OnePlus 5 and 5T updated to OxygenOS 5.1.5 with August 2018-security patch. This update makes you unlock your phone easily just by entering your PIN – no longer need to tap the confirmation button. Another important change in this update is support for Project Treble, but not fully implemented. Seamless update not yet supported.
Both OnePlus 5 and 5T will get the new OxygenOS 5.1.5 OTA update soon. If you have not received the OTA notification, you can use Oxygen Updater app or use any VPN app and set the region to Canada or Germany to get the update right now without waiting for the OTA.
Changelog:
– Updated Android security patch to August 2018
– Confirm PIN without tapping the confirmation icon to unlock the phone (Settings -> Security & lock screen -> Screen lock -> PIN)
Though not yet announced officially, Project Treble support is the most important change of this new OxygenOS 5.1.5 stable update. Many owners of both devices have already confirmed it via official OnePlus forum.
For your information, the Chinese company already enabled Project Treble compatibility to both devices via OxygenOS Open Beta 13 and Open Beta 11 update. This feature addresses the slow software update schedule of handsets. In addition, it enables users to flash AOSP GSI (Generic System Images) onto the device.
How to Install OxygenOS 5.1.5 Update for the OnePlus 5/5T
1. Download OxygenOS 5.1.5 zip file from OnePlus download section here and place it on internal storage of your device.
2. Reboot the phone into stock Recovery (press Power + Volume Down buttons after switching off the phone)
3. In recovery, wipe Cache
4. Now, choose “Install from internal storage”, find your .zip file and flash it
5. Your device will reboot automatically after installing the OS.
What do you think about the new update for your device? Let us know in the comments section below. (source)
