The popular OnePlus 6T smartphone is making headlines for its ability to run the open-source OpenHarmony operating system. Recent progress in flashing the device has enabled it to support both Android 13 and OpenHarmony 4.0 in a dual-boot configuration. The A slot runs Android 13, while the B slot runs OpenHarmony 4.0, and users can switch between the two through recovery mode.

A developer named @AlgoIdeas has demonstrated that the OnePlus 6T can run OpenHarmony 3.2 Beta 5 with a Linux 6.1 kernel. The touch screen is fully functional, and the GPU can be used for acceleration.

The porting of the OpenHarmony 4.0 operating system onto the OnePlus 6T is done by using OpenHarmony 3.2 Beta 5 as the basis for the project. The kernel is based on Linux 6.1 and it also supports OpenHarmony’s mainline 5.10 kernel version. This new development means that OnePlus 6T can now run on both the Android and OpenHarmony operating systems.

The OnePlus 6T is powered by a Snapdragon 845 processor and features a 6.41-inch AMOLED water drop screen with a resolution of 1080P, protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 6. It also boasts an under-screen fingerprint sensor and a 3700 mAh battery. During the launch, OnePlus 6T came with Android 9.0 (Pie) out of the box with OxygenOS 9.0 on top.

The smartphone features a dual-camera setup with a 16MP primary camera and a 20MP secondary camera, both equipped with Sony IMX sensors, enabling users to capture stunning photos and videos with 4K resolution at 60 fps. The smartphone also boasts a 16MP front-facing camera with a Sony IMX 371 sensor, providing crisp and clear selfies.

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Bizarrely, there weren’t any new important launches last week. However, there were lots of interesting happenings. We have complied some of these stories in this article. Before we proceed, we would like you to know that the stories selected here are based on our opinion. Since your picks may vary, we would like to know them. Make sure to mention them in the comment section below.

Top Stories From Last Week

Microsoft to acquire Activision Blizzard for $68.7 billion

Out of nowhere, Microsoft made a huge announcement on January 18. The company has decided to acquire the struggling game studio Activision Blizzard for a whopping $68.7 billion.

For the unaware, Activision Blizzard is the studio behind some of the popular franchises like Call of Duty, Overwatch, World of Warcraft, Candy Crush, and others. If this deal goes through, it will be the biggest acquisition of both Microsoft and in the gaming industry.

Unsurprisingly, the titles from the studio will be offered on Xbox/PC Game Pass. Having said that, it’s not known how Microsoft is planning to solve Activision Blizard’s sexual harassment and discrimination issues.

Samsung quietly announces Exynos 2200 flagship mobile SoC

Samsung was supposed to unveil its new generation of premium mobile SoC called Exynos 2200 on January 11. However, that didn’t happen. But anyway, the company did announce the chipset quietly on January 18.

Interestingly, the press release does not properly mention the specifications of the latest chipset. The only takeaway is that the chip features an AMD RDNA 2 GPU called Xclipse with support for ray tracing and variable rate shading.

The company is yet to officially disclose the SoC’s improvements in performance over its predecessor.

Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2022 event announced for the next Galaxy S

Samsung has officially confirmed to hold the Galaxy Unpacked 2022 even in February. The company has also revealed that it will be debuting the ‘most noteworthy S’ devices ever created.

Though the company has not disclosed, we all know that it will be unveiling the Galaxy S22 lineup. The Galaxy S22 Ultra is expected to merge the Galaxy Note series with the Galaxy S via the introduction of a built-in S Pen. The firm is also anticipated to announce the Galaxy Tab S8 series.

According to an official Instagram ad by Samsung, the event is scheduled for February 9 at 10 AM EST.

MediaTek demos WiFi 7 technology

On January 19, MediaTek made an announcement on the world’s first live demo of WiFi 7 technology. The Taiwanese chipmaker showcased the tech to key customers and industry collaborators.

WiFi 7 will be able to use 320MHz channels, and therefore, it will offer 2.4 times more speed than WiFi 6 and WiFi 6E. MediaTek will offer the tech via its new range of Filogic chips.

Consumer products with WiFi 7 will hit the markets in 2023.

OPPO envisions a future with battery-less IoT devices

Not very long ago, Samsung announced a new version of its eco-friendly SolarCell TV remote control with support for radio wave charging at CES 2022. Last week, OPPO published a research paper on this very same technology with a broader vision.

OPPO says that we can use radio frequency (RF) wave charging technology to create a system of IoT products without batteries. The paper says that the company has successfully built the so-called ‘Zero Power Consumption Communication’ system.

Since Samsung already has a consumer product based on this tech, we think that OPPO’s vision could come true in the near future.

Google Pixel Notepad could be the company’s first foldable smartphone

A report revealed that Google’s first foldable smartphone will be called ‘Pixel Notebook’. That’s not all, this device is also said to cost cheaper than the Galaxy Z Fold3, which is priced at $1,799. Unfortunately, we still don’t have a launch timeline.

According to previous reports, the device may look like an OPPO Fold. It is expected to arrive with Google Tensor (GS101) chipset, up to 12GB RAM/512GB storage, and an outdated main camera.

OnePlus ends software support for OnePlus 6, 6T

The then-popular OnePlus 6 and OnePlus 6T will no longer receive system updates as the brand has officially ended software support for them. The duo was released in 2018 and they currently run OxygenOS 11 based on Android 11.

The OnePlus 6 debuted with Android 8.1 Oreo, and therefore, it has received a total of three Android updates. On the other hand, as the OnePlus 6T hit the markets with Android 9.0 Pie, it has only got two Android updates.

Anyway, users can install Android 12 and upcoming Android releases if they are into custom ROMs.

Upcoming Qualcomm flagship mobile SoC could debut on a Motorola phone

The Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (SM8450) by Qualcomm is the chipmaker’s current latest flagship mobile SoC. This chipset is manufactured by Samsung and it has performance issues due to throttling.

Hence, Qualcomm is said to release a new version (SM8475) of this silicon manufactured by TSMC. According to a well-known tipster, the new one will also debut on a Motorola smartphone, just like the current chip.

MIUI gets a taste of Material You

MIUI 13 does not offer the dynamic theming system called Monet that’s found in Android 12. But last week, the latest MIUI beta build added support for it.

But unfortunately, it appears to be in the development stage. Because it only works with Google applications and not the first-party MIUI apps. Hopefully, Xiaomi implements it well in future beta releases.

Realme ships over 40 million units of number series smartphones

Realme entered the smartphone market with its number series. Ahead of Realme 9i’s launch in India, the brand officially revealed that it had shipped over 40 million units of Realme numbers series smartphones to date.

The Realme number series includes multiple models like vanilla, Pro, i, s, and 5G. Currently, it is in the 9th generation.

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OnePlus has finally pulled the plug in the form of software support for two of its older models, the OnePlus 6 and the OnePlus 6T. The move comes after the upgrade of some newer models in July last year when it released its Updated Software Maintenance Schedule. The schedule promised three major Android upgrades and four years of security upgrades for flagship devices in the OnePlus lineup. However, the new schedule did not affect some older models which were primed for two major OS upgrades and three years of security updates, like the OnePlus 7 series.

