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OnePlus took to X to announce the release date of the long-awaited OxygenOS 16 update based on Android 16. The company revealed in its post that the software update will first roll out to OnePlus devices in India on October 16, 2025. Like it was perfectly planned, OxygenOS ‘16,’ built on Android ‘16’ to be released on the ‘16th’ of October.
Smarter than you think. Yours to experience from October 16. #OxygenOS16 pic.twitter.com/mwIzJncVzo — OnePlus (@oneplus) October 6, 2025
The tagline “Intelligently Yours” was included in the post to hint at the deep AI integration users should expect. The OnePlus update is expected to pack features to let users interact with content on their screen, identify objects with the camera and gesture control for functions. By adding more AI features, OnePlus aims to include AhI assistance in everyday activities.
EligibleOnePlus devices for OxygenOS 16
All flagship phones from the OnePlus 8 and upwards receive three major OS updates. The OnePlus Nord and Nord CE series receive two, while the Nord N series gets one. The OxygenOS 16 update will be available for the following devices:
- OnePlus 13, 13R, 13S
- OnePlus Open
- OnePlus 12, 12R
- OnePlus 11, 11R
- OnePlus Nord 5, 4, 3
- OnePlus Nord CE5, CE4, CE4 Lite
- OnePlus Pad 3, Pad Lite, Pad 2, Pad
How to install OxygenOS 16
Head over to Settings > System & updates > Software update . Connect to a stable Wi-Fi connection or use mobile data for the download. Tap on any available update to download and install. Your phone will automatically reboot to complete the installation.
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The Edge 70 is Motorola’s entry into the super-slim race that already includes Samsung, Apple, TECNO, and Infinix. It is expected to be less than 6mm thin. This will put the device in the list of the slimmest phones in the world .
Motorola Edge 70 went official in October 2025 and also went on sale in November 2025 in the US, Canada, UK, Germany and other EU markets, Australia, and other markets around the world.
Motorola Edge 70 specs in brief:
- Price Range: USD $700
- Release Date: 2025
- Network Type: 2G/3G/4G/5G
- eSIM: nano-SIM + eSIM
- aptX Bluetooth: No
- IR Blaster / Infrared Port: No
- 3.5mm headphone jack: No.
- Fingerprint Sensor: Yes
- Fast Charging: Yes
- Wireless Charging: Yes.
Product image of Motorola Edge 70
- Specifications
- Prices in the United States of America (USA):
- Prices in the United Kingdom (UK):
- Prices in the European Union (EU):
- Prices in Australia:
- Prices in Canada:
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Specifications
Below are more detailed specifications of the device.
Mobile Wireless Network and Software
- 2G mobile network bands : GSM, GPRS, EDGE 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 MHz.
- 3G mobile network bands : UMTS, WCDMA, HSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100 MHz
- 4G mobile network bands : LTE.
- 5G mobile network bands : NSA/SA
- SIM Type : Nano-SIM, Dual SIM
- Software / OS : Hello UI based on Android 16
- Software Updates : Up to 4 major Android upgrades
Design, Form Factor, Appearance
- Dimensions : 159.9 x 74 x 6 mm
- Weight : 159g
- Display Size : 6.67 inches
- Screen Resolution : 1220 x 2712 pixels
- Refresh Rate : 120 Hz refresh rate
- Screen Type : P-OLED
- Screen Protection : Corning Gorilla Glass 7i
- Frame : Metal frame (Aluminium),
- Back/Rear Cover :
- Ingress Protection/IP Rating : IP68/IP69 dust tight and water resistant (high pressure water jets; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min)
- Ruggedness: MIL-STD-810H compliant
- Colorways : Pantone Bronze Green. Pantone Gadget Gray. Pantone Lily Pad.
Internal Hardware Specs
- Central Processor ( CPU ): 64-bit Octa-core
- Chipset : Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4
- Graphics Processing Unit ( GPU ): Adreno 722
- RAM : 12GB.
- Extended/Virtual RAM :
- Internal Storage : 512GB. UFS 3.1
- External Storage : No.
Photography, Video Recording
- Main Camera : 50MP main sensor (OIS) + 50MP ultrawide lens, autofocus, LED flash, 1080p@30fps video recording
- Front Camera : 50MP, fixed focus, Face Recognition, 1080p@30fps video capture
Audio, Video Playback
- Music Support : PCM, AAC / AAC + / eAAC + / MP3 / AMR – NB / WB / APE
- 3.5 mm audio headphone jack : No.
- Loudspeaker : Stereo speakers. Dolby Atmos.
- Video Support : H.264/MP4/MPEG4 player
- FM Radio : No.
Phone Sensors
- Digital Compass : Yes.
- Accelerometer : Yes.
- Proximity Sensor : Yes.
- Ambient Light Sensor : Yes.
- Barometer : No.
- Pedometer : No.
- Heart Rate Monitor : Yes.
- Gyroscope (G-Sensor) : Yes.
- Fingerprint Scanner : Yes; under-display.
- Face Unlock : Yes.
- Iris Scanner : No.
- Motion Sensing / Gesture Control : No.
- Voice Control :
- Intelligent Digital Assistant : Yes; Google Assistant.
- Infra-red/IR Blaster : No.
Connectivity Options
- Bluetooth Version : 5.4
- Bluetooth Profiles : A2DP, LE
- aptX Bluetooth Codecs : No.
- WiFi : Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, hotspot
- GPS : Yes, plus GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
- USB : microUSB v2.0. Type-C.
- NFC : Yes.
Miscellaneous Specs and Features
- Battery Type : Non-Removable
- Battery Capacity : 4800 mAh
- Battery Charging : 68W fast charging
- Wireless Charging : 15W.
- Reverse Charging : No.
- Model Version/Number : XT2601-2, XT2603-2
Launch/Release Dates and Information
- Announced : October 2025
- Release Date : November 2025
Prices in the United States of America (USA):
The price is expected to be in the range of $710 (12/512GB).
Prices in the United Kingdom (UK):
£700 (12/512GB) in the UK.
Prices in the European Union (EU):
€800 (12GB/512GB) in Germany, Norway, and other EU countries.
Prices in Australia:
NA
Prices inCanada:
NA
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