Oneplus ended the software support for the Oneplus 5 and the Oneplus 5T in late 2020. The last official system update for the handsets brought September 2020 security patches and some fixes for the buggy Android 10 update that was rolled out earlier that year.

Two years after the last official Android update, users of Oneplus 5 and Oneplus 5T can still experience the current latest version of Android, thanks to the newly released Android 12-based LineageOS 19 custom ROM.

Third-party software is not meant for everyone. Because users have to deal with the installation process, which can be confusing for most.

But if you are one of those who are used to custom ROMs, you should probably install the official LineageOS 19 ROM on your Oneplus 5 or Oneplus 5T to bring a new life into them.

These devices were launched in 2017. So most likely they are sitting idle or being used as a secondary smartphone. Hence, they can be a perfect opportunity for the users to try custom ROM for the first time since there won’t be any harm if anything goes wrong.

The Oneplus 5 and the Oneplus 5T hit the markets with Android 7.1.1 Nougat. They received three official Android updates throughout their lifetime — Android 8.1 Oreo, Android 9.0 Pie, and Android 10.

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There are reports that OnePlus has begun a scheme to give battery replacements for some of its older models in India, at a minimal fee for labor. The smartphones that will enjoy battery replacement are the OnePlus 3, OnePlus 5, OnePlus 5T, OnePlus 6, and OnePlus 6T.

The scheme is already operational, and owners of the devices can walk into any OnePlus store to request the service. However, if you don’t want to walk into a store for the battery replacement, you can book the service online instead, but in that case, you’re only getting a 50% discount.

There is no official reason given for the move but it may not be unconnected with the fact that the company’s inventory of the stated spare batteries has remained stagnant for an extended period. In addition, these batteries are rather old and it’s unlikely that there would be a spike in demand for them. OnePlus, therefore, is seeking customer goodwill and loyalty by the gesture, although several options are open for its disposal of the inventory.

It is unclear how long this promo had been and how long it will remain, although we would feel that it remains while the stock lasts. One thing is also sure, lots of OnePlus models in the category will benefit from this incentive program. It remains a secret what the quantum of devices are expected to benefit from the battery replacement program. OnePlus is also mum on the number of unused batteries in its inventory.

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OnePlus 5 has finally received an incremental OTA(Over-The-Air) update after quite a while. The new OxygenOS 10.0.1 update brings September 2020 security patch along with a few bug fixes.

OnePlus, through its community forums, announced(via XDADevelopers) the incremental update for the device. Accordingly, it says that the current update is only for the OnePlus 5 but the company will soon roll-out an incremental update for the OnePlus 5T as well.

Talking about the update, It weighs 253MB. As mentioned earlier, the update has bug fixes, security patch, and an updated GMS package as well. You can take a look at the entire changelog of the update below:

• System
  • Fixed the abnormal call recording issue
  • Fixed the de-activated alarm issue when the phone was powered off
  • Updated Android Security Patch to 2020.09
  • Updated GMS package to 2020.08
• Full-Screen Gestures
  • Back gesture from the bottom of the screen is available (OP5T only)
• Camera
  • Electronic Image Stabilization added, bringing you a more stable shooting experience.

That said, this update comes after a few months of a messed up update from OnePlus. Back in May, the company rolled out a stable version of the OxygenOS 10 one month after a beta release. However, the update had many bugs including broken EIS(Electronic Image Stabilization).

Four months later, OnePlus issued an apology for not communicating the delay of updates to OnePlus 5/5T to users. It said that a serious communication module bag hampered the development. Anyway, the OnePlus 5 from 2017, launched with Android 7.1.1 Nougat, and considering it already got the Android 10 update, it’s highly unlikely to get the Android 11.

Having said that, OnePlus says this update is a staged rollout. Hence, it will rollout only to a limited number of users initially. After verifying that it doesn’t have any critical bugs, OnePlus will rollout the update to everybody in a few days.

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The OnePlus 5 series is nearing its end of life. Actually, it has already received its last major OS upgrade in form of Android 10 last quarter. However, that update had some serious bugs which OnePlus is yet to fix with an update. An official statement was released a few days ago explaining the reason for the delay.

According to the statement which was published on the OnePlus Forums, a serious bug related to the communication module was found in the update that was to be released. The bug is said to have a serious impact on user experience and solving it has resulted in a series of back and forth with communication carriers.

While the statement also included an apology for not communicating to users the situation, it did not say when the update will eventually be made available to users as the bug is yet to be fixed. OnePlus says they will share progress henceforth and also announce when they have a release plan.

The original Android 10 update broke a number of features including Electronic Image Stabilization (EIS). Some OnePlus 5/5T users have requested that OnePlus make it up to them by releasing OxygenOS 11 based on Android 11 for them but we do not see that happening.

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Yay!!! Android 10 is here for the OnePlus 5 and OnePlus 5T. After months of waiting, owners of the two phones are now getting a taste of Android 10.

It has been a pretty long wait for owners of the aforementioned devices. OnePlus announced in October that it will update the two phones to Android 10 in Q2 2020. Now, the update is here and brings lots of new features.

Android 10 brings a number of new features such as Smart Reply, Full Screen Gestures, and Dark Mode. Dark Mode is actually not a new feature for OnePlus phones as it has been available on OxygenOS for years now.

The update is 1.8GB in size for the OnePlus 5T. We have not been able to get our hands on the changelog for the OnePlus 5 as OnePlus is yet to officially announce the update is rolling out already Below is the complete changelog:

System

• Upgraded to Android 10
• Brand new UI design
• Enhanced location permissions for privacy
• New customization feature in the Settings allowing you to choose icon shapes to be displayed in the Quick Settings

Game Space

• New Game Space feature now add all your favorite games in one place for easier access and better gaming experience

Message

• Now possible to block spam by keywords for Message (Messages – Spam – Settings – Blocking settings)

Full-Screen Gestures

• Removed back gesture from the bottom of the screen
• Added back gesture on the left and right sides of the phone
• Added a bottom navigation bar to allow switching left or right for recent apps

Camera

• Electronic image stabilization currently under optimization and will be pushed in later stabler versions. Please stay tuned.

The update seems to have rolled out to just a few persons but we expect it to be available for more users in the coming days.

Android 10 is the last major OS upgrade for the OnePlus 5 and OnePlus 5T. Both phones launched with Android 7.1.1 Nougat pre-installed back in 2017 and have already received two OS upgrades in the course of their lives.

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Just like Android Pie update for OnePlus 3/3T last year, the company has released first-ever Android 10-based OxygenOS 10 Open Beta 1 for OnePlus 5 / 5T. The download link for the build is already live on OnePlus Community and any interested user can install it.

Unlike regular OxygenOS Open Beta releases, the OnePlus 5 / 5T users will receive future beta and stable updates via OTA itself. They will only have to download and install the first build manually.

OxygenOS 10 Open Beta 1 Official Changelog for OnePlus 5/5T

• System
  • Brand new UI design brings light and fluid experience
  • Updated to Android 10
• Full Screen Gesture (OP5T Only)
  • Newly added Hidden Bar to allow left-right switches of recent apps

Steps to Install OxygenOS 10 Open Beta 1 on OnePlus 5/5T

Users on Stable Build (Will Not Erase Storage)

• Download the OxyegnOS Open Beta 1 build for OnePlus 5/5T from the link provided at the end of the post.
• Copy the downloaded file to the root of the phone’s storage.
• Go to Settings – > System -> System updates
• Tap on cogwheel located at the top right corner and select Local upgrade option.
• Choose the downloaded file and the installation process will begin.

