OnePlus has officially addressed recent speculation regarding the update policy for its latest flagship smartphones, the OnePlus 13 and OnePlus 13R. The company has dismissed earlier reports that suggested Android 15-based OxygenOS 15, which comes pre-installed on the devices, would be counted as the first OS update. Instead, OnePlus has confirmed that both phones will receive OS updates up to Android 19, ensuring a full four-year update cycle.
Ppdate Policy
OnePlus India clarified the update policy in a recent post on X (formerly Twitter). The company assured users that the version of Android that comes pre-installed on the OnePlus 13 and OnePlus 13R will not be included in the four-year update cycle. As a result, both devices will receive the following Android updates:
- Android 16
- Android 17
- Android 18
- Android 19
In addition to OS updates, OnePlus is also committing to six years of security updates for these devices.
Previous Reports and Clarification
The clarification comes after a report from DroidLife, which quoted OnePlus North America’s PR team, suggested that Android 15 would be considered the first OS update for the OnePlus 13 series. This implied that users would only receive updates up to Android 18 instead of Android 19. However, OnePlus has now confirmed that the initial report was incorrect, putting an end to any confusion regarding the update cycle.
OnePlus Watch 3
The OnePlus 13 series was not the only device caught in update-related speculation. A recent report suggested that the OnePlus Watch 3 would receive only two years of bi-monthly security updates, ending in early 2027. This raised concerns as it implied fewer security updates than its predecessor, the OnePlus Watch 2.
OnePlus has since issued a clarification, confirming that both the OnePlus Watch 3 and Watch 2 will receive three years of software updates. The update schedule for these smartwatches includes:
- Three years of software updates
- Three years of quarterly security updates
According to OnePlus, the OnePlus Watch 3 will receive updates from 2025 until 2027, while the OnePlus Watch 2 will continue to receive updates until 2026.
With these clarifications, OnePlus has reaffirmed its commitment to long-term software support for both its smartphones and smartwatches, ensuring users can rely on extended updates for their devices.
FAQs
How long will the OnePlus 13 receive OS updates?
The OnePlus 13 will receive OS updates up to Android 19.
Does OxygenOS 15 count as an update for OnePlus 13?
No, OxygenOS 15 does not count as part of the four-year update cycle.
How many years of security updates will OnePlus 13 get?
OnePlus 13 will receive six years of security updates.
Will OnePlus Watch 3 get software updates?
Yes, the OnePlus Watch 3 will receive three years of software updates.
When will OnePlus Watch 2 stop receiving updates?
The OnePlus Watch 2 will receive updates until 2026.
