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Official Android 8.0 Oreo rolling out to OnePlus 5: What Are The New Features?

Official Android 8.0 Oreo rolling out to OnePlus 5
The last time we updated you on the status of the OnePlus 5's Android 8.0 Oreo update, we told you that it was in the beta and the final release is imminent. Well, OnePlus is finally pushing it out to you all.

The OnePlus 5 is now getting Official Android 8.0 Oreo Software Update. Android Oreo comes with numerous enhancements over Android Nougat, such as faster booting, new Settings and Quick-Settings UI, Picture in Picture (PIP), Adaptive icons, Autofill, Notification timeout, OnePlus has also add several new features to the latest software update. Android 8.0 Oreo update for the OnePlus 5 also brings Face Unlock, Redesigned Camera UI and new beauty effect for Portrait Mode, Gallery with new Places tab for viewing photos on a map, Redesigned Clock, Launcher, and Quick Settings.


OnePlus says that this OTA will be incremental. The OTA will reach a small percentage of users today, and to all in a few days.

If you haven't got the notification of this new software update yet, Just go to Settings - About Phone - Software updates, and It will automatically start downloading the latest update. The update will take around 10-15 minutes to get Installed on your device.

OnePlus 5T Star Wars Limited Edition to launch in these countries

OnePlus 5T Star Wars Limited Edition release likely limited to these countries
Recently, OnePlus announced Limited OnePlus 5T Star Wars Edition to commemorate the the release of the Star Wars upcoming movie. The device will go on sale in India one day before the movie, Star Wars: The Last Jedi releases on 15 December.

Well, India is not the only country getting the Limited OnePlus 5T Star Wars Edition. OnePlus is also announcing this Limited Edition 5T in Finland, Sweden and Denmark on 13th and 14th of December.


The Star Wars Limited Edition OnePlus 5T has while back with COOL Star Wars branding. There's a Red colored alert slider on the left. The overall package looks awesome and is perfect for Star Wars fan!

With the OnePlus 5T, you get a 6.01-inch FHD Optic AMOLED 18:9 display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 processor, 6/8GB RAM, 64GB/128GB storage, 16MP + 20MP with f/1.7 aperture for the best low-light, zoom and anti-blur photos with enhanced image processing, 16MP front camera, 3300mAh battery with Dash Charge, and Android 7.1.1 Nougat.

What else new though? Well OnePlus has also added Face Unlock feature that uses 100 identifiers to make sure you are you before unlocking.

OnePlus’s going to sell this awesome Star Wars OnePlus 5T

OnePlus’s going to sell this awesome Star Wars OnePlus 5T
Harness the power of the ultimate Smartphone for the ultimate Star Wars fans. OnePlus just announced the Limited Star Wars Edition OnePlus 5T during Comic Con event in Bengaluru, India.

The Star Wars Limited Edition OnePlus 5T has while back with COOL Star Wars branding. There's a Red colored alert slider on the left. The overall package looks awesome and is perfect for Star Wars fan!


OnePlus is expected to reveal the availability and pricing of the OnePlus 5T Star Wars Limited Edition sometime next week.

With the OnePlus 5T, you get a 6.01-inch FHD Optic AMOLED 18:9 display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 processor, 6/8GB RAM, 64GB/128GB storage, 16MP + 20MP with f/1.7 aperture for the best low-light, zoom and anti-blur photos with enhanced image processing, 16MP front camera, 3300mAh battery with Dash Charge, and Android 7.1.1 Nougat.

What else new though? Well OnePlus has also added Face Unlock feature that uses 100 identifiers to make sure you are you before unlocking.

OnePlus just announced a beautiful new Lava Red OnePlus 5T

OnePlus just announced a beautiful new Lava Red OnePlus 5T
The OnePlus 5T is already official with near bezel-less display and top-notch specs. Until now, you could grab the device only in Midnight Black color, but it seems that OnePlus is giving some fans a new option.