Security updates were last provided for the OnePlus 6 and 6T in November 2021that featured the Android Security patches for November 2021. The November 2021 update seems to have been the final update for the devices, as OnePlus has now confirmed. This marks the end of official software support for the two devices. The two models have enjoyed three major updates and more than three years of software updates, with tens of Closed and Open Beta builds, and the company feels that should be sufficient for the model.

The implication of the discontinuation of official software support for the two models should not be seen as the end of the two devices. There is a strong community of third-party developers that will provide the needed support for the devices. That way, a couple of years or more could be gotten from the devices, rather than throwing them off.

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Time flies and it’s been over three years since the OnePlus 6 and OnePlus 6T hit the market. Sure, the devices may not be the champs as they once were, but they still continue to hold quite well against today’s smartphone standards. They were, after all, one of the most value-for-money flagship offerings one could get their hands on.

Both phones have already bagged their final Android OS upgrades and currently run OxygenOS 11 based on Android 11, and are nearing their EOL. Still, OnePlus has clearly not given up on them yet and just pushed OxygenOS update 11.1.2.2 to the OnePlus 6 and OnePlus 6T together – a perfect gift for their owners for the holiday season.

Changelog

• System
  • Improved system stability and fixed known issues
  • Updated Android security patch to 2021.11

No, the update doesn’t bring along any major change or any features, but does bump the security patch level to November 2021. It isn’t the latest anymore but is still better than nothing. The security upgrade is combined with fixes for some known issues and stability improvements, although the official changelog is rather vague and doesn’t really mention what bugs have been fixed.

As always, the update will be rolled out in stages, with few users receiving it today and a broad rollout commencing in a few days after it has been ensured that the build is free from any problems.

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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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Earlier this year, OnePlus promised to deliver the Android 11-based OxygenOS 11 Open Beta update for the OnePlus 6 and the OnePlus 6T by August. The brand surprised everyone by rolling out the first beta build ahead of schedule. Just after three builds, the company has now already started seeding the OxygenOS 11 stable update for these handsets.

We expected OnePlus to deliver the Android 11 stable update for the OnePlus 6 and the OnePlus 6T at the end of 2021. But surprisingly, the brand is rolling it out much earlier.

According to the official announcement post, the OxygenOS 11 stable update for OnePlus’ 2018 flagship smartphones arrives with all the main highlights of the software, including AOD (Always-on Display).

Anyway, like any other OTA system update, this one is also being seeded out in batches. Hence, it could take some time to reach every unit. At the end of the day, all OnePlus 6 and OnePlus 6T users should get the Android 11-based OxygenOS 11 stable update.

Oneplus 6, 6T OxygenOS 11 (Android 11) Stable Update Official Changelog

• System
  • Updated to OxygenOS 11 version
  • Fresh new UI visual design brings you a more comfortable experience with various optimizations of details
  • Since this is a big Android update with multiple new features, the upgrade process might be a little longer, please be more patient.

• Game Space
  • Newly added gaming tools box for convenient switches of Fnatic mode. You can now choose three ways of notifications: text-only, heads up and block, just for your immersive gaming experience
  • Newly added quick reply feature in a small window for Instagram, WhatsApp and Telegram (Enable it by swiping down from upper right/left corners of the screen in gaming mode)
  • Newly added mis-touch prevention feature. Enable it, swipe down from the top of the screen, click and the notification bar will pop out

• Camera
  • Updated the camera UI and optimized some of the function paths to offer more convenient operation

• Ambient Display
  • Newly added Insight clock style, a joint creation with Parsons School of Design. It will change according to the phone usage data (To set: Settings > Customization > Clock on ambient display)
  • Newly added Canvas feature that can automatically draw a wireframe picture based on a lock screen photo on your phone（Path: Settings – Customization – Wallpaper – Canvas – Choose photo preview and it can be generated automatically）

• Dark Mode
  • Added a shortcut for Dark Mode, you can pull down the Quick Settings panel and find it
  • Supported automatically enable by time range (path: Settings – Display – Dark Mode – Turn on automatically – Automatically enable from sunset to sunrise / Custom time range

• Shelf
  • Newly shelf interface design, the interface is clearer
  • Added weather widget, animation effect smarter

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OnePlus rolled out the OxygenOS 11 Open Beta 1 update for the OnePlus 6 and the OnePlus 6T ahead of schedule at the beginning of July. The handset also got the second beta update at the end of the same month. Now, a few days later, the phones have started receiving OxygenOS 11 Open Beta 3 update.

According to the official announcement post on OnePlus Community, the Android 11-based OxygenOS 11 Open Beta 3 update for the OnePlus 6 and the OnePlus 6T arrives with optimizations, improvements, and fixes. In other words, it does not come with any few features.

As per the changelog, the new beta update optimizes background process management to improve battery life. Further, it brings improvements for smoother YouTube video playback and system stability.

Last but not least, it fixes VoWiFi not enabling issue, Work-Life Balance not working when the screen is locked, and other known issues.

The latest Android 11 public beta update for the OnePlus 6 and the OnePlus 6T is being rolled out via OTA for users who are on the previous beta release. Users running the stable build will have to download the appropriate fled and install it manually.

OnePlus 6, 6T OxygenOS 11 Open Beta 3 Official Changelog

• System
  • Optimized background process management mechanism to improve battery life
  • Improved the smoothness of YouTube playing videos
  • Improved system stability and fixed known issues
• Network
  • Fixed the failed issue of enabling VoWiFi
• Work-Life Balance
  • Fixed the issue that the feature doesn’t work when the screen is locked

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OnePlus rolled out OxygenOS 11 Open Beta 1 update for the OnePlus 6 and the OnePlus 6T at the beginning of July. The update was released ahead of schedule. A couple of weeks later, these devices also received a stable update. A week from that, the handsets have now also started receiving OxygenOS 11 Open Beta 2 update.

The OxygenOS 11 Open Beta 2 update for the OnePlus 6 and the OnePlus 6T does not bring any new changes. Instead, it only comes with optimizations, improvements, fixes, and enhancements.

According to the official announcement post on OnePlus Community, the latest public beta build for the OnePlus 6/6T arrives with optimizations for overheating control management of third-party apps, improvements for system stability, and fixes some known issues as well as an issue with captured images not being saved. Last but not least, the new software build also enhances the connectivity of 5GHz WiFi.

This update is available via OTA for users who are already on the previous Open Beta build. Others can download and install it manually from the OnePlus Community.

OnePlus 6, 6T OxygenOS 11 Open Beta 2 Official Changelog

• System
  • Optimized the overheating control management of third-party apps
  • Improved system stability and fixed known issues
• Camera
  • Fixed the issue of captured images can’t be saved
• Network
  • Enhanced the connectivity of 5G Wi-Fi

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OnePlus 6 and OnePlus 6T were the brand’s flagship smartphones of 2018. The handset currently runs OxygenOS 10 based on Android 10. They are eligible for Android 11 but have only received a single public beta build so far. Ahead of the stable release of OxygenOS 11, the devices are now receiving a new maintenance update.

According to an official announcement post on OnePlus Community, the brand has started seeding a new system update for the OnePlus 6 and the OnePlus 6T. This update arrives as OxygenOS 10.3.12.

As per the official changelog, the latest software update bumps up the security patch to July 2021. Apart from that, the new update improves system stability and fixes some known issues.

