Despite Oppo integration, OnePlus CEO says OxygenOS to continue to be the OS for global OnePlus devices

OnePlus and Oppo are integrating teams and possibly features, but the two brands will remain separate technically. OnePlus has now confirmed that it will continue to use OxygenOS.

OnePlus CEO Pete Lau, earlier this week, had announced that it would further integrate its business with Oppo, a move that had been rumoured since he took over the product responsibilities for both companies. Although his initial forum post confirmed the two companies would remain separate entities. It is still unclear what exactly the integration will mean, but OnePlus will operate independently and likely remain a mid-tier and budget smartphone brand. This type of arrangement is not uncommon in other industries. For instance, Audi and Volkswagen, Hyundai, and Kia share components and other platforms but have distinct designs and brands catering to different market segments. As both smartphone makers are owned by BBK Electronics, the move further strengthens their and will help them expand their product range with more advanced tech and innovations in the future.