OnePlus Nord 4 has been confirmed to get four Android OS updates; the company also announced improved battery longevity.
The OnePlus Nord 4 will also receive security updates for one additional year compared to the flagship OnePlus 12.
OnePlus will unveil the OnePlus Nord 4 at its upcoming Summer Launch event next week, and details about the phone are emerging ahead of its debut. Positioned as a midrange smartphone, it will feature the longest software support window ever offered by OnePlus, surpassing even more expensive models like the flagship OnePlus 12 and OnePlus Open. Additionally, OnePlus has disclosed that the Nord 4 will boast a battery with improved longevity compared to its predecessor.
OnePlus announces extended software support for OnePlus Nord 4
Ahead of the upcoming OnePlus Summer Launch event scheduled for July 16 at 6:30pm IST, OnePlus has launched a microsite on its website teasing details about the upcoming devices. The OnePlus Nord 4 is slated to receive four Android OS updates, matching the update policy of the OnePlus 12, the current flagship smartphone from the company.
This four-year update commitment aligns with midrange offerings from competitors like Samsung’s Galaxy A55 and Galaxy A35. While these Samsung models promise five years of security updates, OnePlus has stated that the Nord 4 will receive six years of security patches. However, specifics regarding the frequency of these updates—whether monthly, bi-monthly, or quarterly—have not been disclosed by the company.
Details of OnePlus Nord’s Battery Longevity Features Unveiled
OnePlus has confirmed that the Nord 4 will feature a battery with enhanced longevity compared to its predecessor, the OnePlus Nord 3. According to the company, the battery is certified to maintain more than 80 percent of its capacity over four years or 1,600 charging cycles.
While specific details such as the battery capacity are still undisclosed by the company, recent reports provide insights into the anticipated features of the OnePlus Nord 4. It’s rumored to be powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 chipset, include a 5,500mAh battery, and feature an AMOLED display with a 1.5K resolution. Pricing and availability specifics will be revealed during the OnePlus Summer Launch event scheduled for July 16.
