OnePlus has rolled out the November security patch to these phones

OnePlus promises to deliver regular system updates for its wide array of smartphones for at least two years and in some cases longer for flagships, so let’s see how they’re handling the November 2021 security update.

OnePlus November 2021 security update — What’s new?

Google added the November security patch as the first post-Android 12 updates for all eligible Pixel devices, but as usual, Samsung was actually first to drop the latest security patch for its immensely popular Galaxy series in late October — which is mighty impressive.

However, OnePlus has lagged behind, having done well in recent months to keep current and previous handsets updated. The November 2021 security patch didn’t arrive on OnePlus devices until 21 days later. While that is shocking, it’s not surprising as many OnePlus devices are on a bimonthly update schedule, and so you may be wondering if your device is set to get updated.

This is notable as also comes as the previous October patch still hasn’t hit all of the OnePlus series. Overall it’s incredibly disappointing, but still, not all that new. The October 2021 security patch has, therefore, only started to arrive on a small pool of OnePlus devices that did not get the September update. This previous update made a couple of changes to the system and even added the Files by Google app to certain handsets, too.

If Android 12 is set to be available in the coming weeks, we would hope that the rollout will include the very latest security patch at that point in time. Given the recent track record, it’s anyone’s guess at this stage, though.

OnePlus devices with the November 2021 update

OnePlus 9 series

The flagship duo is set to be superseded in the coming months, but until then the biggest releases in the history of OnePlus are still the most up-to-date. One major downside is that yet again you will have to run experimental or beta software on your device to get the November 2021 security update on your OnePlus 9 series handset.

OxygenOS 12 Open Beta 2 began rolling out with a number of tweaks and fixes for the pre-release build of Android 12. It also contained the very latest patch among all of the added software tuning. We’re not yet sure if an Android 11 build of OxygenOS will come to the OnePlus 9 series with the latest patch, meaning that this is the only way to get updated at present.

For those running Android 11 on their OnePlus 9 and 9 Pro, the Chinese tech firm confirmed the rollout of OxygenOS 11.2.10.10 in a dedicated blog post on the official forums. This update brings some other third-party app performance tweaks but most importantly, ensures that those not running the Android 12 Beta can still get updated.

Although limited to just the Indian market and more or less a OnePlus 8TT, the OnePlus 9R is also getting updated with the November security patch for parity with the rest of the 2021 flagship series. OxygenOS 11.2.6.6 arrived on December 1 with very little beyond the November 2021 security update in tow.

OnePlus 6 series

Contrary to what we initially thought, the OnePlus 6 and 6T are eligible for the November 2021 security update. After 3 years of software and hardware support, it was widely expected that the OnePlus 6/6T would cease to receive patches and updates. However, OnePlus has pushed a surprise patch for the duo. OxygenOS 11.1.1.2 has been spotted rolling out but we’re awaiting official confirmation.

With this surprise update in mind, we’d wager that this could officially be the last update for the OnePlus 6/6T — at least unless OnePlus decides another snap patch or bug fix is necessary. Reports suggest that the patch is available via Oxygen Updater and merely mentions the November patch and some general bug fixes. It’s highly likely that the OTA will have a staged rollout and will hit more devices over the coming days.

OnePlus Nord series

OnePlus has confirmed that the latest update is now officially rolling out for the OnePlus Nord 2 with the November 2021 security patch. As previously noted, it does come in a couple of flavors for various regions. OxygenOS DN2101_11_A.13 is available right now for the Indian variant while OxygenOS DN2103_11_A.12 is rolling out for those in Europe and North Ameria — where available.

Only the Indian OTA update appears to bring the latest patch, while the October 2021 security patch comes with the European version. This does mean a bump from the September patch for those in Europe but a disappointing one nonetheless. Both builds are still based upon Android 11, which hints that we’ll have to wait a little longer to see a stable Android 12 build of OxygenOS on Nord series devices.

Despite a muted launch, the OnePlus Nord CE is a compelling budget Android device with a few compromises to help make it a fairly attractive proposition. The fact that regular security patches are also included is just a bonus with the November 2021 security patch arriving with the OxygenOS 11.1.0.1 update on November 23. This patch includes nothing more than a few stability tweaks and the most up-to-date security patch and comes in a few flavors for the various global markets.

OxygenOS 11.0.3 is also rolling out with the November 2021 security patch for the OnePlus Nord N10 5G. Much like the patch for the Nord CE, this simply adds another layer of security and fixes a few of the common network stability issues some owners have been facing. This build comes in two distinct versions for those in North American and European markets.

One of the most affordable models, the OnePlus Nord N200 5G is also getting updated to the latest security patch as of November 25. OxygenOS 11.0.30 is now rolling out according to XDA, with the patch notes including very little else.

The original OnePlus Nord gained the November 2021 security patch almost a month late on December 17, 2021. OxygenOS 11.1.7.7 is now rolling out for the mid-ranger with a number of bug fixes but this is primarily a security patching update.

Devices still awaiting the November patch

While we’re seeing a very small pool of devices get the latest patch, a larger selection of the OnePlus hardware lineup is still running the now outdated September and October 2021 security patches — all are noted. We’re not entirely sure if or when we could see the devices updated, but we are hoping that they are patched soon.

How can I get the November 2021 security patch on my OnePlus device?

OnePlus has a habit of rolling out updates for devices in a staged manner. That means that the initial release and subsequent confirmation on the OnePlus Forums don’t always indicate when you’ll be able to grab an OTA file and get your device updated/patched.

Our advice is to use a third-party application to get updates in a timely manner. The community-run Oxygen Updater allows you to sideload official update .zip files as soon as they are available publicly. While this will ensure you get updates right away, if you encounter problems, you may need to revert to an older build. This may require a device reset if problems are major.

This article was originally published on November 16 and updated on December 10.

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