Users on Beta Build (Will Erase Storage)

• Download the OxyegnOS Open Beta 1 build for OnePlus 5/5T from the link provided at the end of the post.
• Copy the downloaded file to the root of the phone’s storage.
• Switch off the device.
• Press power and volume up keys simultaneously to boot into Fastboot mode.
• Navigate to Recovery option by using volume keys as well as the power key for selection.
• Select English -> Install from Internal storage -> Select the downloaded file -> Select Yes
• After the installation process, choose Reboot to turn on the phone.

Download OxygenOS 10 Open Beta 1 for OnePlus 5

Download OxygenOS 10 Open Beta 1 for OnePlus 5T

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Google App has been misbehaving on OnePlus smartphones for a while now. Users have been reporting various issues related to it on multiple forums and social media like Twitter. Interestingly, even Google is aware of the bug and thus the fix is expected to arrive soon.

OnePlus users, mostly the ones using OnePlus 5 and OnePlus 5T have been complaining in forums and social media regarding a strange bug on Google App. It started when the app was updated to v10.97.8.21.arm64. Since then, the app has received multiple updates, however, the issue still persists.

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According to users, the Google search widget works properly but opening the app leads to crashes or flickering. When the latter occurs, the app runs in the background but could not be used. Users have tried several hacks such as clearing cache and data of the app, reinstalling the app, restarting the phone, and others. Sadly, none of it seems to work for them.

Anyway, there are two methods, which work without any issue as per some users. The first solution is to roll back to an older version of Google App (releases before the version mentioned above). And the second solution is to switch off the phone while charging because as per the user who suggested this, the bug seems to be related with the newly added Ambient Mode feature.

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Hence, if you are OnePlus user and facing problems with the Google app, then revert to an older version rather than charging the phone powered off. Hopefully, Google fixes the bug sooner than later as they are already aware of it.

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The OnePlus flagship series from 2017, namely OnePlus 5 and 5T, are now receiving a new OxygenOS update. The build v9.0.11 arrives with a few minor upgrades alongside the security patch for February 2020.

Back in 2018, the company had announced its update schedule which stated that every smartphone will receive at least two major Android updates along with 3 years of security patch support. This implies that the OnePlus 5 series effectively saw its Android upgrade service end by November 2019 and security patch cycles end by November 2020.

However, OnePlus included the flagship series from 2017 in its Android 10 update list, which was highly appreciated. In other words, the OnePlus 5 series would receive Android 10 by Q2 of 2020. But before this major upgrade the smartphone, the company has still decided to keep the security patches of both smartphone up to date with its recent OxygenOS build v9.0.11.

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In the new update, OnePlus brings the usual “system stability and bug fixes” alongside the new security patches. Although both smartphones received the same build version, differences in the download sizes may arrive both the base and higher T variant. As of right now, the update is being rolled out in a staggered manner. Meaning, a few users will receive the update before the majority in a random fashion. However, for those that can’t wait, here are the respective download links for the new update.

OnePlus 5

• Download Incremental OTA: OxygenOS 9.0.10 -> 9.0.11
• Download OxygenOS 9.0.11 Full OTA zip

OnePlus 5T

• Download Incremental OTA: OxygenOS 9.0.10 -> 9.0.11
• Download OxygenOS 9.0.11 Full OTA zip

Note: Always backup your data before an unofficial system update, and also do not attempt to install the latest build if one is not aware of the methods. Further instructions on how to install can be found on OnePlus’ official forums.

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OnePlus is known for its fast premium smartphones, along with the top-notch support. The Chinese smartphone manufacturer facilitates third-party development as it does not void warranty even if the user roots the OnePlus smartphone. However, any internal damage due to rooting is not covered under warranty. Thanks to such support for external development that is allowing the old OnePlus devices to enjoy the Android 10 experience via custom ROMs.

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Android 10 upgrade is underway for several new and old Android smartphones. OnePlus 5/5T are also on the boat to receive the Android 10 update by Q2 2020. Such a long wait time is making users switch to Android 10 custom ROMs on OnePlus 5 and 5T. These phones were launched in 2017 with Android Nougat and were later upgraded to Android Oreo and then Android Pie. Since both the devices have become old and already received three significant upgrades, now the users have to wait a bit longer before the new Android update hits their devices.

Android 10 Features

Google officially rolled out the Android 10 last month with several upgrades and enhancements. A lot of refinement has taken place in the Android 10 over its predecessor. The new features include polished system UI, new gesture navigations, location control, improved privacy, and lot more. The support for several new technologies such as 5G, foldable tech, and AR are also built in the latest version. Many new APIs are part of the Android 10 package. A long-awaited dark theme is also a part of the latest and the greatest Android version.

Key features

• Security Features – Android 10 comes with new security features, which enhances the overall security of the device.
• Smart Reply – In Android 9, a feature to reply from the notification bar was added. Whereas, in Android 10 the functionality is extended with auto-responses or action in the Facebook Messenger.
• New Gesture Navigation – The system is now smoother and faster with the new gesture navigation.
• Dark Theme – Much awaited system-wide dark theme is part of the new Android version. It is aimed to reduce eye strain during low-light environments.
• Privacy controls – To enhance the privacy of the overall system, Android 10 allows users to choose the data that will be shared.
• 5G Support – In 2020, many carriers across different countries will rollout 5G support. So the Google has already rolled out support for it in the Android 10.
• Foldable Display – In the future, many foldable devices are making its way to the market. Google has rolled foldable display support to make those devices fully compatible with the Android 10

There are many changes that the OnePlus 5/5T users will like on Android 10 custom ROM.

OnePlus 5 and 5T specifications

Both the smartphones were launched back in 2017 with Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 onboard paired with 6/8GB LPDDR4X RAM. OnePlus 5 embeds a 5.5-inch full-HD display with a resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels and a 401 PPI pixel density. However, a 6.01 full HD Optic AMOLED display having 1080 x 2160 pixels resolution with an 18:9 aspect ratio is available on the OnePlus 5T. Both the devices are protected with Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection.

Both devices carry a dual rear camera and a single front camera. Specifically, the OnPlus 5T sports a 16-megapixel Sony IMX398 sensor having an aperture of f/1.7 and another 20-megapixel sensor. On the other sie, OnePlsu 5 hosts a dual rear camera with a  16-megapixel primary sensor and another 20-megapixel Sony IMX350 sensor. A 3300 mAh non-removable battery is seen on both the devices with Dash charge fast charging technology. OnePlus 5 and 5T are currently running on Android 9.1 Pie and is slated to receive the Android 10 update by Q2 2020.

There are several custom ROMs that are currently in testing mode. We will keep adding more custom ROMs once the development starts. Let’s check the best Android 10 based custom ROMs for OnePlus 5 and 5T.

List of Android 10 custom ROMs for OnePlus 5/5T

crDroid Android

It is an Android 10 based custom ROM that is in the beta stage with a few bugs. The features such as WiFi, GPS, Camera, HW Encryption, Sound, LTE, and others are working fine without any issue. However, there’s a voice issue over calls, but you can quickly fix it by disabling the microphone permission for the Google app. All other major issues were fixed in the latest 28th September build.

