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OnePlus 16 to drop OxygenOS for ColorOS with 200MP main camera

Lena Fischer 2 min read

OnePlus 16 leaks suggest a switch to ColorOS and a 200MP main camera, with potential China- only release due to Oppo restructuring.

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OnePlus is preparing a significant shift in its software strategy that could affect how users interact with its devices for years to come. Industry insiders report that the company is phasing out OxygenOS and Realme UI in favor of ColorOS. This change matters because it alters the core user experience and update cycle for current and future buyers.

Software unification under Oppo platform accompanies major sensor upgrade

The upcoming OnePlus 16 smartphone appears to be the first major device to reflect this new software direction. Leaks suggest the phone will run ColorOS instead of the familiar OxygenOS interface. This transition marks a unification of software across OnePlus and its sibling brand Realme under Oppo's platform.

OnePlus 16 Expected Specs

  • Main Camera Sensor: 200-megapixel, 1/1.4-inch sensor (replacing 50MP 1/1.56-inch)
  • Ultra-wide Camera: 50-megapixel (no significant changes expected)
  • Telephoto Camera: 3.5x zoom (no significant changes expected)
  • Operating System: ColorOS (replacing OxygenOS)

Camera specifications for the OnePlus 16 show a substantial upgrade to the main sensor. The device is expected to feature a 200-megapixel, 1/1.4-inch sensor, replacing the 50-megapixel 1/1.56-inch unit found in previous models. The ultra-wide and 3.5x telephoto cameras are unlikely to see significant changes from the current generation.

Market availability for the OnePlus 16 may be restricted to China due to ongoing restructuring at Oppo. Reports indicate the device might not launch in international markets, limiting access for global users. We've been tracking OnePlus 16 closely — see our earlier coverage on OnePlus 16 leak reveals 200MP main.

Current information relies on industry insider reports and leaker predictions rather than official confirmations. OnePlus has not verified the software switch or the specific camera hardware details. The final product specifications and release regions remain subject to change.

Source: NotebookCheck

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