Tag: OnePlus 12

  • OnePlus 12 & OnePlus Open Get Android 15 Beta 2 Update with Fixes

    OnePlus 12 & OnePlus Open Get Android 15 Beta 2 Update with Fixes

    OnePlus has started distributing the second beta update for Android 15 to the OnePlus 12 and OnePlus Open smartphones.

    This update is still in its early development stages, and the company advises that it’s “best suited for developers and other advanced users.” They caution against using it if you lack experience in software development or if you intend to use the device as your primary phone. Therefore, it’s recommended to download the update only if you’re comfortable with navigating potentially unstable software.

    Focus on System Stability and Performance

    According to the official announcement on the OnePlus forum, Android 15 Beta 2 aims to enhance system stability and performance. Additionally, it includes a fix for the Auto Pixelate function that wasn’t working during screenshot previews. OnePlus Open devices, in particular, will also benefit from a fix for issues encountered in split-screen mode.

    Known Issues

    However, keep in mind that this is still a beta update and comes with some issues. OnePlus has identified several problems in the latest build.

    For OnePlus 12 users, there may be issues when playing music, using Air Gestures, switching camera modes, and selecting icon styles in the Wallpapers & Style settings. There are also reports of probabilistic stability issues.

    OnePlus Open users will face similar issues with music playback, Air Gestures, and icon styles. Additionally, recent task cards might not disappear after splitting the screen, photos may lack the ProXDR button, the booting animation might be incomplete, and the taskbar may display abnormally when using floating windows. You can review the full changelog and issues at this link.

    Participation in the Beta Program

    Those interested in joining the beta program can find instructions on the OnePlus forum. If you choose to update, ensure that you back up your data beforehand, as the installation process will wipe the phone clean.

    OnePlus 12 & OnePlus Open Get Android 15 Beta 2 Update with Fixes

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  • OnePlus 12 June 2024 Update: Security Patch, Animation Tweaks

    OnePlus 12 June 2024 Update: Security Patch, Animation Tweaks

    Last month, OnePlus introduced a significant update for its OnePlus 12 smartphone, named OxygenOS 14.0.0.802. This update brought several new features, quality-of-life enhancements, and bug fixes. Recently, the company released another major update called OxygenOS 14.0.0.810. This new version refines animations and touch controls, resolves some issues, and upgrades security to the June 2024 level.

    The update is currently available exclusively for Indian users, with the firmware version CPH2573_14.0.0.810(EX01). It has a total size of 1.06GB. Below is the complete changelog.

    OnePlus 12 OxygenOS 14.0.0.810 update changelog:

    Touch control

    • App icons on the Home screen now respond faster to taps.
    • Enhances touch control responsiveness when opening and closing apps.
    • Optimizes animations for opening and closing multiple apps.
    • Adds a transition animation when pulling down Quick Settings.
    • Refines animations when dragging app icons on the Home screen.

    Animation upgrade

    • Introduces Gaussian blur effects when opening and closing app icons on the Home screen.
    • Adds a transition animation when opening and closing Home screen widgets.
    • Adds a transition animation for clock widgets when the screen is turned off.
    • Enhances the display of Home screen widgets.

    Games

    • Improves gaming stability.
    • Fixes an issue where the screen might turn black while playing a game.

    System

    • Users can now opt not to show the track when drawing the Lock screen pattern to unlock the device.
    • Music controls can now be displayed in Fluid Cloud.
    • Resolves an issue where the volume slider in Quick Settings and the one triggered by pressing the physical volume button might appear simultaneously.
    • Integrates the June 2024 Android security patch to bolster system security.

    The OTA update will be released incrementally. Initially, it will be available to a small percentage of users today, with a wider rollout starting in a few days. Users can manually check for the update by going to Settings > About Device > OxygenOS > Check for Update.

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  • OnePlus 12 Glacial White Sale: Get ₹5,000 Discount Today

    OnePlus 12 Glacial White Sale: Get ₹5,000 Discount Today

    OnePlus has introduced a fresh Glacial White variant for its OnePlus 12 smartphone. This new color option is now available for purchase in India.

    OnePlus 12 Glacial White Pricing & Offers

    The OnePlus 12 Glacial White, equipped with 12GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage, is priced at Rs 64,999. It can be bought via Amazon, the OnePlus eStore, OnePlus Experience stores, and other retail outlets.

    OnePlus is offering a flat Rs 3,000 instant discount for customers using ICICI Bank or HDFC Bank credit cards. Additionally, customers who purchase the device before June 20 will receive a Rs 2,000 coupon, which can be used on both Amazon and the OnePlus eStore.

