OxygenOS 13 based on Android 13 was officially announced by OnePlus during the OnePlus 10T launch earlier in August 2022. OxygenOS 13 is OnePlus’ custom Android skin for OnePlus devices in India and other global markets. For those unaware, OnePlus devices in China now use the ColorOS skin.
The company has announced the list of devices eligible for the Android 13 update, and we have around 15 OnePlus devices scheduled to get OxygenOS 13. The stable version of the update will start rolling out later in 2022 once Google will announce the stable version of Android 13. . Before releasing the more stable version of the update, OnePlus usually does a closed beta and open beta program to test the new OxygenOS skin; in case you are interested, you can sign up as they announce the details on the OnePlus forum.
Also read: Android 13 Update Tracker: Expected release date, main features, compatible devices, and more.
Let’s take a look at the release date, features and list of eligible devices for OxygenOS 13.
OxygenOS 13 update release date
On August 3, OnePlus announced OxygenOS 13 based on Android 13 and revealed some of the main features of the update. A week after the announcement, OxygenOS 13 Open Beta 1 for the OnePlus 10 Pro was also announced. The stable version of the OxygenOS update will begin rolling out once Google unveils Android 13 later this year.
Key Features of OxygenOS 13
Design
According to OnePlus, the new OxygenOS 13 combines its faster, smoother experience and more stable performance with an all-new Aquamorphic design, which is inspired by the flow of water. OxygenOS 13 now comes with soft, rounded edges in its design. The new update will also make widgets more accessible with a long press. The design colors of OxygenOS 13 will smartly adapt to the time of day you use your device.
Always-on display (AOD)
OnePlus is adding a whole bunch of new additions to the AoD. OxygenOS 13 is getting more contextual recommendations for AoD. For example, in India, AOD functionality for tracking food deliveries will be available for Zomato and Swiggy. Apart from that, you also get Spotify’s AoD widget and lots of other customization options like Bitmoji, Canvas, etc.
smart launcher
New addition with Android 13, OnePlus’ Smart Launcher lets you access apps from folders faster by maximizing folders and their contents on your home screen (similar to the Nothing Launcher). Applications in folders can be operated directly without having to open the folder itself. With the launcher, you can also quickly add widgets.
AI System Booster
This AI system booster with advanced and intelligent memory management systems allows you to suspend more apps at once so you can quickly switch between them for a faster, smoother and uninterrupted experience . This should also help with better memory management.
Sidebar Toolbox
Also new for OnePlus, the sidebar toolkit provides a better one-handed user experience. The sidebar, if enabled, will display pre-selected apps and tools like a calculator, notes, etc.
audio
OnePlus is adding a few new audio-related features with OxygenOS 13. The new version of the skin will offer spatial audio support, where you can adjust the direction of sound in different apps (however, you need a compatible hardware). And then there is also support for Dolby Atmos. Another feature added and improved by OnePlus is Quick Pairing. Fast Pair lets you seamlessly connect your device with supported wireless headphones and earphones, smart TVs, and more in seconds. Finally, with Audio Switch, you can easily switch between audio devices, or vice versa.
Privacy Features
With OxygenOS 13, if you take a screenshot of a chat, the system will add an automatic pixelation feature. The system can automatically identify and rasterize profile pictures and display names in a chat screenshot to protect privacy. Also, the system adds regular clearing of clipboard data for privacy protection. Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) is used to encrypt all files to enhance private file security.
Everything else
- The update moves to Quantum Animation Engine 4.0, with a new behavior recognition feature, which recognizes complex gestures and provides optimized interactions
- HyperBoost Gaming Engine 4.0 to stabilize frame rate and balance performance and power consumption in key scenarios
- Optimizes fonts for better readability
- Enriches and optimizes feature illustrations by incorporating multicultural and inclusive elements
- More markup tools for screenshot editing
- Swiping down on the home screen will bring up the default shelf (can be disabled)
- Adds media playback control and optimizes quick settings experience
- Real physical movements of animations to make them more natural and intuitive.
