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It looks like all the major issues have now been resolved. What you need to know OnePlus has finally rolled out a new update to fix all the issues affecting the first stable OxygenOS 10 build for the OnePlus 5. The update arrives as OxygenOS 10.0.1 and includes the September 2020 Android security patch. A similar update for the OnePlus 5T is likely to be released soon. OnePlus finally rolled out the stable Android 10 -based OxygenOS 10 update for the OnePlus 5 and 5T phones in May this year. Soon after the update was released, however, OnePlus 5 and 5T users started complaining about several issues with the update, including disappointing battery life and broken EIS. Nearly six months later, the company has now started rolling out a new OxygenOS 10 update to fix all the major issues affecting the first build (via XDA Developers ). According to the official changelog for the OxygenOS 10.0.1 update, it fixes the abnormal call recording and deactivated alarm issues, brings b

OnePlus 8T All the latest tech $749 at Amazon Pros Gorgeous 120Hz AMOLED display Snapdragon 865 with 5G connectivity 65W fast charging Android 11 out of the box Decent cameras Cons No IP rating No wireless charging The OnePlus 8T is packed with the latest tech you'll find today. There's a gorgeous 120Hz AMOLED screen backed by the Snapdragon 865 chipset with 5G connectivity, 65W fast charging, and Android 11 out of the box. If you want one of the fastest phones in the market today, you should get your hands on the OnePlus 8T. OnePlus 7T Ultimate 4G phone $449 at OnePlus Pros Vibrant 90Hz AMOLED panel Snapdragon 855+ still holds up 30W fast charging Same cameras as 8T Stereo speakers Cons No 5G connectivity No IP rating The OnePlus 7T is still going strong a year after its launch. The hardware has more than enough power to run demanding games, the design is still striking, and the 90Hz AMOLED panel is still a delight to use. The only thi

The update is expected to become widely available in most markets by early next week. What you need to know OnePlus has released a new OxygenOS update for the OnePlus 8T. The OxygenOS 11.0.2.3 update brings optimized power consumption, improved Bluetooth connectivity, and a few bug fixes. OnePlus has optimized the phone's intelligent 5G function as well for better battery life. OnePlus rolled out the first OxygenOS update for the OnePlus 8T last week, bringing camera and battery life improvements to its latest value flagship. The company has now started pushing a new OxygenOS update to one of its best Android phones with some more optimizations and bug fixes. According to the official changelog , the new OxygenOS 11.0.2.3 update for the OnePlus 8T optimizes the phone's intelligent 5G function to extend battery life. OnePlus has also optimized system power consumption and reduced heat generation with the update. You can also look forward to improved Bluetooth connec

OnePlus 8T Everything you need $749 at Amazon Pros Sublime 120Hz AMOLED display Android 11 out of the box 65W wired charging Snapdragon 865 with 5G connectivity 12GB RAM and 256GB storage by default Cons No wireless charging No IP rating Average camera The OnePlus 8T delivers the latest hardware you can buy today. The phone is powered by the Snapdragon 865 chipset and has 5G connectivity, and you get a flat AMOLED display with 120Hz refresh rate, 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage, and insane 65W fast charging. Add the fact that the phone runs Android 11 out of the box and you get a great overall package. OnePlus 8 Pro All the extras $899 at Amazon Pros Stunning 120Hz AMOLED display Exciting cameras 30W wired and wireless charging IP68 water resistance Snapdragon 865 chipset with 5G Now on Android 11 Cons No 3.5mm headphone jack Costly by comparison The OnePlus 8 Pro takes things to the next level with a curved QHD+ AMOLED screen wi

There are a bunch of enhancements and fixes, too. What you need to know OnePlus has released the OxygenOS 11 Open Beta 3 update for the 8 and 8 Pro phones. The update optimizes the Canvas AOD feature and improves background process management. Several bug fixes are included as well. OnePlus has started rolling out the third OxygenOS 11 Open Beta to two of its best Android phones . While the stable OxygenOS 11 update has already started rolling out to the OnePlus 8 and 8 Pro , OxygenOS 11 Open Beta 3 brings Ambient Display improvements and several bug fixes. The latest OxygenOS 11 Open Beta adds Canvas support to the Always-on ambient display. To enable it, you will have to head over to Settings > Ambient Display > Always-on ambient display and choose "All day." The animation effect with Canvas has also been optimized, so you can expect a smoother unlock experience. In addition to the Ambient Display improvements, OnePlus claims to have optimized the backgr