The users can easily customize battery styles, live volume steps, and others. It is recommended to flash Gapps to get Google services on your device. It needs TWRP custom recovery, and the device should be on OxygenOS 9.0.9 firmware version. In the upcoming few months, the ROM is expected to become stable for both the OnePlus 5 and 5T. You can download the crDroid from the download below.

Download for OnePlus 5 / OnePlus 5T

Pixel Experience (AOSP for OnePlus 5T)

As the name suggests, the Pixel Experience ROM grabs most of its features from Pixel devices. It is AOSP based ROM with some goodies from Pixel devices such as the launcher, wallpapers, icons, fonts, and boot animations. The developer’s aim is to provide a stable and secure environment for non-pixel devices.

The Pixel Experience ROM for OnePlus 5T is based on Android 10 with specific bugs. The features like WiFi, RIL, GPS, Camera, Camcorder, Bluetooth, NFC, Lights, Fingerprint Reader, and RIL are working precisely. Some people have issues with SIM card detection, Bluetooth, and Alert Slider. The user needs not to flash the Gapps additionally. The Pixel Experience ROM carries Septemeber 2019 security patch.

Download for OnePlus 5T

LineageOS 17.0 for OnePlus 5T

It is the most supported custom ROM available for Android devices. It is based on the Android Open Source Project with some extra contributions from third-party developers. The LenageOS 17.0 runs on Android 10 and supports different frameworks and mods such as supersu, magisk, Xposed, custom kernels, etc.

The interested users can download the LineageOS 17.0 for OnePlus 5T from the link below.

Download for OnePlus 5T

Currently, these are the only ROMs for OnePlus 5 and 5T, which are based on Android 10. We update the article when more ROMs arrive. If you have any recommendations, then do let us know via the comments below. Until then, stay connected with us for more!

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OnePlus 7T and OnePlus 7T Pro that will be unveiled later today will be the first OnePlus phones to arrive with Android 10 preinstalled. The Chinese manufacturer is working on making the latest version of Android available to other OnePlus phones. Today, OnePlus co-founder and CEO Pete Lau confirmed on the rollout schedule of Android 10 for OnePlus 6 series and OnePlus 5 series of smartphones in China.

Android 10 has been already made available to OnePlus 7 and OnePlus 7 Pro smartphones in some regions like India. The update was based on OxygenOS custom ROM by OnePlus. For users of OnePlus 7 and OnePlus 7 Pro in China, the company rolled out the public beta of HydrogenOS based Android 10 on Sept. 13. The stable version will be rolled out in mid-November in the country.

Users of older OnePlus phones have been eagerly waiting to know when their devices will be treated with the latest edition of Android 10. Lau has revealed that the Android 10 public beta for OnePlus 6 and OnePlus 6T users in China will be made available in late October. The official version will be arriving to the OnePlus 6 series in late November.

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The official version of Android 10 will be arriving to OnePlus 5 and OnePlus 5T users by second quarter of 2020 in China. OxygenOS builds are known for arriving shortly after the release of HydrogenOS builds. However, there is no official confirmation yet on the OxygenOS based Android 10 updates for OnePlus 6, OnePlus 6T, OnePlus 5 and OnePlus 5T phones.

The HydrogenOS builds do not feature Google Play services. On the other side, OxygenOS editions that are made available outside of China are equipped with Google apps. By launching the OnePlus 7T and 7T Pro phones today, OnePlus will become the first OEM to release a phone with Android 10 OS along with Google apps. The recently unveiled Huawei Mate 30 and Mate 30 Pro are also preloaded with Android 10, but they do not feature Google apps mainly because of the trade ban imposed by the U.S.

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The OnePlus 5 is over two years old already while the OnePlus 5T still has a few months to go before its 2nd year anniversary. Both phones are scheduled to get the update to Android Q but that will be much later. At the moment, they are getting an update that brings some of the new features that launched with the OnePlus 7 series.

The update arrives as Oxygen OS 9.0.7 and it brings Fnatic Mode and Screen Recorder to both phones. Both of these features came bundled with the OnePlus 7 and OnePlus 7 Pro but OnePlus promised it will be available for older devices. With this new update, you can also record internal system audio with the screen recorder app which wasn’t available if you side-loaded it initially.

The changelog also says the update brings June’s security patch, quick reply in landscape mode and fixed an issue with Speed Dial.

The update is rolling out gradually but you can download the update and install it manually if you do not wish to wait. There is the incremental one which is just 480MB. You also have the full system update that is much larger in size. The download links are available in the source link.

Other features coming to the two phones are DC Dimming and RAM Boost. Hopefully, these will come with the next update.

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The OnePlus 3 and OnePlus 3T are the latest devices to get updated to Android Pie. This update is the third major OS update for both phones. Technically, they are the only two Android phones to have received three major OS updates. Yesterday, OnePlus confirmed the OnePlus 5 and OnePlus 5T will also receive three OS updates in total.

The OnePlus 5 and OnePlus 5T were announced in 2017, though months apart. Both phones ran Android Nougat out of the box and then got updated to Android Oreo and Android Pie. Now OnePlus says they will also get an update to Android Q. The announcement was made in a forum post that listed the software features of the OnePlus 7 series coming to older OnePlus devices.

The post revealed that the OnePlus 5 series and the OnePlus 6 series will get Fnatic Mode, Zen Mode and Screen recorder (already available via sideloading), Quick Reply in Landscape, DC Dimming, and RAM Boost. OnePlus then added that the OnePlus 5 and OnePlus 5T will also get Android Q. However, there are no ETAs yet.

For those wondering, rest assured: Android Q will also make its way to the OnePlus 5 and 5T – OnePlus

This is definitely exciting news for owners of the OnePlus 5 series. Both phones mark the end and the beginning of two design eras. The OP5 was the last OnePlus phone with a 16:9 aspect ratio while the OP5T was the first with an 18:9 aspect ratio and a rear-mounted fingerprint scanner. They are both powered by the Snapdragon 835, have dual rear cameras, pack 3300mAh batteries and support 20W fast-charging.

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OnePlus began rolling out a new update to the OnePlus 5 and OnePlus 5T over the weekend. The update which comes as OxygenOS 9.0.4 brings stability fixes and January’s security patch to both devices.

The full changelog for the update is listed below:

System

• Updated Android security patch to 2019.1
• Improved stability for OTA upgrade
• General bug fixes and system improvements

Phone

• Deep integration with Google Duo

Networks

• Improved network stability

The update is 1741MB in size and is rolling out gradually to devices.

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The OnePlus 5 and OnePlus 5T were released in 2017. The former is the last OnePlus phone with a 16:9 aspect ratio. Both phones are powered by the Snapdragon 835 and come with 3,300mAh batteries with support for OnePlus’s Dash Charge fast charging technology.

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Just a couple of days ago, OnePlus started rolling out a new update to the OxygenOS Open beta build for both OnePlus 5/5T and OnePlus 6/6T devices. It carries various new changes and bug fixes along with several tweaks. Today, OnePlus has halted the Open Beta 24/26 update for Oneplus 5/5T devices. Currently, exact details regarding the sudden halt are not clear, but the company has cited some critical issues.

