OnePlus 7 Pro Gets First Software Update; Adds April Android Security Patch 1e7315 DC Dimming, and Other Notable Features

The latest software update for OnePlus 7 Pro is 494MB in size. 136f3

By Jagmeet Singh | Updated: 15 May 2019 12:35 IST

OnePlus 7 Pro Gets First Software Update; Adds April Android Security Patch, DC Dimming, and Other Notable Features

OnePlus 7 Pro adds a Fnatic mode and various improvements through its first software update p2r

Highlights

OnePlus 7 Pro update brings OxygenOS 9.5.2
It improves the smooth scrolling function
OnePlus 7 Pro has also added Wind Down and Grayscale features

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OnePlus 7 Pro is reported to be receiving its first software update just hours after its global debut. The new software update upgrades the custom ROM to OxygenOS 9.5.2. It also brings the April 2019 Android security patch. Further, OnePlus has pushed a list of improvements through the latest update. The OnePlus 7 Pro already has an AMOLED display with a 90Hz refresh rate. This is aimed to be uplifted through the new update. The new software version also enhances the built-in Gaming mode with a Fnatic mode.

The latest software update for the OnePlus 7 Pro brings OxygenOS 9.5.2.GM21BA and carries firmware version OnePlus7ProOxygen_21_1905010142. It is sized at 494MB and brings the April 2019 Android security patch. Moreover, the update upgrades OxygenOS 9.5.0 to OxygenOS 9.5.2.

OnePlus has also included a DC Dimming feature within the new software update. The feature can be accessed by going to Settings > Utilities > OnePlus Laboratory. Further, the update improves smooth scrolling that utilises the 90Hz display. There are also general bug fixes and improvements to upgrade the overall system performance.

The new software update for the OnePlus 7 Pro also includes a few tweaks pertaining to the Gaming mode. There is a Haptic option that let gamers adjust the vibration effects during their playing time. The update also adds a Fnatic mode to boost the gaming performance on the device. Notably, the gaming-centric features can be accessed by going to Settings > Utilities > Gaming mode.

OnePlus has also updated the Digital Wellbeing experience on the OnePlus 7 Pro through the software update. There are the Wind Down and Grayscale features to reduce eye-strain to some extent. Lastly, the update optimises the photo quality of the triple rear camera setup.

You should receive latest software update on your OnePlus 7 Pro just after purchasing it. Ideally, the update should hit your device automatically, though you would be able to check its presence by going to Settings > System Update.

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Folks at 9to5Google first reported the rollout of the software update for the OnePlus 7 Pro. However, we weren't able to independently the release on our review unit.

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KEY SPECS
NEWS
Variants

Design
Display
Software
Performance
Battery Life
Camera
Value for Money

Good
build
Vivid and immersive display
Powerful stereo speakers
Snappy UI and app performance
Useful secondary cameras
Good battery life

Bad
Heavy
Inconsistent AF in macros
4K videos have oversaturated colours
Mediocre low-light video performance
No wireless charging

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Display 6.67-inch

Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 855

Front Camera 16-megapixel

Rear Camera 48-megapixel + 8-megapixel + 16-megapixel

RAM 12GB

Storage 256GB

Battery Capacity 4000mAh

OS Android 9.0 Pie

Resolution 1440x3120 pixels

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