OnePlus sends out invites for September 19th event, likely for new phone

 By Vaibhav Jain on September 12, 2017       

Just a few months back OnePlus announced the OnePlus 5 with Dual Cameras and Snapdragon 835 SoC. Now, the Chinese brand is planning to launch another product on 19 September.

As per reports OnePlus has sent out media invites for the event to be held in Paris saying "When the style meets its machine, one night in September in Paris…”. However, there is nothing revealed on what OnePlus will launch at the event.

According to Techadvisor, the mention of ‘machine’ means it could possibly be a phone. OnePlus has a knack of launching "Limited Designer Editions" of its Smartphones. So, it could be OnePlus 5 Limited Edition or even the brand new OnePlus 5T.

That said, We'll let you know once we get more information regarding this launch event. Stay tuned to our Facebook and Twitter page to get the first News.

Source: Techadvisor

Unofficial LineageOS 15 (Android 8.0 Oreo) Build Available for the OnePlus 5

 By Vaibhav Jain on September 08, 2017       

You can now download and install the LineageOS 15 based on Android 8.0 Oreo on your gorgeous looking OnePlus 5 Smartphone.

Google recently launched the Next Iteration of its Android Operating System Android 8.0 Oreo. The Tech Giant also pushed Android Oreo source code to AOSP, helping the developers develop custom ROMs for their devices based on Oreo.

Well, if you are a OnePlus 5 owner, then this recent development might be of interest to you. Developer "King_lilrowrow" has successfully ported Android 8.0 Oreo LineageOS 15 on the OnePlus 5. Additionally, most major aspects of the phone are working as expected (such as the RIL, WiFi, sensors, etc.), but it's still not suitable for daily use.

You'll need to Unlock Bootloader and Install TWRP Custom Recovery in-order to Install the LineageOS 15 Android 8.0 Oreo Rom on OnePlus 5 Cheeseburger. You can grab the Custom Rom ZIP file from below.

Stay tuned  to our Facebook and Twitter page to get the first News.

Download LineageOS 15 for OnePlus 5 Cheeseburger

LineageOS 15 (Recent Release) (Thanks to the Developer)

Android 8.0 Oreo Gapps

OnePlus 3 closed beta group receives Official Android 8.0 Oreo

 By Vaibhav Jain on September 07, 2017       

We all know that OnePlus is one of the fastest when it comes to updating it's flagship Smartphones to the latest Android OS. Additionally OxygenOS's stock-like interface has never taken too long to update.

OnePlus has already confirmed that the "Flagship Killer" OnePlus 3 and OnePlus 3T won't be getting any major OS updates after Android O.

Now, OnePlus has started rolling out the Official Android 8.0.0 Oreo update to OnePlus 3 Closed beta users. This means that the Oreo won't be coming to all users at once, but selected users will get the update for testing purpose.

The company says that it will continue testing the updates. Most major aspects of the phone are not working as expected (such as the NFC, WiFi, hotspot, and Bluetooth.)

Stay tuned to our Facebook and Twitter page to get the first News.

Via: AndroidPolice

Unofficial LineageOS 15 (Android 8.0 Oreo) Build Available for the OnePlus X

 By Vaibhav Jain on September 03, 2017       

You can now download and install the LineageOS 15 based on Android 8.0 Oreo on your gorgeous looking OnePlus X Smartphone.

Google recently launched the Next Iteration of its Android Operating System Android 8.0 Oreo. The Tech Giant also pushed Android Oreo source code to AOSP, helping the developers develop custom ROMs for their devices based on Oreo.

Well, if you are a OnePlus X owner, then this recent development might be of interest to you. Developer "YumeMichi" has successfully ported Android 8.0 Oreo LineageOS 15 on the OnePlus X. Additionally, most major aspects of the phone are working as expected (such as the RIL, WiFi, sensors, etc.), but it's still not suitable for daily use.

You'll need to Unlock Bootloader and Install TWRP Custom Recovery in-order to Install the LineageOS 15 Android 8.0 Oreo Rom on OnePlus X Onyx. You can grab the Custom Rom ZIP file from below.

Stay tuned  to our Facebook and Twitter page to get the first News.

