to resize windows more easily by dragging dividers or tapping to enlarge them.
7. Battery Protection Feature
The update includes a new battery protection feature, which helps prevent overcharging and ensures long-term battery health by optimizing charging cycles.
8. Improved Call Quality with Holo Audio
The Holo Audio feature has been introduced to improve call quality, providing a more immersive and clearer voice experience during calls.
9. Private Space Enhancements
The Private Space section gets a significant upgrade. Now, hidden apps can be accessed quickly through a new home screen shortcut. The view in Private Space has also been categorized, making it easier to organize and manage apps and files stored there.
10. Optimized Multi-Network Experience
OxygenOS 15 improves the multi-network experience, ensuring smoother transitions between different networks. This is particularly useful when switching from Wi-Fi to mobile data or between different Wi-Fi networks.