OnePlus, once known for its clean and minimalist software experience, is taking a different direction with its upcoming OxygenOS 15 update. According to recent reports, the update will draw significant inspiration from Apple’s iOS, incorporating design elements and features that will be familiar to iPhone users.Although they went through great lengths with describing all the changes that are expected, the source stated that they were unable to produce screenshots. However, according to their description, there will be a revamped Quick Settings that will feature a 2×2 media player, brightness and volume sliders, and toggles for various settings. This new layout is described as a combination of iOS and Xiaomi’s HyperOS. Fortunately, users who prefer the traditional Android design will have the option to switch back.Another reported change is the separation of Quick Settings (now referred to as Control Center) from the notification tray. Swiping down from either side of the screen will bring up the respective panel, mimicking the behavior in iOS.
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The iOS influence is said to extend to other aspects of the user interface as well. The volume slider will now behave similarly to iOS, starting large and shrinking as you adjust the volume. The lock screen will offer increased customization options, reminiscent of iOS.
While these iOS-inspired changes are the focus of the current report, it remains to be seen what other updates OnePlus has in store for OxygenOS 15. OnePlus is reportedly planning to launch its first OxygenOS 15 beta with Android 15 as early as this month, with a more likely release date in October. Android 15 itself was recently released to AOSP and is expected to arrive on Pixel devices and Samsung devices soon. The OnePlus 13 is also anticipated to debut in China in October.