Like any other OTA software update, the OxygenOS 10.3.12 for the OnePlus 6 and the OnePus 6T is being rolled out in a staged manner worldwide. Therefore, it may take some time to reach every unit.

That said, the upcoming Android 11-based OxygenOS 11 stable build should be the last major system update for these phones. It’s not known when this software build will be rolled out.

OnePlus 6, 6T OxygenOS 10.3.12 Official Changelog

• System
  • Improved system stability
  • Upgrade Android Security Patch to 2021.07
  • Fixed some known issues

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Back in 2007, Crysis had been launched to critical acclaim across the globe. Since its release, the game had been used as a benchmarking tool for PCs for years, and even had a running gag of “But can it run Crysis?” So who would’ve thought that the game that brought most gaming rigs to their knees back in the day can now be run on a OnePlus 6T smartphone.

This bizzare feat was spotted on a YouTube video, on a channel called edi194. The video showcased the smartphone that was launched back in 2018 running Crysis, which was infamous for being graphically demanding. So, this is extremely impressive to say the least. While the game is playable on the smartphone through Windows 11, it isn’t exactly the best experience with the visual fidelity being turned down and the game also facing various frame drops.

This was not the only game the YouTuber managed to run on the OnePlus 6T. Another video on the channel also showcased the handset running Hitman 4: Blood Money as well. The project has also had the person test other PC games as well, thanks to Windows 11 supporting ARM processors. Although, certain titles like Skyrim could not be run on the mobile device.

Notably, this offers us a look at the near future since handheld devices have become increasingly more powerful. Soon, we might see such devices being capable enough of running PC titles. However, this is still a far off dream at the moment, considering most modern AAA titles are quite graphically intensive. But, it does showcase just how capable modern smartphones have become.

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In late April, OnePlus announced that it will be releasing the Android 11-based OxygenOS 11 beta builds for the OnePlus 6 and the OnePlus 6T by late August. At the end of last month, the brand once again re-iterated the same timeline. However, the company has now rolled out the said update ahead of the schedule.

OnePlus has officially announced the release of Android 11-based OxygenOS 11 Open Beta 1 for the OnePlus 6 and the OnePlus 6T on the OnePlus Community. Interested users can download the appropriate file for their device and install it by following the instructions mentioned.

The process will not wipe the device’s internal storage. But yet, the brand recommends backing up the data before proceeding. Users not satisfied with the beta build can roll back to the stable channel by installing the appropriate rollback package. It is worth noting that this process will erase everything on the phone.

The newly released OxygenOS 11 Open Beta 1 for the OnePlus 6 and the OnePlus 6T is purely meant for users who want to try out the upcoming software before the final release. The builds for both smartphones may have bugs, and therefore, OnePlus recommends users to proceed with caution.

Users who have installed this software build will receive the subsequent Open Beta builds via OTA. But for some reason, they will be not getting the final stable release via OTA. Hence, at the end of the Open Beta program, they will have to manually install the stable update.

OnePlus 6/6T OxygenOS 11 Open Beta 1 Official Changelog

• System
  • Updated to OxygenOS 11 version
  • Fresh new UI visual design brings you a more comfortable experience with various optimizations of details
  • Since this is a big Android update with multiple new features, the upgrade process might be a little longer, please be more patient.

• Game Space
  • Newly added gaming tools box for convenient switches of Fnatic mode. You can now choose three ways of notifications: text-only, heads up, and block, just for your immersive gaming experience
  • Newly added quick reply feature in a small window for Instagram, WhatsApp, and Telegram (Enable it by swiping down from upper right/left corners of the screen in gaming mode)
  • Newly added mistouch prevention feature. Enable it, swipe down from the top of the screen, click and the notification bar will pop out

• Camera
  • Updated the camera UI and optimized some of the function paths to offer a more convenient operation

• Ambient Display
  • Newly added Insight clock style, a joint creation with Parsons School of Design. It will change according to the phone usage data (To set: Settings > Customization > Clock on ambient display)
  • Newly added Canvas feature that can automatically draw a wireframe picture based on a lock screen photo on your phone（Path: Settings – Customization – Wallpaper – Canvas – Choose photo preview and it can be generated automatically）

• Dark Mode
  • Added a shortcut for Dark Mode, you can pull down the Quick Settings panel and find it
  • Supported automatically enable by time range (path: Settings – Display – Dark Mode – Turn on automatically – Automatically enable from sunset to sunrise / Custom time range)

• Shelf
  • Newly shelf interface design, the interface is clearer
  • Added weather widget, animation effect smarter

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Windows 11 was announced last week, and while it won’t begin rolling out to users until later this year, Microsoft has released a preview for insiders. Since that happened, we have seen the new operating system get ported to a number of devices it wasn’t designed for. The latest device to get the Windows 11 treatment is the OnePlus 6T.

The OnePlus 6T was released in 2018 and runs Android. Interestingly, some developers have been able to install Windows 11 on the phone, thanks to the ARM64 build released for Windows on ARM devices.

As reported by XDA Developers, those behind this interesting feat are the developers behind the Renegade Project, and they have made a video showing how they got Windows 11 running on the phone which was originally running Windows 10. You can watch the 13-minute long video below.

It has been reported that among the features that they got partially working include the touchscreen, the USB, and GPU, while Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and audio out via the speaker didn’t work. That is understandable considering Windows 11 wasn’t designed to run on the phone.

The team of developers have also got some PC games running on the phone such as Crysis, Counter-Strike Global Offensive, Mafia, Need For Speed Most Wanted, and GTA IV. They have put together a spreadsheet to show the list of games they tried and it also includes the resolution and frame rate of those that worked successfully.

In just a few days, we have seen Windows 11 get ported to the Xiaomi Mi 8 and the Lumia 950 XL. What device do you want to see the OS run on next? Let us know in the comment box.

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At the end of April, OnePlus revealed that it will be releasing the Android 11 beta update for the OnePlus 6 and the OnePlus 6T in late August. Two months later, the brand once again reiterates the same timeline after numerous queries from users on social media.

According to a report by PiunikaWeb, OnePlus 6 and OnePlus 6T users are actively enquiring the brand regarding the Android 11-based OxygenOS 11 update for their smartphones on social media.

The official OnePlus Support Twitter account recently replied to one of these queries. As per that tweet, the company will be rolling out the Android 11 (OxygenOS 11) Open Beta update for the OnePlus 6 and the OnePlus 6T at the end of August. This goes in line with a previous timeline provided by the brand.

This means the Android 11 update for the OnePlus 6/6T is not delayed. But anyway, the update will be still arriving a year after Google unveiled Android 11 last year.

Above all, the stipulated timeline is only for beta builds. Hence, the final stable build may take more time depending on bugs. In a nutshell, we can expect the update to reach every unit by the end of this year.

With OnePlus’ merger with OPPO, the brand is anticipated to improve its software support. Hence, the current-gen OnePlus branded smartphones may not face slower update rollout in the future.

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Update (May 26)

The May 2021 security update is now rolling out to OnePlus Nord N10 5G as well. The update comes with build numbers OxygenOS 10.5.13 (EU) and OxygenOS 10.5.14 (Global) respectively.

Unlike the other two handsets, this update for OnePlus Nord N10 5G also brings improvements for network performance.

