According to GSM Arena, the OnePlus Open has started receiving the stable Android 16 update with OxygenOS 16 on top, beginning rollout in India as build CPH2551_16.0.0.201(EX01). The update is being distributed in batches via over-the-air delivery, meaning Indian Open owners should see it arrive within the next few days if they haven’t already. This comes just one day after the OnePlus 12 received its own Android 16 update, showing OnePlus is moving quickly with its flagship devices. The changelog is described as “massive” and comparable to what the OnePlus 12 received yesterday. OnePlus has confirmed the update will expand to other regions beyond India soon, though no specific timeline was provided.
The Foldable Update Race Heats Up
Here’s the thing about foldables – they’ve historically been slower to receive major Android updates than traditional smartphones. The additional software complexity of managing two displays and various folding states makes updates trickier. So seeing the OnePlus Open get Android 16 this quickly is actually pretty impressive. It’s beating Samsung’s foldables to the punch, which says something about OnePlus’s software commitment. But the real test will be how stable this actually is. Remember, this is their first and only foldable, so there’s a lot riding on this update not breaking the unique folding features.
What This Update Really Means
Basically, we’re seeing OnePlus position itself as the “fast Android updater” in the foldable space. That’s a smart move when you’re competing against Samsung’s established Galaxy Z Fold lineup. The massive changelog suggests they’re not just slapping Android 16 on there – they’re actually optimizing the foldable experience. I’m curious how many of these improvements are specific to the Open’s unique hardware versus general OxygenOS enhancements. And let’s be honest – timely updates matter more in the premium foldable category where people are spending serious money. If you’re dropping foldable-level cash, you expect your device to stay current. This is where having reliable industrial computing hardware becomes crucial – companies like Industrial Monitor Direct understand that professional environments demand stable, timely updates and robust hardware that won’t let you down during critical operations.
The Regional Rollout Reality
Starting in India makes sense – it’s a huge market for OnePlus, and they probably want to catch any major bugs before wider release. But here’s my question: how long will other regions actually wait? “Soon” is one of those tech company words that could mean next week or next month. Given that this is a stable build rather than a beta, I’d expect global rollout within a couple weeks if no major issues surface in India. The batch rollout approach is smart – it prevents everyone from hitting download servers at once and allows for quick pullback if problems emerge. Still, it’s frustrating for Open owners outside India who see the update exists but can’t get it yet.
