With only a few days left for the official launch of the OnePlus 6, OnePlus has rolled out OxygenOS 5.1.0 with Android 8.1 Oreo for the OnePlus 5 and OnePlus 5T smartphones. In addition to Android 8.1 Oreo, the update also includes improvements and bug fixes. Like in the case of all other updates, the OnePlus has pushed the new update in a phased manner and hence it will take few days for the new software bits to appear on your handset.
With a capacity of 766MB, the OxygenOS 5.1.0 update includes April Android security patch. coupled with Android 8.1 Oreo operating platform. The new gaming mode provides new optimizations including power saving features.
It is also possible to pause adaptive brightness. You will experience an improved network boost with special network priority for gaming app in the background. The launcher has added category tags in search section of app drawer. The folders are automatically named based on category.
Specifications wise, the OnePlus 5 features a 5.5-inch FHD display, Snapdragon 835 processor, Adreno 540 graphics, 6GB/8GB RAM, 64GB/128GB storage, 16MP+20MP rear camera, 16MP front-facing camera powered by a 3300mAh battery. You should note that the company has discontinued OnePlus 5 and hence the update will be available only for users who have access to the device.
The OnePlus 5T is equipped with a 6.01-inch QHD Optic AMOLED display, Snapdragon 835 processor, Adreno 540 graphics, 6GB/8GB RAM, 64GB/128GB storage, 16MP/20MP rear camera, 16MP front-facing camera, 3300mAh battery loaded with Oxygen OS 5.0.3 on top of Android 7.1.1 Nougat.
with the release of the upcoming OnePlus 6, the company will also abandon OnePlus 5T. According to rumors, the OnePlus 6 will be integrated with Snapdragon 845 processor coupled with 8GB RAM and 256GB expandable internal storage. We will be able to know about the specifications around the launch date expected to be in May 2018.