Download LineageOS 15 for OnePlus X Onyx

LineageOS 15 (Recent Release) (Thanks to the Developer)

Android 8.0 Oreo Gapps

OnePlus One gets Experimental Android 8.0 Oreo

 By Vaibhav Jain on September 03, 2017       

With the release of Android 8.0 Oreo, Google also pushed Android Oreo source code to AOSP.

We all know that most of the devices won't be getting Official Android 8.0 Oreo update, but with Android Oreo AOSP code base, developers will be able to develop custom ROMs for the Android devices based on Google's latest OS.

Well, if you are a OnePlus One owner, then this recent development might be of interest to you. Developer "Agent_fabulous" has successfully ported Android 8.0 Oreo AOSP on the OnePlus One. Additionally, most major aspects of the phone are working as expected (such as the RIL, WiFi, Bluetooth, sensors, etc.).

You'll need to Unlock Bootloader and Install TWRP Custom Recovery in-order to Install the AOSP Android 8.0 Oreo Rom on OnePlus One Bacon. You can grab the Custom Rom ZIP file from below.

Download:

AOSP 8.0 for OnePlus One: Download Here

Gapps: Download Here

That said, stay tuned  to our Facebook and Twitter page to get the first News.

Android 8.0 Oreo Is Coming Soon to OnePlus One, Ported by Developers

 By Vaibhav Jain on August 26, 2017       

With the release of Android 8.0 Oreo, Google also pushed Android Oreo source code to AOSP.

We all know that most of the devices won't be getting Official Android 8.0 Oreo update, but with Android Oreo AOSP code base, developers will be able develop custom ROMs for the Android devices based on Google's latest OS.

Well, if you are a OnePlus One owner, then this recent development might be of interest to you. Developer "Prema Chand Alugu", "John Brewer", and "Martin Coulon" has successfully booted up Android 8.0 Oreo GroundZero Open Source Project (GZOSP) on the OnePlus One. The developer has also shared a screenshot showing the About Phone Settings section.

As you can see in the below Screenshot Image, the OnePlus One is running Android 8.0.0 Oreo based on GZOSP. It is having the latest August 5, 2017 Security patch.

The developer is actively working to fix all the bugs present and is expected release the Custom Rom soon. 

You'll need to Root and Install TWRP Custom Recovery in-order to Install the Android 8.0 Oreo Rom on OnePlus One Bacon.

That said, we'll notify you once developer releases the Android Oreo Rom. Stay tuned to our Facebook and Twitter page to get the first News.

Source: Google+

[Update] LineageOS 15 (Android 8.0 Oreo) is in the works for the OnePlus One and OnePlus Two

 By Vaibhav Jain on August 25, 2017       

Article: 8/24/2017
Android 8.0 Oreo based LineageOS 15 is in the works for the OnePlus One (Bacon).

Just a day ago, we reported that the Lineage Team has started work on LineageOS 15 (Android 8.0 Oreo). The confirmation came when the team posted on Github the Initial manifest files for the LineageOS 15.

According to the latest Lineage Project information, the developer friendly OnePlus One with codename Bacon may soon get the LineageOS 15 based on Android Oreo.

The team posted on their official website the development files of LinageOS 15 for the OnePlus One, although that doesn't mean a LineageOS 15 release date is available.

If all goes right, OnePlus One users might get Android 8.0 Oreo update through the LineageOS 15 very soon. That said, we'll keep you updated with every news of the LineageOS 15. Stay tuned to our Facebook and Twitter page to get the first News.

Update: 8/25/2017

It seems that Lineage Team has also started developing the LineageOS 15 for the OnePlus Two. Here's the Android 8.0 Oreo (LineageOS 15) Project Page: Lineage Gerrit

Nokia 8 vs OnePlus 5: Specs Comparison

 By Vaibhav Jain on August 17, 2017       

Nokia 8 vs OnePlus 5
OS And Hardware
OS	Android 7.1.1 Nougat	Android 7.1.1 Nougat
Processor	Octa core (4 2.5GHz Qualcomm® Kryo™ CPU + 4 1.8GHz Kryo)	2.45 GHz Octa-Core CPU
Chipset	Snapdragon 835	Snapdragon 835
GPU	Adreno 540	Adreno 540
Display
Protection	Corning Gorilla Glass 5	Corning Gorilla Glass 5
Type	IPS	Optic AMOLED
Screen Size	5.3 inches QHD	5.5 inches FHD
Memory
Internal	64 GB	64/128 GB
RAM	4 GB	6/8 GB
Camera
Primary	13MP Dual Camera, f/2.0, PDAF	Dual 16MP, ƒ/1.7, DCAF
Secondary	13 MP	16 MP
Battery and Power
Type	3090 mAh | Quick Charging	3300 mAh | Dash Charging
Other
3.5mm Jack	Yes	Yes
Price
USD	$700	$479

Which one would you choose?