Yesterday, Manu J, Global product operations manager took to OnePlus communities and informed the users about the latest development. He is terming it as a precautionary step to stop any issue from propagating in the devices. OnePlus hasn’t given any specific date for the update commencement. Well, a critical problem has been reported for OnePlus 5 and 5T devices. Here’s what Manu J has posted on forums:

Hey everyone
Due to a critical issue reported on OnePlus 5 and 5T Open beta builds. we are pausing the OTA rollout for now as a precautionary step to make sure the open beta build is well cooked … thank you

OxygenOS Open Beta 12 and 4 updates for OnePlus 6 and 6T are still rolling out without any issue. Although, Open Beta 12 and 4 carries various optimisations for a screenshot function. It also supports world clock with weather information enhancement. The new build allows users to quickly reply the messages from the notification bar while in the landscape mode.

OnePlus has not given any specific time about when the Open Beta update will resume for OnePlus 5 and 5T devices. Even though, there’s no indication in the recent reply on the OnePlus communities regarding the update resumption.

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Additionally, OnePlus 5 and 5T received Android 9.0 Pie update couple of weeks ago. After the update, many users are reporting of several issues and bugs in the device. It seems, OnePlus 5/5T devices are struggling with the latest updates. In the past, incidents of OnePlus users complaining have tremendously increased.

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After more than a month since the OnePlus 5T received the Android Pie update, OnePlus is just rolling it out to the Chinese variant. The update comes as HydrogenOS 9.0.1 and brings along some new features.

The update is 2077MB in size. It brings new Android features including a new UI design and new navigation gestures. It also brings December’s security patch, fixes some bugs, and improves stability. There is also an improved Do Not Disturb mode and a new Game Mode (Game Mode 3.0).

The OnePlus 5T was released in 2017. It is the first OnePlus device with an 18:9 display. The taller display led to the fingerprint scanner moving to the back of the phone.

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This is the second major OS update for the phone which originally launched with Android Nougat out of the box. The OnePlus 5T should get Android Q if we go by the company’s update policy of two years of software update counting from when it launched. However, we will have to wait for OnePlus to officially confirm it will get updated. It will also get 3 years of security updates.

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If you haven’t received the update that brings Android Pie to the OnePlus 5 and OnePlus 5T, it will interest you to know that there is another update rolling out to both devices again.

OnePlus is rolling out OxygenOS 9.0.1 to the 2017 flagships. The update comes a week after Android Pie was released for both phones and fixes the bugs the last update brought. The full changelog is below:

System

• Improved stability for Wi-Fi connection
• Optimized sRGB display mode
• Optimized Reading mode
• Fixed issue with 4G VoLTE toggle missing
• Fixed random reboots when Screen Casting

A screenshot shared by one of those who has already received the update shows it is 1748MB in size.

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It is commendable that an update that fixes these new issues is coming so fast. The update is rolling out incrementally but if you are an avid reader or a member of the official OnePlus forums, you should know there are ways to get the update immediately. You can check the source link for more info.

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The holidays just got better for owners of the OnePlus 5 and OnePlus 5T. OnePlus has released a stable update that brings Android Pie to both phones.

The update comes as OxygenOS 9.0.0, syncing with the version number for Android Pie. It not only brings the latest version of Android but also some new features. Below is the complete changelog:

OxygenOS 9.0.0 Update

System

• Updated system to Android 9 Pie
• Brand new UI for Android Pie
• Brand new navigation gestures (Available for OnePlus 5T only)
• Updated Android security patch to 2018.12
• Other new features and system improvements

New Gaming Mode 3.0

• Added text notification mode
• Added notification for 3rd party calls

Do Not Disturb mode

• New Do Not Disturb (DND) mode with adjustable settings

Camera

• Integrated Google Lens mode

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The update is 1742MB for the OnePlus 5 and 1748MB for the OnePlus 5T.

With the OnePlus 5 and OnePlus 5T out of the way, the OnePlus 3 and OnePlus 3T are next in line to get Android Pie. Will OnePlus surprise us and release it before the end of the year?

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OnePlus 6T is the first OnePlus phone to come preinstalled with Android 9 Pie OS. The Chinese manufacturer has released OxygenOS 9.0 based Pie update for the OnePlus 6 smartphone  around two months ago. The next OnePlus phones that are waiting in queue are OnePlus 5 and OnePlus 5T. The Android Pie update could be arriving soon to OnePlus 5 and 5T phones soon since the Chinese manufacturer has released open beta version of the latest Android version for these phones in China.

OnePlus phones that are sold outside of China come with Oxygen OS whereas its handsets released in China feature Hydrogen OS. The Chinese manufacturer has released Hydrogen OS 9.0 based Android 9 Pie open beta version for OnePlus 5 and OnePlus 5T smartphones. The new update brings full screen touch gestures for the OnePlus 5T. This feature is not available on the OnePlus 5 since it is equipped with physical buttons below the display.

The management of apps that run in the background have been reworked to deliver smoother experience. Users can select a default SIM for a particular contact or group.

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In the previous month, it was reported that the Android 9 Pie update for the OnePlus 5, OnePlus 5T, OnePlus 3 and OnePlus 3T smartphones were delayed. The arrival of the Hydrogen OS based Android 9 has arrived for OnePlus 5 series in China, it is likely that the Oxygen OS Android 9 Pie beta would be soon available for these phones. This could mean that the OnePlus 5 and 5T users may be treated with stable version of the latest software before the end of the year. As far as OnePlus 3 and 3T phones are concerned, both phones may get stable edition of the Android 9 Pie OS in the coming year.

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OnePlus is rolling out a new update to the OnePlus 5 and 5T devices. The latest firmware brings many new changes including few bug fixes and new features. Majorly, OnePlus has added support of Project Treble for both the OnePlus 5 and 5T. Aside from new features, OnePlus has also added October Security Patch 2018 with several security improvement and measures. In total, there are 26 fixes for vulnerabilities found in the Android operating system.

OnePlus took several months to roll out the Project Treble on a Stable build as it is available since June on the OxygenOS beta channel. Furthermore, the update has added support of VoLTE for IDEA cellular network in India. You can have a look at the official changelog of the update:

• Supported Project Treble;
• Supported IDEA India VoLTE (Default On);
• Improved Bluetooth stability for phone calls;
• Updated Android security patch to 2018.10.

Project Treble will allow developers to boot a generic Android image. Ultimately, it will help OEM to update the device faster along with the ease of development to custom ROM developers. Now, OnePlus users can see some more out of the box development from third-party developers. OnePlus announced the inclusion of Project Treble while launching the OxygenOS 5.1.5 update some time ago.

Other OEMs like Essential and Huawei have already rolled out Project Treble support for their high-end devices.

• Read More: Xiaomi Mi 8, OnePlus 5T & More Gain ARCore Support

The update is rolling out to all the OnePlus 5/5T units in a phased manner, so it may take some time to reach your device. We suggest you keep your device charged at least upto 50% while performing an upgrade.

Additionally, OnePlus is set to launch the OnePlus 6T with all new waterdrop display and on-screen fingerprint sensor. The new device is coming our way on October 29th at a launch event in New York City. Though its India unveil will happen on October 30.

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Just last week, OnePlus 5 and OnePlus 5T owners received a stable update that brought support for Project Treble. The latest open beta update for both phones brings more exciting features stable users should eagerly anticipate.

