OnePlus has gotten slower and slower at releasing security updates in a timely manner, ranking far behind devices from Samsung, Google, and other companies in our security update tracker. The first week of November is drawing to a close, but OnePlus is about to update its first phones to the October security patch level.

OxygenOS 11.0.1.1 is starting to roll out on the OnePlus 8 and 8 Pro, with a broader version expected in a few days (assuming no major bugs are discovered). In addition to the October patches, the update also includes fixes to adaptive brightness, 5G and Wi-Fi connectivity, Bluetooth audio, and a few other minor changes.

System

  • Optimized the frame stability algorithm for a smoother experience
  • Optimized adaptive brightness algorithm, making 8,192 levels of automatic brightness adjustment more convenient
  • Background process management mechanism optimized to improve standby performance
  • Quick settings have been adjusted to three lines.
  • Android security patch updated to 2020.10
  • Improved system stability

Environmental display

  • Newly added canvas feature that can automatically draw wireframe image based on lock screen photo on your phone （Path ： Settings-Personalization-Wallpaper-Canvas-Choose photo preview and it can be generated automatically

Net

  • Optimized the smart 5G function to extend the battery life capacity
  • Optimized Wi-Fi connection to improve connectivity stability

Bluetooth

  • Optimized Wi-Fi connection to reduce transfer lag
  • Fixed low probability issue of mute after connecting to Bluetooth

If you want to install the update right now, you may be able to download it through the Oxygen Updater app. Otherwise, wait a few days for it to appear automatically.