OnePlus 11 and 12 Receive AI-Powered ColorOS Update in China

Highlights

  • Introducing AI Summariser, AIGC Remover, and Article Summaries.
  • Seamless removal of objects from photos with AIGC Remover.
  • Phone call summaries and article overviews at your fingertips.
  • Enhanced device usability with fingerprint unlock and media controls.

OnePlus is bringing some AI integration into smartphones with its latest software update for the OnePlus 11 and OnePlus 12 models in China.

This update is said to be introducing a suite of AI-powered features designed to streamline user interaction and enrich the overall device experience.

However, as of now, there is no news on when these features could possibly make it to more global markets.

ColorOS: New AI Features Explained

ColorOS: New AI Features Explained

This update equips both devices with functionalities such as AI Summariser, AIGC Remover, and Article Summaries, positioning OnePlus alongside giants like Samsung and Google in the AI domain.

The AI Summariser is particularly innovative, offering users concise summaries of phone calls, capturing essential details like time and location.

The AIGC Remover feature is going to be a boon for photography enthusiasts, allowing the seamless removal of undesired elements from photos, a capability reminiscent of the sophisticated editing tools found in Samsung and Google Pixel devices.

The recent update noted by Mishaal Rahman unveils a notable advancement for the OnePlus 11 and OnePlus 12 smartphones

Additionally, the Article Summarizer simplifies content consumption by providing succinct overviews of articles with a mere tap.

Beyond AI, the update enhances device usability with practical improvements such as unlocking the phone via the fingerprint scanner without needing to wake the screen first.

It also introduces more granular control over media and notifications, such as managing QQ Music directly from the Always-On Display and options for displaying screen recording indicators.

OxyegnOS Availability?

OxyegnOS Availability?

The firmware versions for the OnePlus 11 and OnePlus 12 are PHB110_14.0.0.403(CN01) and PJD110_14.0.0.405(CN01), respectively.

Each version is tailored to boost not only the AI capabilities but also the core functionalities of the devices, including Bluetooth, NFC, and WLAN network stability, especially in challenging environments akin to subway conditions.

Welcome introduction to AI for OnePlus 11 and 12 users.

As these AI features are currently exclusive to the Chinese versions of ColorOS, global OnePlus users are eagerly anticipating the potential rollout of these advancements in the global versions of OxygenOS.

Given the shared foundation between ColorOS and OxygenOS, there’s a tangible hope that these AI enhancements will soon be available to a wider audience, further solidifying OnePlus’s commitment to innovation and user-centric design.

A standout feature in this update is the AI Summarizer, an intelligent tool that automatically generates summaries of phone calls.

ONEPLUS 12 KEY SPECIFICATION

Key Specs

RAM 8 GB
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 888
Rear Camera 50 MP + 8 MP + 48 MP
Front Camera 32 MP
Battery 5000 mAh
Display 6.7 inches (17.02 cm)

General

Launch Date June 7, 2023 (Unofficial)
Operating System Android v12

Performance

Chipset Qualcomm Snapdragon 888
CPU Octa core (2.84 GHz, Single core, Kryo 680 + 2.42 GHz, Tri core, Kryo 680 + 1.8 GHz, Quad core, Kryo 680)
Architecture 64 bit
Fabrication 5 nm
Graphics Adreno 660
RAM 8 GB

Display

Display Type OLED
Screen Size 6.7 inches (17.02 cm)
Resolution 1080 x 2400 pixels
Pixel Density 393 ppi
Screen Protection Corning Gorilla Glass v5
Bezel-less display Yes with punch-hole display
Touch Screen Yes, Capacitive Touchscreen, Multi-touch

Camera

MAIN CAMERA
Camera Setup Triple
Resolution 50 MP, Primary Camera
8 MP
48 MP
Autofocus Yes
Flash Yes, LED Flash
Image Resolution 8150 x 6150 Pixels
Settings Exposure compensation, ISO control
Shooting Modes Continuous Shooting
High Dynamic Range mode (HDR)
Camera Features Digital Zoom
Auto Flash
Face detection
Touch to focus
Video Recording 1920×1080 @ 30 fps
FRONT CAMERA
Camera Setup Single
Resolution 32 MP, Primary Camera
Video Recording 1920×1080 @ 30 fps

Battery

Capacity 5000 mAh
Type Li-Polymer
Removable No
Quick Charging Yes, Fast
USB Type-C Yes

Storage

Internal Memory 128 GB
Expandable Memory No

Network & Connectivity

SIM Slot(s) Dual SIM, GSM+CDMA
SIM Size SIM1: Nano, SIM2: Nano
Network Support 5G Not Supported in India, 4G Supported in India, 3G, 2G
VoLTE Yes
SIM 1
4G Bands:
TD-LTE 2300(band 40)
FD-LTE 1800(band 3)
3G Bands:
UMTS 1900 / 2100 / 850 / 900 MHz
2G Bands:
GSM 1800 / 1900 / 850 / 900 MHz
GPRS:
Available
EDGE:
Available
SIM 2
4G Bands:
TD-LTE 2300(band 40)
FD-LTE 1800(band 3)
3G Bands:
UMTS 1900 / 2100 / 850 / 900 MHz
2G Bands:
GSM 1800 / 1900 / 850 / 900 MHz
GPRS:
Available
EDGE:
Available
Wi-Fi Yes, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11 b/g/n)
Wi-Fi Features Mobile Hotspot
Bluetooth Yes, v5.2
GPS Yes with A-GPS, Glonass
NFC Yes
USB Connectivity Mass storage device, USB charging

