How to update OnePlus

Updating Android on your OnePlus is a necessary operation if you need your cellphone to be on top of its performance. In fact, the updates allow to bring a wide range of things that will make the use of your OnePlus more pleasurable. Nevertheless, it is not always simple to update the OnePlus if you don’t know how you can do it. This is why we will observe in this tuto why it truly is essential to make the updates. We will then observe what is the technique to know if an update is available for your OnePlus. We will then see how you can update the OnePlus and the precautions to take before launching. Finally, we will discuss the possible solutions in case you do not find an update available.update-OnePlus

Why to update Android on the OnePlus

Android updates bring a lot to your OnePlus. One of the most important reasons to update your cellphone is protection. In fact, as on all operating systems, there are protection flaws on Android. The updates thus make it possible above all to make disappear these flaws and thus to secure your OnePlus. Another reason that makes the updates interesting is the addition of features. In fact, every update brings its share of features. It may be additional applications or the ability to set certain parameters. Additionally, several improvements may also save your OnePlus battery and therefore extend its battery life. You need to for that reason upgrade your OnePlus, either for security or for features.

How can i know if an update is available on my OnePlus

Before you go into the upgrade of the OnePlus, it will first have to look if there is an update for your telephone. To check this, you need to go to the OnePlus settings menu. After that go all the method down to About the device. Once you are there, decide on Update Software and then search for an update. In cases where an update is available, your OnePlus will offer you to download and install it. In cases where there is nothing, you should observe a text of the type: no update available or your cellphone is already under the latest version .

Ways to update my OnePlus

Updating the OnePlus is very simple. Nevertheless, it may be worthwhile to take several precautions before embarking on the update, as it may happen that the update causes concerns. Here are three things you may do before you get started:

  • Save the data: if you do not know how you can do it, consult our tuto to make a backup of OnePlus.
  • Charging the battery: The procedure may from time to time take time, so make sure you have at least 70% battery.
  • Save your settings: You can make a screen capture of your settings. Discover here how to make a screen capture on OnePlus

Once you have taken your precautions, place to the update. To start the update, go to Settings / About the device / Software update . All you have to do at this point is to start the update for the process to begin. The process will take many minutes and the cellphone will restart several times. When it is finished, the cellphone turns on again and that’s it, your OnePlus is up to date.

Ways to do if no update is available for my OnePlus

In cases where there is no update available for your OnePlus however you still need to update it, please note that it will be possible. Nevertheless, the procedure is a little more difficult. Indeed, you will have to root your OnePlus and install what is called a custom ROC. In cases where it doesn’t scare you, you can follow our article to root a OnePlus. With this technique you will be able to have much more choice on the update you need to install.