During the OnePlus 5T launch event in China, OnePlus announced the limited edition Lava Red variant of the OnePlus 5T. This new variant is exclusive to China as of now. There's no information whether it's coming outside OnePlus's home country. Stay tuned to our Facebook and Twitter page to get the first News.

With the OnePlus 5T, you get a 6.01-inch FHD Optic AMOLED 18:9 display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 processor, 6/8GB RAM, 64GB/128GB storage, 16MP + 20MP with f/1.7 aperture for the best low-light, zoom and anti-blur photos with enhanced image processing, 16MP front camera, 3300mAh battery with Dash Charge, and Android 7.1.1 Nougat.

What else new though? Well OnePlus has also added Face Unlock feature that uses 100 identifiers to make sure you are you before unlocking.

Official Android 8.0 Oreo beta available for OnePlus 5

Official Android 8.0 Oreo beta available for OnePlus 5
Now that Google has released the next version of Android, Android 8.0 Oreo, the wait for the devices to get the update has already started.

Chinese smartphone firm, OnePlus has released the first OxygenOS Beta based on Android 8.0 Oreo for the OnePlus 5.

With Android 8.0 Oreo Beta on OnePlus 5, you'll get new Settings and Notification panel UI, Picture in Picture (PIP), Adaptive icons, Smart text selection, Autofill, Notification timeout, and new emojis. OnePlus has also added Critical October Security Patch.


Note that most major aspects of the phone are working as expected but still there are few bugs. OnePlus plans to optimize performance and compatibility of 3rd party apps in the next update.

OnePlus has already updated the OnePlus 3 and OnePlus 3T to Android Oreo. You can download the OxygenOS beta based on Android Oreo for the OnePlus 5T from the below link.

Android Oreo Beta: OnePlus 5

OnePlus 5 Official Android 8.0 Oreo Beta 2 Brings Face Unlock [Screenshots]

OnePlus 5 Official Android 8.0 Oreo Beta 2 Brings Face Unlock [Screenshots]
OnePlus is now all set to launch Android 8.0 Oreo Beta program for the OnePlus 5, but it seems that a user already got access to the latest Internal Android 8.0 Oreo Beta 2 Update for the OnePlus 5.

Apart from the Android 8.0 Oreo Goodies including new Settings and Notification panel UI, Picture in Picture (PIP), Adaptive icons, Autofill, Notification timeout, OnePlus has add several new features to the Oxygen OS.


The user reports that there's a new redesigned notification panel, Face Unlock feature from the OnePlus 5T, PIP Mode, New Camera and Gallery interface, and other features.

Android 8.0 Oreo is already official for OnePlus 3 and OnePlus 3T. Recently OnePlus's Co-founder Carl Pei on his twitter handle announced that the OnePlus 5 will be soon getting Android Oreo Beta and this is an indication that OnePlus is all set to roll out public beta to the OnePlus 5 users. Stay tuned to our Facebook and Twitter page to get the first News.

Below are some screenshots of the New UI and Changes in Android 8.0 Oreo Beta for OnePlus 5.



 

Source: Kevin Handog Tresuelo


OnePlus 5T gets its first OS update, OxygenOS pushed to v4.7.2

Less than a week after it went official, the OnePlus 5T has started getting its first update. Arriving as OxygenOS v4.7.2, the new firmware brings a Krack vulnerability fixes and optimizations.

It's worth noting that OnePlus 5T originally came with Oxygen OS v4.7.0 (based on Android 7.1.1 Nougat).


The Software update includes Optimizations for fingerprint unlock and face unlock, Improved accuracy for screen off gestures and EIS during 4K video recording, Wi-Fi WPA2 security patch (Krack vulnerability patch), General stability improvements and other bug fixes.

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.

Yes, the OnePlus 3 and 3T will get Official Android 8.1 Update

Yes, the OnePlus 3 and 3T will get Official Android 8.1 Update
Yes, the OnePlus 3 and OnePlus 3T will get the latest Android 8.1 Oreo update officially!!!

Today, OnePlus during OnePlus 5T A.M.A (Ask Me Anything) session on OnePlus forums announced that the OnePlus 3 and 3T would get Google's latest Android 8.1 Oreo update.