According to the changelog for the OnePlus 5’s Open Beta 17 and the OnePlus 5T’s Open Beta 17, owners will now be able to take portrait photos with the front-facing camera just like the OnePlus 6. The update also brings Gaming Mode 3.0 which has new features such as a text notification mode and call suspension notification. Below is the complete changelog:

System

• Added Toast message source for Toast messages sent by background apps
• Added description about sleep standby optimization when the function is turned on for the first time
• Optimized background power consumption control
• Fixed call recording issue in India
• Updated Android security patch to 2018.8

Camera

• Added portrait mode for the front camera

Gaming mode 3.0

• Added call suspension notification
• Added text notification mode
• UI and interaction optimization

Weather

• Hourly weather forecast
• 8 units of meteorological data including precipitation probability and
• Perceived temperature
• Improved weather data accuracy

Note

• New OxygenOS UI
• Optimized process for sharing notes as an image

Oneplus Switch

• UI optimization

READ MORE: OnePlus 6T specs may include 3D sensing technology and ultra-fast charging

The stable update that brings these new features may be released before the end of September along with the month’s security patch.

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Google announced Project Treble last year as a way to make it easier for manufacturers to update their devices. It is supposed to reduce the duration between the launch of a new version of Android and when the update becomes available for a phone. It has also found usefulness by custom ROM makers who can now quickly whip up custom ROM versions (Generic System Image) of the latest version of Android in such a short time.

While Google has made it compulsory for all devices launching with Android Oreo and above to have Project Treble support right out of the box, some manufacturers have decided to not include it when updating older devices to Android Oreo since the latter isn’t compulsory.

Last year, OnePlus announced that its current phones(OnePlus 3/3T, OnePlus 5/5T)  would get updated to Android Oreo but won’t support Project Treble which caused fans to launch a petition. Two months ago, the OnePlus 5 and OnePlus 5T devices running OxygenOS open beta received Project Treble support.

If you own the OnePlus 5 and OnePlus 5T, then you should know that the latest stable version of OxygenOS (version 5.1.5) brings full Project Treble support. The changelog doesn’t actually mention it but you can confirm by installing one of the numerous apps on the Play Store such as Treble Checker to know if it does. Those who have received the update have already confirmed it.

READ MORE: OnePlus 6T to arrive as the company’s first US-carrier backed phone

What the changelog of the new update does mention is August’s security patch and the ability to confirm your phone’s PIN code without tapping the check button. The update is about 1.6GB in size and is rolling out in batches, so be patient if you haven’t received it.

With Project Treble now available, security updates should arrive faster and owners should even receive Android Q when software support ends.

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A new update is rolling out to the OnePlus 5 and OnePlus 5T. The update comes as OxygenOS 5.1.4 and is supposed to improve battery life. It also comes with July’s security patch.

OnePlus has added a toggle under setting called “Sleep Standby Optimisation”. When activated, it shuts down the network when you are asleep which should translate to a longer battery life but also means notifications won’t arrive on your device in time.

“The system intelligently identifies your sleep pattern based on the phone’s usage,” says OnePlus. Just before you wake up, network restrictions are canceled and then your notifications come in.

The toggle is located under battery optimizations under the battery settings menu. You have to tap the three dots at the corner to access Advanced optimization and then the toggle.

READ MORE: OnePlus 6T concept renders feature notch-less display, triple rear cameras, popup selfie shooter and more

OnePlus has also included July’s security patch along with the update. It also brings Group Messaging and improves photo clarity according to the full changelog.

The update is about 1.6GB in size and is rolling out in stages. If you haven’t received it yet, it should arrive over the next few days.

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In order to improve its relationship with its fans, OnePlus started a program called Open Ears Forum. The program is usually hosted in different cities and is an avenue for OnePlus to hear feedback from its fans. It held one in Goa, India recently and at the event, it promised six new features coming to OnePlus devices.

First of its promise is porting the OnePlus 6‘ “selfie portrait mode” to the OnePlus 5 and OnePlus 5T. OnePlus has also promised to keep working on removing the “oil painting effect” plaguing the default camera app on the OnePlus 6.

Another feature coming to OxyegnOS is a night mode or “Dark Theme” for the OnePlus Shelf on the homescreen. Users will also get more accent colors for the theme. OnePlus also promised that the OnePlus Switch App will now have more features including support for desktop backups. The FileDash app for data transfers will also gain support for OnePlus apps. It will also make the app easy to access.

READ MORE: OxygenOS 5.0.4 Brings July Security Patch and Camera Improvement to OnePlus 3/3T

The new features will be baked into OxygenOS and should arrive along with future updates. However, there is no time frame for when any of these features will be available.

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A new update for OnePlus 5 and 5T has been rolled out in the Open Beta program. We are talking about the Open Beta 14 for the first device and the Open Beta 12 for the newest one. They are not big updates but they are still important as they improve the camera quality by trying to fix an annoying issue, and they also bring a new exciting feature.

Starting from the improvements, the update aims at reducing the oil painting effect which has been at the center of complaints in the last period. After this update, photos on the OnePlus 5 and 5T should be clearer in every scenario. Further, the update brings the Google Lens mode to both the handsets. It is possible to download the update either through the stock OTA manager or the Oxygen Updater application.

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Obviously, you can get it only if you adhered to the Open Beta program and it is not a stable and final build. Several betas are being pushed on the OnePlus 5 and 5T in the past few weeks. Among the most important ones, there is the one which recently brought the support to Project Treble which allows for faster updates by dividing the operating system into a core framework and company’s customizations.

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OnePlus has today released its latest versions of the OxygenOS Open Beta for the OnePlus 5 and OnePlus 5T – version 13 for the 5 and version 11 for the 5T. While there latest update bring a few new features and optimizations, the biggest addition is the support for Project Treble.

Project Treble, which was announced ahead of Google I/O 2017, aims to modularize the Android operating system, making it easier for manufacturers to push updates to the software.

The newer version of Android update has been slow from some manufacturers. By separating the vendor HALs from the Android framework and providing a standard interface between the framework and HALs, Google has made it faster for device makers to bring up new versions of Android.

Project Treble support has played a big part to provide early access to the Android P Beta version to non-Google devices like the OnePlus 6, Xiaomi Mi Mix 2S, Sony Xperia XZ2, Nokia 7 Plus, among others.

In terms of other features and improvements in the latest OxygenOS build, it comes with improved launcher experience as the company has now added search tags in the app drawer, introduced a “new installs” category, and an improved app list.

In order to aviod data lose, OnePlus is advising users to flash earlier OxygenOS Open Beta (10 for OnePlus 5T and 12 for OnePlus 5) build before the new update. If you decide to update from the stable version of the system, you have to do a clean flash, clearing cache as well as data from the recovery.

Read More: Upcoming OnePlus 7 Could be One of the First Phones to Support 5G Connectivity

The OnePlus Open Beta builds are available for download from here. If you are already on the Open Beta build, then you’ll will receive an OTA update and won’t have to flash the zip file manually.

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ARCore is Google’s Augmented Reality platform just the way ARKit is Apple’s AR platform. In the last few months, more devices other than Google’s Pixel phones have been added to the list of supported devices. The recent additions include the Xiaomi Mi 8, OnePlus 5T, and Honor 10.

Google released a new version of the ARCore app and a teardown of the APK lists a number of new devices which includes the above-mentioned devices.

Google hasn’t updated the official list of supported devices yet, but if you own any of the phones mentioned below, you can confirm by downloading the ARCore app and an ARCore based app like Just a Line.

