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OnePlus Quits North America and Europe, Retires OxygenOS

Consolidating OnePlus under Oppo’s ColorOS aims to cut costs, speed software updates, and possibly foreshadow further market exits.

Overview

  • OnePlus confirmed Thursday that it will stop launching new products in North America and Europe and will sell remaining inventory without planned restocks.
  • The company also announced the retirement of OxygenOS and will offer eligible phones a voluntary move to Oppo’s ColorOS beginning with the Android 17 update cycle.
  • OnePlus and Oppo say they will continue to provide promised security updates, warranty coverage, repairs, and after‑sales support for existing devices in affected regions.
  • Reports point to financial and external pressures — rising DRAM and memory costs, weak overseas sales, loss of carrier traction, and an Apple trade‑secrets lawsuit — as key reasons for the restructuring.
  • China and India remain markets for now, but Bloomberg and industry sources say a possible OnePlus exit from India in 2027 and wider brand reassignments under Oppo are likely, reducing Western Android competition and shifting Oppo’s strategy in Europe.