When asked by a OnePlus user Abhishek Sukumar about Android 8.1 Oreo for OnePlus 3 and OnePlus 3T, OnePlus Staff Member Adam Krisko replied "Yes, later."


Google recently announced Android 8.1 Oreo Developer Preview for the Google Pixel and Nexus Smartphones. The Android 8.1 Oreo new feature includes Black and White Themes According to Wallpapers, new Power Menu, Settings, Oreo Easter Egg, and more.

Recently OnePlus started rolling out official Android 8.0.0 Oreo update with OxygenOS 5.0 to the OnePlus 3 and OnePlus 3T. Get ready OnePlus 3 and 3T users, Android 8.1 Oreo is around the corner.

OnePlus Forums

OnePlus Announces OnePlus 5T

OnePlus Announces OnePlus 5T
You are probably watching along to the OnePlus live stream, but the OnePlus 5T is now official with enhanced and upgraded design over the OnePlus 5 that offer a new level of functionality and convenience.

As for the rest of the story that has been leaked in various forms over the past weeks, this is what we are looking at. So, we have a "new era of OnePlus Smartphone, opening up new ways to experience the world".



With the OnePlus 5T, you get a 6.01-inch FHD Optic AMOLED 18:9 display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 processor, 6/8GB RAM, 64GB/128GB storage, 16MP + 20MP with f/1.7 aperture for the best low-light, zoom and anti-blur photos with enhanced image processing, 16MP front camera, 3300mAh battery with Dash Charge, and Android 7.1.1 Nougat.

What else new though? Well OnePlus has also added Face Unlock feature that uses 100 identifiers to make sure you are you before unlocking.

OnePlus 5T  starts at $499 (64GB) / $559 (128GB) and available for purchase starting November 21.

OnePlus 5T Early Unboxing Photos

OnePlus 5T Early Unboxing Photos
OnePlus is widely expected to unveil the much-anticipated OnePlus 5T on November 16th during an event. The OnePlus 5T specs and design is no longer a mystery, as the device have been already leaked multiple times.

Today, YouTuber Karl Conrad published a video that showed off the OnePlus 5T in all its glory. Since it was an early unboxing video and he probably broke the NDA, the video is now down. However, Zyad Atef (Slashleak member) managed to capture some screenshots of the video.

As you can see in the below images, the box contains the handset itself, along with a variety of different cases, and also a reviewer's guide.
OnePlus 5T Early Unboxing Photos OnePlus 5T Early Unboxing Photos

OnePlus 5T vs OnePlus 5

OnePlus 5T Early Unboxing Photos OnePlus 5T Early Unboxing Photos OnePlus 5T Early Unboxing Photos

OnePlus 5T Early Unboxing Photos OnePlus 5T Early Unboxing Photos OnePlus 5T Early Unboxing Photos

OnePlus 5T Specifications:

The OnePlus 5T packs a 6" 1080p 18:9 Screen. It is 156.1 x 75 x 7.2mm in size, thus being 1.9mm taller, 0.9mm wider, and 0.1mm thinner than the OnePlus 5, in addition to weighing 162g instead of 153g. The device runs Android 7.1.1 Nougat with OxygenOS icing on the top. It has  Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 835 clocked at up to 2.45GHz, 6/8GB RAM, 64/128GB Internal storage.

Camera wise, the device features dual-camera setup entailing a 16-megapixel sensor (IMX 398) and a 20-megapixel one (IMX 376K), both made by Sony. It offers 3,300mAh battery with Dash charge support. It has a 3.5mm audio jack, as well as Bluetooth 5.0 support.
OnePlus 5T Early Unboxing Photos

Oh Dear! OnePlus 5T Review Kit Leaked

Oh Dear! OnePlus 5T Review Kit Leaked
OnePlus is planning to announce the OnePlus 5T on November 16th, and we have already seen our first Potential Look at what the OnePlus 5T will look like. The device will feature a 5.5" to 6" near bezel-less display with 18:9 ratio.

