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 is rolling out the final OxygenOS 11 Open Beta builds for the OnePlus 8, OnePlus 8 Pro, and the OnePlus 8T. The update arrives as OxygenOS 11 Open Beta 12 for the OnePlus 8 series and OxygenOS 11 Open Beta 7 for the OnePlus 8T. Let’s take a look at what these software builds have to offer.

The last-ever OxygenOS 11 Open Beta update for the OnePlus 8/8 Pro and the OnePlus 8T bumps up the security patch level to July 2021. It brings fixes for face unlock issue in QR scanning on WhatsApp and improves system stability.

Further, Work-life balance gets a fix for modifying life and work mode. The new update also comes with support for adding Work WiFi to Life WiFi.

Last but not least, the latest public beta update for these handsets also brings along the OnePlus Store app, which is uninstallable.

As usual, these software builds are rolling out via OTA to users who are currently on the previous public beta build. After experiencing the new beta builds, users can roll back to the stable channel by installing the appropriate rollback package.

OnePlus 8, 8 Pro, 8T OxygenOS 11 Open Beta 12/7 Official Changelog

• System
  • Improved system stability
  • Fixed the issue that the face unlock failed in the QR scanning on WhatsApp
  • Upgrade Android Security Patch to 2021.07

• Work-life balance
  • Now work Wi-Fi can support added to life Wi-Fi
  • Fixed the issue of failure to modify life and work mode

• 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)

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Just last week, OnePlus rolled out a new OxygenOS stable update for the OnePlus 8, OnePlus 8 Pro, and OnePlus 8T. A few days later, these three smartphones are now receiving an OxygenOS Open Beta update.

The latest OxygenOS Open Beta update for the OnePlus 8 and the OnePlus 8 Pro arrives as OxygenOS 11 Open Beta 11. Whereas, the very same update for the OnePlus 8T as OxygenOS 11 Open Beta 6.

According to the official announcement posts on the OnePlus Community, the new pubic beta update for the 2020 OnePlus flagship smartphones brings updated security patches, a new feature, a fix, and some improvements.

First and foremost, the latest beta update bumps up the security patch level to June 2021. Further, it adds a screenshot function for AOD (Always-on Display) and fixes the occasional WiFi connection failure issue.

Lastly, the update comes with improvements for power consumption, audio experience with OnePflus Watch as well as OnePlus Buds, and the OnePlus Share UI visual effect.

The latest public beta for OnePlus 8, Oneplus 8 Pro, and OnePlus 8T  is being currently seeded out via OTA for the units already running the previous beta build. Users on the stable channel can also manually download and install this update.

OnePlus 8, 8 Pro, 8T OxygenOS 11 Open Beta 11/6 Official Changelog

• System
  • Improved the power consumption performance to extend battery life
  • Newly added the screenshot function for AOD
  • Updated Android security patch to 2021.06

• Phone
  • Improved the audio experience when the phone is connected with the OnePlus Watch and OnePlus Buds

• OnePlus Share
  • Improved the UI visual effect on the sharing page

• Network
  • Fixed the occasional failure to connect to Wi-Fi network

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Oneplus is rolling out a new public beta update for the OnePlus 8 series and 8T. For OnePlus 8 and OnePlus 8 Pro, the update arrives as OxygenOS 11 Open Beta 10. Whereas, for OnePlus 8T, this very same update is called OxygenOS 11 Open Beta 5.

The latest public beta update for the 2020 OnePlus flagship smartphones bumps up the security patch level to May 2021. Most importantly, it adds support for Bitmoji AOD. After installing the updates, users will have to download the Bitmoji app, log in to their account, and set Bitmoji AOD from Settings > Customization > Clock on ambient display > Bitmoji.

Further, like any other OxygenOS update, this one also brings tons of fixes and improvements. Some of these fixes are for audio recording issue with headphones, details page of Contact not displaying, calling content not displaying, occasional WiFi connection failure, and more.

Lastly, the update comes with improvements for audio experience and connection stability with OnePlus Buds/OnePlus Watch, video preview clarity under 4K 60FPS mode, text display of the Setup Wizard, and loading speed of the Privacy Policy page.

OnePlus 8, 8 Pro / 8T OxygenOS 11 Open Beta 10 / 5 Official Changelog

• System
• • Improved the loading speed of the Privacy Policy page
  • Improved the text display of the Setup Wizard
  • Fixed the small probability issue where recording audio with headphones may not work as expected
  • Fixed the abnormal display issue with the Setting‘s title when the Freeform Windows is enabled
  • Fixed the small probability issue where the status bar displays two SIM cards’ mobile data icons at the same time
  • Fixed the small probability issue that some covers of third-party music apps still display as lock screen even the music notification is removed
  • Updated Android security patch to 2021.05
• Ambient display
• • Newly added Bitmoji AOD, co-designed by Snapchat & Bitmoji, which will liven up the ambient display with your personal Bitmoji avatar. Your avatar will update throughout the day based on the condition of date, time, weather and the music listening. ( Path: Settings – Customization – Clock on ambient display – Bitmoji )
• Phone
• • Improved the audio experience when the phone is connected with OnePlus watch and OnePlus buds
  • Fixed the issue that the call recording list is not updated in time after the system is upgraded
  • Fixed the small probability issue that the details page of Contact is not displayed
  • Fixed the issue that the calling content is not displayed
• Camera
• • Improved the video preview clarity under 4K 60FPS mode
• Bluetooth
• • Improved the connection stability with OnePlus Buds
• Network
• • Fixed the small probability issue that the non-default data SIM card in gaming mode can’t get access to 4G network
  • Fixed the issue that the nearby Wi-Fi network cannot be switched intelligently
  • Fixed the occasional failure to connect to Wi-Fi network

This update is currently rolling to users who are already on the previous OxygenOS Open Beta build. On the other hand, users on the ‘Stable’ channel can install this update by downloading the appropriate file from the OnePlus Software Upgrade page.

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The last OxygenOS Open Beta update for the OnePlus Nord was released in early March. It was rolled out a few days after the company started seeding OxygenOS 11 (Android 11) update. Since then, OnePlus has re-released the Android 11 update after halting it for a while, which was later followed by a hotfix update. Now, almost two months later, the brand is rolling out the OxygenOS Open Beta 5  update for the OnePlus Nord.

Just like the previous public beta build, the OnePlus Nord OxygenOS Open Beta 5 update only brings fixes, in addition to some improvements. The fixes are meant for system, file manager, and camera. Whereas, the improvements are for network.

