OnePlus just released OxygenOS 16, its newest Android 16 skin. It brings AI tools, extra lock screen options, speed boosts, fresh widgets, and smooth animations from the OnePlus Flow Motion system. A new tool called Plus Mind groups screen items into a main spot named Mind Space.
This OxygenOS version goes beyond a simple update. It lifts the user experience and adds real value to the phone. You might ask about the rollout date for your device. Here’s the plan for OxygenOS 16.
OnePlus OxygenOS 16 (Android 16) rollout timeline
The OxygenOS 16 rollout begins next month, starting with the OnePlus 13 series, and expands to the OnePlus 12 series, OnePlus Pad, and a few tablets later in the month. The OnePlus 11 series and some mid-range Nord phones will join the party in December, while the remaining devices will receive the update in the first quarter of 2026.
Starting November 2025
- OnePlus 13
- OnePlus 13R
- OnePlus 13S
- OnePlus Open
- OnePlus 12
- OnePlus 12R
- OnePlus Pad 3
- OnePlus Pad 2
Starting December 2025
- OnePlus 11 5G
- OnePlus 11R 5G
- OnePlus Nord 5
- OnePlus Nord CE5
- OnePlus Nord 4
- OnePlus Nord 3 5G
Starting Q1 2026
- OnePlus 10 Pro 5G
- OnePlus Nord CE4
- OnePlus Nord CE4 Lite 5G
- OnePlus Pad
- OnePlus Pad Lite
The updates are usually rolled out in batches. So, if an update starts rolling out somewhere else, it may take a few days to reach your device. However, the expansion is usually quick. To manually check for updates, go to Settings > System & update > Software update, and then tap on Check for updates.
OxygenOS 16 is a major upgrade with a download size of a few gigabytes. To ensure a smooth upgrade to OxygenOS 16, please ensure your device has at least 5-6GB of free internal storage before downloading the software package and at least 40% battery before installing it. You can also create a backup of important data for added security.
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