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Leaks originating from Telegram suggest upcoming improvements to Oppo and OnePlus’s custom Android skins, ColorOS 17 and OxygenOS 17, respectively. The anticipated updates, based on Android 17, focus on performance enhancements, refined animations, and camera improvements, according to reports first noted by Android Headlines.

Both ColorOS 17 and OxygenOS 17 are expected to feature optimized CPU resource management, aiming for a boost in overall performance. The leaked information indicates better memory management will also be implemented, leading to quicker application launches and a reduction in micro-stutters. Multitasking capabilities are also slated for improvement, with the potential for increased app retention in the background.

Software optimizations targeting battery life are also reportedly in development, though specific details remain unconfirmed. The timing of these updates coincides with Google’s release of the Android 17 beta, suggesting a coordinated rollout strategy for Oppo and OnePlus devices.

Beyond performance, the new skins are expected to deliver smoother, more consistent system-wide animations and a reduction in frame drops throughout the user interface. Improvements to the camera application are also highlighted, with a focus on smoother zoom transitions during photo and video capture, and reduced lag during continuous zoom operations.

Oppo’s ColorOS 16, based on Android 16, is currently rolling out globally to devices including the Locate X8 and N3 series, bringing with it smoother animations, enhanced performance, and new AI tools, according to Gadgets360. OnePlus’s OxygenOS 16, also based on Android 16, is available for models like the OnePlus 13 and Open, introducing a translucent design, increased customization options, and enhanced AI features.

Currently, there is no confirmed release timeline for ColorOS 17 or OxygenOS 17. Though, it is anticipated that the updates will become available for compatible devices following the stable release of Android 17. As the information is based on a leak, its accuracy remains subject to official confirmation from Oppo, and OnePlus.

OnePlus and Oppo have recently begun using dynamic download links for OTA updates, which expire approximately 10 minutes after generation, according to a post on XDA Forums. This change impacts the sharing of update links online, requiring users to obtain fresh links for installation.