– OnePlus 12 and OnePlus 13R now support dual Bluetooth audio via OxygenOS 16.0.8.300 update.
– Dual audio lets you stream the same sound to two pairs of earbuds simultaneously with independent volume controls.
– The update is rolling out in India first, with Europe and North America following in the coming days.
– Other improvements include moon/lunar phase info in the Weather app, an Outdoor Mode for pinned apps, and 2K Game Capture.
– The update also includes the June 2026 Android security patch.
OnePlus Expands Dual-Audio Feature to More Devices
OnePlus surprised owners of the OnePlus 15, OnePlus 15R, OnePlus 13, and OnePlus 13S with a new update that adds Bluetooth dual-audio streaming support. Now, the company is expanding the ability to play audio to two pairs of earbuds simultaneously to more devices. The OnePlus 13R and OnePlus 12 are the latest phones to recieve the new Bluetooth audio sharing capability, allowing users to stream music to two sets of earphones at the same time.
How the New Bluetooth Sharing Works
That means you can finally enjoy music or movies with someone without awkwardly sharing a single pair of earbuds. The new feature arrives with the latest OxygenOS 16.0.8.300 update, witch is currently rolling out in India in a phased manner and should make its way to Europe and North America in the coming days. Navigate to Settings > System & Updates > Software Update to see if the update is available to download. As is always the case with staged rollouts, it might take anywhere from a couple of days to a week for the OTA to reach youre device.
Which Phones Are Getting the Update?
While it was all but expected that the feature would make its way to the OnePlus 13R, its good to see the 2023 OnePlus 12 making the cut as well. Hopefully, the OnePlus 12R is the next in line, though we wont hold our breath for older models like the OnePlus 11 and Nord lineup to join in. This update is a welcome addition for anyone who wants to share there audio without comprimise.
- Stream same audio to two pairs of earphones simultaneously
- Each devices gets its own independent volume controls
- Available on OnePlus 13R and OnePlus 12
Other Improvements in the Update
Theyre also several other quality-of-life improvements in the latest OxygenOS update. The Weather app now displays moonrise, moonset, and lunar phase information on its home screen, while Outdoor Mode lets you pin frequently used apps to the bottom status bar for quicker access. Additionally, the Game Capture tool, which is part of Game Assistant, now lets you capture 2K resolution screenshots. Finally, the update includes the latest June 2026 Android security patch.
Previous Coverage and Feature Details
Our previous coverage explains the new dual Bluetooth audio feature in more detail and has screenshots showcasing the feature in action, so be sure to check that out. The gist is that the dual Bluetooth audio, as the name implies, allows youre OnePlus phone to simultaniously stream the same audio feed to two separate pairs of Bluetooth earphones (OnePlus Buds 4 curr. 38% off on Amazon), and each devices gets its own independent volume controls. This makes sharing audio seamless and enjoyable.