OnePlus Nord N10 5G OxygenOS 10.5.13 / 10.5.14 Official Changelog

• System
  • Fixed known issues and improved system stability
  • Updated Android security patch to 2021.05
• Network
  • Improved network performance

Original Story

OnePlus is rolling out a new system update for its 2018 flagship smartphone and its most affordable 2020 budget smartphone. These devices are none other than the OnePlus 6/6T and the OnePlus Nord N100. For the former, the latest update arrives as OxygenOS 10.3.11. Whereas, for the latter, the update is called OxygenOS 10.5.8 (NA) / 10.5.10 (EU).

The latest system update for OnePlus 6, OnePlus 6T, and OnePlus Nord N100 do not bring any new features. Instead, the only update comes with May 2021 security patches, fixes for some known issues, and improvements for system stability.

Anyway, at least these devices are receiving security patches. Hopefully, the new builds don’t introduce new bugs and issues. As far as the availability of this update is concerned, it is being rolled out in batches. Hence, it may take some time to reach every unit.

As far as Android 11 is concerned, OnePlus has confirmed to release OxygenOS 11 Open Beta for the OnePlus 6 and the OnePlus 6T in August. However, interested users can already experience last year’s Android version by installing LineageOS 18.1.

On the other hand, OnePlus is yet to officially reveal the availability of the Android 11 update for the OnePlus Nord N100. But what we know is that it will be the only major software update for this handset.

OnePlus 6, 6T, Nord N100 OxygenOS 10.3.11 / 10.5.8 / 10.5.10 Official Changelog

• System
  • Updated Android security patch to 2021.05
  • Fixed known issues and improved system stability

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Late last month, OnePlus revealed that Android 11-based OxygenOS 11 Open Beta for the OnePlus 6 and the OnePlus 6T will be released by the end of August. That means the stable update for these smartphones could be arriving after Android 12 goes official. But thankfully, power users of these devices can experience Android 11 right away.

At the end of March, LineageOS 18.1 based on Android 11 went official. The new version of the popular custom ROM brought Android 11 to 76 devices at launch.

Now, more than a month later, developers have released official nightly builds for the OnePlus 6 and the OnePlus 6T. Hence, interested users can try Android 11 on their smartphones without waiting till August for OxygenOS 11 Open Beta.

In order to install LineageOS 18.1, users will have to unlock the bootloader of their phone. Followed by that, they will have to replace the stock OnePlus recovery with a custom recovery like TWRP.

Once done, all they have to do is download the latest available nightly build from the LineageOS official website and install it via custom recovery. Additionally, they will have to install GApps package like OpenGApps for Google apps and services.

Unfortunately, custom ROMs are not for everyone. Hence, if you don’t have any prior experience, it’s better to wait for the official Android 11 update from OnePlus later this year.

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OnePlus used to be known for its speedy updates but in the past year, the manufacturer has struggled to update its devices. Following the release of the update for the OnePlus 7/7T series, it should be the turn of the OnePlus 6 and OnePlus 6T but based on a new report, the stable update may arrive well after Android 12 has been released.

According to an official forum post, actually an OxygenOS Monthly FAQ, it was revealed that the Open Beta version for the OnePlus 6 and OnePlus 6T is scheduled to be released by the end of August. That is four months from now!

Based on this info, we do not expect a stable update will be released until late October at the earliest and by then Android 12 will already have been announced and probably even begun rolling out to eligible devices. This is definitely sad news for owners of these two devices who have been anticipating this update.

The OnePlus 6 and OnePlus 6T launched with Android 8 Oreo and Android 9 Pie respectively. So for the former, this is its third major OS upgrade and most likely its last. For the OnePlus 6T, this will be its second OS upgrade.

OnePlus’ recent attitude to updates may dissuade prospective customers as well as cause current ones to switch to another brand.

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Late last month, OnePlus rolled out a new system update for the OnePlus 6 and the OnePlus 6T. A month later, these old smartphones are receiving another OTA update. The latest firmware for the brand’s yesteryear flagship devices comes with build number OxygenOS 10.3.10.

OnePlus is rolling out a new system update for the OnePlus 6 and the OnePlus 6T from 2018. The new update arrives with firmware version OxygenOS 10.3.10.

The announcement post on OnePlus Community only lists two changes. According to the official changelog, this new update bumps up the security patch level to April 2021.

Apart from this month’s security patches, the latest system update for these smartphones also brings fixes for known issues and improves system stability.

OnePlus 6/6T OxygenOS 10.3.10 Official Changelog

• System
  • Updated Android Security Patch to 2021.04
  • Fixed known issues and improved system stability

Like any OTA system update, the OxygenOS 10.3.10 update for the OnePlus 6 and the OnePlus 6T is being rolled out in batches worldwide. Hence, the build may take some time to reach every user.

Lastly, it is worth noting that although these two phones are eligible for Android 11 (OxygenOS 11), OnePlus is yet to release any beta build for them.

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OnePlus is rolling out a new system update for its 2018 flagship smartphones – OnePlus 6 and OnePlus 6T. This update comes with build number OxygenOS 10.3.9 and does not bring any new features.

The OxygenOS 10.3.9 update for the OnePlus 6 and the OnePlus 6T bumps up the security patch level to February 2021. Further, it also brings an updated GMS (Google Mobile Services) package – December 2020.

As per the changelog, the latest update also comes with fixes for some known issues, Lastly, it is also said to improve system stability.

OnePlus 6/6T OxygenOS 10.3.9 Official Changelog

• System
• • Updated Android Security Patch to 2021.02
  • Updated GMS package to 2020.12
  • Fixed known issues and improved system stability

The new update for the OnePlus 6 series is being rolled out in batches across the world. Hence, it may take time to reach every user.

That said, OnePlus has so far only updated three of its devices (OnePlus 8 series, OnePlus Nord) to Android 11 (OxygenOS 11). Whereas, four other models (OnePlus 7 and 7T series) are currently receiving Open Beta builds.

The brand is yet to release OxygenOS 11 Open Beta builds for the OnePlus 6/6T, OnePlus Nord N10 5G, and OnePlus Nord N100.

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The OnePlus 6 and OnePlus 6T are among the OnePlus devices that will get the Android 11 update. However, while other devices such as the OnePlus 7/7T series have received an Open Beta update, the OnePlus 6/6T are yet to. Nevertheless, there is a new update for both devices that bring January 2021’s security patch.

The update is rolling out to both phones as OxygenOS 10.3.8 but to a limited number of users at first. Along with the security patch, the update also brings the India-exclusive OnePlus Store app. Below is the full changelog:

System updates

• Updated MemberShip to 1.2.0.2
• Updated Android Security Patch to 2021.01
• Updated GMS package to 2020.09

OnePlus Store

• An intuitive and convenient way to manage your OnePlus account, get easy-to-access support, discover exciting members-only benefits, and shop for OnePlus products. (Please note that it can be uninstalled)

There is still no news yet regarding when the OnePlus 6 and OnePlus 6T will get OxygenOS 11 but we expect the update to arrive after the OnePlus 7/7T series receive their stable update which should arrive in February.