OnePlus 8T Performance king $749 at Amazon Pros Stunning 120Hz AMOLED display Android 11 out of the box 65W wired charging Snapdragon 865 with 5G connectivity 12GB RAM and 256GB storage by default Cons Costly by comparison No IP rating No wireless charging The OnePlus 8T is one of the fastest phones you can buy today. The Snapdragon 865 chipset delivers incredible performance in gaming, there's 5G connectivity, insane 65W fast charging, Android 11 out of the box, 12GB/256GB configuration by default, and a sublime 120Hz AMOLED panel. The phone misses out in a few areas, but in terms of performance, the 8T is the obvious choice. OnePlus Nord Insane value ₹24,999 at Amazon India Pros Excellent value Same 48MP camera as 8T 90Hz AMOLED display Snapdragon 765G with 5G connectivity 30W fast charging Cons Not available in the U.S. Plastic mid-frame No water resistance The Nord delivers a lot of the same features as the 8T, but the value o

Daniel and Hayato welcome special guest Raymond Wong of Input for an in-depth conversation about iPhone 12 and his direct comparison to the Google Pixel camera system. There's also a segment about OnePlus. The underdog has historically placed customers and value first, but some of their decisions have made us wonder if they are losing their way. Foldable phones partially serve as a new product category. Rectangular slabs will still be around for quite awhile, but they are making mobile devices a lot more interesting. And they're definitely starting to justify their existence. Listen now Subscribe in Pocket Casts: Audio Subscribe in Spotify: Audio Subscribe in iTunes: Audio Subscribe in RSS: Audio Download directly: Audio Links: Raymond Wong📱💾📼 (@raywongy) / Twitter iPhone 12 and 12 Pro review: Virtually flawless iPhone 12 mini and iPhone 12: Release date, price, features, and more | iMore iPhone 12 Pro: Release date, price, and everything you need to kno

The tech specs of the OnePlus 9 series phones, however, remain a mystery at this point. What you need to know A new leak has revealed the codename for the OnePlus 9 series. The successor to the OnePlus 8T is apparently codenamed "Lemonade." The OnePlus 9 series is expected to be launched sometime in the first half of 2021. We recently got our first look at the design of Samsung's upcoming Galaxy S21 series flagship phones. Now, a new leak has revealed the codename of the OnePlus 9 series, which is expected to arrive sometime in the first half of 2021. According to tipster Max J, who has a great track record when it comes to OnePlus leaks, the company's next flagship phone is codenamed Lemonade. However, this isn't the first time that the Lemonade codename has surfaced online. It was uncovered by XDA Developers Editor-in-Chief Mishaal Rahman last month, along with codenames for the company's upcoming Nord phones . pic.twitter.com/

Aside from a new finish, the "Special Edition" will likely not be any different from the OnePlus Nord variants already on sale. What you need to know OnePlus has revealed that it will be launching a "Special Edition" Nord alongside the 8T on October 14. The teaser posted by OnePlus on Instagram suggests the upcoming variant of the Nord will have a Sandstone finish. OnePlus is also expected to unveil two all-new Nord phones later this month. In just two days from now, OnePlus will officially unveil its next flagship phone at a virtual launch event . In a new post on Instagram, the company has now revealed that a "Special Edition" of the OnePlus Nord will also be introduced on the same day (via MySmartPrice ). View this post on Instagram Inspiration for beautiful design can be seen everywhere. Like here, for example. Stay tuned for more. #OnePlusNord A post shared by OnePlus Nord (@oneplus.nord) on

OnePlus kicked off the OxygenOS 11 public beta program a month ago, and the Chinese manufacturer is now rolling out the stable Android 11-based build to the OnePlus 8 and 8 Pro. Here's how to install the beta on your OnePlus phone and take a look at all the new features on offer. How to install OxygenOS 11 (Android 11) on your OnePlus phone OxygenOS 11 comes with a lot of changes , including a new UI that is very different to what we've seen from the manufacturer. The OxygenOS 11 build is based on Android 11 , and is now rolling out to the OnePlus 8 and OnePlus 8 Pro . With the stable OxygenOS 11 OTA update now available, all you have to do is head into your phone's settings and initiate the download. Head to Settings -> System -> System updates and tap the Download button to install the OxygenOS 11 update. How to manually install OxygenOS 11 (Android 11) on your OnePlus phone If you haven't received the OTA update on your phone, you can manually instal