OnePlus 11 Users in North America Receive OxygenOS 15 Update as New Year’s Gift, but Circle to Search is Missing

OnePlus rolled out the stable OxygenOS 15 update with firmware version CPH2447_15.0.0.201 (EX01) for OnePlus 11 users in India, European Union, and Global regions in the first half of December 2024. At that time, OnePlus confirmed they would roll out the update for North America (NA) within the next few weeks. Now, they have announced the NA release with firmware version CPH2451_15.0.0.203(EX01).

Notably, the North American OnePlus 11 update (15.0.0.203) is significantly stripped down compared to its Indian counterpart (15.0.0.201). Several key AI features are missing from 15.0.0.203, including AI Retouch for photo enhancement, AI Notes for writing assistance, and the Circle to Search feature.

The update also excludes several other significant features. The iOS file sharing capability that enabled file swapping with iPhone users has been removed, along with the extended Live Photos feature that allowed 3-second captures. Battery management features have been scaled back, removing the 80% charging limit that helped protect battery life.

The theming system has been simplified. While basic customization options remain, advanced features like AI depth effects and auto-fills for the lock screen are no longer available. The Live Alerts system has also been downgraded, losing its elastic animation and dynamic blurring effects.

Privacy features have been reduced, with the removal of the well-organized Private Safe and easy hidden apps access. Wi-Fi improvements for smoother network transitions are absent, and basic system functions like folder organization and multitasking have been simplified compared to version 15.0.0.201.

The update is currently in its rollout phase and is expected to reach all North American users within the next 1-2 weeks.

Changelog CPH2451_15.0.0.203(EX01)

Animations

• A cutting-edge system graphics engine is available to deliver superior rendering and animation performance. Its innovative parallel drawing architecture ensures smooth, uninterrupted visuals, even when switching between multiple apps or pushing the system to its limits. Stability and fluidity are guaranteed under any conditions.
• Parallel animation covers more elements like widgets, components, and folders, ensuring seamless transitions and smooth animations, even during frequent interruptions.
• System-wide swipe consistency is extended to third-party apps, including WebView interfaces, for a uniform scrolling experience across the entire system.

Visual effects

• The rounded corner design is enhanced for uniformity and continuous curvature is applied throughout the system.

Themes

• The new flux themes feature a vast array of high-quality themes, allowing customization with system wallpapers and personal photos for a personalized touch.
• The new flux themes present fluid and seamless transition animations among Always-On Display, Lock screen, and Home screen for improved visual consistency.

Live Alerts

• The new Live Alerts design is concentrated on efficient information visualization, positioned centrally for a balanced and streamlined display.
• The new Live Alerts interaction allows capsules to expand into detailed cards with a tap, providing efficient access to multiple live activities by swiping in the status bar.

Photo editing

• The new globally reversible photo editing capability saves previous edit settings for seamless subsequent edits, ensuring uninterrupted creative flow.

Floating Window and Split View

• The new Floating Window gestures: you can swipe down a notification banner to open a floating window, swipe down to enlarge it, swipe up to close it, and swipe sideways to hide it.

Notifications & Quick Settings

• The new Split mode allows separate access to the notification drawer (top-left swipe) and Quick Settings (top-right swipe), with swipe left or right to switch.
• Quick Settings is revamped with a more visually appealing and consistent layout, along with refined and enhanced animations.

More

• Exclusive OxygenOS Always-On Displays and Lock screen clock styles are added for a unique visual experience.
• Exclusive app icon designs for OxygenOS are added, offering a fresh visual experience.