The OnePlus 6 and OnePlus 6T were released in 2018. They are both powered by the Snapdragon 845 processor, have 16MP+20MP dual rear cameras, and 16MP front-facing cameras. Both phones launched with Android

The OnePlus 6 has a 6.28-inch FHD+ screen with a wide notch for the selfie camera. It also has a 3300mAh battery, 20W fast charging, and launched with Android 8.1 Oreo out of the box. Thus, Android 11 will be its last major OS upgrade.

The OnePlus 6T has a larger 6.41-inch screen with a smaller waterdrop notch. It also has a bigger 3700mAh battery and launched with Android 9 Pie out of the box which means Android 11 will be its second OS upgrade.

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OnePlus launched the OnePlus 6, and OnePlus 6T flagship devices in 2018 with Android 8.1 Ore and 9 Pie respectively. The handsets, which later got the Android 10, are receiving a new update from yesterday. The OxygenOS 10.3.7 update brings the latest security patch, Game Space features, and more.

The details of the new OxygenOS 10.3.7 update for OnePlus 6/6T have been posted on OnePlus’ official forums(via XDA). Accordingly, the update, which weighs about 224MB in size, brings the latest November 2020 security patch. That said, the update also brings fixes to notifications, screenshots, and features to Game Space. Precisely, you get new gaming tools in Fnatic mode, a quick reply feature, and more. You can take a look at the entire changelog below:

• System
  • Newly added “Hide silent notifications in status bar” feature to filter unimportant notifications, making the app notification management easier( Route: Settings>Apps & Notifications> Notifications> Advanced> Hide silent notifications in status bar )
  • Fixed the small probability issue that Screenshot may fail
  • Updated Android Security Patch to 2020.11
  • Improved system stability and fixed general bugs

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• Game Space
  • Newly added gaming tools box for convenient switches of Fnatic mode. You can now choose three ways of notifications: text-only, heads up, and block, just for your immersive gaming experience
  • Newly added quick reply feature in a small window for WhatsApp and INS (Enable it by swiping down from upper right/left corners of the screen in gaming mode)
  • Newly added mistouch prevention feature. Enable it, swipe down from the top of the screen, click and the notification bar will pop out.

If we recall, the company rolled out an OxygenOS 10.3.6 update last month. However, it had very few changes, unlike the latest update. Anyway, both the OnePlus 6 and 6T, as mentioned above are flagships from 2018. Hence, it will be interesting to see if they get an Android 11 update sometime in the future although I feel it’s unlikely.

That said, the OTA is a staged rollout, and hence expect it to take a few days before it reaches you. If you are someone who has either of these devices, you can check for OTA notification in Settings->Sytem-> System Updates to update them.

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OnePlus has started rolling out a new update for the OnePlus 6/6T. The new update brings the September 2020 Android security patch along with a few other improvements.

The latest update from OnePlus for the OnePlus 6 and OnePlus 6T is the OxygenOS 10.3.6. Accordingly, the full OTA package is about 1.75GB, and 1.84GB for the former and latter. The changelog for the update is as follows:

• System
  • improved system stability and Fix general bugs.
  • Update Android security patch- September 2020(2020.09)

If we recall, OnePlus rolled out a similar OxygenOS 10.3.5 update back in August. The update introduced features like OnePlus Buds support, optimizing RAM management, and July security patch.  Also, an earlier 10.3.4 update brought Epic Games(India only), Work-Life balance, etc. Besides, both the OnePlus 6 and 6T, which are already two years old, launched with Android 8.1 Oreo and 9 Pie respectively. Hence, it will be interesting to see if both the devices get an Android 11 update sometime in the future.

Coming back, the update is reportedly rolling out(via XDADevelopers) in a phased manner. It refers to an initial rollout for limited users. And, after ensuring the update doesn’t have any crazy bugs, OnePlus will eventually roll it out to all the users. If you are someone who has either of these devices, you can check for OTA notification in Settings->Sytem->System Updates to see if you are one of those lucky ones. Else, if you are impatient, you can download the OTA packages from below:

OTA package:

• OnePlus 6
• OnePlus 6T.

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OnePlus recently pushed a new OxygenOS update to the OnePlus 8 and OnePlus 8 Pro which delivered the security patch for the month of July The update which ushers in OxygenOS 10.3.5 also brings support for OnePlus Buds, the company’s first TWS earphones.

OnePlus has also pushed the latest update to the OnePlus 6 and 6T. The new build brings the July 2020 Android security patch and OnePlus Buds support. The update also bumps up the GMS package level to May 2020.

The update log shows that the RAM management has been optimised and the models get fixes for a few bugs. Here’s the complete changelog.

System

• Optimized RAM management
• Newly adapted OnePlus Buds, easier to take advantage of wireless connection
• Fixed the crash issue when browsing on Chrome
• Fixed the black screen issue when opening logkit
• Improved system stability and fixed general bugs
• Updated Android Security Patch to 2020.07
• Updated GMS package to 2020.05

The update will be pushed via OTA and weighs around 250MB in size. OnePlus hints that the rollout will be in batches, first to a few users and where no critical bugs are reported, the rollout will be expanded.

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Earlier in April, OnePlus dropped OxygenOS Beta support for OnePlus 6 / 6T ahead of OnePlus 8 series launch Now, these two handsets are receiving OxygenOS 10.3.4 stable update with May 2020 security patch, some bug fixes, and new features.

The latest stable update for OnePlus 6 and OnePlus 6T is similar to the OxgenOS 10.3.3 / 10.0.11 that is being currently rolled out to OnePlus 7 / 7T series.

The new build brings May 2020 security patch and updated OnePlus launcher (v4.1.6). It also improves system stability and fixes some general bugs.

Further, the update also fixes the issues with default country in assisted dialling when SIM2 is in roaming state. Additionally, it also adds Work-Life Balance and Epic Games Store for Indian variants of the handsets.

That being said, here’s the official changelog of OxygenOS 10.3.4 stable update for OnePlus 6 and OnePlus 6T.

• System
• • • Updated launcher version to 4.1.6
    • Updated Android Security Patch to 2020.05
    • Improved system stability and fixed general bugs

• Phone
• • Fixed the issue with default country in assisted dialing when SIM2 is in roaming state
  • Newly added Work-Life Balance to help prioritize notifications and allocate time wisely (India only)
  • Newly added Epic Games in Game Space (India only)

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The OnePlus 6 series debuted in the year 2018 with now ubiquitous glass design ditching the metal exterior from the previous generations. The OnePlus 6T was also one of the first mainstream smartphones to feature an in-display fingerprint sensor. Like any other OnePlus smartphones, this duo has been receiving OxygenOS Open Beta updates. Sadly, good times don’t last forever as the company has officially dropped support for these smartphones.

The OnePlus 6 and OnePlus 6T will continue to get stable maintenance and platform updates from time to time. But it will no longer receive OxygenOS Open Beta builds in order to accommodate newly launched OnePlus 8 series in the program.

The last update build for these phones was OxygenOS Open Beta 6, which was released earlier this month and had the following changes.

• Now unlock the LockBox without any problems in File Manager
• No more crashes in the Launcher with apps in full-screen display
• Got rid of blank screens while clearing up the background apps
• Updated Android Security Patch to 2020.03

Now, as these devices are kicked out of the program, OnePlus has provided a rollback OxygenOS 10.3.2 stable build for them. OnePlus 6 / 6T users can download it from the link provided below and install it as usual. However, do note that this will format your storage and hence make sure to backup your data before proceeding.