Talking about the fixes first, the latest public beta build for the OnePlus Nord brings fixes for general bugs, abnormal display issue while copying files to OTG, abnormal preview display in Nightscape Tripod mode, unresponsiveness of the camera app when setting profile photo in Contact app, frame drops in video recording, and abnormal preview display of 0.6x ultra-wide in 1080P 60FPS.

Lastly, this update brings improvements for the detection of wireless networks and the speed of WiFi connection.

OnePlus Nord OxygenOS Open Beta 5 Official Changelog

• System
  • Fixed general bugs

• Network
  • Improved the ability of detecting wireless network
  • Improved the speed of Wi-Fi connection

• File Manager
  • Fixed abnormal display issue with the screen while copying files to OTG

• Camera
  • Fixed the issue that the preview may display abnormally in Nightscape Tripod mode
  • Fixed the issue that the Camera becomes unresponsive when setting profile photo in Contact
  • Fixed the frame drops issue with the videos taken by the Camera
  • Fixed the issue that the preview abnormally display 0.6x ultra-wide in 1080P 60FPS

The OxygenOS Open Beta 5 update for the OnePlus Nord is being pushed in batches. It should be available for all users running the previous beta build in the coming days. Alternately, users on the stable channel can install it by downloading the appropriate file from the OnePlus Community.

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Last week, OnePlus rolled out OxygenOS Open Beta 3 for the OnePlus 8T. However, the company halted the rollout within a few days. Instead of resuming the rollout, the brand is now seeding this very same update as OxygenOS Open Beta 4.

The latest OxygenOS Open Beta 4 update for the OnePlus 8T comes with the same changelog as the older OxygenOS Open Beta 3. OnPlus says that it has rolled out the OTA for users on both Open Beta 3 as well as Open Beta 2.

According to the official changelog, the new public beta build for the OnePlus 8T brings April 2021 security patches, a new real-time FPS/CPU/GPU monitor feature in OnePlus Games, improvements for OnePlus Gallery loading speed, and a number of fixes.

As far as fixes are concerned, this update arrives with fixes for abnormal display of fonts, status bar cannot be pulled down, status bar not displaying app icons, missed calls not displaying in notification bar, expanded screenshot not working, audio recording not working on headphones, flickering of previewed photos, abnormal display of calculator in split-screen, AOD contextual information not updating timely, ambient display switching to Canvas when device owner is changed, and abnormal display of AOD time when system language is Hebrew.

OnePlus 8T Oxygen OS Open Beta 4 Official Changelog

• System
  • Fixed the issue that some app’s fonts are displayed abnormally after setting customized fonts
  • Fixed the small probability issue where the status bar cannot be pulled down
  • Fixed the small probability issue where the status bar does not display app icons
  • Fixed the issue that the missed calls are not displayed in the notification bar
  • Fixed the small probability issue that the expanded screenshot may stop working
  • Fixed the small probability issue where recording audio with headphones may not work as expected
  • Fixed known issues
  • Updated Android security patch to 2021.04
• Camera
  • Fixed the small probability issue that the previewed photos are flickering under the photo mode
• Calculator
  • Fixed the abnormal display with the calculator under the split screen
• Ambient Display
  • Fixed the issue that the contextual information of AOD is not updated timely
  • Fixed the issue that the ambient display is switched to Canvas after the device owner is changed
  • Fixed the issue with AOD that the time is displayed abnormally when the system language is Hebrew
• OnePlus Games
  • Newly added the Data Monitor feature, you can find it in the Game Toolbox and monitor the FPS/CPU/GPU changes in real-time
• Gallery
  • Improved the loading speed of the gallery to speed up the process of previewing pictures

This update is currently being pushed in batches. It should be available for all the users on the OxygenOS Open Beta channel in the coming days. Also, users on the OxygenOS Stable channel can download and install this new build from the OnePlus Community.

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Oneplus is rolling out a new OxygenOS Open Beta update for OnePlus 8, OnePlus 8 Pro, and OnePlux 8T exactly after a month from the last public beta update. The former two models are receiving OxygenOS Open Beta 9. On the other hand, the latter phone is getting OxygenOS Open Beta 3 update.

With the last month’s OxygenOS Open Beta update, OnePlus sort of merged the builds for OnePlus 8, OnePlus 8 Pro, OnePlus 8T. All three smartphones received a similar build with minor differences. The same thing continues with the new release as well.

According to the official changelog (via XDA Developers), the new public beta update brings a total of 11 fixes. The update also packs April 2021 security patches, Gallery app loading speed improvements, and a new Data Monitor feature to monitor real-time FPS/CPU/GPU changes while gaming.

OnePlus 8/8 Pro OxygenOS Open Beta 9 and OnePlus 8T OxygenOS Open Beta 3 Official Changelog

• System
  • Fixed the issue that some app’s fonts are displayed abnormally after setting customized fonts
  • Fixed the small probability issue where the status bar cannot be pulled down
  • Fixed the small probability issue where the status bar does not display app icons
  • Fixed the issue that the missed calls are not displayed in the notification bar
  • Fixed the small probability issue that the expanded screenshot may stop working
  • Fixed the small probability issue where recording audio with headphones may not work as expected
  • Updated Android security patch to 202104
• Camera
  • Fixed the small probability issue that the previewed photos are flickering under the photo mode
• Calculator
  • Fixed the abnormal display with the calculator under the split-screen
• Ambient Display
  • Fixed the issue that the contextual information of AOD is not updated timely
  • Fixed the issue that the ambient display is switched to Canvas after the device owner is changed
  • Fixed the issue with AOD that the time is displayed abnormally when the system language is Hebrew
• OnePlus Games
  • Newly added the Data Monitor feature, you can find it in the Game Toolbox and monitor the FPS/CPU/GPU changes in real-time
• Gallery
  • Improved the loading speed of the gallery to speed up the process of previewing pictures

The new OxygenOS Open Beta update for OnePlus 8, OnePlus 8 Pro, and OnePlus 8T is being seeded to users who are already on the last beta build via OTA. The update is being rolled out in batches and should reach all users very soon.  

Unfortunately, users on stable channel willing to try the latest public release will have to wait further since the company is yet to make an official announcement in the OnePlus Community (as of writing this story).

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At the end of February, OnePlus released OxygenOS 11 Open Beta 3 update for OnePlus 7, OnePlus 7 Pro, OnePlus 7T, and OnePlus 7T Pro. Almost a month later, the company is now rolling out OxygenOS 11 Open Beta 4 for these four smartphones.