    OnePlus 12 Specifications

    In terms of specifications, the Glacial White model is identical to the standard OnePlus 12. It features a 6.82-inch QHD+ ProXDR OLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, 1600 nits brightness, and a peak brightness of 4500 nits for HDR content. The display supports HDR10+ and Dolby Vision, and is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2.

    The smartphone is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC, coupled with LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.0 storage. It includes a 5,400mAh battery with 100W SuperVOOC wired charging support and 50W AirVOOC wireless charging. The device runs on OxygenOS 14 out of the box and features a Dolby Atmos-tuned stereo speaker setup, an in-display fingerprint sensor, and an alert slider.

    Camera Setup

    For photography, the OnePlus 12 Glacial White includes a 32 MP Sony IMX615 front-facing camera. The rear camera setup comprises a 50MP Sony LYT808 primary sensor with optical image stabilization, a 64MP OmniVision OV64B periscope telephoto camera with 3x optical zoom and optical image stabilization, and a 48MP Sony IMX581 ultra-wide lens.

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  • OnePlus 12 Glacier White Launches in India on June 6

    OnePlus 12 Glacier White Launches in India on June 6

    The OnePlus 12 was initially unveiled globally in January this year, with color choices of Silky Black and Flowy Emerald. Recently, the company hinted at the introduction of a new color variant in India. Now, OnePlus has confirmed that the Glacier White version will debut in the country next week.

    OnePlus 12 Glacier White Color Variant to Launch in India

    Already available in China, the Glacier White variant of the OnePlus 12 (review) will hit the Indian market on June 6. This new version appears to feature a glossy finish, unlike the matte finish seen on the other color options. According to OnePlus, the Glacier White edition is a design marvel inspired by the majestic beauty and durability of glaciers. It boasts a modern design that combines robust functionality with elegant aesthetics.

    The OnePlus 12 Glacier White will be accessible through both online and offline retailers across India.

    Specifications

    Apart from the change in the back panel color, the OnePlus 12 Glacier White maintains the same core specifications as the other variants. The device sports a 6.82-inch QHD+ display with a 120Hz refresh rate and curved edges. It runs on a Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC, complemented by up to 16GB RAM and 512GB storage. The phone is equipped with a 5,400mAh battery supporting 100W wired and 50W wireless charging. Camera-wise, it features a 50MP main sensor, a 48MP ultra-wide-angle lens, and a 64MP periscope unit.

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  • OnePlus 12 Launches New Color Option in India

    OnePlus 12 Launches New Color Option in India

    OnePlus is preparing to introduce a new color variant of its flagship OnePlus 12 in India. The company has teased this by partially showcasing the silver-colored camera island of this new variant. This new color is the White option, which was previously exclusive to China and wasn’t available in other markets.

    It comes with a White body complemented by a Silver frame and camera island, which also features a glittery silver finish. All other specifications remain unchanged.

    OnePlus 12 Specifications

    The OnePlus 12 is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset, paired with LPDDR5x RAM and UFS 4.0 storage. It sports a 6.82-inch curved OLED display with 10-bit color, a QHD+ resolution of 3168 x 1440 pixels, and a 120Hz LTPO refresh rate.

    The rear camera setup includes a 50MP Sony LYT-808 primary sensor, a 48MP Sony IMX581 ultrawide lens, and a 64MP OmniVision OV64B 3x periscope telephoto camera. For selfies, there’s a 32MP front camera.

    Additional Features

    The device also offers dual stereo speakers, Dolby Vision, Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 protection, WiFi 7, USB 3.2 Gen 1, an alert slider, an infrared sensor, and an in-screen fingerprint reader.

    It is powered by a 5,400mAh battery with support for 100W wired and 50W wireless charging.

    OnePlus 12 Launches New Color Option in India
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  • OnePlus 12 Adds ‘Repair Mode’ in Android 15 Beta 1, Needs Refinement

    OnePlus 12 Adds ‘Repair Mode’ in Android 15 Beta 1, Needs Refinement

    OnePlus has introduced the Android 15 Beta 1 update for its OnePlus 12 and OnePlus Open devices. While this initial Android 15 Beta isn't perfect, it does bring security enhancements and some minor user interface updates. Additionally, the OnePlus 12 has gained a new “Repair mode” feature with this update, designed to protect your privacy when sending your phone for repairs.

    Typically, before sending your device to a technician, you need to back up and erase all your data. After the repair, you have to reinstall everything, which can be quite time-consuming.

    Repair Mode Needs Refinement

    Those using the OnePlus 12 with the Android 15 Beta 1 update can access the Repair mode by navigating to Settings > System & updates > Repair mode. However, the feature still has some kinks to iron out.

