OxygenOS 16 SOTA update has started rolling out to a wide range of OnePlus smartphones, introducing several refinements along with a standout new feature called Pop Out. The February SOTA update is available for multiple devices across the OnePlus Nord series, OnePlus 11, 12, 13, and newer models, with update sizes ranging between 430MB and 500MB depending on the device.
What’s New in the OxygenOS 16 SOTA Update
The most noticeable addition in this update is the Pop Out feature inside the Photos application. This tool allows users to select a subject from an image and separate it from the background while creating collages. The feature works with both standard images and motion photos, giving users more creative freedom when editing images directly on their device.
Alongside Pop Out, OnePlus has also refined the AI Eraser feature. After the update, removed objects leave behind fewer visible traces, resulting in more natural-looking images. In comparison tests, images edited after the SOTA update appear cleaner than those edited on older builds.
Gallery and Photos App Improvements
The Photos app also receives subtle improvements to gesture animations while browsing images. Swiping up or down now feels smoother, although the difference may be minor for most users. OnePlus has additionally mentioned enhancements to reflection removal in portraits and document photos, though performance may vary depending on lighting conditions and reflection intensity.
Private Safe and System Enhancements
Private Safe performance has been optimized, improving the speed of adding large files. Users can continue editing photos and videos inside Private Safe without unlocking them, a feature that was already present in previous builds. The AI Writer tool remains largely unchanged, with existing support for letters, proposals, job descriptions, and scripts.
Final Thoughts
The OxygenOS 16 SOTA update focuses more on refinement than major changes. While many features already existed, the new Pop Out tool adds a creative edge to the OnePlus gallery experience, making this update worth installing for photography and editing enthusiasts.
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