Just like the previous Android 11 public beta builds, the latest one for the OnePlus 7 series and the OnePlus 7T series come with a common changelog. However, since the brand did not release Open Beta 3 for the OnePlus 7 at the last moment, the changelog for this phone is different from the other three.

Anyway, talking about common fixes first, all four handsets get fixes for silent issue in Bluetooth aptX Adaptive mode and abnormal display of battery icon in the status bar. Further, the OnePlus 7 Pro and the OnPlus 7T series also receive fixes and improvements for some known issues and system stability respectively.

As for the OnePlus 7, the new public beta for this device brings fixes for slow charging rate in some cases, Voice Wakeup is turned off after a system upgrade, lagging issue when playing screen-recorded videos, and issue with Double Tap to Wake gesture.

Lastly, this update for the OnePlus 7 finally comes with Always-on display (AOD) and improvements for WiFi connection stability.

OnePlus 7 Pro and OnePlus 7T/7T Pro OxygenOS 11 Open Beta 4 Official Changelog

• System

• • Fixed the issue that the battery icon in the status bar is abnormally displayed
  • Fixed known issues and improved system stability

• Bluetooth

• • Fixed the issue where Bluetooth headsets are silent in aptX Adaptive mode

OnePlus 7 OxygenOS 11 Open Beta 4 Official Changelog

• System

• • Fixed the issue of slow charging rate in some cases
  • Fixed the issue where Voice Wakeup is turned off after a system upgrade
  • Fixed the lagging issue when playing screen-recorded videos
  • Fixed the small probability failure issue with the Double Tap to Wake
  • Fixed the issue that the battery icon in the status bar is abnormally displayed

• Ambient Display

• • Always-on ambient display is available now (Go to: Settings – Utilities – OnePlus Laboratory – Always-on ambient display)

• Bluetooth

• • Fixed the silent issue when the Bluetooth transport protocol is changed to aptX or aptX Adaptive

• Network

• • Improved the stability of the Wi-Fi connection and reduce Internet outages

The OxygenOS 11 Open Beta 4 update for the OnePlus 7 and the OnePlus 7T sears is being currently pushed in batches via OTA to the units that are already running the previous beta build. However, users running stable build can also install it by downloading the appropriate file from the OnePlus Community.

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OnePlus rolled out OxygenOS Open Beta 7 update for the OnePlus 8 series late last month. But this month, the company is seeding out the OxygenOS OpenBeta 8 update a little bit earlier. What’s more interesting is for the first time, the OnePlus 8 and the OnePlus 8 Pro are getting the same public beta build as the OnePlus 8T.

Yesterday, OnePlus started rolling out OxygenOS Open Beta 2 update for the OnePlus 8T. The same build is now being pushed to the OnePlus 8 and the OnePlus 8 Pro as OxygenOS Open Beta 8.

For the OnePlus 8T, this update brings 19 fixes. On the other hand, the OnePlus 8 series gets 21 fixes. The two extra fixes are for fingerprint pattern not displaying on screen and some known issues with SMS.

Apart from fixes, the new beta software build also comes with March 2021 security patches. That’s not all, it also brings an option to register OnePlus account with phone number in more regions, optimizations for the startup speed of some apps, touch-range improvements for the stopwatch buttons in the clock app, and a new medal in Zen Mode called ‘Tide Voice’.

OnePlus 8/8 Pro OxygenOS Open Beta 8 Official Changelog

• System
• • OnePlus account now can be registered with the phone number in more countries or regions
  • Optimized the startup speed of some apps to improve the user experience
  • Fixed the noise issue of 5G calls
  • Fixed the issue that the fingerprint pattern is not displayed on the screen (OP8 series only)
  • Fixed the issue that WhatsApp cannot receive messages when it is in the background for a long time
  • Fixed the issue in which the “Turn on automatically” in Dark Mode is disabled after the system update
  • Fixed the disappearing issue with the animation of the voice assistant wake-up gesture
  • Fixed the issue that no caller ID is displayed from the favorite contacts in Do Not Disturb mode
  • Fixed the issue that the Setting interface displays abnormally under the split screen of call forwarding
  • Fixed the flash issue with the Quick Reply in Landscape
  • Fixed the issue that the status bar is displayed abnormally when using split-screen with the Chrome
  • Fixed the small probability issue that the expanded screenshot may stop working
  • Updated Android security patch to 2021.03
• Camera
• • Newly added time watermark (Go to: Camera – Settings – Shot on OnePlus watermark – Time)
• Gallery
• • Fixed the issue in which pictures are not displayed in the Gallery after they are copied to the DCIM category
  • Fixed the issue that the Nearby Share button may disappear when using Google Photos
• Bluetooth
• • Fixed the issue that the SCENARIO-BASED ENHANCEMENT switch is not displayed in the settings when OnePlus Buds is connected to the phone
  • Fixed the issue that the device cannot be searched by other Bluetooth devices
• Message
• • Fixed the issue of the incomplete dialog box displayed in landscape mode
  • Fixed known issues with the SMS to improve functional stability (OP8 series only)
• Clock
• • Improved the touch range of stopwatch buttons and improved the user experience
• Ambient Display
• • Fixed the issue in which the AOD displays the wrong time sequence after setting up some languages as system languages
  • Fixed the issue with AOD that the screen may flash when unlocking with fingerprint
  • Fixed the issue with AOD that the screen may display red in some scenes
  • Fixed the issue of blurred lines in AOD
• Network
• • Fixed the failure issue with Wi-Fi
• Zen Mode
• • Newly added the Tide Voice Medal (Complete 3 Zen Mode challenges with white noise to win this medal)

The latest public beta update for the Oneplus 8 and the Oneplus 8 Pro is available as an OTA update for the users who are already on the previous beta build. Whereas, those on the stable channel will have to download and install it manually from the OnePlus Community.

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Just last week, OnePlus released OxygenOS Open Beta 1 update for the OnePlus 8T. But the brand has already started rolling out OxygenOs Open Beta 2 for this handset. The former update was all about optimizations, whereas the new build brings a ton of fixes.

The OnePlus 8T OxygenOS Open Beta 2 update brings fixes related to the system, camera, Bluetooth, message, clock, ambient display, network, and Zen Mode. According to the changelog, the new public beta update for the OnePlus 8T comes with a total of 19 fixes. 

