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OnePlus 15R Launched in India: Price, Specifications, Features and Offers
OnePlus has officially launched the OnePlus 15R in India. This is the brand’s latest top-end smartphone in the R series, and it arrives as promised with flagship-level features, long software support, and a large battery.
Software and Updates
The OnePlus 15R runs on OxygenOS 16, which is based on Android 16. The company says this new version of OxygenOS brings AI-powered features for smoother usage, smarter language tools, and better camera processing.
There is also deeper integration with Google Gemini, Google’s personal AI assistant. Users can connect Gemini with OnePlus’ Mind Space, allowing them to save information and act on it later. The new Plus Mind feature works like a personalised, context-aware “second brain” that helps users recall and use saved content easily.
In terms of long-term support, the OnePlus 15R will receive 4 major Android OS updates and 6 years of security patches, the same update policy as the flagship OnePlus 15.
Display
The phone features a large 6.83-inch 1.5K AMOLED display with an adaptive refresh rate of 60Hz, 90Hz, 120Hz, 144Hz and up to 165Hz for gaming. For faster and more accurate touch response, it includes a dedicated touch chip with 3200Hz touch sampling rate.
The display offers a pixel density of 450 PPI and can reach a peak brightness of 1,800 nits. It can also dim down to 2 nits, or even 1 nit when the Reduce White Point feature is enabled. OnePlus has also confirmed that the display carries TÜV Rheinland Intelligent Eye Care 5.0 certification.
Performance
The OnePlus 15R is the first smartphone powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chipset. It comes with 12GB LPDDR5X RAM and up to 512GB UFS 4.1 storage.
For thermal management, the phone uses a 360-degree Cryo-Velocity Cooling System, which includes a large 5,704mm² 3D vapour chamber, an aerogel insulation layer to reduce surface heat, and a white graphite back for better heat distribution.
The device also has a dedicated Wi-Fi chip for more stable and faster connections. For Indian users, OnePlus has partnered with TP-Link to reduce Wi-Fi congestion and lower in-game lag, even on crowded networks.
Camera
On the camera front, the OnePlus 15R features a 50MP Sony IMX906 primary sensor with OIS, an 8MP ultra-wide camera, and a 32MP autofocus front camera.
The rear camera supports 4K video recording at 120fps. The phone also uses the DetailMax Engine, the same advanced imaging system found on the OnePlus 15, for better photo clarity and detail.
Key camera features include:
- Ultra-Clear 26MP Mode: Combines multiple 12MP frames with a single 50MP frame to produce clearer images with manageable file sizes.
- Clear Burst: Shoots at up to 10 frames per second, using dual-exposure technology to reduce blur while keeping details intact.
- Clear Night Engine: Uses Dual Analog Gain technology to capture brighter and cleaner night photos with reduced noise.
Design and Durability
The OnePlus 15R comes with a metal frame and is available in three colour options:
- Charcoal Black with a glass back
- Mint Breeze with a glass back
- Electric Violet, exclusive to India, using fibreglass for better durability
The phone carries IP66, IP68, IP69 and IP69K ratings, which means it can handle water immersion up to 2 metres for 30 minutes and even high-pressure hot water jets up to 80°C.
Battery and Charging
The smartphone packs a massive 7,400mAh battery. OnePlus claims the battery is designed to retain at least 80 percent capacity even after four years of use.
It supports 80W SUPERVOOC fast charging and uses Silicon Nanostack battery technology with 15 percent silicon content in the anode. This helps deliver higher energy density while keeping the battery compact.
OnePlus 15R Specifications
- 6.83-inch 1.5K AMOLED display with up to 165Hz refresh rate
- Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chipset with Adreno 840 GPU
- 12GB LPDDR5X RAM
- 256GB or 512GB UFS 4.1 storage
- Android 16 with OxygenOS 16
- 50MP main camera with OIS, 8MP ultra-wide camera
- 32MP autofocus front camera
- In-display ultrasonic fingerprint sensor, IR sensor
- Stereo speakers, USB Type-C
- IP66, IP68, IP69, IP69K water and dust resistance
- 7400mAh battery with 80W SuperVOOC charging
Price and Availability in India
The OnePlus 15R price in India starts at:
- Rs. 47,999 for the 12GB RAM + 256GB storage variant
- Rs. 52,999 for the 16GB RAM + 512GB storage variant
The phone will be available via OnePlus.in, the OnePlus Store app, Amazon.in, and offline stores such as OnePlus Experience Stores, Reliance Digital, Croma, Vijay Sales, and Bajaj Electronics.
