Stable ColorOS 16 rolls out to six new Oppo phones

Oppo's global rollout of ColorOS 16, which began in November 2025 with flagship devices like the Find N5 and Find X8 series, is now reaching a wider audience. The company has officially started pushing the stable update to six more phones: the Oppo Reno 13, Reno 12, Reno 11 Pro, Reno 11, Reno 10 Pro Plus, and the Oppo F25 Pro. This move brings the latest Android 16-based software to a significant portion of Oppo's 2024 and early 2025 portfolio, fulfilling the company's earlier promise for a Q1 2026 release timeline for these specific models.

The update is being delivered over-the-air (OTA) and is rolling out incrementally. This means users may need to wait a few days or even weeks before the notification appears on their specific device, depending on their region. For those eager to check, the manual path is straightforward: navigate to Settings > System & Updates > Software Update. The update packages are substantial, with the Reno 13 receiving version 16.0.1.302 (approximately 3.68GB) and the Reno 12 getting version 16.0.2.400 (ranging from 3.98GB to 4.04GB by region).

What's New in ColorOS 16?

ColorOS 16 isn't just a version bump; it introduces a suite of visual and functional changes aimed at refining the user experience. The design philosophy is centered on the "interplay of light and shadow," resulting in a cleaner, more modern interface with updated icons, animations, and system-wide theming. This is complemented by the new Seamless Animation system, which Oppo claims significantly improves fluidity across the OS. This should make everyday tasks like app launching, multitasking, and navigating through widgets feel more responsive and less choppy, a common pain point on older hardware.

For users who enjoy personalizing their devices, the new Flux Home Screen offers greater flexibility. It allows you to resize app icons and folders into tall, wide, or large formats, with the home screen grid automatically adapting around them. This moves beyond the rigid grid systems of previous versions, offering a more dynamic and personalized layout. The Always-On-Display (AOD) has also received a major overhaul, now allowing users to see their full wallpaper behind the clock and notifications, a feature that brings Oppo's implementation closer to Apple's iOS.

AI Integration and Practical Features

A significant focus of ColorOS 16 is on artificial intelligence. The new AI Mind Space serves as a centralized hub for generative AI tools. Within this space, users can access features like AI Summarization for recordings, creative writing assistance, and the new AI Portrait Glow. This last feature is particularly practical for photography enthusiasts, as it allows for one-tap lighting adjustments in portrait photos, potentially salvaging shots taken in suboptimal conditions.

Beyond these headline features, the update includes various quality-of-life improvements and security patches that come with the underlying Android 16 base. For owners of the Reno 10 Pro Plus, F25 Pro, and the older Reno 11 and 11 Pro, this update represents a significant refresh that could extend the useful life of their devices by providing modern software features and performance optimizations.

Who Should Update?

For the six phones now receiving the update, the recommendation is straightforward: install it. The combination of performance improvements, a refreshed UI, and new AI tools makes it a worthwhile upgrade for most users. The update is particularly beneficial for those who felt their device's performance was lagging or who wanted more customization options. As with any major OS update, it's always wise to ensure you have a recent backup before proceeding, though the process has been stable for most users on the initial rollout devices.

The rollout is ongoing, so patience is key. If you own one of these six models and haven't seen the update yet, it should arrive in the coming days. For the latest information and community reports, users are checking the Oppo Community forums and platforms like Reddit, where real-world experiences and regional rollout details are frequently shared.