Some of the notable issues that are getting a fix with this software build are noise in 5G calls, WhatsApp couldn’t receive messages when it is in the background for a long time, flash issue with the quick reply in landscape, abnormal display of status bar when using Chrome in split-screen mode, expanded screenshot not working, pictures not showing in Gallery after being copied to DCIM folder, phone cannot be searched by other Bluetooth devices, incomplete dialog box in landscape, several issues with AOD, and WiFi failure issue.

Other than fixes, the latest update for the OnePlus 8T also bumps up the security patch level to March 2021, brings optimizations for the startup speed of some apps, and adds a new time watermark in the camera app as well as a new medal called Tide Voice in Zen Mode.

OnePlus 8T OxygenOS Open Beta 2 Official Changelog

• System
• • OnePlus account now can be registered with the phone number in more countries or regions
  • Optimized the startup speed of some apps to improve the user experience
  • Fixed the noise issue of 5G calls
  • Fixed the issue that the fingerprint pattern is not displayed on the screen (OP8 series only)
  • Fixed the issue that WhatsApp cannot receive messages when it is in the background for a long time
  • Fixed the issue in which the “Turn on automatically” in Dark Mode is disabled after the system update
  • Fixed the disappearing issue with the animation of the voice assistant wake-up gesture
  • Fixed the issue that no caller ID is displayed from the favorite contacts in Do Not Disturb mode
  • Fixed the issue that the Setting interface displays abnormally under the split screen of call forwarding
  • Fixed the flash issue with the Quick Reply in Landscape
  • Fixed the issue that the status bar is displayed abnormally when using split-screen with the Chrome
  • Fixed the small probability issue that the expanded screenshot may stop working
  • Updated Android security patch to 2021.03
• Camera
• • Newly added time watermark (Go to: Camera – Settings – Shot on OnePlus watermark – Time)
• Gallery
• • Fixed the issue in which pictures are not displayed in the Gallery after they are copied to the DCIM category
  • Fixed the issue that the Nearby Share button may disappear when using Google Photos
• Bluetooth
• • Fixed the issue that the SCENARIO-BASED ENHANCEMENT switch is not displayed in the settings when OnePlus Buds is connected to the phone
  • Fixed the issue that the device cannot be searched by other Bluetooth devices
• Message
• • Fixed the issue of the incomplete dialog box displayed in landscape mode
  • Fixed known issues with the SMS to improve functional stability (OP8 series only)
• Clock
• • Improved the touch range of stopwatch buttons and improved the user experience
• Ambient Display
• • Fixed the issue in which the AOD displays the wrong time sequence after setting up some languages as system languages
  • Fixed the issue with AOD that the screen may flash when unlocking with fingerprint
  • Fixed the issue with AOD that the screen may display red in some scenes
  • Fixed the issue of blurred lines in AOD
• Network
• • Fixed the failure issue with Wi-Fi
• Zen Mode
• • Newly added the Tide Voice Medal (Complete 3 Zen Mode challenges with white noise to win this medal)

The OxygenOS Open Beta 2 update for the Oneplus 8T is currently being rolled out via OTA to users who are already on the previous build. Alternately, users on the stable channel can also install this update by downloading the appropriate file from the OnePlus Community.

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OnePlus launched the OnePlus 8T in October 2020. The handset debuted with OxygenOS 11 based on Android 11. Now, almost five months after its release, the phone gets its first-ever OxygenOS Open Beta update.

OxygenOS Open Beta releases, as the name suggests, can be installed by any interested user. All they have to do is download the appropriate file from OnePlus Community and then, head over to Settings > System Updates > Top Right Icon > Local Upgrade and select the downloaded file to install the updates.

This process will not wipe the internal storage. However, when the user rollbacks to the stable channel, that process will delete everything stored in the phone. But it is always advised to create a backup before proceeding either of the processes.

That said, the OnePlus 8T OxygenOS Open Beta 1 update  brings optimizations for status bar UI display, frame rate stability in games, community homepage, sunny and cloudy day animations in the Weather app, and cloud service layout in the Gallery app.

Last but not least, the first public beta update for the OnePlus 8T also bumps up the security patch level to February 2021.

OnePlus 8T OxygenOS Open Beta 1 Official Changelog

• System
• • Optimized the UI display of the status bar
  • Optimized the stability of the frame rate and improve its experience while playing games
  • Optimized the Community homepage with more noticeable notification
  • Updated Android security patch to 2021.02
• Weather
• • Optimized the animations of sunny and cloudy days for a clearer dynamic display
• Gallery
• • Optimized the layout of the cloud service in the Gallery for a better operation experience

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OnePlus launched the OnePlus Nord with OxygenOS 10.5 based on Android 10 in late July 2020. The handset received the stable Android 11 update in the form of OxygenOS 11 only last week. Now, the brand is rolling out OxygenOS Open Beta 4 for this phone.

The OxygenOS Open Beta 3 for the OnePlus Nord was released in early February, A little over a month later, the company is now seeding the OxygenOS Open Beta 4 for this device.

Just like the last public beta release, the latest one is also all about fixes. But additionally, the new build also bumps up the security patch level to February 2021 and improves system stability.

According to the changelog, the new open beta update for the OnePlus Nord brings a total of nine fixes. They are meant for Work-Life Balance not displaying full information, flashback issue with location toggle in quick settings, disappearance of documents in Lockbox, abnormal displaying of Privacy Policy page in Dark Mode, and loud sound while fast charging.

Other fixes are for Calculator UI, Calculator button size, crashing of File Manager when stopping the unzipping process, and a flashback issue when entering the Profile page in OnePlus Community.

OnePlus Nord OxygenOS Open Beta 4 Official Changelog

• System
• • Fixed the issue where Work-Life Balance does not display full information in the Quick Settings
  • Fixed the flashback issue with the Quick Settings when enabling the Location
  • Fixed the small probability issue that the documents in the Lockbox may disappear
  • Fixed the issue that the Privacy Policy page is displayed abnormally if the device is in Dark Mode
  • Fixed the issue that the fast charging sound is too loud
  • Fixed the issue with the Calculator that the UI where results are showed is displayed abnormally
  • Fixed the issue with the abnormal display of Calculator button size
  • Updated Android Security Patch to 2021.02
  • Improved system stability
• File Manager
• • Fixed the issue that the File Manager may crash when stopping the unzipping process
• OnePlus Community
• • Fixed the small probability flashback issue with the OnePlus Community when entering the Profile page

The update is currently being pushed to users on the previous beta build via OTA. However, interested users on the stable channel can install it by downloading the appropriate ROM file from the OnePlus Community.