- Nearby Sharing lets you transfer content from Android and Windows devices
- Optimizes headphone connectivity to deliver a smoother experience
- App streaming lets you cast screen content to other nearby ChromeOS devices
- Automatically warn of risky apps and downloads for better security
- Private Safe 2.0 secures data, documents and media files in a virtual vault so that they cannot be accessed by other applications
OxygenOS 13 List of compatible OnePlus mobiles
OnePlus has confirmed the OxygenOS 13 update based on Android 13 for the following OnePlus smartphones.
- OnePlus 10 Pro
- OnePlus 10T
- OnePlus 10R
- OnePlus 9RT
- OnePlus 9R
- OnePlus 9 Pro
- OnePlus 9
- OnePlus 8T
- OnePlus 8 Pro
- OnePlus 8
- OnePlus Nord 2T
- OnePlus Nord 2
- OnePlus Nord CE 2
- OnePlus NordCE
- OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite
In case you missed it, OnePlus promised three years of updates for OnePlus 10/9/8 series devices and four years of security updates. OnePlus Nord and OnePlus 7 series devices will receive two operating system updates and three years of security updates. The OnePlus Nord N series will receive an operating system update and three years of security updates.
OxygenOS 13 latest news
Oxygen OS 13 beta update available for OnePlus 10 Pro users in India
A week after the announcement of OxygenOS 13, OnePlus started rolling out Oxygen OS 13 Beta for OnePlus 10 Pro users in India and North America. Interested users can enroll in the program by manually installing the update. More OnePlus devices are being accelerated to receive the open beta update soon.
OxygenOS 13 announced, here is a list of OnePlus devices that will receive a new update
The OxygenOS 13 software skin was announced on August 3 during the OnePlus 10T launch event. The company reveals all major features of Android 13 for OnePlus devices and also announced the list of devices eligible for the update.
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OxygenOS 13 based on Android 13 was officially announced by OnePlus during the OnePlus 10T launch earlier in August 2022. OxygenOS 13 is OnePlus’ custom Android skin for OnePlus devices in India and other global markets. For those unaware, OnePlus devices in China now use the ColorOS skin.
The company has announced the list of devices eligible for the Android 13 update, and we have around 15 OnePlus devices scheduled to get OxygenOS 13. The stable version of the update will start rolling out later in 2022 once Google will announce the stable version of Android 13. . Before releasing the more stable version of the update, OnePlus usually does a closed beta and open beta program to test the new OxygenOS skin; in case you are interested, you can sign up as they announce the details on the OnePlus forum.
Also read: Android 13 Update Tracker: Expected release date, main features, compatible devices, and more.
Let’s take a look at the release date, features and list of eligible devices for OxygenOS 13.
OxygenOS 13 update release date
On August 3, OnePlus announced OxygenOS 13 based on Android 13 and revealed some of the main features of the update. A week after the announcement, OxygenOS 13 Open Beta 1 for the OnePlus 10 Pro was also announced. The stable version of the OxygenOS update will begin rolling out once Google unveils Android 13 later this year.
Key Features of OxygenOS 13
Design
According to OnePlus, the new OxygenOS 13 combines its faster, smoother experience and more stable performance with an all-new Aquamorphic design, which is inspired by the flow of water. OxygenOS 13 now comes with soft, rounded edges in its design. The new update will also make widgets more accessible with a long press. The design colors of OxygenOS 13 will smartly adapt to the time of day you use your device.
Always-on display (AOD)
OnePlus is adding a whole bunch of new additions to the AoD. OxygenOS 13 is getting more contextual recommendations for AoD. For example, in India, AOD functionality for tracking food deliveries will be available for Zomato and Swiggy. Apart from that, you also get Spotify’s AoD widget and lots of other customization options like Bitmoji, Canvas, etc.
smart launcher
New addition with Android 13, OnePlus’ Smart Launcher lets you access apps from folders faster by maximizing folders and their contents on your home screen (similar to the Nothing Launcher). Applications in folders can be operated directly without having to open the folder itself. With the launcher, you can also quickly add widgets.
