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OnePlus

Chinese phone manufacturer OnePlus, and its One smartphone, are an Android enthusiasts dream. Powerful hardware, customizable software, unlockable bootloader, and a great price.
"How to Update Your OnePlus 6 or 6T Without Losing Root — No Computer Needed" cover image
Jul 13, 2020

One of the biggest downsides to rooting is that it can be a pain to update every month with each new security patch. With other phones, you might have had to fully unroot the device, maybe flash a sto ...

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Jul 9, 2020

We've seen some Android phones in the past make answering calls as simple as lifting the phone to your ear. Although it's not a highly mentioned feature, you can enable this setting on your OnePlus de ...

OnePlus smartphone with a sleek design displaying the brand logo on the screen.
May 15, 2020

UPDATE:The OnePlus 8 Pro has been released! Check it out on the official OnePlus website or read through the rumored specs we've left below for posterity. Even though OnePlus no longer uses the motto, ...

"How to Install TWRP Custom Recovery on Your OnePlus 6" cover image
Apr 30, 2020

When it comes to modding Android, there's no better tool than Team Win's TWRP custom recovery. You can use it to root your phone, flash mods like Magisk or Xposed, and even replace the entire operatin ...

Boot image file icon.
Apr 28, 2020

OnePlus phones are easy to root, but that also means they're easy to brick if you get trigger happy with your superuser privileges. If you find yourself in this situation, you'll quickly realize the O ...

Notification on a smartphone showing the time 8:12, with a message stating, "This is a test! Now you can see me!"
Apr 17, 2020

OnePlus releases some unique and exciting features before they start catching on with everyone else. Their OxygenOS is often considered the cleanest and most useful variant of Android. However, there ...

Mobile app interface showing "My Library" with three icons on a smartphone screen.
Apr 16, 2020

If you have a OnePlus phone with an in-display fingerprint scanner like the 6T or 7 Pro, the "Quick launch" feature can put a variety of app shortcuts right on your lock screen for easy access. For ex ...

Smartphone displaying articles about wireless headphones and social media features.
Apr 9, 2020

There are quite a few ways to take screenshots on Android, but not all are so obvious. In fact, the best methods are often gesture shortcuts, hidden from sight by the OEM. OnePlus is no exception. To ...

"How to Get Google's Call Screen Feature on Your OnePlus" cover image
Apr 1, 2020

Spam calls are one of the most annoying things to happen in the world of smartphones for more than one reason. Not only are they bothersome, but they can also be dangerous to people who don't know any ...

"How to Unbrick Your OnePlus 6T When All Else Fails" cover image
Mar 22, 2020

When flashing files through TWRP, ADB, or Fastboot, there's a slight chance for things to go wrong. Whether it's user error related or something else entirely, it's always good to have a backup plan. ...