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Almost a month after the last OxygenOS Open Beta as well as stable builds, OnePlus is rolling out the OxygenOS Open Beta 7 update for the OnePlus 8 series. The new release brings minute fixes/optimizations and also bumps up the security patch level.

The OxygenOS Open Beta 7 is the only public build available for OnePlus 8 and OnePlus 8 Pro with February 2021 security patches while we are already in March. In fact, Samsung has started seeding this month’s security update to some of its smartphones last week itself.

This clearly shows how the company is now lagging behind in terms of software support. It is also yet to release the stable OxygenOS 11 (Android 11) update for the eligible devices. The OnePlus Nord, which is the company’s popular handset, got the said update only today.

Anyway, coming back to the latest public beta update for the OnePlus 8 series, the new build brings an adjusted emergency rescue layout in the password lock screen, fixes the‘ Horizon Light’ feature not turning on issue, and optimizes the stability of the OnePlus Camera app.

OnePlus 8/8 Pro OxygenOS Open Beta 7 Official Changelog

• System
  • Adjusted the layout of the emergency rescue in the password lock screen
  • Fixed the issue that the Horizon light has a small probability of failing to turn on
  • Updated Android Security Patch to 2021.02

• Camera
  • Optimized the stability

The OnePlus series OxygenOS Open Beta 7 update is rolling out via OTA for users who are already on the previous beta release. On the other hand, interested stable channel users can download and install this update from the OnePlus Community.

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The OnePlus 8 and the OnePlus 8 Pro were launched in the first half of 2020 with Android 10-based OxygenOS 10. The smartphones were later updated to OxygenOS 11 based on Android 11. Before this update, the company started releasing OyxgenOS Open Beta builds for these handsets. Now, the duo is receiving the sixth build in the series.

The OxygenOS Open Beta 6 update for the OnePlus 8 series comes over a month after the Open Beta 5 update, which was released before Christmas. The latest build brings a new feature, lots of optimizations, and January 2021 security patches.

Talking about the new feature first, the update adds a ‘Dock’ in the OnePlus Shelf. This dashboard displays information like daily steps, screen usage time, and more.

Further, the new public beta build optimizes UI display of the status bar, frame rate stability in games, and community homepage’s interface, weather animations, and interface of cloud service in the Oneplus Gallery app.

Last but not least, the new build also fixes the crash issue with the browser’s drop-down menu and notifications not turning off for some games in Game Space along with improvements for Bluetooth transmission rate.

EDITOR’S PICK: OnePlus sees significant growth in the US smartphone market in 2020

Oneplus 8/8 Pro OxygenOS Open Beta 6 Official Changelog

• System

• • Optimized the UI display of the status bar
  • Optimized the stability of frame rate and improved the experience when playing games
  • Optimized the interface of the Community homepage and make notifications more eye-catching
  • Fixed the crash issue where the drop-down menu of Browser
  • Updated Android Security Patch to 2021.01

• Shelf

• • Newly added Dock, a dashboard that displays various information, including daily steps, screen usage time, etc.
  • Optimized weather animation effects to improve fluency
• Weather
• • Optimized animations for sunny and cloudy days for a clearer dynamic display

• Gaming Space

• • Fixed the issue where notifications could not be turned off in the game in some cases

• Gallery

• • Optimized the layout of the cloud service interface in the Gallery for a better operation experience

• Bluetooth

• • Improved the transmission rate of Bluetooth when connecting watches

This update is being pushed to users on the previous beta build via OTA. However, interested customers on the stable channel can also install it by downloading the appropriate file from the OnePlus Community.

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Earlier last month, OnePlus rolled out the first-ever OxygenOS Open Beta update for the OnePlus Nord. A few weeks later in the same month, the company released Open Beta 2 for this handset. Now, the brand is seeding out Open Beta 3 update already.

Just like the previous Open Beta release for the OnePlus Nord, the latest build is all about fixes. These fixes are related to the system, camera, and ambient display, and clock.

First and foremost, the new update fixes dial icons overlapping on the lock screen and white space issue in the notification bar in dark mode. Also, it optimizes UI display effects of work life balance.

Further, the build fixes the camera app failing to start through quick gestures and front camera video not playing issue. Lastly, the update also fixes Canvas AOD not activating bug and alarms cannot be set issue.

OnePlus Nord OxygenOS Open Beta 3 Official Changelog

• System

• • Optimized UI display effects of work life balance
  • Fixed the issue that the dial icons overlap on the lock screen
  • Fixed the issue of white space in the notification bar in Dark mode

• Camera

• • Fixed the issue that the camera fails to start through quick gestures
  • Fixed the issue with video recorded by the front camera that can not be played

• Ambient Display

• • Fixed the small probability issue that Canvas AOD can not be activated

• Clock

• • Fixed the small probability issue that alarm clocks can not be set

The OxygenOS Open Beta 3 update for OnePlus Nord is currently being rolled out via OTA to the users who are on the previous build. Any interested user on the stable channel can also install it by downloading the appropriate file from the OnePlus Community.

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Earlier this month, the OnePlus Nord received its first Open Beta update. That build was also the first-ever OxygenOS 11 (Android 11) public build for the handset. Now, just within a month, the company has released OxygenOS Open Beta 2 for this device with a host of fixes and optimizations.

The second public beta update for the OnePlus Nord does not bring any new features. Instead, it focuses on optimizing and fixing the issues faced by the users in the previous build.

First and foremost, the new build optimizes UI display of Calculator, position and animation of some icons in the lock screen, and WhatsApp background management to receive messages on time.

As far as fixes are concerned, the update fixes the battery icon display issue while changing the phone’s orientation, a problem with Dirac audio tuner, and unable to set alarms. Further, the build also fixes Messenger Bubbles, come camera app issues, and unable to set SIM 2 as the default bug.

OnePlus Nord Nord OxygenOS Open Beta 2 Official Changelog

• System
  • Optimized the UI display of Calculator
  • Optimized the position and animation of some icons in the lock screen
  • Optimized the background management of Whatsapp to receive more timely messages
  • Fixed the issue that the battery icon is not displayed after the device is rotated from landscape to portrait
  • Fixed the small probability issue where the Dirac Audio Tuner may fail to adjust the sound effect
  • Fixed the small probability issue that alarm clocks can not be set

• Message
  • Fixed the issue that Messenger Bubbles can not pop up

• Camera
  • Fixed the issue with Histogram and horizontal reference line being turned off by default
  • Fixed the flashing issue with the icon of Depth effect while shooting with portrait mode

• Network
  • Fixed the issue that SIM 2 can not be set as the default card

The OxygenOS Open Beta 2 update for the OnePlus Nord is currently being rolled out via OTA for the users who are already running the initial build. Also, other interested users can install it by downloading the appropriate file from the OnePlus Community. 

