With Android Oreo 8.1 OxygenOS beta, OnePlus 5T gets latest Google security update, new gesture support and gaming optimization for an immersive experience.
After weeks of testing, OnePlus has finally released the Android Oreo 8.1 beta for public testers. It comes with new features, bug-fixes and also the Google’s monthly security patch.
Since the roll-out is being carried out in phases, it will take a few more days to reach all parts of the world.
Key features coming in Android Oreo 8.1 include pickup gesture, wherein users need not slide the screen button to take an incoming call. They can answer the call by just keeping the phone near the ears.
It also brings new clock styles, optimizations in gaming mode for an immersive experience, power saving modes and more.
It has to be noted that the software update is only for registered OnePlus 5T users. Though they will get to experience the features first-hand, they are obliged to give feedback to the company.
Make sure, there is enough space in the phone storage for the smooth installation of the software. Also, testers must have installed the required ADB (Android Debug Bridge) fastboot file in the system for flashing the firmware to the OnePlus 5T series.
Before you proceed to download and install Open Beta file to the OnePlus device, make sure to backup the files (photos/videos/other files) to be on the safer side.
[Note: Wait for a while, your OnePlus 5 should now update to the selected build and reboot automatically to take you into OxygenOS.]
OnePlus 5T public testers are requested to share their feedback or report bugs in the Android Oreo Open Public Beta OS, HERE .
Updated system to Android 8.1 Oreo
Besides OnePlus 5T, the company is also seeding Android Oreo 8.1 OxygenOS beta for the OnePlus 5 series. However, it is an advanced beta version 6.0. It comes with bug fixes, security patch, a few new nifty features to improve the user experience.
