OnePlus Confirms Android 16-Based OxygenOS Launch Next Week

We are on the cusp of a big update. OnePlus has confirmed that OxygenOS 16, based on Android 16, will launch globally on October 16, 2025. This is not just a routine upgrade. It promises smarter features, tighter AI integration, and better system protection. We’ll explore what we know so far: the major features, which devices might get it, how the rollout could happen, possible pitfalls, and what you should do to prepare.