The new devices are:

• BQ Aquaris X2
• Honor 10
• LG Q6
• Nokia 6 (first gen)
• Nokia 7 Plus
• OnePlus 5T
• Sony Xperia XZ, Xperia XZs, Xperia XZ2 Compact, Xperia XZ2 Premium
• Xiaomi Mi 8, Mi 8 Explorer Edition

READ MORE: Android P Beta 2 Brings Google Lens, Face Unlock And More To The OnePlus 6

More devices should be added in future since ARCore doesn’t require your phone to have a special hardware to work.

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The international variant of the OnePlus 5 and OnePlus 5T already received the Android 8.1 Oreo update last month. Now it is the turn of the Chinese variants.

This shouldn’t be news anymore but for those who don’t know, the OnePlus phones sold in China run a different Android-based OS called HydrogenOS.

The update comes as HydrogenOS 5.1.0 on both devices and comes in at a little over 1.9GB. For the OnePlus 5T, the update brings full-screen gestures. The remaining features such as dynamic clock icon, automatic folder naming, cloud photo backup, game mode optimization etc. are the same on both devices.

READ MORE: Camera Shootout: OnePlus 6 Vs iPhone X vs Samsung Galaxy S9 vs Google Pixel 2

The OnePlus 5 and OnePlus 5T were both released last year. In a matter of hours, they will be succeeded by the OnePlus 6. It should come with Android 8.1 Oreo out of the box but users can choose to try out the new Android P beta update which was announced for it last week.

OnePlus also released a new update for the Chinese OnePlus 3T last week and includes Face Unlock. There is a chance the international variant will also get the feature soon.

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The May 17 launch date of OnePlus 6 is not far away, and the rumor mill is working hard to reveal fresh leaks on it.  Newly leaked images of what appears to be the real OnePlus 6 handset has appeared. In one of the images, it can be seen besides the Apple iPhone X and in another image is it placed alongside the OnePlus 5T.

In terms of appearance, the notched display enabled OnePlus 6 resembles the OPPO R15 that was earlier this year. When compared to the iPhone X, the OnePlus 6 features a smaller notch as it does include the complex 3D facial recognition sensors. The notch houses an LED notification indicator, a selfie camera and an earpiece.

OnePlus CEO Pete Lau has confirmed in the recent past that the company will be providing an option blacken the display areas on the either sides of the notch to make it appear like a regular. This will make the OnePlus 6 look like the OnePlus 5T with slightly reduced upper and lower bezels.

The bottom edge of the OnePlus 6 features a 3.5mm audio jack, a USB-C slot at the center and an external speaker. The left edge of the OP6 an Alert Slider at the top followed by the volume rocker. None of the images in the new leak showcases the rear side of the smartphone. However, previous leaks have claimed that the OnePlus 6 will be featuring a dual camera setup and a fingerprint scanner on its back panel.

Read More: OnePlus 6 Pricing for India Leaked; Rs. 36,999 (~$557) Could be Starting Price

As far as design is concerned, the OnePlus 6 will be arriving with a glass rear. Also, it is expected to carry certain level of waterproofing too.

What do you think about the appearance of the real OnePlus 6? Share us your views by posting your comments below.

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Xiaomi has recently dethroned Samsung to become the number smartphone brand in India. The Chinese manufacturer was able to grab the number one spot because of the highly popular mid-range Redmi Note and Redmi smartphones. However, Xiaomi is not doing well in the market for premium tier smartphones. Xiaomi CEO Lei Jun had recently claimed that the Mi MIX 2 was not received well by the Indian customers. Fresh information reveals that the premium market was mainly dominated by phones like Samsung Galaxy S9+, Galaxy S9 and OnePlus 5T in the first quarter of this year. This has allowed Samsung to once again lead the premium tier market in India.

According to the latest market survey conducted by Counterpoint Research, the premium tier constitutes only 4 percent of the entire smartphone market in India. It has also stated that Samsung, OnePlus and Apple are the three main phone manufacturers that together account for 95 percent of the premium tier market.

In Q4 2018, Apple had reigned over the premium phones market in India because of phones like iPhone X and iPhone 8 series that were launched in the same quarter. The research firm claims Apple is now pushed to third position in Q1 2018 because of poor demand and increased import taxes that has led to overall volume decline of 55 percent. However, the company has been enjoying consistent sales for older iPhones on Amazon India and Flipkart.

The Samsung Galaxy S9, Galaxy S9+ and Galaxy A8+ smartphones that were unveiled in the first quarter of this year have received good reception in India. Samsung’s popularity in the premium segment buoyed by the arrival of Galaxy S9 duo that has allowed it capture half of the premium market along with a year-on-year growth 16 percent.

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OnePlus is in the second position in the premium market in India. The Chinese brand has shown the most stability as it has been holding to the same position since three consecutive quarters. The OnePlus 5T that was launched in Q4 2017 went on to become the most popular premium phone in Q1 2018. Its limited-edition variants like Lava Red and Star Wars themed model that was exclusively launched in India along with brick-and-mortar sales allowed to remain popular for Galaxy S9, iPhone X, iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus.

The upcoming OnePlus 6 is expected to increase the market share of the company in the premium segment since it has opened new stores and achieved wider brand awareness. Huawei has recently launched the P20 Pro in India and HMD Global has just released Nokia 8 Sirocco in the country. Both the companies are expected to compete with Samsung, OnePlus and Apple in the second quarter of the year.

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OnePlus has recently confirmed that it will be debuting the OnePlus 6 flagship phone on May 17. Today, TrueTech.net has shared the pricing of the 64 GB and 128 GB OnePlus 6 variants. The publication claims that it has received information from a reliable and verified source. Last year, the same source had leaked the accurate pricing of the OnePlus 5 variants before its official announcement.

Leaked information reveals that the 64 GB and 128 GB storage models will be arriving in India with respective pricing of Rs. 36,999 (~$557) and Rs. 39,999 (~$602). Each year OnePlus has been consistently increasing the pricing of its smartphones. The OnePlus 5T that was launched in November was launched with Rs. 32,999 (~$496) pricing for the base model featuring 64 GB of storage and 6 GB of RAM. The 128 GB OnePlus 5T with 8 GB of RAM was made available for Rs. 37,999 (~$572).

The pricing leak of the OnePlus 6 reveals that its base model will be costing Rs. 4,000 (~$60) more than the starting variant of the OP5T. The 128 GB OnePlus 6 will be priced Rs. 2,000 (~$30) more than the highest configuration model of OnePlus 5T. The increased pricing could be because of the new notched enabled full screen design, waterproof glass rear and the highly potent Snapdragon 845.

The publication claims that the source did not reveal any information on the pricing of the 256 GB storage model of the OnePlus 6 that is expected to include 8 GB of RAM. However, it has stated that there is a possibility that OnePlus may launch it alongside its other variants or later.

The latest OnePlus 6 leak does not include the amount of RAM for its 64 GB and 128 GB storage models. Recent leaks have revealed that the 64 GB variant will feature 6 GB of RAM whereas the 128 GB model will be housing 8 GB of RAM.

Read More: OnePlus India Teases the OnePlus 6 Super Slow Motion Video Shooting

OnePlus 6 is confirmed to go official on May 16 in London. On the very next day, the Chinese manufacturer will be launching it in India and China. These regions will be also receive the special OnePlus 6 Marvel Avengers Limited Edition.

Amazon India that will be exclusively selling the OnePlus 6 online has already started receiving the registrations for it. Amazon Prime members will be able to take advantage of the Early Access Sale of OnePlus 6 starting from 12 PM on May 21.