It seems that OnePlus has already sent the OnePlus 5T review units to popular bloggers and YouTubers. We know this because a twitter user Sunil sharma has uploaded an image showing off all the contents of the OnePlus 5T review package. However, there's no information to whom this image belongs.

As you can see the below image clearly shows off the OnePlus 5T render with rear facing fingerprint sensor. There's also a OnePlus 5T case with a hole confirming the rear fingerprint sensor.
The OnePlus 5T will go official on November 16, and more leaks about the phone will come online ahead of the official launch. Stay tuned for more updates on OnePlus 5T.

Source: Sunil Sharma

Want to try the OnePlus 5T before anyone else?

Want to try the OnePlus 5T before anyone else?
OnePlus is planning to announce the OnePlus 5T on November 16th, and we have already seen our first Potential Look at what the OnePlus 5T will look like. The device will feature a 5.5" to 6" near bezel-less display with 18:9 ratio.

The company is now offering 10 users the ability to test out the device ahead of its release. OnePlus has introduced "The LAB OnePlus 5T Edition", which asks you to fill a form.


You'll need to submit a sort review of the most impressive phone you have ever used. Doesn't matter if you are a OnePlus owner. OnePlus will also ask you to share some of the most amazing photos you've taken from Smartphone.

So if you want to toss your name in the hat, hit the button below and follow the steps.

Sign Up for the OnePlus LAB

OnePlus 5T Render Offers Direct Size Comparisons With OnePlus 5

OnePlus 5T Render Offers Direct Size Comparisons With OnePlus 5
OnePlus is planning to announce the OnePlus 5T for 2017 later this month, and we have already seen our first Potential Look at what the OnePlus 5T will look like.

Summing up the leaks, the OnePlus 5T will be having a 5.5" to 6" near bezel-less display with 18:9 ratio. Additionally, the device might come with an battery and camera upgrade over the OG OnePlus 5.



Many of the leaks we've been tracking in the last few days in particular offer only few design details beyond what we've already heard about OnePlus's upcoming OnePlus 5T, but thanks to Juan Pablo render, we now have a clearer idea of how the new handset might look alongside current OnePlus 5.

OnePlus 5T Render Offers Direct Size Comparisons With OnePlus 5
The 6-inch OnePlus 5T with 18:9 ratio do looks beautiful as compared to the OnePlus 5 devices. The huge-chin is now gone and we now have the 3D glass instead of the flat display. So, will you be upgrading your current OnePlus 5 to Futuristic OnePlus 5T? Stay tuned to our Facebook and Twitter page to get the first News.

Credits: Juan Pablo

It's Official: OnePlus 5T release date revealed!!!

It's Official: OnePlus 5T release date revealed!!!
OnePlus today announced that the OnePlus 5T is officially coming on November 16.

There's going to be a live keynote as well as livestream in Brooklyn, New York on November 16 at 11 AM Eastern Time (3PM GMT). Interested parties can buy ticket to the event through OnePlus's launch page starting on November 8. Tickets will be available for $40 USD at OnePlus Event Page.


OnePlus also revealed that the OnePlus 5T will feature industry's most powerful video stabilization solutions, as well as most accurate sRGB display calibrations. That means, the OnePlus 5T may feature both EIS and OIS in both the dual rear sensors.

Sales for the OnePlus 5T in North America and Europe start on November 21. The OnePlus 5T will be available in China on December 1. Early birds in India will be able to get their device through a flash sale on November 21, while official sales start on November 28.

Recently OnePlus CEO revealed that the OnePlus 5T will cost less than $600 which is tad less than other flagship devices.

OnePlus 5T pricing won't exceed $600

OnePlus 5T pricing won't exceed $600
OnePlus CEO Pete Lau on his weibo just revealed that 4,000 yuan ($600) would be enough to buy the upcoming OnePlus 5T Smartphone.

While that doesn't means the OnePlus 5T will be priced exactly at $600, but the pricing will fall around $550 - $600 only.

The OnePlus 5 was launched with the starting price of $479 for the 6GB/64GB model going upto $539 for the 8GB/128GB one. Going with rumors the OnePlus 5T might cost something around  $540 6GB/64GB for and $600 US for 8GB/128GB. Thoughts?

