The OxygenOS 16.1 “Not Eligible” list mainly consists of older OnePlus flagships (like the 10 and 9 series) and mid-range Nord devices that have already completed their official software update lifecycle.
Eligible OnePlus devices running OxygenOS 16.1 will enjoy advanced system optimizations, smarter AI integration, and the highly anticipated Dual Bluetooth Audio support with independent volume controls.
While the flagship OnePlus 13 and 12 series are expected to lead the eligible batch for this Android 17-based update later this year, older generation models will remain on their current stable software.
Almost all OnePlus device users are waiting to get OxygenOS 16.1. It is an update based on Android 16 that brings a more polished experience and some new features. Unfortunately, there are some devices that will not see the update rolling out. Some flagship devices have already started rolling out. So let’s take a look at the names of those devices that will not see any more major updates.
OxygenOS 16.1 Not Eligible Devices List
The devices that you can see in the list below have generally completed their update policy. This means that these old devices will not see any new major OS updates. And most likely, none of the phones on this list will see the OxygenOS 16.1 update.
- OnePlus 10T, 10R, 9 Pro, 9, 9R, 8 series, and all older flagships.
- Original Nord, Nord 2, and Nord 2T.
- Nord CE, CE 2, CE 2 Lite, CE 3, CE 3 Lite, CE 4 and CE 4 Lite.
- N10, N100, N200, N20, N300, N30, and N30 SE.
- OnePlus Pad Go.
However, keep in mind that sometimes the company changes its update policy at the request of the user. So some important devices may get this last OS update, but the chances of it are very low.
New Features in OxygenOS 16.1
In OxygenOS 16.1, OnePlus has added smoother animations, improved AI features, and customization. Not only this, you will also get dual Bluetooth device support features. This means you can connect two Bluetooth devices at the same time and play multimedia on both with customizable volume.
Many users have reported improvements in battery management and performance after the update. However, in some cases, there have been minor glitches in WiFi and Bluetooth, which are expected to be fixed in the next update. However, the update does not seem to be working for everyone as many have reported battery drain issues and some have reported heating issues. These are just a few of the bugs that may be fixed in the next update.
Eligible Devices for OxygenOS 16.1
If you are using a OnePlus device and your phone is on the list below, congratulations, you are eligible to receive the next updates. Because this is the list of devices on which the update will be rolling out and also the next way update like Oxygen OS 17 (Android 17) is also likely to be available on these devices
- OnePlus 13 series
- OnePlus 12 series (OnePlus 12, 12R)
- OnePlus Open / OnePlus 12R Fold
- OnePlus Nord 4, Nord CE 5 series (some models)
- Other new Nord series
OnePlus 13 series is getting the stable update first. Other devices may get it by July-August 2026. Before updating, be sure to take a backup and install it on Wi-Fi and charger.
