OnePlus 12 Starts Rolling Out OxygenOS 15 Stable Update – All New Features Explained

Introduction

OnePlus has officially started rolling out its OxygenOS 15 stable update for the OnePlus 12, based on Android 15, worldwide. This stable release comes just a month after the beta, a week earlier than anticipated, giving users access to a suite of new features designed to elevate performance, visual aesthetics, and user experience. While some highly awaited AI features are still on track to arrive by the end of November, the current update brings significant upgrades to animations, themes, the home screen, and privacy settings.

In this article, we’ll go over the complete changelog to explore what’s new in OxygenOS 15 on the OnePlus 12.

1. Animations

OxygenOS 15 introduces an advanced graphics engine that enhances animations and rendering. This update includes:

System Graphics Engine: Powered by parallel processing, it boosts performance and ensures smooth visuals even during multitasking.

Seamless Widgets and Components: Widgets, components, and folders transition smoothly with high consistency.

Uniform Swipe Experience Across All Apps: Consistent system-wide swipe functionality, ensuring smooth scrolling across third-party apps and WebView for an uninterrupted user experience.

2. Refined Visual Effects

To improve overall visual appeal and usability, OxygenOS 15 has redesigned icons and layouts, introducing a balanced color scheme:

Home Screen Makeover: Enhanced Icons with Perfect Proportions and Vibrant Hues for Crisp Visuals

Uniform Rounded Corners: Consistent curvature across all elements for a modern aesthetic.

Updated System Icons: Creates a cohesive look throughout the interface.

3. Themes and Customization Options

OxygenOS 15 brings extensive customization options for a personalized look:

New Flux Themes: Allows deeper customization using system wallpapers or personal photos.

Enhanced Always-On Display and Lock Screen: A New Era in Personalization With advanced customization, you can now choose between flux and classic modes, customize clock colors with blending options, and add AI-driven depth effects and realistic glass textures for a premium visual experience on your Always-On Display and Lock Screen.

Seamless Theme Transition: Ensures smooth transitions between Always-On Display, Lock screen, and Home screen for visual consistency.

4. Fluid Cloud – Expanded Compatibility

OnePlus has improved Fluid Cloud to support popular international apps:

Overseas App Support: Apps like Spotify, Swiggy, and Zomato are now compatible.

Efficient Information Display: Notifications expand into detailed cards with a single tap.

Refined Animations: Features dynamic blurring effects for smooth card visuals.

5. Advanced Photo Editing

OxygenOS 15 introduces a globally reversible photo editing feature that allows you to save previous edits and apply them later, making it easier to adjust your edits without starting over.

6. Floating Windows and Split View

Enhancements in multitasking provide new ways to manage floating windows and split-screen views:

Floating Window Gestures: Swipe down on notifications to open or enlarge a floating window, and swipe up to close.

Resizable Split View: Allows resizing of split windows with a tap or by dragging the divider.

7. Enhanced Notifications and Quick Settings

This update improves access to notifications and Quick Settings.

Separate Access for Notifications and Quick Settings: Swipe down from the top-left corner to view notifications, and from the top-right corner to access Quick Settings.

Refreshed Quick Settings Layout: A smoother, refined look with polished animations.

8. Battery & Charging Improvements

OxygenOS 15 prioritizes battery health with these new features:

Charging Limit: Restricts charging to 80% for prolonged battery life.

Battery Protection Reminder: Automatically activates the Charging Limit if your phone stays plugged in for extended periods.

9. Sounds and Vibration Enhancements

Holo Audio: Enhances sound quality for online calls, creating an immersive audio experience ideal for virtual meetings.

10. Additional Enhancements

OxygenOS 15 introduces a suite of aesthetic and functional improvements:

Exclusive Clock Styles for Always-On Display: Unique clock designs to personalize your lock screen.

Resizable Clock Widget: New Home screen clock widget with customizable resizing.

Easter Egg in Calculator: Type “1+ =” to discover the classic OnePlus “Never Settle” philosophy.

New Wallpapers and Icon Designs: Fresh visuals that emphasize the OnePlus style.

Distinctive Two-Tone Color Scheme: Iconic Black for Quick Settings and Settings App Icon, Enhancing the Signature OxygenOS Look

Improved Notes Widget: Updated aesthetics and functionality for easier note-taking.

Streamlined Multitasking: Automatically opens the last-used app in the recent tasks view.

Drawer Mode Refinement: Keeps Home screen app layout intact during the first use.

11. Safety Features

A unified safety hub brings critical personal safety tools together in one place:

Safety Hub: A centralized area for emergency calls, disaster alerts, security checks, and first aid resources.

12. Privacy Enhancements

OnePlus has upgraded privacy tools, offering better data management and protection:

Private Safe: Organizes images, videos, and documents in categorized views.

Hidden Apps Shortcut: A Home screen shortcut for hidden apps with privacy verification for quick access.

13. Wi-Fi OptimizationThe latest update enhances Wi-Fi connectivity, enabling smoother and quicker transitions between networks.

ConclusionThe OxygenOS 15 update for OnePlus 12 delivers a variety of feature-rich improvements in animation, visual aesthetics, themes, multitasking, and privacy, taking the user experience to the next level. While the full rollout will be completed over the coming days, OnePlus has also provided an option to revert to Android 14 if needed. With AI features set to arrive later in November, OnePlus 12 users can expect even more innovations in the near future.

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