KARACHI – OnePlus, Oppo and Realme could move towards closer software integration, with OxygenOS and Realme UI expected to be unified under Oppo’s ColorOS platform, according to a new report.
The development follows a decision announced in 2021, when OnePlus co-founder Pete Lau said OxygenOS and ColorOS would be merged, bringing an end to OnePlus’ separate software development from Oppo.
According to the report, Oppo now plans to extend the integration by bringing Realme UI onto the same platform. If implemented, all three brands would share ColorOS as their common software base, a move reportedly aimed at reducing research and development costs and streamlining operations.
The report also claims that Realme could withdraw from the Chinese market to focus on international markets.
It further suggests that OnePlus and Realme are moving towards closer integration, with India expected to remain the only market where both brands continue operating independently. In other regions, the distinction between the two brands could become less significant.
The report adds that OnePlus is expected to concentrate its smartphone business on India and China.
Recent developments have fuelled speculation about the company’s strategy. OnePlus Germany has been directing customers to Oppo products, while most devices listed on the OnePlus UK website are currently unavailable.
In India, Oppo already manages after-sales services for OnePlus customers, reflecting the closer operational ties between the two companies.
The report does not specify how the reported changes could affect the United States market, where OnePlus has maintained a limited presence and Oppo has yet to establish a significant consumer footprint.
Neither Oppo, OnePlus nor Realme has officially commented on the reported plans.