But they are advised to back up their data before proceeding though it won’t wipe anything. However, the device will be factory reset when they revert back to the stable channel.

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A few days back, OnePlus promised to release OxygenOS Open Beta 1 for the OnePlus Nord this week. The update has been made available for download on the OnePlus Community. Interested users of the device can install this update without losing their data but they are still recommended to backup.

The first-ever public beta update for the OnePlus Nord arrives with a bang. It not only introduces Android 11 to the users of the smartphone but also brings a ton of new features, courtesy of OxygenOS 11.

First and foremost, the new build brings new UI visuals and optimizations for the stability of some third-party applications. Further, the update adds 10 new AOD (Always-on Display) clock styles, including ‘Insight Clock Style’, which was designed in collaboration with Parsons School of Design. It also brings the Canvas feature that allows users to apply any picture as AOD wallpaper.

Then, the update finally adds a shortcut key for dark mode along with support for scheduling. Also, it brings the newly redesigned Shelf with a weather widget that has animation effects.

Last but not least, the build also brings the new OnePlus Gallery app with support for story function and faster loading speed.

EDITOR’S PICK: OxygenOS 11 Hands On: A Bold New Redesign but Is It For the Better?

OnePlus Nord OxygenOS Open Beta 1 Official Changelog

• System
  • Update to Android 11 version
  • Fresh new UI visual design brings you a more comfortable experience with various optimizations of details
  • Optimize the stability of some third-party applications and improve user experience

• 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 Style)
  • 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）
  • Newly added 10 new clock styles ( To set: Settings > Customization > Clock Style)

• Dark Mode
  • Added the shortcut key for Dark Mode, pull down the quick setting to enable. Supporting automatically turn on feature & customize 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

• Gallery
  • Supporting Story function, automatically form weekly videos with photos and video in storage
  • Optimize the loading speed of the gallery, and the image preview is faster

Having said that, once you install OxygenOS Open Beta 1 on your OnePlus Nord, you will be receiving the future builds via OTA.  Anyway, you can rollback to the stable channel by installing the respective rollback file but that will erase the entire phone.

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The OnePlus 7 and OnePlus 7T series have already received two stable updates this month. Now, they are receiving OxygenOS Open Beta 19 and OxygenOS Open Beta 20 respectively. The latest public builds for these smartphones brings a camera-related fix and October 2020 security patch.

For those unaware, OnePlus has three channels for update namely Stable, Open Beta, and Closed Beta. The first and second ones are limited to single release per month but the company releases two builds in the last channel.

That said, currently OnePlus has released the second type of update with build number OxygenOS Open Beta 19/9 for OnePlus 7/7 Pro and OnePlus 7T/7T Pro respectively.

As mentioned in the beginning, the newest public beta update for these phones brings fix for flashback issue when switched to the front camera. The changelog also mentions the build to fix some general issues, in addition to bumping up the security patch level to October 2020

Oneplus 7/7 Pro & OnePlus 7T/7T Pro OxygenOS Open Beta 19/9 Official Changelog

• System
  • Improved system stability and fixed general issues
  • Updated Android Security Patch to 2020.10
• Camera
  • Fixed the flashback issue when switched to the front camera in particular cases

The update is currently being rolled out in batches and should receive all the units running OxygenOS Open Beta 18/8 in the coming days.

UP NEXT: OnePlus 7/7 Pro confirmed to get OxygenOS 11 update in December

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Earlier this month, OnePlus became the first Android OEM other than Google to roll out Android 11 stable update to its devices – Oneplus 8 and OnePlus 8 Pro in the form of OxygenOS 11. The company was part of Android 11 Beta program and began to seed OxygenOS Open Beta in early September for the OnePlus 8 series. Now, Oneplus is rolling out the 3rd build in this channel.

OnePlus is known for delivering updates in three channels namely Stable, Open Beta, and Closed Beta. Other than these three, the company also releases Developer Beta builds to select devices when Google unveils the latest version of Android.

The OnePlus 8 series has been part of all the four channels. Ever since the company halted the Android 11 Developer Beta program for OnePlus 8 and Oneplus 8 Pro, these two smartphones have been receiving OxygenOS 11 Open Beta builds.

That said, OnePlus is currently seeding OxygenOS 11 Open Beta 3 to OnePlus 8/8 Pro worldwide with the following changelog.

• System
  • Optimized the UI smoothness of Call
  • Optimized background process management mechanism to improve sandy-by performance
  • Fixed the issue that text was blocked in some games
  • Optimized the issue that input text was blocked in some games
  • Improved system stability and fixed general issues
  • Updated Android Security Patch to 2020.10
• Ambient Display
  • Optimized the animation effect with Canvas, making the unlock experience smoother
  • Canvas now supports Always-on ambient display(Settings-Ambient Display-Always-on ambient display-Choose “All day” ）
• Zen Mode
  • Fixed the low probability issue that system settings interface stopped running when Zen Mode turned on

The above-mentioned changelog clearly says that OxygenOS 11 Open Beta 3 for the OnePlus 8 series comes with a number of fixes, improvements, optimizations as well as Always-on support for the Canvas feature.

Hence, if you are running the previous build (OxygenOS 11 Open Beta 2), then make sure to download and install the latest version as soon as possible.

UP NEXT: OxygenOS 11 Hands On: A Bold New Redesign but Is It For the Better?

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OnePlus has begun to roll out OxygenOS Open Beta 17/7 for OnePlus 7/7T series worldwide. This will be the only Open Beta release for these handsets for this month as the brand reduced their frequency to single build per month in June. Apart from bringing August 2020 security patch, the update also adds new OnePlus Tips & Help sedition and a number of fixes as well as optimizations.

Just like the last Open Beta build for OnePlus 7/7Pro and OnePlus 7T/7T Pro, the new one also brings more bug fixes than new features. The only new addition mentioned-above is nothing but a sort of digital user manual in the Settings app.

Talking about fixes, the new update fixes an abnormal error in “Lockbox”, auto-start issue with QXDM logs after reboot, and “File Manager” did not display some downloaded documents of apps. Also, it optimizes and improves user experience with long screenshot and stability of WiFi transfers.

In a nutshell, this OxygenOS release is just a minor update to improve the overall experience of the software of the phone. That said, the OTA update is being rolled out in batches and will soon reach your device if you are running the Open Beta build.

