Great news for OnePlus users! The highly anticipated OxygenOS 16 update, based on Android 16, has officially started rolling out for select devices, starting with the OnePlus 13 and OnePlus 13s. This major upgrade brings a refreshed user interface, improved performance, and AI-driven tools that enhance your everyday smartphone experience.
OxygenOS 16 combines speed, simplicity, and intelligence—key elements that define the OnePlus experience. From customizable icons to AI-powered multitasking, here are the top five features that make this update worth the wait.
1. Fluid Animations: Powered by Parallel Processing 2.0
OxygenOS 16 introduces Fluid Animations using the advanced Parallel Processing 2.0 technology. This system ensures smoother navigation gestures, fluid app transitions, and lag-free system interactions. Whether you’re switching between apps or scrolling through menus, everything feels more responsive and natural—just like real motion.
2. Resizable Icons and Enhanced Multitasking
Customization is now more flexible than ever. You can resize app icons and folders on your home screen to suit your style. For tablet users, the experience has been redesigned for productivity — allowing up to 5 apps in Open Canvas, 3 in Split View, and 2 in Floating Windows. This makes multitasking simpler and faster, ideal for both personal and professional use.
3. Lock Screen Widgets, New Wallpapers & Themes
The new Flux Theme 2.0 in OxygenOS 16 brings video wallpapers, Motion Photos, and an upgraded Always-on Display (AOD). You can also add lock screen widgets for quick access to essential information — these widgets adjust automatically between horizontal or vertical layouts based on your chosen theme. It’s the most personal lock screen experience yet on a OnePlus device.
4. Fluid Cloud: Smarter Notifications on Your Lock Screen
Meet Fluid Cloud, a dynamic notification system that shows real-time updates right on your lock screen. Whether it’s food delivery status, live sports scores, or Spotify playback controls, everything appears in an elegant, translucent interface with rounded corners and Gaussian blur effects. It’s both beautiful and functional — a clear evolution in OnePlus design.
5. Plus Mind (AI Feature): Your Smartest Assistant Yet
The new Plus Mind AI is now more powerful and versatile. Previously limited to screenshots, it can now record voice memos, share images, and capture long screenshots. This feature uses AI to make your phone more context-aware and efficient. Currently, Plus Mind is exclusive to OnePlus 13 and 13s, giving flagship users an early taste of next-gen AI capabilities.
How to Download and Install OxygenOS 16
To get the latest OxygenOS 16 update on your OnePlus device:
- Make sure your phone is running the latest OxygenOS version.
- Go to Settings → Software Update.
- Tap Download and Install when OxygenOS 16 appears.
- Ensure your phone has at least 30% battery and enough storage space before proceeding.
Once installed, you’ll instantly notice smoother performance, upgraded visuals, and a smarter interface throughout.
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Eligible Devices for OxygenOS 16 Update
Phase 1 (Now Rolling Out)
- OnePlus 13
- OnePlus 13s
- OnePlus 13R
- OnePlus Open
- OnePlus 12
- OnePlus 12R
- OnePlus Pad 2
- OnePlus Pad 3
Phase 2 (December 2025)
- OnePlus 11, 11R
- OnePlus Nord 5
- OnePlus Nord CE 5
- OnePlus Nord 4
- OnePlus Nord 3
Phase 3 (January – March 2026)
- OnePlus Pad
- OnePlus Pad Lite
- OnePlus 10 Pro
- OnePlus Nord CE 4
- OnePlus Nord CE 4 Lite
What to Expect After Updating
With OxygenOS 16, OnePlus promises a faster, smarter, and more AI-integrated experience. The combination of Android 16’s intelligence and OnePlus’s performance optimization ensures a seamless user journey — whether you’re gaming, creating content, or multitasking across apps.
If you own a compatible device, this update is worth installing right away to enjoy the best of Android 16 + OxygenOS innovation.