OnePlus Phones Android 8.0 Oreo Update Info - November 4, 2017

OnePlus Phones Android 8.0 Oreo Update Info
The OnePlus Smartphones Android 8.0 Oreo update continues to make significant progress and today we want to take a look at everything we know about the OnePlus devices Android 8.0 Oreo update and its release as we push deeper into the year.

Android 8.0 Oreo updates for OnePlus Smartphones are pushing out every single day so it can be hard to keep track of the company’s progress.

Android 8.0 Oreo for the OnePlus devices (Changes and Features)


Apart from the Android 8.0 Oreo Goodies including new Settings and Notification panel UI, Picture in Picture (PIP), Adaptive icons, Autofill, Notification timeout, OnePlus has add several new features to the OxygenOS.

OnePlus 5 Android 8.0 Oreo Update

OnePlus is due to launch the Android 8.0 Oreo Beta Firmware for the OnePlus 5. Recently OnePlus's Co-founder Carl Pei on his twitter handle announced that the OnePlus 5 will be soon getting Android Oreo Beta.

[Update: November 4, 2017] The Android 8.0 Oreo Beta build for the OnePlus 5 just got leaked and is available for download.

Check out OnePlus 5 Android Oreo (Leaked) Screenshots

OnePlus 3T Android 8.0 Oreo Update

OnePlus has already started testing the Android 8.0 Oreo on the OnePlus 3T.  Just a few weeks back OnePlus released the first Android 8.0 Oreo based OxygenOS Public Beta for the OnePlus 3T for testing purpose. However, the Beta build contains tons of bugs and is not suitable for daily usage.

OnePlus 3T Developer Previews (Android Oreo)


OnePlus 3 Android 8.0 Oreo Update

Just like the OnePlus 3T, OnePlus has already started testing the Android 8.0 Oreo on the OnePlus 3.  Just a few weeks back OnePlus released the first Android 8.0 Oreo based OxygenOS Public Beta for the OnePlus 3 for testing purpose. However, the Beta build contains tons of bugs and is not suitable for daily usage.

OnePlus 3 Developer Previews (Android Oreo)


Android 8.0 Oreo for other OnePlus devices?


We haven't seen any sign of the Android 8.0 Oreo update for any other OnePlus device apart from the few mentioned above.

The OnePlus devices likely to get Android 8.0 Oreo includes OnePlus 5, OnePlus 3T, and OnePlus 3.

OnePlus plans to roll the final Oreo update for the eligible OnePlus devices by the end of 2017.

That said, we'll update the article as soon as we get more information regarding Android 8.0 Oreo for OnePlus devices. Kindly let us know if we missed anything! Stay tuned to our Facebook and Twitter page to get the first News.

OnePlus 5 Official Android 8.0 Oreo Beta [Screenshots]

OnePlus 5 Official Android 8.0 Oreo Beta [Screenshots]
OnePlus is now all set to launch Android 8.0 Oreo Beta program for the OnePlus 5, but it seems that a user already got access to the latest Internal Android 8.0 Oreo Beta Update for the OnePlus 5.

Apart from the Android 8.0 Oreo Goodies including new Settings and Notification panel UI, Picture in Picture (PIP), Adaptive icons, Autofill, Notification timeout, OnePlus has add several new features to the Oxygen OS.


The user reports that there's a new redesigned notification panel, Camera, Gallery launcher, icons and other features.

Android 8.0 Oreo Beta is already official for OnePlus 3 and OnePlus 3T. Recently OnePlus's Co-founder Carl Pei on his twitter handle announced that the OnePlus 5 will be soon getting Android Oreo Beta and this is an indication that OnePlus is all set to roll out public beta to the OnePlus 5 users. Stay tuned to our Facebook and Twitter page to get the first News.

Below are some screenshots of the New UI and Changes in Android 8.0 Oreo Beta for OnePlus 5.





Source: Yousvel | Kevin Handog Tresuelo