OnePlus 7/7T series OxygenOS Open Beta 17/7 Official Changelog

• System
  • Newly added user assistance feature to help user master usage skills quickly(Route: Settings>OnePlus Tips&Help)
  • Fixed the abnormal error occured in Lockbox
  • Fixed the auto-start issue with QXDM logs after reboot
  • Optimized user experience with long screenshot in some scenarios
  • Updated Android security patch to 2020.08
• Messages
  • Optimized the categorization, messages of the same contact now merged in one card（India only）
• File Manager
  • Fixed the issue that File Manager did not display some downloaded documents of apps
• Network
  • Improved the stability of Wi-Fi transfers

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OnePlus is rolling out OxygenOS Open Beta 16/6 for OnePlus 7/7T series worldwide. The new update brings July security patch, some display-related fixes, new Clock and Game Space features. This will be the one and only Open Beta build for these handsets for this month as the company made a tweak in the frequency of OxygenOS releases.

The latest OxygenOS Open Beta build for OnePlus 7/7Pro and OnePlus 7T/7T Pro bumps the security patch level to July. Also, it brings changes to the adaptive brightness algorithm making the backlight brightness even softer. The update also fixes an automatic pull-down issue with unlock screen in ambient display.

Further, the clock app gets two new tiles “Lap Time” and “Split Time” for stopwatch to make the interface look better. Lastly, apart from fixing some issues in Messages and Launcher, the new update also adds “Moments” section in Game Space to quickly access snapshots and screen recording.

Here’s the official changelog of OxygenOS Open Beta 16/6 for OnePlus 7/7T series

• System
  • Optimized adaptive brightness curve. The backlight brightness softer, improving user experience
  • Fixed the issue that double tap could not wake up the screen in some settings
  • Fixed the automatic pull-down issue with unlock screen in ambient display
  • Updated Android security patch to 2020.07

• Clock
  • Newly added “Lap time” and “Split time” title for Stopwatch, the interface looking more clear-cut

• Game Space
  • Newly added Moments to store gaming snapshots and screen recordings, please go to three-dot menu at upper right corner>Moments>Recent/Games to find them

• Messages
  • Fixed the bug of unable to receive wireless alarm notifications within a short time despite repetitious trials

• Launcher
  • Fixed the abnormal color display at the top area and button of Notes

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OnePlus is rolling out OxygenOS Open Beta 5 for OnePlus 7T/7T Pro. The new build bumps up the security patch level to June 2020 and brings a number of new features.

OnePlus recently made changes in its update delivery schedule. According to it, Open Beta releases have been reduced to one per month compared to two builds earlier. That means the currently seeding update is the first and the last OxygenOS Open Beta update for OnePlus 7T series for the month of June.

Having said that, the latest build once again brings one-handed mode, which was added and removed earlier. It also adds a shortcut for dark mode in quick toggles as the company promised last month.

Further, the new update also adds support for Bluetooth hearing aids under the Android 10 Audio Streaming for Hearing Aid (ASHA) Agreement. It also refines step counter in OnePlus Shelf and enables frequently dialled contacts to show up in the dialling interface.

Here’s the official changelog for OnePlus 7T/7T Pro OxygenOS Open Beta 5

• System
  • Added the one-handed mode (To enable: Settings>Buttons & Gestures>Quick Gestures)
  • Added a shortcut to switch to Dark Mode in notification bar (scroll down to enable)
  • Fixed the sharp edges of application cards in the recent apps screen
  • Fixed the screen flashing issue after locking the device
  • Updated OnePlus Brand Logo for a refreshed look
  • Updated Android Security Patch to 2020.06

• Bluetooth
  • It has adapted to Bluetooth hearing aid app connection under the Android 10 Audio Streaming for Hearing Aid (ASHA) Agreement.

• Shelf
  • Refined the step counter’s accuracy for recording the movement

• Phone
  • The frequently dialed contacts will now be available in the dialling interface

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OxygenOS for OnePlus smartphones comes in three flavours – Closed Beta, Open Beta, and Stable. The company has been following it for 4 years. But now it has announced some changes in their release schedule.

OnePlus is set to recruit testers for OnePlus 8 and OnePlus 8 Pro OxygenOS Closed Beta builds very soon. Ahead of it, the company has announced that it has decided to reduce the number of releases for all the three flavours of OxygenOS.

Up until now, OnePlus used to release 4 Closed Beta builds and 2 Open Beta builds for all the supported devices. Whereas, stable builds are released every 1-2 months.

But from now onwards, the company will only release 2 Closed Beta builds and 1 Open Beta build per month for the eligible devices. However, it did not make any change in the stable release schedule since it is supposed to provide monthly security patches to all the users.

OnePlus’ explanation for this decision is that it will try to provide better bug-free builds in all three release channels. It believes it can achieve it by spending more time in optimizing them rather rushing to release more builds.

The main cause of this move is that more of its users are using Open Beta builds than ever before. So by reducing the frequency of beta releases, the company aims to address reported bugs and feedback to offer a better experience.

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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.

Download OnePlus 6 OxygenOS 10.3.2 Stable Rollback ROM

Download OnePlus 6T OxygenOS 10.3.2 Stable Rollback ROM

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A few days back, OnePlus rolled out OxygenOS Open Beta 12 for OnePlus 7 and OnePlus 7 Pro devices. A couple of days later, the company has now halted the update as it is causing some serious issues in certain devices.

Usually, OnePlus’ OxygenOS Open Beta builds are stable enough to use as a daily driver. Anyway, they are called beta for a reason and thus they can have bugs. Even the company does not recommend every user to install them. These builds are primarily targeted at enthusiasts and early adopters to provide feedback.

Unfortunately, the latest OxygenOS Open Beta 12 for OnePlus 7 and OnePlus 7 Pro has become a nightmare for some users. They are now locked out of their device unable to go past the lockscreen. While other users are facing heating issues during charging, disconnections from WiFi networks, and more.

It is worth noting that not all the users of the new update are facing problems. This scenario is exactly similar to Mi A3 Android 10 update fiasco. As a precaution, OnePlus has pulled back the OTA but we are not sure if they have removed the download links for the Full ROM too.

If you are using OxygenOS Open Beta 12 on your OnePlus 7 / 7 Pro and locked out of your device, then the only way to fix it is by performing a hard reset. Users cannot roll back to the previous build, which happens to be OxygenOS Open Beta 11. All they can do is wait for the company to soon release a fix.

Here’s the official changelog for the update in case you are interested.

