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While OnePlus has confirmed that it will replace OxygenOS with Oppo's ColorOS as part of a wider software integration strategy, it says it will remain 'independent entities' in India.

OnePlus has reaffirmed its commitment to the Indian market while announcing a major software shift that could redefine the brand. Eligible OnePlus smartphones will soon have the option to upgrade to ColorOS 17, signalling the gradual phase-out of OxygenOS as a standalone software experience.

Realme has announced a significant strategic shift, pausing its smartphone business in China and replacing realme UI with ColorOS 17. , Technology & Science, Times Now

Realme has confirmed its phones will move to ColorOS, but says its India business, distribution, and hiring plans remain unaffected

OnePlus will transition from OxygenOS to Oppo's ColorOS for future smartphones, as confirmed in community posts by company executives. , Technology & Science, Times Now

OnePlus India CEO Robin Liu, in January 2026, made a similar "business as usual..." statement and exactly two months later in March, he suddenly resigned.

OnePlus' future in India could face scrutiny as reports suggest the brand's international retreat may widen beyond the US and Europe in the coming years.

OnePlus has announced that it is going to phase out OxygenOS to move to Oppo's ColorOS. At the same time, the company has confirmed that it is ending its operations in the US and Europe.

The reported move comes as slowing smartphone demand, rising component costs and memory shortages continue to pressure the global market.

OnePlus is reportedly exiting the U.S. and the Europe market, and may also wind up operations in India. The Chinese smartphone maker, which was earlier carved out of Oppo along with Realme, may be merged with its parent, per media reports