Multimedia

Loudspeaker Yes
Audio Jack USB Type-C

Sensors

Fingerprint Sensor Yes
Fingerprint Sensor Position On-screen
Fingerprint Sensor Type Optical
Other Sensors Light sensor, Proximity sensor, Accelerometer, Compass, Gyroscope

Oneplus 11 5G Key Specifications

RAM 12 GB
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
Rear Camera 50 MP + 48 MP + 32 MP
Front Camera 16 MP
Battery 5000 mAh
Display 6.7 inches (17.02 cm)

General

Operating System Android v13
Custom UI ColorOS

Performance

Chipset Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
CPU Octa core (3.2 GHz, Single core, Cortex X3 + 2.8 GHz, Quad core, Cortex A715 + 2 GHz, Tri core, Cortex A510)
Architecture 64 bit
Fabrication 4 nm
Graphics Adreno 740
RAM 12 GB
RAM Type LPDDR5X

 Display

Display Type AMOLED
Screen Size 6.7 inches (17.02 cm)
Resolution 1440 x 3216 pixels
Aspect Ratio 20.1:9
Pixel Density 526 ppi
Screen to Body Ratio (calculated) 89.68 %
Screen Protection Corning Gorilla Glass v7
Bezel-less display Yes with punch-hole display
Touch Screen Yes, Capacitive Touchscreen, Multi-touch
Brightness 1300 nits
Refresh Rate 120 Hz
Screen to Body Ratio (claimed by the brand) 92.7 %

Design

Height 163.1 mm Compare Size 
Width 74.1 mm
Thickness 8.5 mm
Weight 205 grams
Build Material Back: Mineral Glass
Colours Endless Black, Instant Blue

Camera

MAIN CAMERA
Camera Setup Triple
Resolution 50 MP f/1.8, Wide Angle (84° field-of-view), Primary Camera(24 mm focal length, 1.56″ sensor size)48 MP f/2.2, Ultra-Wide Angle Camera
32 MP f/2.0, Telephoto Camera(48 mm focal length)
Sensor Exmor-RS CMOS Sensor
Autofocus Yes, Phase Detection autofocus
OIS Yes
Flash Yes, LED Flash
Image Resolution 8150 x 6150 Pixels
Settings Exposure compensation, ISO control
Shooting Modes Continuous Shooting
High Dynamic Range mode (HDR)
Camera Features Digital Zoom
Auto Flash
Face detection
Touch to focus
Video Recording 7680×4320 @ 24 fps
3840×2160 @ 30 fps
1920×1080 @ 60 fps
Video Recording Features Dual Video Recording
FRONT CAMERA
Camera Setup Single
Resolution 16 MP f/2.4, Wide Angle, Primary Camera(25 mm focal length)
Flash Yes, Screen flash
Video Recording 1920×1080 @ 30 fps
1280×720 @ 30 fps

Battery

Capacity 5000 mAh
Type Li-Polymer
Removable No
Quick Charging Yes, Super VOOC, 100W: 100 % in 25 minutes
USB Type-C Yes

Storage

Internal Memory 256 GB
Expandable Memory No
Storage Type UFS 4.0
USB OTG Yes

Network & connectivity

SIM Slot(s) Dual SIM, GSM+GSM
SIM Size SIM1: Nano, SIM2: Nano
Network Support 5G Supported in India, 4G Supported in India, 3G, 2G
VoLTE Yes
SIM 1
5G Bands:
FDD N1 / N3 / N5 / N7 / N8 / N20 / N28
TDD N38 / N40 / N41 / N66 / N77 / N78
4G Bands:
TD-LTE 2600(band 38) / 2300(band 40) / 2500(band 41) / 2100(band 34) / 1900(band 39)
FD-LTE 2100(band 1) / 1800(band 3) / 2600(band 7) / 900(band 8) / 700(band 28) / 1900(band 2) / 1700(band 4) / 850(band 5) / 850(band 18) / 850(band 19) / 800(band 20) / 850(band 26)
3G Bands:
UMTS 1900 / 2100 / 850 / 900 MHz
2G Bands:
GSM 1800 / 1900 / 850 / 900 MHz
GPRS:
Available
EDGE:
Available
SIM 2
5G Bands:
FDD N1 / N3 / N5 / N7 / N8 / N20 / N28
TDD N38 / N40 / N41 / N66 / N77 / N78
4G Bands:
TD-LTE 2600(band 38) / 2300(band 40) / 2500(band 41) / 2100(band 34) / 1900(band 39)
FD-LTE 2100(band 1) / 1800(band 3) / 2600(band 7) / 900(band 8) / 700(band 28) / 1900(band 2) / 1700(band 4) / 850(band 5) / 700(band 17) / 850(band 18) / 850(band 19) / 800(band 20) / 850(band 26)
3G Bands:
UMTS 1900 / 2100 / 850 / 900 MHz
2G Bands:
GSM 1800 / 1900 / 850 / 900 MHz
GPRS:
Available
EDGE:
Available
Wi-Fi Yes, Wi-Fi 6 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax) 5GHz, MIMO
Wi-Fi Features Wi-Fi Direct, Mobile Hotspot
Bluetooth Yes, v5.3
GPS Yes with A-GPS, Glonass
NFC Yes
USB Connectivity Mass storage device, USB charging

