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OnePlus users can now download the first public beta forAndroid 16for theOnePlus 13.

However, this is one update the average user will probably want to miss.

The back of the OnePlus 13 showing the camera

Also, the update won’t work if you have a carrier gear purchased from Verizon or T-Mobile.

Secondly, while OnePlus does provide instructions to flash the ROM, it is a complicated process.

If you don’t have much experience, then there is a chance of bricking your phone.

OnePlus 13 cameras

However, regardless of location, your phone will need to be running OxygenOS version v15.0.0.703 or below.

As such, check that youkeep backupsthat you’re free to revert to quickly.

What are the known faults?

OnePlus Open held in the hand.

Android 16 screen-off fingerprint unlock in Settings menu

OnePlus 13T

OneUI 7 on a phone and a Samsung rep on stage

An image of a Google Android robot

Oppo Find N5 from the top, partly open

OnePlus 13 and OnePlus 13R

Oppo Find N5 partly open, from behind

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