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Double-Tap to Wake is a pretty useful feature found on some phones and it is surprising it hasn’t become a default feature for Android.

The opposite of double-tap to wake is Double-Tap to Lock and even fewer devices with the first feature have the second. OnePlus phones have Double-Tap to Wake but the gesture doesn’t work for locking the phone until now.

In the latest beta update released for the OnePlus 5 and OnePlus 5T, one of the new features included is Double Tap to Lock. Once you get the update, you can activate it under phone settings and a double-tap on the homescreen should lock your device.

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OnePlus has also improved the search history for the app drawer and optimized scanning logic for large files when you use the file manager.

The new features should be bundled with a stable update in future.

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Meizu 15 Plus is finally official: it is the most powerful Meizu flagship phone for this year and it is also one of the best Chinese smartphones alongside the latest flagships released by Huawei, Xiaomi, and OnePlus. In this article, we will compare the specs sheet of Meizu 15 Plus vs OnePlus 5T, a device which has proved to be one of the fastest Android phones ever. With OnePlus 6 around the corner, is it worth waiting for the new model or is OnePlus 5T still better than Meizu’s latest effort?

Let’s find out!

Meizu 15 Plus vs OnePlus 5T

If we talk about design and display, then there’s no challenge: Meizu 15 is miles above. It features a full metal unibody design with stainless paintless and huge attention to details. The phone has been designed by President Jack Wong who personally took care of its development. The display is an outstanding panel: a 5.95-inch screen with the classic 16:9 aspect ratio, Super AMOLED technology, and a Quad HD resolution. It is a bigger display than the one of OnePlus 5T and it also provides higher detail. Further, Meizu 15 Plus has stereo speakers, so it is an excellent phone to watch movies, videos and listen to music. Both Meizu 15 Plus and OnePlus 5T are equipped with top-end hardware, but we think OnePlus 5T will be way faster because of its stock and lightweight Android experience and its wonderful software optimization.

Meizu 15 Plus looks better when it comes to camera department with a low level of noise in low light conditions, stunning details and accurate focus in daylight. There should not be so much difference between the battery lives of these devices. They feature similar capacities and both support fast charging technologies. OnePlus 5T comes with Nougat out of the box (upgradable to Oreo) and no micro SD, while Meizu 15 Plus comes with Flyme 7 based on Nougat which is a highly customized fork with hundreds of additional features.

Meizu 15 Plus has a launch price of $474/€388 in China, while OnePlus 5T starts from €499/$499 globally. Even though OP5T is probably a faster device, we would pick Meizu 15 Plus for its camera performance, aesthetics and multimedia-related specs.

Which one would you pick?

Meizu 15 Plus vs OnePlus 5T: PROS and CONS

Meizu 15 Plus

PROS

• Awesome display
• Stereo speakers
• Elegant design
• Great camera

CONS

• Android Nougat in 2018

OnePlus 5T

PROS

• High performance
• Good camera
• Pretty nice display
• Good price

CONS

• No expansion slot

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Last month, OnePlus’s latest flagship – the OnePlus 5T went out of stock in North America just four months after release. Seeing as OnePlus didn’t restock, it was one of the hints that a successor was going to come early. Now the OnePlus 5T is also out of stock in Europe.

If you head to OnePlus.com, none of the over 25 countries listed has the phone in stock. And it appears that will be the end of it. It is no longer available in India too. The only places where the phone can still be purchased at the moment is Mainland China and Hong Kong.

You can also still purchase it from retailers like O2.

OnePlus says the OnePlus 5T is its best selling smartphone till date. However, a successor is on the horizon and the old has to make way for the new.

READ MORE: OnePlus Migrates Its Website To The New OnePlus.com Domain

OnePlus CEO has revealed that it will partner with Telia in Sweden and Amazon in Germany this year. So the new OnePlus 6 should be available for purchase on the network operator and at the online retail giant in these two countries in addition to the official website.

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A recent leak has revealed that the OnePlus 6 may debut in China on May 5. However, since OnePlus is known for launching its phones in overseas market first prior to announcing in the home market, it is speculated that may launch globally by the end of this month. The OnePlus 5T has already gone out of stock in North America and now the 128 GB OP5T is no longer available for buying in Indian on Amazon.in. Now that the OnePlus 5T is going out of stock in multiple markets, it appears that the unveiling of OnePlus 6 could happen within this month.

Currently, Amazon India is only selling the 64 GB storage + 6 GB RAM variant of the OnePlus 5T with a price tag of Rs. 32,999. However, the 128 GB OnePlus 5T smartphone with 8 GB of RAM that was selling for Rs. 37,999 has gone out of stock. Before launching the OnePlus 5T, the OnePlus 5 phone had gone out of stock in India. Also, before the arrival of OnePlus 5, the OnePlus 3T had gone out of stock. Hence, the disappearance of the 128 GB OP5T seems to be a good hint that the OnePlus 6 may get unveiled soon. As of this writing, OnePlus is yet to confirmed on the launch date of OnePlus 6. Some rumors claim that the OP6 may debut at April end.

Like China, India is expected to receive the OnePlus 6 in three models such as 6 GB RAM + 64 GB storage, 6 GB RAM + 128 GB storage and 8 GB RAM + 256 GB storage. These models that are powered by Snapdragon 845 mobile platform are rumored to be respectively around Rs. 33,999, Rs. 38,999 and Rs, 44,999. India is also expected to receive the OnePlus Bullets Wireless earbuds. However, there are no details available on its pricing.

Read More: OnePlus Migrates Its Website To The New OnePlus.com Domain

Leaked photos of the OnePlus 6 have been already by the rumor mill. The notched display of the phone is expected to deliver around 90 percent screen-to-body ratio. Moreover, its alleged 20-megapixel + 16-megapixel dual camera setup is expected to deliver enhanced photography experience.

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Even though the new generations of Samsung and Apple flagships have been launched, OnePlus 5T remains the fastest smartphone in the market, at least according to a speed test. The famous YouTube channel PhoneBuff has published its nth speed test video. This time, the Chinese flagship has been compared with Samsung Galaxy S9 Plus and iPhone X, the most powerful flagships from Samsung and Apple, respectively. The speed test consisted of opening several apps, then opening the same apps again to verify if there are reloads or the app has been kept open in the background.

While at the first opening iPhone X was the fastest phone among the three flagships, after the complete test, OnePlus 5T won the challenge. The Chinese flagship has completed the speed test in just one minute and 51 seconds. Samsung Galaxy S9 Plus finished at the second place with one minute and 53 seconds, while iPhone X has completed the test in two minutes and 18 seconds. With its stock user interface, OnePlus 5T has beaten Samsung Galaxy S9 Plus and its custom UI, as well as iPhone X and the wonderful iOS optimization.

Given that it took a while for the iPhone X to reload the apps, it seems that the Apple’s flagship has lost the battle because of its limited quantity of RAM (3 GB). The OnePlus 5T used in the video is the configuration with 8 GB of RAM and the octa-core Snapdragon 835 chipset. The Samsung Galaxy S9+ used is the American version with Snapdragon 845 and 6 GB of RAM. Both OP5T and S9+ have a UFS 2.1 internal storage, while iPhone X has an NVMe memory. Among these three devices, OnePlus 5T is the cheapest one. It starts from $499/€499, but note that it is already out of stock in the U.S. and it will be not available to purchase in this country anymore.