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OnePlus is pushing out OygenOS Open Beta 6 to the OnePlus 6  and OnePlus 6T users. The update bumps up the security patch level to March 2020 and brings new features like work-life balance, Zen Mode v1.5.0, and a number of optimizations and bug fixes.

Just like any other OxygeOS update, the new Open Beta 6 for OnePlus 6 and OnePlus 6T comes in two flavours – an incremental OTA and a full OTA. You can download it from the link provided at the end of this post.

The new update does not bring many changes to the devices as OnePlus is all set to unveil the OnePlus 8 series. We expect the new set of OxygenOS features such as AOD (Always-on Display) to debut on the new phones. Hopefully, the company will make some of them available for the old devices as well. Until then, Open Beta 6 is the latest update for Oneplus 6 / 6T and the same could be rolled out as a stable update in the coming days.

Here’s the official changelog provided by OnePlus for the OxygenOS Open Beta 6 on OnePlus 6 / OnePlus 6T.

• Now unlock the LockBox without any problems in File Manager
• No more crashes in the Launcher with apps in full-screen display
• Got rid of blank screens while clearing up the background apps
• Updated Android Security Patch to 2020.03

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It is happening for the first time that OnePlus resumed a single update for the fourth time. OnePlus started Android 10 rollout for OnePlus 6/6T a few months ago, but some issues kept arising and the company has to put it on hold multiple times. Precisely, the company has stopped rollout thrice due to several problems. Moving forward, the company has resumed the update for the fourth time.

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The users are a bit reluctant to install the update and are waiting for some insights before proceeding. We also recommend waiting for some days before pulling the final plugs to install the Android 10 on OnePlus 6/6T.

The new Android 10 update build should be more stable than the previous ones. OnePlus should have tweaked with various fixes and improvements for a bug-free experience. The changelog is as follows:

System

• Fixed the issue with a black screen appearing after unlocking the device using fingerprint
• Fixed the issue with the animation logo while rebooting the device
• Fixed the issue with device heating up while charging
• Fixed the random disconnection issue with 5Ghz Hotspot
• Improved system stability and fixed general bugs
• Updated Android security patch to 2019.12

Camera

• Optimized the image preview time in the Pro mode
• Fixed the camera crash issue

Gallery

• Fixed the issue with videos and images not displaying in Gallery

We hope the recent build would sail-through all the obstacles that are being faced by OnePlus 6/6T.

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OnePlus is rolling out the latest update for its 2018 flagship series, the OnePlus 6 series. It includes the OnePlus 6 and 6T which are receiving the OxygenOS 10.3.1 update which brings minor fixes and Android security patch updates.

OnePlus has always been one of the first to update its smartphone offerings when a major Android OS version launches. Its quick adoption has been one of its strong suits that its userbase greatly appreciates. However, looking back at the OnePlus 6 series, the updates are prompt but have been rolled back multiple times now.

Previously, the company had attempted to bring Android 10 OS to its 2018 flagship lineup on three separate occasions. Multiple issues had led to the initial OTA updates being rolled back, so a quick update isn’t necessarily a stable one. Now, the company has rolled out another update that brings the December 2019 Android security patch alongside a few minor fixes as listed below.

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OxygenOS 10.3.1 for OnePlus 6/6T changelog

• System
  • Fixed the issue with a black screen appearing after unlocking the device using a fingerprint
  • Fixed the issue with the animation logo while rebooting device
  • Fixed the issue with device heating up while charging
  • Fixed the random disconnection issue with 5Ghz hotspot
  • Improved system stability and fixed general bugs
  • Updated security patch to 2019.12
• Camera
  • Optimized the image preview time in the Pro mode Fixed the camera crash issue
• Gallery
  • Fixed the issue with videos and images not displaying in the gallery

The latest update is being released in a staggered manner and will be received by a limited number of users first and then be available to a wider userbase. For those that wish to check if they have received the update. Go to Settings>System>System Updates.

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Back in November 2019, OnePlus started rolling out Android 10 OS updates for the OnePlus 6 and 6T smartphones. The update brought the major OS update alongside a new gesture navigation system, a number of software related improvements and features.

Historically, OnePlus has managed to stay ahead with the update schedules in comparison to other major smartphone manufacturers. However, it does not always translate to a smooth transition. For example, OnePlus 7 and 7T were the first to receive Android 10 but were riddled with bugs and issues, which were fixed shortly after with hotfixes.

After the current generation of flagship series, OnePlus 6 and 6T (the flagship from 2018) from last year was the next in line for the update. The initial roll out was back in November 2019 but also suffered from bugs and was rolled back due to customer complaints. Thus, it led to the second release which was in December but that too was not polished enough. So, third times the charm as the company is again making its latest attempt of the same.

OnePlus’ quick and appropriate response is a good indicator of the company’s flexibility and adaptability. In a market where only a few devices won’t receive the latest Android even after Android 11 (R) is announced, quick responsiveness is a rare thing. But rather than a rapid update schedule, a functional update is likely to be more of a priority for most users.

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Changelog for OnePlus 6 and 6T Updates:

System

• Updated system to Android 10
• Brand new UI for Android 10
• Fixed the automatic reboot issue
• Added the notch area display option in the Settings (Settings > Display > Notch display > Hide the notch area)
• Fixed the issue with lock screen appearing even after unlocking the device with the password
• Fixed the issue with Navigation bar after upgrade
• Fixed the Digital wellbeing option missing in the settings
• Updated Android security patch to 2019.11
• Full Screen Gestures
• Added inward swipes from the left or right edge of the screen to go back
• Added a bottom navigation bar to allow switching left or right for recent apps

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Last month, in November, OnePlus started rolling out the latest Android 10 update for its OnePlus 6 and 6T smartphones. But soon after that, the company had to start the update rollout because of several issues.

The company had then announced that the issued will be fixed and the company will soon begin the rollout of the new stable update. Well, it seems that the company is now all set to do so as it has fixed the issues in just one month.

So, OnePlus has now once again started rolling out the latest Android 10 OS-based OxygenOS 10.1.0 update for the OP6 and OP6T smartphones. This update doesn’t bring any new features compared to the OxygenOS 10.0 but fixes a number of issues that were present with the original update.

The security patch version you get with this new update is of October and the company has also fixed the fingerprint recognition issue. Further, the animation lag for fingerprint unlock has also been fixed as well as the automatic reboot issue that some users experienced.

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The company has also improved the camera performance on the devices along with fixing several known issues. Further, the company has also mentioned in the changelog that it has fixed the 5GHz Wi-Fi connectivity issue.

As with most updates, this one too will be rolled out in phases. While a small number of users will get the update in the initial days, and if no issues are reported, the company will make it available for a larger set of users and should be available for everyone in a week.

If you cannot wait for the update to arrive, you can find full zip download links for OxygenOS 10.0.1. To install the update manually, you’ll need to download ZIP file to the root folder, and then update via the Settings of the device. However, we’d recommend you to wait for the OTA update.

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Do you own a OnePlus 6 or OnePlus 6T smartphone? Then you should head to phone settings to check for an update as OnePlus has begun rolling out a stable Android 10 update to both devices.

