OnePlus has begun sending out the OxygenOS 15 update to its 2022 OnePlus 10R 5G, in India—a milestone that marks the end of major software upgrades for the device. True to its original promise, the phone will now receive only security updates until 2025. While the update skips the AI features rolling out to newer models, it focuses on refining the basics, leaving users with a mix of appreciation and resignation.
A Focus on Stability
OxygenOS 15 prioritizes optimizing the user experience rather than introducing new features. OnePlus highlights a new “parallel rendering architecture” designed to reduce lag when switching between apps. Animations for swiping, scrolling, and exiting apps have been adjusted for smoother transitions, addressing occasional performance inconsistencies from previous versions.
The update also introduces “Flux Themes,” allowing users to customize the always-on display, lock screen, and home screen with dynamic animations. The “Private Safe” feature now organizes hidden files into categories such as photos, videos, and documents for easier access. Other additions include a battery-saving “Charging Limit” that stops charging at 80% and improved file-sharing compatibility with iOS devices.
AI Features Left Out
AI-powered tools available on newer OnePlus models, such as AI photo retouching and smart reply suggestions, are not included in this update. OnePlus has not confirmed whether these features will be added later, leaving users uncertain about future additions.
Some 10R users have expressed mixed reactions. One user on X commented, “It’s a stable update, but it feels like we’re being left behind—no AI, no major changes.” Others appreciate the refinements, with a Reddit user noting, “My phone feels faster, and the battery stays cooler. Stability matters more to me.”
What’s Next?
With no more OS upgrades planned, the 10R 5G’s future hinges on quarterly security patches. For users craving cutting-edge features, it’s a nudge toward newer devices. But for those prioritizing stability, the update offers a dignified send-off.
The rollout is underway in phases for Indian users, identified by version numbers CPH2423_15.0.0.501(EX01) and CPH2411_15.0.0.501(EX01). OnePlus expects all devices to receive the update within two weeks.
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