AI System Booster
This AI system booster with advanced and intelligent memory management systems allows you to suspend more apps at once so you can quickly switch between them for a faster, smoother and uninterrupted experience . This should also help with better memory management.
Sidebar Toolbox
Also new for OnePlus, the sidebar toolkit provides a better one-handed user experience. The sidebar, if enabled, will display pre-selected apps and tools like a calculator, notes, etc.
audio
OnePlus is adding a few new audio-related features with OxygenOS 13. The new version of the skin will offer spatial audio support, where you can adjust the direction of sound in different apps (however, you need a compatible hardware). And then there is also support for Dolby Atmos. Another feature added and improved by OnePlus is Quick Pairing. Fast Pair lets you seamlessly connect your device with supported wireless headphones and earphones, smart TVs, and more in seconds. Finally, with Audio Switch, you can easily switch between audio devices, or vice versa.
Privacy Features
With OxygenOS 13, if you take a screenshot of a chat, the system will add an automatic pixelation feature. The system can automatically identify and rasterize profile pictures and display names in a chat screenshot to protect privacy. Also, the system adds regular clearing of clipboard data for privacy protection. Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) is used to encrypt all files to enhance private file security.
Everything else
- The update moves to Quantum Animation Engine 4.0, with a new behavior recognition feature, which recognizes complex gestures and provides optimized interactions
- HyperBoost Gaming Engine 4.0 to stabilize frame rate and balance performance and power consumption in key scenarios
- Optimizes fonts for better readability
- Enriches and optimizes feature illustrations by incorporating multicultural and inclusive elements
- More markup tools for screenshot editing
- Swiping down on the home screen will bring up the default shelf (can be disabled)
- Adds media playback control and optimizes quick settings experience
- Real physical movements of animations to make them more natural and intuitive.
- Nearby Sharing lets you transfer content from Android and Windows devices
- Optimizes headphone connectivity to deliver a smoother experience
- App streaming lets you cast screen content to other nearby ChromeOS devices
- Automatically warn of risky apps and downloads for better security
- Private Safe 2.0 secures data, documents and media files in a virtual vault so that they cannot be accessed by other applications
OxygenOS 13 List of compatible OnePlus mobiles
OnePlus has confirmed the OxygenOS 13 update based on Android 13 for the following OnePlus smartphones.
- OnePlus 10 Pro
- OnePlus 10T
- OnePlus 10R
- OnePlus 9RT
- OnePlus 9R
- OnePlus 9 Pro
- OnePlus 9
- OnePlus 8T
- OnePlus 8 Pro
- OnePlus 8
- OnePlus Nord 2T
- OnePlus Nord 2
- OnePlus Nord CE 2
- OnePlus NordCE
- OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite
In case you missed it, OnePlus promised three years of updates for OnePlus 10/9/8 series devices and four years of security updates. OnePlus Nord and OnePlus 7 series devices will receive two operating system updates and three years of security updates. The OnePlus Nord N series will receive an operating system update and three years of security updates.
OxygenOS 13 latest news
Oxygen OS 13 beta update available for OnePlus 10 Pro users in India
A week after the announcement of OxygenOS 13, OnePlus started rolling out Oxygen OS 13 Beta for OnePlus 10 Pro users in India and North America. Interested users can enroll in the program by manually installing the update. More OnePlus devices are being accelerated to receive the open beta update soon.
OxygenOS 13 announced, here is a list of OnePlus devices that will receive a new update
The OxygenOS 13 software skin was announced on August 3 during the OnePlus 10T launch event. The company reveals all major features of Android 13 for OnePlus devices and also announced the list of devices eligible for the update.
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