RELATED: Could This be the Design of Most Expensive OnePlus 6 Flagship?

It never good to take such tests too seriously as in real life usage, you are hardly going to open so many apps at once. But its good to see that a cheaper and older flagship manages to beat the big players.

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OnePlus 5T, the flagship smartphone of the China-based OnePlus is now no longer available for purchase through the company’s official online store. The company has confirmed that the device is permanently out of stock in North America.

The development comes just after four months of the OnePlus 5T launch. The OnePlus 5T — the successor of the OnePlus 5, was launched in November 2017. This development also comes at a time when there are lots of leaks and rumors surrounding the company’s upcoming flagship smartphone — OnePlus.

According to several reports, the successor of the OnePlus 5T is scheduled to launch in late Q2 2018, most probably in late May or early June.

OnePlus’ Global Marketing Chief and General Manager of North America Kyle Kiang said that every single unit of the OnePlus 5T has been sold out in North America. Last year, OnePlus had witnessed around 139 percent growth in the region, accounting for about 25 percent of the company’ entire online sales.

Recently, a new leak surfaced online revealing specs of the upcoming flagship smartphone. The OnePlus 6 will feature a 6.28-inch Full-HD+ AMOLED display with screen resolution of 2280 x 1080 pixels. The display will have an Apple iPhone X-like notch on the top.

Under the hood, it is expected to be powered by Qualcomm‘s flagship processor — Snapdragon 845 clocked at 2.7GHz, which is powering almost all of the flagship smartphones announced this year. Further, it suggests that the smartphone will pack 6GB RAM with 128GB internal storage. There will be another variant which will have 8GB RAM with 256GB onboard storage and is expected to be priced at $749.

As of the camera department, the OnePlus 6 will feature a dual camera setup and will come with a 16-megapixel primary sensor and a 20-megapixel secondary sensor with a f/1.7 aperture on both lenses. On the front side, the phone will come equipped with a 20-megapixel sensor with f/1.7 aperture.

The smartphone will be running on Android 8.1 Oreo operating system out-of-the-box with the company’s own Oxygen OS custom interface on top. The phone will be fuelled by a 3,450mAh battery and we expect that it will support the company’s own fast charging technology — Dash Charging.

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Earlier leaks surrounding the OnePlus 6 smartphone claimed that it would be arriving with an aluminum body. Some reports suggest that OnePlus’ upcoming flagship device may carry support 3D facial recognition, but it won’t be as sophisticated as Face ID on iPhone X.

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After rolling out Android 8.0 Oreo update for its OnePlus 5 and OnePlus 5T smartphones earlier this year, OnePlus has now started rolling out Android 8.1 Oreo beta update for both the phones.

The OxygenOS Open Beta 6 for the OnePlus 5 and the OxygenOS Open Beta 4 for the OnePlus 5T is now based on Android 8.1 Oreo operating system.

The update is about 1.6GB in size and comes with the Android security patch for February 2018. The update will be available over-the-air (OTA) for those users who have already flashed a previous Open Beta build. However, for those who’ve not flashed Open Beta build, they’ll need to flash this new update manually by downloading it from downloads.oneplus.net.

It also comes with a new call pick-up gesture, enabling users to answer the call by raising the phone. Besides general bug fixes and improvements, the company has added more clock styles for ambient display and has added new optimizations in gaming mode for immersive gaming experience including power saving and pausing adaptive brightness.

For the OnePlus Switch, the company has also added support to migrate application data, allowing users to switch between devices seamlessly. Further, for the OnePlus 5T, the update also brings optimized full-screen gesture support.

Currently, the OnePlus 5T is the flagship smartphone from the China-based company, which was launched in November last year. It comes with a 6.01-inch Full HD+ Optic AMOLED display with an 18:9 aspect ratio and a layer of Corning Gorilla Glass 5 on top.

Under the hood, the phone is powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 processor and is available in two variants — 6GB RAM with 64GB of internal storage and 8GB RAM with 128GB of internal storage. It comes with a 16-megapixel primary sensor at the back, with a wide-angle lens and large f/1.7 aperture.

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Compared to its predecessor OnePlus 5, the secondary telephoto lens on the 5T has now been replaced by a 20-megapixel sensor with f/1.7 aperture for better low-light photography and improved depth-of-field. The phone is powered by a 3,300mAh battery which also supports Dash Charging.

(Sources – 1, 2)

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Roughly three weeks ago, OnePlus released globally the Lava Red OnePlus 5T. Yesterday, the limited edition variant sold out in North America. It is also out of stock in India.

The last embers fade in. The #OnePlus5T Lava Red is officially sold out in North America! Thanks for the amazing support pic.twitter.com/Sg74MvUFkX

— OnePlus (@oneplus) February 22, 2018

In all three countries presently,(US, Canada, and India) users can only purchase the Midnight Black variant of the flagship device.

It is not known how many units were available at launch so as to estimate how quickly they sold out. Nevertheless, since it was a limited edition, it was bound to get out of stock sooner or later.

OnePlus may also not produce more units, so we you advise not to keep your hopes up. However, offering a phone in a single color variant doesn’t provide any option for buyers.

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There is still a good four months or so before the launch of a successor, so there is a chance we might see yet another color variant before the OnePlus 6 launches.

(Source)

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A new exciting giveaway sponsored by model and actress Emily Ratajkowski has just kicked off. OnePlus will give the OnePlus 5T flagship to five lucky couples for free. Each of the 5 couples will get two OnePlus 5T: one for him in the Midnight Black color and one for her in the Lava Red color. The contests is running on Facebook and is only available for people from North America.

To have the chance to win the flagship, the participants need to tag their twin soul, subscribe to OP’s Twitter and Facebook pages, make him/her do the same, and comment the post telling why they should win. The OnePlus 5T contest will officially end on February 22, then the company will draw the five lucky winners.

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It is worth mentioning that OnePlus 5T Lava Red has been released in one only one variant: the most powerful one with 8 GB of RAM and 128 GB of internal storage. Obviously, this version is also the costliest one, it costs €560 in Europe and $560 in USA, and the price of the Midnight Black 8 GB version is exactly the same. Just like the standard version, it comes with the powerful octa-core Snapdragon 835 chipset by Qualcomm, and the rest of the specs sheet remains the same as well.

(Source, Via)

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OnePlus is sure not planning to put a stop to its controversial adverts. The adverts are surely providing publicity for the brand whichever way you look at it. Come to think of it, how many times does a new phone ad get covered in the news?

The latest ad is a familiar one. Familiar to fans of OnePlus from the start as it involves smashing phones. However, unlike the smash your phone contest for the OnePlus One back in 2014, this phone smashing is without the owner’s consent.

In the 98-second video ad, OnePlus wants to prove that the OnePlus 5T is the fastest in the world. So it gets a couple of Londoners who use an iPhone X, iPhone 8, Samsung S8, and the Galaxy Note8 and asks them to perform certain tasks against the 5T. Think of it as a gun duel but with phones instead of guns.

The OnePlus 5T won all the rounds which involved turning on your flash light, playing a song, or taking a picture. At the end, the losers could have simply walked away but OnePlus took things a step further. They smashed the losing phones on the floor!

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This resulted in the contestants getting angry, cursing, and storming off. But it appears it was just a trick as the smashed phones were replicas. The participants got their original phones back and even a brand new OnePlus 5T.

To be fair, this isn’t the most controversial of their ads but it sure won’t be the last.

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