    When you select the Repair mode option, you'll need to complete a setup process that takes a minute or two, after which you'll be taken to the home screen as a separate user. Once you exit the repair mode, the phone will erase all data stored during the process and revert to its previous state.

    Similar Features from Competitors

    We've seen similar features from Samsung and Pixel. Samsung introduced this functionality in OneUI 5 based on Android 13, naming it Maintenance mode. Google included a similar feature, called Repair mode, in its Pixel devices starting with Android 14 QPR1.

    Although OnePlus’s version of Repair mode isn't as refined as those from Samsung and Google, it's still a valuable addition due to the time and effort it saves. Hopefully, OnePlus will address these minor issues before releasing the stable version.

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  • OnePlus 12 OxygenOS 14.0.0.602 Update in India: Enhanced Camera Features

    OnePlus 12 OxygenOS 14.0.0.602 Update in India: Enhanced Camera Features

    OnePlus has initiated the rollout of its most recent OxygenOS update, version 14.0.0.602, for OnePlus 12 users located in India. This latest update, being delivered gradually, is designed to enhance the overall user experience by introducing improvements to system operations, communication features, and camera functionalities.

    Update Highlights

    System Enhancements

    The update ensures a more stable and smoother operating system experience for users.

    Communication Enhancements

    Users can anticipate enhanced NFC functionality and improved network connection stability, resulting in a more seamless connectivity experience.

    Camera Enhancements

    The update introduces new features that simplify switching between various focal lengths. Additionally, it enhances photo clarity with a 2X zoom option in Portrait mode and improves color accuracy for photos captured with the front camera in warm lighting conditions.

    The firmware version CPH2573_14.0.0.602(EX01) will initially be accessible to a limited number of users, with a wider distribution expected to follow soon.

    OnePlus is actively seeking feedback and bug reports from its user base through a dedicated menu accessible via the Google Dialer (*#800#), which is currently accessible only in India.

    OnePlus 12 Specifications

    The OnePlus 12 boasts a 6.82-inch 2K AMOLED display, powered by a Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC, coupled with up to 16GB LPDDR5X RAM and 512GB UFS 4.0 storage. Its camera configuration includes a 50 MP primary sensor, a 64 MP telephoto lens, and a 48 MP ultra-wide camera, complemented by a 32 MP front camera. The device is equipped with 100W SuperVOOC fast charging technology for its 5400 mAh battery capacity.

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  • OnePlus Executive Provides Insight into Four-Year Software Updates for OnePlus 12

    OnePlus Executive Provides Insight into Four-Year Software Updates for OnePlus 12

    OnePlus 12 was unveiled in 2023 and came with quite a lot of improvements compared to the OnePlus 11, particularly in the camera and battery department. However, when it comes to software updates, OnePlus is still not very active against other OEMs. Google Pixel 8 Pro and S24 Ultra will receive software updates for 7 years, however OnePlus 12 will only receive updates for 4-5 years.

    OnePlus claims users don’t need long-term software support

    For years, one of the worst things about Android devices compared to iOS devices has been the lack of long-term software updates. Apple has always continued to update iPhones for a long time. So much so that the iPhone X introduced in 2017 is still receiving security patches. Google and Samsung promise long software support, making them strong competition to Apple in the Android world.

    OnePlus on the other hand, things are a little different. OnePlus’ president Kinder Liu explained in an exclusive interview with Tom’s Guide why OnePlus 12 will have 4 years of software support. Liu wants you to imagine that your phone looks like a sandwich!

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    Kinder Liu explains why the OnePlus 12 won’t have 7 years of software support: ‘It’s not just software update policies that are important to the user; it’s the fluency of your phone’s user experience too.’

    Liu also stated: ‘Imagine your phone is a sandwich,” he said. “Some manufacturers are now saying that the filling in their sandwich — their phone’s software — will still be good to eat in seven years’ time. But what they’re not telling you is that the bread in the sandwich — the user experience — might be moldy after four years. Suddenly a seven-year software update policy doesn’t matter, because the rest of your experience with the phone is terrible.‘

    OnePlus’s president, Kinder Liu, points out with this statement that being able to use the phone for a long time is more important than long software support. Liu also emphasizes that tests simulating many years of use on OnePlus phones have been conducted and that OnePlus phones can last for a long time.

    Kinder Liu makes a valid point, but phones released recently now feature far better technology, such as more durable UFS storage chips rather than eMMC. Furthermore, each new phone released has only slight upgrades over its predecessor nowadays, so OEMs would rather offer more software support and release phones less frequently.

