OnePlus has started rolling out the OxygenOS 15 update for the Nord CE 3 5G in India. Based on Android 15, the update introduces improved system animations, Flux Themes for customization, Live Alerts, OnePlus Share, and AI-powered features. However, early adopters are reporting several issues and bugs, including display glitches, missing features, and UI performance problems.
OxygenOS 15 Update for OnePlus Nord CE 3: Key Highlights
📌 Firmware Version: CPH2569_15.0.0.401
📌 Rollout: Staggered rollout in batches across India
📌 New Features:
✔️ AI Retouch – Enhances image clarity by restoring details in blurred or zoomed-in photos
✔️ AI Notes – Improves text refinement and writing continuity
✔️ Flux Themes – Allows users to customize wallpapers, Always-on Display (AoD), Lock screen, and Home screen
✔️ Live Alerts – Expands the punch-hole capsule into detailed status cards and enables live activity updates in the status bar
✔️ OnePlus Share – Enables file transfers to iOS devices
✔️ Split Mode – Separates the Notification Drawer and Quick Settings
✔️ Charging Limit – Stops charging at 80% to extend battery life and reduce degradation
User Complaints and Reported Issues
Despite the feature-rich update, early adopters have encountered several technical issues:
🔴 Flux Themes Not Available – Users report that most Flux Themes are missing after the update
🔴 Green/Yellow Line Bug – A flickering green/yellow line appears when switching between Always-on Display (AoD) and Lock Screen
🔴 Live Alerts Glitches – Live Alerts fail to work in landscape mode, and in some cases, they don’t function at all
🔴 Sidebar AI Features Missing – AI-powered functions don’t appear in the Sidebar
🔴 No New Volume Slider – Users expected a redesigned volume slider, but it remains unchanged
🔴 Quick Tiles Customization Issues – Changing Quick Settings tiles isn’t seamless
🔴 Performance Lag & RAM Management Problems – UI stutters and apps reload frequently due to high RAM consumption
🔴 OIS Lag in Video Recording – Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) lags while recording videos in 1080p resolution
OnePlus has yet to officially address these issues, but a patch update is expected to resolve the reported problems.
How to Check for the OxygenOS 15 Update
To manually check for the update:
📌 Go to: Settings > System & Updates > Software Update
📌 If the update is available, download and install it
OnePlus Nord CE 3 5G: A Quick Recap
📅 Launch Date: July 2023
💰 Starting Price: ₹26,999
📱 Display: 6.78-inch AMOLED ProXDR, 120Hz LTPO 4.0
⚡ Processor: Snapdragon 782G
🔋 Battery: 5,500mAh, 100W SUPERVOOC Charging
📸 Cameras: 50MP Sony IMX890 (OIS) + 8MP Ultra-wide + 2MP Macro, 16MP Selfie
🔗 Connectivity: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.3, NFC, Dual SIM
Verdict: Should You Install OxygenOS 15 Now?
If you’re excited about the new AI features and UI improvements, you can proceed with the update, but be prepared for possible glitches. For a smoother experience, waiting for OnePlus to roll out a bug-fix update might be the wiser choice.
Bhupendra Singh Chundawat is a seasoned technology journalist with over 22 years of experience in the media industry. He specializes in covering the global technology landscape, with a deep focus on manufacturing trends and the geopolitical impact on tech companies. Currently serving as the Editor at Udaipur Kiran, his insights are shaped by decades of hands-on reporting and editorial leadership in the fast-evolving world of technology.
