OnePlus Launches OxygenOS 16 in India: Top 5 Features, Eligible Devices, and Rollout Details
OxygenOS 16 has officially arrived in India, powered by Android 16. OnePlus has packed this update with smoother animations, customizable home screen options, smarter AI tools, and several visual upgrades. Whether you own a flagship or a Nord device, OxygenOS 16 is designed to feel faster, smarter, and more personal.
Let’s take a look at the top 5 new features, the eligible device list, and everything you need to know about the rollout.
Top 5 Features of OxygenOS 16
1. Fluid Animations with Parallel Processing 2.0
OxygenOS 16 introduces “Parallel Processing 2.0,” a new animation engine that allows transitions to start even before the previous task finishes. This makes the entire interface feel smoother—from opening apps to navigating between menus. You’ll notice more fluid motion in gestures, app switching, and scrolling, creating a refined, seamless experience across the UI.
2. Resizable App Icons and Improved Multitasking
OnePlus is giving users more control over how their home screen looks. You can now resize app icons and folders to your liking. The update also improves multitasking—on tablets, users can open up to five apps simultaneously with OnePlus’ Open Canvas system. You can use three apps in split view and two more in floating windows, making OxygenOS 16 ideal for productivity and multitasking.
3. Lock Screen Widgets, Themes, and Wallpapers
Customization gets a big boost with the new Flux Theme 2.0. Users can set Motion Photos or video wallpapers that bring subtle movement to the screen. A new full-screen Always-On Display (AOD) lets you show wallpapers and live info even when the screen is off.
Perhaps the most-requested feature—lock screen widgets—is finally here. You can now stack widgets vertically or horizontally to quickly access tools like weather, calendar, or music without unlocking your phone.
4. Fluid Cloud Notifications and Refreshed UI
OxygenOS 16 debuts Fluid Cloud, which shows live notifications from apps like Spotify, sports platforms, and food delivery services directly on the lock screen. You’ll see real-time updates without unlocking your phone.
The interface also gets a visual refresh, with Gaussian blur effects, rounded corners, and a translucent design that runs through Quick Settings, the App Drawer, and system apps like Clock and Calculator.
5. Plus Mind: OnePlus’ AI Memory Space
OxygenOS 16 improves OnePlus’ AI feature called Plus Mind. Originally a simple note-taking tool, Plus Mind now works like a personal memory vault. You can save long screenshots, articles, images, and even record voice notes up to one minute using the Plus Key. It’s designed to help you capture and organize content effortlessly.
OxygenOS 16 Device List and Eligibility
Here’s the official list of devices eligible for the OxygenOS 16 (Android 16) update:
Flagship Series:
- OnePlus 10 Pro*
- OnePlus 11, 11R
- OnePlus 12, 12R
- OnePlus Open
- OnePlus 13, 13R, 13s, 15
(Note: The 10 Pro’s inclusion is a pleasant surprise since its support was previously expected to end with OxygenOS 15.)
Nord Series:
- OnePlus Nord 3, Nord 4, Nord 5
Nord CE Series:
- Nord CE4, CE4 Lite, CE5
Pad Series:
- OnePlus Pad, Pad 2, Pad 3, Pad Lite
Ineligible Devices for OxygenOS 16
The following models will not receive the OxygenOS 16 update:
- Flagship: 10T, 10R, and all models below the OnePlus 10 series
- Nord: Nord, Nord 2, Nord 2T
- Nord CE: CE, CE2, CE2 Lite, CE3, CE3 Lite
- N Series: N10, N100, N200, N20, N300, N30, N30 SE
- Pad: Pad Go
OxygenOS 16 Rollout Timeline
OnePlus teased OxygenOS 16 on October 16, 2025. However, a “launch” doesn’t mean immediate global rollout. Updates typically arrive in stages starting with the Indian market and newer flagship models.
You may see a delay between announcement and actual OTA (over-the-air) availability for your device. Rollouts are incremental to ensure stability, meaning some users will get the update before others.
If your device hasn’t received it yet, don’t worry it’s normal. OnePlus monitors feedback during the early rollout and may pause or adjust the update if any bugs appear.
Beta Testing and Early Access
The OxygenOS 16 Open Beta Program has already started for selected devices and regions. If you’re part of the beta community, you can test new features before the official stable version lands. Just remember that beta builds can contain bugs or performance issues, so it’s best to back up your data before enrolling.
Final Thoughts
OxygenOS 16 represents a big step forward for OnePlus in blending design, performance, and AI-driven personalization. With smoother animations, new customization tools, and a more connected experience through Fluid Cloud and Plus Mind, OxygenOS 16 feels like a mature evolution of the brand’s software identity.
If you’re in India and own an eligible device, you can expect the update soon. Keep an eye on your phone’s system updates or join the beta program to try it early.