OnePlus 3/3T won’t get any major OS update after Android O

 By Vaibhav Jain on August 12, 2017       

We all know that OnePlus is one of the fastest when it comes to updating it's flagship Smartphones to the latest Android OS. Additionally OxygenOS's stock-like interface has never taken too long to update.

OnePlus has reportedly confirmed that the "Flagship Killer" OnePlus 3 and OnePlus 3T won't be getting any major OS updates after Android O. OnePlus 3/3T are one of the best Smartphones of the year 2016 and there's no excuse to drop support for a device this soon. Not cool, OnePlus.

However, the company says that it will continue rolling out Security Patches. The OxygenOS 4.5 with August security patch for both the devices is on it's way.

That said, Google might unveil the final Android O this month. There's no information regarding when OnePlus will be rolling out the final Android O for its devices.

OnePlus 5 Gets Soft Gold Color

 By Vaibhav Jain on August 07, 2017       

OnePlus 5 is probably one of the best Android Smartphone of the year 2017. The smartphone received a ton of praise and at the same time some criticize due to its design and hardware issues.

Throwing the criticize aside, the Company has finally announced a new "Soft Gold" Color for its OnePlus 5. Another exciting news is that the Slate Gray OnePlus 5 will soon be available in the 128/8GB RAM variant.

Apart from the color, there’s nothing different in terms of specifications of the devices. OnePlus 5 comes with a 5.5-inch display sporting a resolution of 1080x1920 pixels, a Snapdragon 835 processor paired with 6/8GB of RAM and 64/128Gb of internal storage. Other features includes a Dual 16MP camera for photos and videos, 16MP front-facing camera, a 3,300 mAh battery and ships with Android 7.1.1 Nougat as its operating system. 

The limited edition Soft Gold OnePlus 5 can be purchased in the US now for $479, but only in the 64GB/6GB RAM configuration. India will get this new color on August 9 for 32,999/-

Image Credits: MKBHD

OnePlus withdraws OxygenOS 4.5.7, rolls out OxygenOS 4.5.8

 By Vaibhav Jain on August 04, 2017       

Just a few days ago, we reported that OnePlus has started pushing OxygenOS 4.5.7 for the OnePlus 5 with new features and bug fixes.

Following the update, several users on OnePlus' forum and reddit started noticing a lot of stutter while playing games. OnePlus acknowledged the issue and has withdrawn the update.

OnePlus has now started pushing OxygenOS 4.5.8 with a fix for those who have already installed OxygenOS 4.5.7, and those who haven't installed the OxygenOS 4.5.7 will directly get OxygenOS 4.5.8 with new features and bug fixes.

The changelog of the OxygenOS 4.5.8 is similar to the OxygenOS 5.5.7, the update includes new OnePlus Slate font, adds EIS (Electronic image stabilization) for 4k video recording, and updates the Security patch to 1st July 2017. Here's the full Changelog.

Mint Gold OnePlus 5 Expected to Launch Soon

 By Vaibhav Jain on August 03, 2017       

OnePlus 5 is probably one of the best Android Smartphone of the year 2017. The smartphone received a ton of praise and at the same time some criticize due to its design and hardware issues. 

The OnePlus 5 is available in two different color options, Slate Gray offering features 6GB RAM and 64GB storage, while the Midnight Black variant offers 8GB RAM and 128GB storage. Now, OnePlus has started teasing a new colour variant for the OnePlus 5.

According to the information we got, OnePlus is expected to launch  the Mint Gold color variant of the OnePlus 5. The information was further confirmed from an earlier TENAA listing which showed Mint Gold as another color option for the OnePlus 5.

