Android 16 is coming. OnePlus users are buzzing with one big question: will your phone get the update? OxygenOS 16 will power these new devices. It brings fresh features and better performance.
Google just released Android 15 Developer Preview 2. This means Android 16 is still a little while away. We expect developer previews for Android 16 early next year. OxygenOS 16 will follow soon after.
Which OnePlus Phones Will Get OxygenOS 16?
Good news for many OnePlus owners! OnePlus offers long-term updates for its phones. Flagship models usually get four major Android updates. Mid-range phones often get three updates. This policy helps us guess which phones are in line for OxygenOS 16.
Check this list to see if your phone makes the cut:
- OnePlus 12
- OnePlus 12R
- OnePlus 11
- OnePlus 11R
- OnePlus Open
- OnePlus Pad
- OnePlus Ace 3
- OnePlus Ace 3V
- OnePlus Nord 4
- OnePlus Nord CE 4
These devices are strong candidates for the new software. They fit within OnePlus’s update promises. Learn more about Android’s journey on Google’s official Android page.
What About Older OnePlus Devices?
Some older OnePlus phones will likely miss out on OxygenOS 16. This happens because of the update lifecycle. Each phone gets a set number of major Android upgrades. Once that limit is hit, new updates stop.
For example, some Nord series phones might not get Android 16. Phones like the OnePlus 10R are also unlikely. The same goes for the OnePlus Nord 3, Nord CE 3, and Nord CE 3 Lite. They usually receive fewer major updates. If your phone is older, it might already be at its update limit. This is how software updates work for most smartphone brands.
Keep an eye out for official announcements from OnePlus. They will confirm the exact rollout schedule later. The company’s unique software experience, OxygenOS on Wikipedia, continues to evolve.
Are you excited for OxygenOS 16? Is your current OnePlus phone on the eligible list? Share your thoughts!