OPPO begins rolling out the January 2026 ColorOS 16 update, bringing back AI Writer, expanding O+ Connect with iPhone call and message support, and adding camera, privacy, and system improvements.
OPPO has begun deploying its January 2026 ColorOS 16 update, reintroducing previously suspended features and rolling out functionality enhancements.
The update’s centerpiece is AI Writer’s return after being paused in December 2025. The integrated tool supports seven content formats: essays, job advertisements, letters, proposals, scripts, plans, and greetings. Users can generate structured text directly on their devices without external applications.