Apart from the color, there’s nothing different in terms of specifications of the devices. OnePlus 5 comes with a 5.5-inch display sporting a resolution of 1080x1920 pixels, a Snapdragon 835 processor paired with 6/8GB of RAM and 64/128Gb of internal storage. Other features includes a Dual 16MP camera for photos and videos, 16MP front-facing camera, a 3,300 mAh battery and ships with Android 7.1.1 Nougat as its operating system. 

We’ll update you as soon as the new color option is released by OnePlus along with complete pricing and availability details.

OxygenOS 4.5.7 roll-out begins for OnePlus 5 owners

 By Vaibhav Jain on August 01, 2017       

The OnePlus 5 is now getting a software update with new features, latest Android security patch, bug fixes, and other improvements. 

The update arrives as OxygenOS 4.5.7, brings new OnePlus Slate font, adds EIS (Electronic image stabilization) for 4k video recording, and updates the Security patch to 1st July 2017.

Take a look at the complete changelog of the update below:

• New additions:
• Introducing the all new OnePlus Slate font
• Added EIS for 4k video recording
• Updates:


• Updated Android security patch level to 1st July 2017
• Updated to latest GMS package
• Optimizations:
• Wi-Fi connectivity improvements
• Standby battery enhancements
• Bug Fixes:
• Fixed occasional sound leaks in the speakers when using earphones
• Fixed camera shutter sound bug in silent mode for Indian region
• Fixed missing sound channels when recording videos

The update is slowly rolling out in all the countries, but it will take some time to reach your smartphone. Also, you will receive the update only if you're using Stock Un-modified firmware.

Via

OnePlus already working on OxygenOS 4.6 for the OnePlus 5, here is what we can expect

 By Vaibhav Jain on July 29, 2017       

We all know that OnePlus is one of the fastest when it comes on providing new software updates to its high-end smartphones. 

According to the latest reports from French publication Frandroid, OnePlus has already started working on the next iteration of OxygenOS for the OnePlus 5.

The upcoming OxygenOS 4.6 is going to be a huge update for the OnePlus 5. The highlight of this new update is better autonomy for the phone's battery. OnePlus also plans to make some significant changes to the kernel which will apparently improve the battery life.

The report also says that OnePlus might implement Energy Aware Scheduling (EAS) technology into the phone's kernel which will improve its battery life and will help in better management of cores of the Snapdragon 835 processor. 

Frandroid

OnePlus 5 is now getting OxygenOS 4.5.6 OTA, fixes 911 Reboot Issue

 By Vaibhav Jain on July 20, 2017       

Even if you are not a OnePlus 5 user, you might have heard about the news that the OnePlus 5 is Rebooting when dialing Emergency number 911, and that's actually something which needs to be fixed at the earliest.

OnePlus is now rolling out a hot fix OxygenOS 4.5.6 OTA for the OnePlus 5 devices which fixes the issue that was causing OnePlus 5 to reboot when calling to an emergency number.

Here's the official changelog, posted by the community moderator: "Fixed reboot caused by dialing 911 on certain OnePlus 5 units"

OnePlus says that the OTA update is incremental and will reach a small percentage of users today, other users will get it soon. Got the update? Let us know in the below comment section!

OnePlus 3T vs Moto Z2 Play: Specs Comparison

 By Vaibhav Jain on July 17, 2017       

OnePlus 3T vs Moto Z2 Play
OS And Hardware
OS	Android 7.1.1 Nougat | OxygenOS	Android 7.1.1 Nougat
Processor	Quad-core (2x2.35 GHz Kryo & 2x1.6 GHz Kryo)	Octa-core 2.2 GHz Cortex-A53
Chipset	Snapdragon 821	Snapdragon 626
GPU	Adreno 530	Adreno 506
Display
Type	Optic AMOLED	Super AMOLED
Protection	Corning Gorilla Glass 4	Corning Gorilla Glass 3
Screen Size	5.5 inches	5.5 inches
Memory
Internal	64 GB	32/64 GB
RAM	6 GB	3/4 GB
Camera
Primary	16MP PDAF, f/2.0, OIS	12MP PDAF, Laser AF, f/1.7
Secondary	16 MP	5 MP
Battery and Power
Type	3400 mAh | Dash Charging	3000 mAh | Turbo Charging
Price
Indian Rs.	Rs. 27,999	Rs. 28,999

Which one would you choose?