• System
  • Optimized the volume adjustment to improve user experience
  • Added the missing recording icon in call screen
  • Updated Android security patch to 2020.04
  • Fixed known issues and improved system stability

• Phone
  • Added the ringing duration info for missed calls
  • Now you can switch your mobile data on phone calls supported with VoLTE

• Camera
  • Added a feature which can now detect dirt on the camera lens, prompting a quick cleanup for better image and video quality.

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OnePlus launched the OnePlus 7T Pro in the second half of 2019. Back then, at the launch event, the company teased a feature called ‘Instant Translation’, which translates the user’s speech real-time on video calls. It has been a few months since the phone debuted but this feature never came to the device. However, it looks like OnePlus has quietly added it in the latest OxygenOS Open Beta for OnePlus 7, OnePlus 7 Pro and OnePlus 7T. 

Although OnePlus included the ‘Instant Translation’ feature in the OxygenOS Open Beta 11 for OnePlus 7 / 7 Pro and OxygenOS Open Beta 2 for OnePlus 7T, it does not seem to work at least on Google Duo as per XDA Developers. Additionally, they also found it to use Google Translate service to deal with translations. It is worth noting that the official changelog for the above-mentioned two updates did not mention the addition of this new feature. Therefore, it is possible that this feature was not intended to be added in this release.

Anyway, if you are interested to have a sneak peek at this delayed feature, then you must have the latest OxygenOS Open Beta build installed on either OnePlus 7, 7 Pro or 7T. Once you have it up and running, then navigate to Settings -> Utilities -> OnePlus Laboratory -> Instant Translation and enable it. On the same page, you can choose the languages that you want to translate while on video calls. The Instant Translation can be toggled on or off easily from quick settings tile once you have enabled it under settings.

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OnePlus is well-known for its OxygenOS Android skin and to keep it bug-free, the company releases beta builds to certain users. Based on feedback from those users, the brand fixes if there any and rolls out the update to all the users. The beta builds of OxygenOS comes in two flavors – ‘Open Beta’ (limited users) and ‘Closed Beta’ (available for all). Having said that, the company has dropped the OxygenOS Open Beta 10 (tenth Open Beta builds) for OnePlus 7 and OnePlus 7 Pro.

The OxygenOS Open Beta 10 for the OnePlus 7 and OnePlus 7 Pro does not bring any new changes, instead, it enhances and fixes some of the already present features. The update is available both as an incremental OTA if you are on the previous Open Beta 9 build and full OTA, which can be installed on a device running stable as well as beta build.

The changelog provided by OnePlus for the OxygenOS Open Beta 10 for OnePlus 7 and OnePlus 7 Pro is also listed below.

System

• Optimized RAM management
• Improved content now live on the settings page
• Enhanced single and double-tap performance of Ambient display and lock screen
• Updated Android Security patch to 2020.02

Phone

• Enhanced the contact details screen

Gallery

• Fixed the audio and video issues with preloading videos

If you are interested in installing the latest OxygenOS Open Beta 10, then download it from the links provided below for respective devices.

Download OxygenOS Open Beta 10 Incremental OTA for OnePlus 7

Download OxygenOS Open Beta 10 Full OTA for OnePlus 7

Download OxygenOS Open Beta 10 Incremental OTA for OnePlus 7 Pro

Download OxygenOS Open Beta 10 Full OTA for OnePlus 7 Pro

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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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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.

• Read More: OnePlus 6T users complaining of sudden battery drain

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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OnePlus has started rolling out new OxygenOS Open Beta 7 update to the OnePlus 6 smartphones. The update also introduces a new service from the company called OnePlus Roaming.

According to the official changelog, OnePlus Roaming service will enable you to access cellular data on their smartphone without having to buy a local SIM card when travelling abroad. The service is similar to the one introduced by Google as Project Fi.

To enable the service, you simply need to go to the Settings > Wi-Fi & Internet and select the ‘OnePlus Roaming’ option. You will then be presented with options to buy a data plan. Once the data pack has been purchased, just select the package from the ordered list and enable it once you reach your overseas destination.

Do note that the OnePlus Roaming service only supports data service and you won’t be able to make voice calls using the service. However, you can still rely on messaging services like WhatsApp, Facebook Messenger, and Telegram among others to make voice calls over the internet.

Currently, the OnePlus Roaming service is only available to the users of OnePlus 6, but we expect the Chinese company to roll out this feature to other devices as well, including the newly launched OnePlus 6T flagship smartphone.

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Along with the new Roaming service, the OxygenOS Open Beta 7 update comes with several new features. The company has added a new Video Enhancer feature for a better viewing experience while watching videos; user interface improvements for an emergency rescue; general bug fixes and performance improvements; among others.

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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.

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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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The highly anticipated OnePlus 5T has been officially announced. OnePlus has confirmed that it will be brining Android Oreo beta update for OnePlus 5T and OnePlus 5 users in the next month. The Chinese firm has not forgotten the users of OnePlus 3 and OnePlus 3T as the company has a new OxygenOS update for these phones.

OnePlus 3T users who have enrolled in the beta program are now getting Open Beta 18 and OnePlus 3 beta users are now receiving Open Beta 24. Following are the changes and improvements that are arriving with the new update:

• New UI for Do Not Disturb (We’ve made the Do Not Disturb setting easier to understand)
• Optimized standby battery usage
• Smart Text Selection improvements (This option should now work as intended)
• General performance improvements
• Updated OnePlus and GMS applications (We’ve updated OnePlus Gallery, and fixed some bugs in Weather, Recorder, and File Manager)
• Updated Google security patch (October 2017)
• Other bug fixes and optimizations (Updates to language localization, fixes for extended screenshot in some applications, Bluetooth performance enhancements, camera gesture fixes, and memory optimizations)

Read More: OnePlus 5T Goes Official, Features 18:9 Display And Improved Cameras

The new Open beta builds for OP3 and OP3T contain two UI bugs. Those bugs can be seen in the above snapshot. As it can be seen, there are some blank spaces in the Quick Settings menu. Also, the “Audio output” option is missing in the leftmost snapshot. Apart from these bugs, the new beta update also includes plenty of bug fixes and customizations.

Users should be aware of the fact that these are not stable builds. Users who are not satisfied by the new Oxygen OS beta for OnePlus 3 and 3T can revert to the Open Beta N build. However, downgrading to Nougat on Open Beta requires users to follow special instructions. Doing so ca also lead to partial loss of data. Hence, users are advised to read well before installing Oreo builds. More information is available in the source link.

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