OnePlus 15 and Pad 4 in India get Android 17 before the rest of the world
The early rollout of ColorOS 17 marks the final retirement of OxygenOS on the company's flagship devices.
By Carolina Wood ·
Seven days earlier than planned, OnePlus began delivering stable Android 17 software to the OnePlus 15 and OnePlus Pad 4 in India. The company had originally scheduled the first batch of updates for October 29, 2026. This early launch shifts the timeline forward, giving Indian users access to the new operating system before the rest of the world.
The update signals the end of OxygenOS. OnePlus had previously announced that it would phase out its own software skin in favor of Oppo's ColorOS. The OnePlus 15 and Pad 4 are the first models to complete this transition. The company stated that the new software is designed to make interactions more fluid and to help users turn ideas into finished work with the help of artificial intelligence.
OnePlus described the new system as a move toward "Flow with AI, Flow Everywhere." The goal, according to the company, is to reduce friction as people move between tasks and different devices. The software had been available in beta for several weeks. The stable release now makes these features available to all regular users on the two supported models.
Only the OnePlus 15 and the OnePlus Pad 4 are included in this initial wave. OnePlus confirmed that other devices will receive the update later. The next group of phones to get the software is scheduled for October 30, 2026. This second wave will include the OnePlus 13, as well as previous generation flagships and various Nord models.
The shift to ColorOS follows a period of significant changes for the brand. OnePlus scaled back most of its global operations and moved its hardware production closer to its parent company, Oppo. This restructuring led to the decision to unify the software experience across the brand. The change aims to streamline development and support for future devices.
Reports indicate that the transition has had immediate effects on the market. The OnePlus 15 and other models sold out in the United States following the company's operational changes. OnePlus has also unveiled the OnePlus 16, which features a large 9,000 mAh battery. The early India rollout suggests the company is prioritizing this market while it adjusts its global footprint.
The update is expected to reach other regions in the coming days. While specific dates for these other markets have not been confirmed, the India launch serves as the starting point for the global rollout. The move to ColorOS 17 represents a major change for long-time OnePlus users who have relied on OxygenOS for years.
The stable release includes the latest Android security patches and performance improvements. Users on the OnePlus 15 and Pad 4 can now check for the update through the standard settings menu. The company did not provide a specific size for the download file. The early launch was not accompanied by a new hardware release.