The update arrives as OxygenOS 10.0 to both phones and it began rolling out today. With the new update, you get a new user interface, game space, and Android 10 features such as Share Wi-Fi which allows you to connect to a WiFi network by simply scanning a QR code. There is also new customization available for notifications that allows you to set which notifications are silent and which alert you. OnePlus says the option to hide the notch is not available with this version.

Below is the full changelog for the update:

System

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

Full-Screen Gestures

• Added inward swipes from the left or right edge of the screen to go back.
• Added a bottom navigation bar to allow switching left or right for recent apps.

Game Space

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

Contextual Display

• Intelligent info based on specific times, locations and events for Ambient Display (Settings – Display – Ambient Display – Contextual Display).

Message

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

As expected, this is a staged roll-out, so if the update is not available yet on your device, you will have to wait until it arrives. OnePlus adds that using a VPN to download the update may not work as it is not rolling it out based on regions but to a limited number of random devices first.

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The OnePlus 6 and OnePlus 6T are next in line to get Android 10 following the arrival of the stable update for its successors, the OnePlus 7 and Oneplus 7 Pro. The 2018 flagships are now getting their first taste of Android 10 via a new beta update.

The update was released early today for both devices. Below is the full changelog:

System

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

Full-Screen Gestures

• Added inward swipes from the left or right edge of the screen to go back.
• Added a bottom navigation bar to allow switching left or right for recent apps.

Game Space

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

Smart Display

• Intelligent info based on specific times, locations and events for Ambient Display (Settings -> Display -> Ambient Display -> Smart Display).

Message

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

The update is available for the unlocked carrier versions of both phones. If you intend to install the update, OnePlus says you should make sure your battery level is above 30% and have a minimum of 3GB of available storage space.

If you wish to rollback to the Android Pie, OnePlus says that it will possible by installing the rollback package. However, the links to the rollback package have not been published yet.

Since this is beta software, there may be issues, so you should only install if you are fine with that. One user on the OnePlus forum by the name of B-Wrath was kind enough to explain if you will experience data loss if you decide to install the beta update. Below is a summary:

• No data loss if you currently run Android Pie open beta and install the Android 10 open beta.
• No data loss if you currently run Android Pie stable and install the Android 10 open beta.
• No data loss if you currently run Android 10 Developer preview and install the Android 10 open beta.
• You will experience loss of data if you decide to roll back from the Android 10 open beta to Android Pie stable or Android Pie open beta.

For those willing to wait for the stable version, you should get that in November according to OnePlus’s release schedule.

You can download the beta update for the OnePlus 6 here and the beta update for the OnePlus 6T here.

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When it comes to providing latest Android updates, Chinese smartphone maker, OnePlus is usually one of the first ones to seed both beta and finalised version to its devices. Falling in line with the same stratergy, the company has pushed the latest version of HydrogenOS based on Android 10 beta for device owners of OnePlus 6T in China.

Some of you might be confused and wondering, “wasn’t the OnePlus’ custom skin called OxygenOS?”. Let me tell you that you are right but only partially. OnePlus smartphones shipped outside of its home country are skinned with OxygenOS that has a very stock Android-like experience. In contrast, the units sold in China run on HydrogenOS. It is similar to OxygenOS but offers a deeper level of customization which is developed while keeping the usage habits and demand of local customers.

Coming back to the Android 10 beta update, the latest version of HydgrogenOS brings a wide variety of changes to the OnePlus 6T which are listed below:

System

• Update to Android 10 version
• New UI design, light and smooth operation experience, more details, etc.
• Added location management permissions to support only when using the app
• New personalized settings experience, support for icon shape changes applied to shortcut settings

Full screen gesture

• Added bottom bar to support left and right slide bar switching app experience

Game space

• A new game space that automatically brings together your favorite games for a smooth game acceleration experience

Information display

• Supports displaying weather, schedule, music and other information based on the scene display screen (Setting – Display – Information Display – Scene Information)

SMS

• Add SMS keyword blocking to help you avoid harassing SMS interruptions (information – interception record – harassment interception settings – SMS keyword interception)

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Update Method

Installing the latest HydrogenOS based the OnePlus 6T can be done via two methods which are listed below:

1. OTA update: This option can only be availed by users whose OnePlus 6T is currently running on the beta version of Android Pie. In order to update to the latest beta firmware, navigate to settings and search for updates. The device will prompt with the “install” option once the package has been downloaded from OnePlus servers. This is a fairly simple process and any data stored on the phone will not be erased.
2. Manual Update: If you are not running the beta version which most users do not, the process is little more complex but it can be done by following the steps below[Note: Before installing the update make sure to extract any important files such as documents or videos. As the update package will wipe the phone memory resulting in loss of all the data packets.]

• Download the update package here. (size: 2.28 GB)
• Copy the ROM upgrade package to the root directory of the phone.
• Navigate to Settings -> System Upgrade -> Top right icon -> Local upgrade -> Click on update package you just downloaded -> Upgrade now -> System upgrade is complete.
• Select restart

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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 6 and OnePlus 6T are getting a new update that brings new features, optimizations, and fixes. The update arrives as OxygenOS 9.0.8 for the OnePlus 6 and OxygenOS 9.0.16 for the OnePlus 6T.

Some of the new features both phones get in the new update include DC Dimming, Fnatic Mode, and new Zen Mode features. The update also brings August’s security patch. Below is the complete changelog:

System

• Optimized pocket mode.
• Fixed an issue with apps failing to respond.
• Fixed an issue to unlock apps successfully using fingerprint when the screen recorder is turned on.
• Added Quick reply in landscape mode (Settings – Utilities – Quick reply in landscape).
• Android security patch updated to 2019.08.
• General bug fixes and stability improvements.

Launcher

Added password settings for Hidden Space.

Gaming Mode

• Introduced brand new Fnatic mode for an immersive gaming experience. More surprises on the way.

Zen Mode

Added additional Zen mode features.

OnePlus Laboratory

• Added the DC dimming feature.

Communication

• Support VoLTE/VoWiFi for Bouygues.

The update is under 400MB for both phones according to those who have received it. OnePlus says it is rolling it out in stages, so if you don’t receive a notification now, it should arrive in a few days.

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Android Q Developer Preview 4 is now rolling out to OnePlus 6/6T and OnePlus 7/7Pro devices right now, right off the back of the third recent Android Q test download.

Unlike the Open beta programme which updates and upgrades via OTA download, you need to sideload and install the update files even if you are already enrolled in the Developer Preview programme. Installing does give OnePlus owners the opportunity to test-drive Android Q as it evolves ahead of a full release in the coming months.

It’s worth noting that no official announcement has yet been made over on the Official OnePlus Forums. Instead, the download files have been spotted then reported by several commenters in a thread discussing Preview 3, with the download files now being shared within the thread.

The changelog doesn’t uncover a great deal of what is new. Instead, it just lists ‘System functions improvements’ as the core addition. This likely means that there are quite a few fixes with this update — which is kind of expected given that this a ‘preview’ build after all.

It’s worth noting that OnePlus has also listed some of the issues and problems you may face by installing and running the Q Developer Preview 4 on your OnePlus phone. Some of those include stability issues, app compabibility problems, fingerprint scanner recognition being reset, and Google Pay not working correctly.