Multimedia

FM Radio No
Loudspeaker Yes
Audio Jack USB Type-C
Audio Features Dolby Atmos

Sensors

Fingerprint Sensor Yes
Fingerprint Sensor Position On-screen
Fingerprint Sensor Type Optical
Other Sensors Light sensor, Proximity sensor, Accelerometer, Compass, Gyroscope

FAQs

What is the AI Summariser feature in the latest OnePlus update?

The AI Summariser in the latest OnePlus update provides brief summaries of phone calls, highlighting key information such as time and location, enhancing user convenience and efficiency.

How does the AIGC Remover enhance the photography experience on OnePlus devices?

The AIGC Remover allows users to easily delete unwanted elements from their photographs, akin to editing tools on Samsung and Google Pixel, elevating the photo editing capabilities on OnePlus devices.

Can I summarize articles with the new OnePlus update?

Yes, the Article Summarizer feature offers quick, tap-to-generate summaries of articles, simplifying content consumption for OnePlus users.

Will the new AI features of OnePlus be available globally?

Currently, these AI features are exclusive to ColorOS in China, but there’s hope for a global rollout to OxygenOS versions, given the shared foundation between the two operating systems.

What usability enhancements come with the OnePlus AI update?

The update brings practical improvements like unlocking the phone with the fingerprint scanner without waking the screen, controlling QQ Music on the Always-On Display, and options for screen recording indicators.

How does the OnePlus 12’s performance compare to the OnePlus 11?

The OnePlus 12 is expected to house the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset, offering a 30% increase in CPU and 25% in GPU performance over the OnePlus 11’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 2.

This significant leap suggests the OnePlus 12 will outperform its predecessor in speed and efficiency.

What are the key design differences between the OnePlus 12 and OnePlus 11?

The OnePlus 12 is rumoured to feature a higher maximum brightness of 2,600 nits and 2,160Hz PWM dimming on its 6.7-inch OLED display. It also sports a textured back and repositioned Alert Slider, distinguishing it from the OnePlus 11’s design.

What camera improvements are expected in the OnePlus 12?

The OnePlus 12 is anticipated to improve on the OnePlus 11’s camera setup with a 64MP telephoto lens offering 3x optical zoom.

Additionally, the ongoing partnership with Hasselblad suggests further enhancements in camera performance and tuning.

What upgrades in battery life and charging does the OnePlus 12 have over the OnePlus 11?

The OnePlus 12 might feature a 5,400 mAh battery, larger than the OnePlus 11’s 5,000 mAh, and could introduce wireless charging.

Combined with the more efficient Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, this suggests an improvement in overall battery life.

Would these features launch for global variants with Oxygen OS?

It isn’t clear if OnePlus will limit these features to its models in China or bring them to global markets as well, where it ships its devices with Oxygen OS instead of ColorOS, such as the US and India.

However, this is a step in the right direction considering how Samsung, being one of the biggest competitors, already has most of these features. These features would certainly help it better compete in China, and globally when/if these features roll out.

What are AI features unveiled during the OnePlus update in China ?

With the latest ColorOS update, OnePlus has integrated three generative AI features into its smartphones. These features aim to enhance user experience and productivity:

AI Summarizer: OnePlus users can now benefit from an AI-powered summarization tool for phone calls. This feature automatically generates summaries by extracting relevant data such as locations, timestamps, action items, and other key information from phone conversations. This tool is designed to help users quickly review and recall important details from their calls.

AIGC Remover: The update also includes an image editing tool known as AIGC Remover. This tool allows users to remove objects and people from their photos, providing greater control over their images. While similar to features found in other flagship phones like the Pixel 8 and Galaxy S24 series, OnePlus focuses solely on photo editing capabilities without extending to video editing.

Article Summaries: OnePlus users can now create article summaries with a single tap, thanks to the new generative AI feature. By extracting key information from articles, this tool simplifies content consumption, making it easier for users to grasp the essence of lengthy texts.

These AI features, although not as advanced as those offered by competitors like Google and Samsung, represent a positive step for OnePlus users who have been anticipating AI-driven functionalities on their devices.

What are the Additional enhancements of OnePlus 11 & OnePlus 12 AI Powered ColorOS Update in China?

Fingerprint Scanner Access: Users can now access the fingerprint scanner without waking the phone, offering a more convenient and seamless unlocking experience.

Device Motion & Orientation Permission: A new permission setting, known as “Device motion & orientation,” has been introduced in the Settings menu. This feature restricts other apps from accessing the phone’s sensors for actions, gestures, and display orientation, enhancing user privacy and security.

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