OnePlus has officially started rolling out the OxygenOS 16.0.2.400 update for the Nord CE 5 model in India. This update is specifically targeted at the CPH2717_16.0.2.400(EX01) variant and is currently being distributed in phases. Initially, a limited batch of users will receive the update before it reaches a broader audience in the coming days.
The highlight of this update is the significant enhancement to the Photo app. The system now automatically straightens portrait and architectural photos during cropping and rotation, simplifying the editing process for users. Additionally, video editing tools have been expanded to include clip trimming, splitting and merging multiple videos, adding music and text overlays, adjusting playback speed, and more precise video duration cropping.
Enhanced Photo and Video Editing Features
OnePlus has introduced new editing capabilities aimed at a more comprehensive media experience. Users can now:
- Crop and rotate photos with automatic alignment corrections.
- Trim video clips effortlessly.
- Split and combine multiple video files into one seamless clip.
- Add background music and text annotations to videos.
- Control video playback speed with finer adjustments.
- Precisely crop video lengths for better customization.
These additions empower users to create polished photos and videos without the need for external apps.
Improved Content Organization and App Performance
The update also brings a range of options for managing media content. New filters help sort photos and videos into categories such as Moving Photos, Screenshots, Screen Recordings, and Edited Items. This categorization assists users in locating specific files quickly. Moreover, the app’s performance has been fine-tuned, resulting in faster thumbnail loading speeds. Background processing is now better optimized, ensuring a smoother browsing experience even with large media libraries.
Convenient Storage and Personalization Tools
To enhance productivity, OnePlus has integrated the Storage Cleaner tool directly into the Smart Sidebar. This change allows quicker access to storage management, enabling users to free up space promptly. Furthermore, the interface now supports drag-and-drop functionality for resized app icons and shortcut icons, including cloned app icons. This flexibility enhances home screen personalization by making icon arrangement more intuitive and responsive.
Refined Search and Gesture Navigation
The Circle to Search feature has seen functional improvements. When using gesture navigation, the search activation now works by long-pressing the area where the gesture bar typically appears—even when the bar is hidden. This update provides a more seamless and intuitive way to access contextual search without interrupting the navigation flow.
Security and Privacy Enhancements
With this update, OnePlus delivers the Android January 2026 security patch, reinforcing system protection. The Private Safe feature now supports editing photos and videos without opening them first, adding an extra privacy layer for sensitive content. Additionally, the Phone Manager app includes an automatic update option for the blocklist, using both Wi-Fi and cellular data. This helps maintain protection against emerging threats by ensuring the blocking system is always current.
Update Availability and Requirements
It’s important to note that OxygenOS 16.0.2.400 is available only to users already on OxygenOS 16. Nord CE 5 owners still running OxygenOS 15 must upgrade to OxygenOS 16 before accessing this latest update. OnePlus has begun the rollout as of January 10, 2026, for select users, with wider distribution expected shortly.
This update reflects OnePlus’s ongoing commitment to improving user experience through software innovation. By enhancing media editing capabilities, refining system performance, and bolstering security measures, OxygenOS 16.0.2.400 makes the Nord CE 5 a more versatile and secure device for users in India.