Great news for Indian OnePlus users! The company has released a new update for the OnePlus Nord CE 3 5G, bringing several improvements to the phone.
If you own this device, it’s time to install the latest update. OnePlus has started rolling out the OxygenOS 14.0.0.1100 update in India, which includes the August 2024 Android security patch and various bug fixes.
Update Rollout and How to Check
The update is being released gradually, so it might not be available to everyone right away. If you haven’t received it yet, don’t worry; it will arrive soon.
To check if the update is available on your phone, go to Settings, tap About Phone, and look for the Update option. If the update is available, you can download and install it directly.
What’s New in the Update
Battery Life Optimization: The update optimizes power consumption, which should help extend battery life.
Improved Screenshot Functionality: The three-finger swipe gesture for taking screenshots has been improved.
Security Patch: The update includes the August 2024 Android security patch, enhancing the phone’s security.
Bug Fixes and Improvements
Camera: Fixes an issue where the camera preview might appear too small in the Douyin app.
Lock Screen: Corrects a problem where the time was not fully displayed on the lock screen.
Volume Controls: Resolves an issue where the volume slider in Quick Settings and the physical volume button could overlap.
Calendar Sync: Fixes an issue where birthdays from contacts might not sync with calendar events.
Audio Playback: Addresses a problem where audio from some apps played incorrectly through the receiver.
Swipe Response: Improves delayed swipe response in Simple Mode.
Auto Brightness: Fixes an issue where auto brightness could turn on automatically.
App Updates: Resolves an issue where the “Uninstall update” button might be unavailable after an app update.
Enhancements in Connectivity, Gaming, and Camera
NFC Payments: Fixes an issue preventing NFC-enabled payments.
Gaming Stability: Addresses an issue where the screen goes black during gameplay and improves overall gaming stability.
Vibration: Corrects a problem where the device might not vibrate for phone calls.
Camera Screenshot: Fixes an issue where the “three-finger screenshot” might not work in the camera interface.
How to Report Issues
If you encounter any issues after the update, you can report them directly from your Nord CE 3 5G by dialing *#800# and selecting the option to submit a bug.
OnePlus Nord CE 3 5G: Price and Features
At launch, the 8GB+128GB model was priced at Rs 26,999, and the 12GB+256GB model was priced at Rs 28,999. Currently, the 8GB+128GB variant is available on Amazon for Rs 18,999.
The phone features a 6.7-inch AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, powered by the Snapdragon 782G processor.
It has a 5000 mAh battery with 80W SuperVOOC fast charging support, which can fully charge the phone in just 15 minutes.
The device includes a 50-megapixel main rear camera and a 16-megapixel front camera for selfies.