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  • Latest software update adds AI capabilities to OnePlus 11 and 12 models

    Latest software update adds AI capabilities to OnePlus 11 and 12 models

    While the Samsung Galaxy S24 series made headlines with its AI-powered features, OnePlus has quietly introduced its own AI offerings through a recent ColorOS update in China.

    OnePlus Introduces AI Features in ColorOS Update

    The update is rolled out to the OnePlus 12 and 11 models within the Chinese market. For the OnePlus 11, the firmware version is PHB110_14.0.0.403(CN01), and for the OnePlus 12, it is PJD110_14.0.0.405(CN01).

    New AI Features

    Though not as extensive as Samsung’s offering, the update adds three generative AI features.

    First up, there’s an AI Summarizer that can generate summaries of phone calls with key information like time, location, and other relevant details.

    Next up is the AIGC Remover, an image editor that lets you erase unwanted people or objects from your photos, similar to AI photo editing on Samsung and Google Pixel devices.

    Finally, OnePlus is offering an Article Summarizer feature that provides quick summaries of articles with just a single tap.

    Additional Updates

    Beyond AI, the update also offers the ability to unlock the phone with the fingerprint scanner without waking the screen. Users can now control QQ Music on Always-On Display, and there is an option to display the screen recording indicator in the status bar or a floating window.

    The OnePlus 12’s update not only enhances Bluetooth, NFC, and WLAN network stability and compatibility but also addresses the issue of network signals in places with subway-like conditions. You can check the complete changelog of the update via the screenshot below.

    Possible Global Rollout

    As aforementioned, currently, these AI features are only available on the Chinese version of ColorOS. However, as ColorOS shares a similar base with OxygenOS used globally, there’s a possibility they might be rolled out to the global OnePlus 12 and 11 models in the future.

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  • Introducing the OnePlus 12: A Massive 6.5GB Day-1 Update with Master Mode for Cameras and Enhanced Features

    Introducing the OnePlus 12: A Massive 6.5GB Day-1 Update with Master Mode for Cameras and Enhanced Features

    OnePlus 12 Launches Globally with New Master Mode for Cameras

    The highly anticipated OnePlus 12 has officially launched in various regions such as the US, Europe, and India. Indian customers have already started receiving their new smartphones, accompanied by a day-one patch that brings a range of improvements and the new Master mode for its cameras.

    Introducing OnePlus Master Mode

    One of the key highlights of the OnePlus 12 is the introduction of the Master Mode, which is essentially an enhanced version of the Pro Mode found on previous OnePlus phones. This new mode offers users more control over their camera settings, allowing for a more personalized photography experience. Here are some of the features offered by the Master Mode:

    1. Manual adjustments: Users can now manually adjust settings such as ISO, shutter speed, white balance, and focus. This provides greater creative control over the photos taken with the OnePlus 12.
    2. Hasselblad color tuning: OnePlus has collaborated with the renowned camera manufacturer Hasselblad to bring their signature color science to the OnePlus 12. This means that users can expect photos with more natural-looking colors and accurate skin tones.
    3. RAW capture: The Master Mode also allows users to capture photos in RAW format, providing more flexibility during the editing process.
    1. Fine-tuning adjustments: Users can fine-tune various aspects such as contrast, saturation, sharpness, and vignette before capturing the photo, ensuring optimal results.

    Firmware Update Details

    In addition to the Master Mode, the latest firmware update with version CPH2573_14.0.0.404(EX01) includes several other improvements and enhancements. Here is a complete changelog of the update:

    System

    • ProXDR is now available for Google’s Photos app.
    • Improved system stability.
    • Improved success rate of fingerprint unlock.

    Communication

    • Improved stability and compatibility of Wi-Fi network connections.
    • Enhanced stability and expanded compatibility of the NFC function.
    • Improved stability and expanded compatibility of Bluetooth connections.

    Camera

    • Added Master mode with Hasselblad color tuning to enhance photos with more natural and vibrant colors.

    Update Instructions

    The firmware update for the OnePlus 12 is quite substantial, with a size of 6.5GB. Therefore, it is recommended to connect your phone to a Wi-Fi network before initiating the update. If you have not received the OTA notification yet, you can manually check for its availability by following these steps:

    1. Go to Settings on your OnePlus 12.
    2. Select About device.
    3. Tap on OxygenOS.
    4. Choose Check for update.

    Ensure that your device is sufficiently charged and backed up before proceeding with the update.

    With the launch of the OnePlus 12 and the introduction of the Master Mode, OnePlus continues to deliver innovative features and improvements to enhance the user experience of its smartphones.

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