Is the OnePlus 5 Waterproof?

 By Vaibhav Jain on June 29, 2017       

Since the OnePlus 5 have been out for a few days, some users have begun to test the breaking point of the new device, especially in regards to the possibility of water resistance. A handful of YouTubers are doing 1 minute water test of the OnePlus 5 under a few inches of water, claiming that it's waterproof, but they don't know that the main problem occurs after few hours or few days!

And now, french media "frandroid" exclusively claims that OnePlus made the OnePlus 5 nearly waterproof and didn't tell anyone. The OnePlus 5 is actually IP67 if it passes the certification, claims the same media. IP67 rating means that it is fully protected from dust and can also withstand being submerged in 1m (about 3.3 feet) of static water for up to 30 mins.

It could be possible that OnePlus 5 sport a combination of new technology that makes it far more resistant to liquid damage than past OnePlus Smartphones, but that doesn't mean that it's waterproof. OnePlus has yet to comment publicly about this, we will let you know once the official statement is out!

With the OnePlus 5, you get a 5.5-inch 1080p Optic AMOLED display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 processor, 6GB/8GB RAM, 64GB/128 GB storage, 20+16 MP Dual Rear Camera with F/2.6 and F/1.7 aperture for the best low-light, zoom and anti-blur photos with enhanced image processing, 16MP front facing camera, 3300mAh battery with Dash Charge (58% battery in 30 minutes of charging), and Android 7.1.1 Nougat.

OnePlus 6 may feature a Rear-Facing Fingerprint Scanner

 By Vaibhav Jain on June 27, 2017       

It's been just a few days since OnePlus launched its OnePlus 5 flagship smartphone. And now, we have some information regarding the OnePlus 6.

In a recent AMA (Ask Me Anything) event on Reddit, OnePlus revealed that they're considering moving the fingerprint scanner on the back for its next-gen Smartphone. This means that the OnePlus 6 may feature a fingerprint sensor on the back, and technically this will also allow OnePlus to implement the bezel-less display or something like LG G6 to the front.

Additionally, OnePlus also said that their next-gen Smartphone might cost more than $800. That said, OnePlus could have implemented a bezel-less display to the OnePlus 5, but due to lack of resources, the OnePlus 5 uses the same screen as the OnePlus 3T.

OnePlus is probably considering moving the fingerprint scanner on the back for its OnePlus 6 or maybe OnePlus 5T and that means we might see some upgrade over the next-gen OnePlus' display. Thoughts?

Via: AndroidHeadlines | Source: Reddit

OnePlus 5 gets OxygenOS 4.5.2 (7.1.1) OTA

 By Vaibhav Jain on June 25, 2017       

The recently announced OnePlus 5 is now getting the latest OxygenOS 4.5.2 based on Android 7.1.1 through OTA. The update includes Bug fixes and few Optimizations. 

Take a look at the complete changelog of the update below:

• Bug fixes:
• App installation issue
• System update failure
• Optimizations:
• Camera
• BT Stability
• Network Stability
• System Stability
• Compatibility with 3rd party apps

The update is slowly rolling out in all the countries, but it will take some time to reach your smartphone. Also, you will receive the update only if you're using Stock Un-modified firmware. 

However, you can install the update right now by flashing the latest firmware Image of OxygenOS 4.5.2. Download it from Here (Via)

TWRP custom recovery is out for the OnePlus 5

 By Vaibhav Jain on June 24, 2017       

The OnePlus 5 is now official and so is the Device Trees and Kernel Sources, which can be used for development purpose.

OnePlus is one of the few manufacturers that let you keep your warranty if you unlock the bootloader and flash custom ROMs. Now, thanks to the developers you can now root and install TWRP custom recovery on your brand new OnePlus 5.

TWRP 3.1.1 is now available for the OnePlus 5. A custom recovery can be used to flash zips, install new custom ROMs, root, take backup and  much more.

You'll need to unlock bootloader first in-order to Root and Install TWRP recovery. Note that Unlocking bootloader will erase all your data. So head to the XDA Developer forum to grab the TWRP recovery.