Pre-bookings start on December 17 at 8:30 PM, while the open sale begins on December 22.
Launch Offers
Customers who pre-book the OnePlus 15R will receive OnePlus Nord Buds 3 (Harmonic Gray) worth Rs. 2,299 at no extra cost.
Additional open sale offers include:
- Up to Rs. 3,000 instant discount on HDFC Bank credit cards
- Up to Rs. 3,000 instant discount on Axis Bank credit cards
- Up to 6 months of no-cost EMI on major credit cards
- 180-day phone replacement plan and lifetime display warranty for all OnePlus 15R users
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Nothing has started rolling out the Nothing OS 4.1 October 2026 update for the Nothing Phone (2). The update focuses on bug fixes, system stability improvements, and connectivity optimisations. It also brings the October 2026 security patch.
The update size is 107 MB, making it a relatively small maintenance update.
Nothing OS 4.1 October Update: What’s New?
According to the official changelog displayed on the device, the update includes the following improvements:
- Video playback: Improved smoothness for videos recorded at 1080p@ 60FPS.
- Bluetooth: Optimised connection stability when activating the voice assistant.
- Wi-Fi hotspot: Fixed an issue where the hotspot frequency did not match the selected option in certain cases.
- System stability: Enhanced overall system stability.
- Security: Updated to the October 2026 security patch.
How to Download the Update
Nothing Phone (2) users can check for the latest update by navigating to Settings > System > System Update. If the update is available, download and install it.
The rollout may happen in phases, so some users might have to wait before receiving the update.
If you don’t receive any OTA related to the update, you can manually update through our Nothing Firmware app.
Overall, the Nothing OS 4.1 October update is a minor maintenance release focused on improving the everyday user experience rather than introducing new features.
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Nothing has teased another Pokémon on its official X account and Nothing Community, hinting that a new product could be on the way. This time, the company has shared Kingdra, Pokémon #230 in the National Pokédex.
Kingdra is a Water/Dragon-type Pokémon introduced in Generation II. The teaser features the Pokémon alongside a cryptic description about sleeping deep on the ocean floor to build energy and causing tornadoes when it wakes up.
What Could Nothing Be Launching Next?
Nothing has not revealed which product the new Pokémon teaser refers to. However, the company has previously used Pokémon-themed teasers to build anticipation for upcoming devices, making this latest post worth watching.
An audio product, such as new Nothing Ear earbuds or headphones, could be one possibility. A new smartphone or another product category cannot be ruled out either.
For now, the product name, specifications, pricing and launch date remain unknown. More details may emerge through future teasers from the company.
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WhatsApp is testing a new shortcut that makes sharing Instagram Reels directly in chats easier. The feature adds a dedicated Reels button to the chat attachment menu, allowing users to quickly find and share Instagram content without navigating through multiple menus.
The feature was spotted in WhatsApp beta for Android version 2.26.42.9 and is currently rolling out to some beta testers.
WhatsApp Adds a Dedicated Reels Button
Previously, users who linked their WhatsApp account to Meta’s Accounts Center could access Instagram Reels through the media picker. However, finding the option required opening the picker and selecting Instagram from the source list.
With the new shortcut, users can tap the Reels button directly from the chat attachment menu to open a dedicated interface for browsing and sharing content.
Recent, Saved and Liked Reels
The new interface includes three tabs:
- Recent: Reels recently watched on Instagram.
- Saved: Reels saved by the user.
- Liked: Reels liked by the user.
Users can browse these sections and select content to share in WhatsApp chats. The interface also reportedly provides access to posts.
Availability
The shortcut requires users to link their WhatsApp account to Meta’s Accounts Center. This integration remains optional, so users who prefer to keep their accounts separate can continue using WhatsApp without connecting them.
The feature is rolling out gradually to Android beta testers through the Google Play Store. WhatsApp has not yet announced when the dedicated Reels shortcut will become available to all users.
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