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OnePlus is always known for its hardware and the enhanced user experience. However, despite being among the best OEMs in maintaining the software – OxygenOS, it also carries some pitfalls. The OxygenOS falls short of some new and fancy features that the Pixel and some other devices carry. OnePlus always ensures bug-free experience before introducing any new feature on its customized Android ROM.

OnePlus also facilitate third-party development on its devices as it does not void warranty upon rooting the device. Due to such policies, OnePlus have always remained the most favorite OEM among third party developers for different MODs, themes, etc. Even, the users love to root their devices and later modify them for a customized experience. Similarly, we are sharing with you an Xposed Module, which will let you experience Pixel devices like Always-On display on the OnePlus devices.

The OnePlus devices carry inbuilt support for Ambient display and some other advanced display features, but the Always-On Display is missing. It was initially made available on some OnePlus devices but was later disabled. Always On Display (AOD) allows the device to keep displaying the essential information with minimal power usage.

A new Xposed Module can get you back the popular Pixel-like Always-on Display (AOD) feature. It will replace the Ambient Display option in the device. Most of the features such as the Now playing, Dash charging indicator, and the content display is working without affecting the battery usage.

If you’re ready to get this popular feature on your OnePlus device, then follow the steps below carefully.

Note: GizmoChina is not responsible for any damage to data and device. You’re performing the tutorial at your own will. 

Note: The app is in the Chinese language; you might need assistance while performing the installation. We recommend using an App Translator to change the Chinese language to English. 

Requirements

• Rooted OnePlus device.
• Install the Xposed Framework on the phone.
• Download the OPAodMod APK File.
• Install App Translator Module from Xposed Framework.
  

Steps to install Always On Display Module on OnePlus devices

1. First, you will need to root your OnePlus device.
2. Download and Install Xposed Framework, aka EdXposed with Rriru Core on your Device
3. Install the OPAodMod APK v2.5 File from the above link.
4. Now, Activate the module and reboot the device.
5. Enjoy!!

Alternate Way:

1. Root your device and install Magisk.
2. Now install the AOD mod from Tai Chi repository.
3. Activate it and enjoy!

Make sure you have enabled ‘touch to wake’ option in the OnePlus’ Ambient Display settings from the settings of the device. The AOD module also carries inbuilt display burn-in protection. For the in-display graphics, users need to use a Substratum theme to make it transparent. A similar output can be attained even using Magisk module to render transparent display on the in-display module.

The module can be modified to use either a 12-hour clock or the primary 24-hour clock.

How many of you were looking for the similar MOD on OnePlus devices? If you have any question or query, let us know via the comments form below.

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BBK subsidiary OnePlus has reportedly started pushing a new update to users of the OnePlus 6 and 6T. The new updates version for the OP6 is OxygenOS Open Beta 22 while that of the OP6T is OxygenOS Open Beta 14. Despite the disparity in the naming pattern, there is no difference between the two. The changelogs are entirely identical.

From the changelogs, we can see that the update focuses on improvements and optimizations with just a new added feature. The new feature is a new clock widget for the home screen which users can choose to add just like other widgets. In addition, the OnePlus Switch app on the OP6 and OP6T are said to now support more types of data, which will come in handy whenever the owner decides to switch to a new device.

In addition, the update ushers in Android’s latest security patch for the month of July with fixes for bugs and some improvements. One of the improvements is for users who have been experiencing some issues with the camera while using quick reply in the landscape mode. The update promises to take care of that. Further, the app stability of the OnePlus File Manager app which is pre-installed on the smartphones has also seen some improvements. Others include an improved UI, bottom navigation The company has improved its UI via this update, while the bottom navigation has also been improved.

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One of the software features that launched with the OnePlus 7 Pro and OnePlus 7 is Screen Recording. Shortly after both devices launched, the APK was made available to older OnePlus devices thanks to APKMirror. If you own a OnePlus 6 or OnePlus 6T and didn’t sideload the APK then, you shouldn’t worry about doing so as the latest update brings the feature to the phone.

Both the OnePlus 6 and OnePlus 6T are receiving a new update that arrives as OxygenOS version 9.0.7 for the OP6 and version 9.0.15 for the OP6T. The updates bring the screen recorder feature to both devices. It also updates the security patch to that of June 2019, improves the screen rotation, and adds support for VoLTE and VoWiFi for Telia Denmark.

Do note that the screen recorder won’t show in your app drawer but can be accessed from the Quick Settings panel.

The update is rolling out gradually but you can also download and manually install the incremental OTA or flashing the full ROM. Download links are available here.

OnePlus promised that Zen Mode will also be coming to the OnePlus 6/6T but it isn’t bundled with this update. It may probably arrive with July’s security patch. If you can’t wait, you can sideload the APK from APKMirror too.

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One of the software features the new OnePlus 7 series brings is Zen Mode. This is a feature designed to get you to not use your phone for 20 minutes for anything else other than for calls and taking pictures. When activated, you can’t turn it off until the timer ends.

OnePlus disclosed to Android Authority that the feature will be coming to the OnePlus 6 and OnePlus 6T via an update in the future. That should be exciting news for those who own either of the two devices and have been looking for ways to reduce how long they stare at their phone’s display.

That’s the good news. The bad news is the OnePlus 7 series’ Nightscape 2.0 will not be coming to last year’s flagships. Nightscape 2.0 improves upon the night mode feature which debuted last year. OnePlus says the reason why both phones won’t have the updated version is based on a hardware limitation – (probably the primary rear camera).

There are other software features such as Fnatic Mode (coming to the OnePlus 7 series via an OTA update) and a built-in screen recorder but we haven’t heard anything about these features coming to the older models.

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OnePlus is still selling the 6T and even announced a price cut following the launch of the new models. So, if you don’t care about the latest processor, faster storage and having better cameras, you might want to pick up a unit.

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OnePlus launched the new OnePlus 7 and OnePlus 7 Pro yesterday at simultaneous launch events in New York, London and Bengaluru. The new devices carry various new advancements such as the presence of Qualcomm Snapdragon 855, triple camera module, UFS 3.0 storage and a new fluid AMOLED display. Unlike the OnePlus 6 launch last year, OnePlus’s old flagship aka OnePlus 6T is still available at stores with a huge discount.

To leverage the smartphone’s value, OnePlus will reduce the price of 8 GB RAM + 128 GB internal storage version to $549 from $579. Whereas, the 256 GB internal storage variant will be down to $600 from $629. The new pricing will get into effect from May 17 at OnePlus online store.

The OnePlus 6T is the only viable option for the price-conscious buyers as OnePlus 7 won’t make its way to the US. The OnePlus 7 will retail at the same price as the OnePlus 6T, outside the US. It’s a value for money deal for those who always buy old flagships at cheaper prices.

OnePlus 6T is powered with Snapdragon 845 chipset and is available in 8 GB RAM + 128 GB storage and 8 GB RAM + 256 GB storage variants. It features a 6.41-inch display with the resolution of 2340×1080 pixels. There’s a 3700 mAh battery carrying support for Dash Charging technology.

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Both the OnePlus 6T and OnePlus 7 are identical to each other in terms of design: there’s a dual rear camera, a fixed front camera, and on-screen fingerprint reader. Though, OnePlus 7 is a bit faster as it comes with the latest Snapdragon 855 SoC, UFS 3.0 storage and a 48 MP camera.

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