OnePlus has launched a program “Open Beta” of OxygenOS 16 based on Android 16 for several of your phones. The initiative comes ahead of the official launch, scheduled for October 16, and allows some users to try the new features in advance. The nuance: despite being called “open”, the beta requires registration and prior approvaland for now It is only available in India.
As detailed by the company in its forum, access is done through a “recruitment” questionnaire and there is a maximum period of five days to be accepted after submitting the application. Additionally, the registration window It will be active from October 9 to 13so it is not continuous access. As with any beta, be warned that builds can be unstable and reverting to a stable version erases all data, so it's a good idea to make a backup before updating.
Which OnePlus phones can test Android 16 now
The initial list of devices compatible with this OxygenOS 16 Open Beta includes:
- OnePlus 13
- OnePlus 13s
- OnePlus 13R
- OnePlus 12
- OnePlus 12R
- OnePlus Open
It is a logical selection: the latest flagships and the brand's folding, along with the “R” variants focused on offering high power at a reasonable price. It is foreseeable that OnePlus expand the program to more regions and models in later phases, although for now there are no confirmed dates.
To participate, users must meet the specific requirements of each model, have the software version indicated by OnePlus and accept the terms of the program. If you are accepted, you will receive the OTA update just like in other betas from the manufacturer.
How this “Open Beta” works and in which countries it is available
Although OnePlus calls it Open Betathe process it is not free access– Requires application, review and approval. In practice, it's more like a public beta with limited space than a truly open rollout. For now, only Indian users they can register; OnePlus asks to “stay tuned” for future rounds in other regions. It must also be taken into account that, if something goes wrong, the “rollback” to a stable version implies format the deviceso it is advisable to participate only with a secondary phone or if you are willing to take the risks on your main terminal.
When will the stable version of OxygenOS 16 arrive
OnePlus has announced that OxygenOS 16 will be officially presented on October 16. From there, it is to be expected gradual rollout starting with series 13 and OnePlus Openfollowed by the OnePlus 12/12R and, later, other compatible models. The company is also preparing features based on AI (integration with Gemini and Mind Space)which should be outlined during the announcement.
A beta with a trick: are you going to try it?
In short, good news for the most impatient, but with an asterisk: the “Open Beta” is not so open and for now is limited to India already a quota managed by questionnaire. If you dare to participate and meet the requirements, do a backup and assume you can find faults. Do you want to try Android 16 before anyone else on your OnePlus or will you wait for the stable version? We read you in the comments.
