OnePlus 9 and 9 Pro receive Bitmoji AOD via update

OnePlus has started releasing a new OxygenOS 11.2.8.8 software update for the 9 and 9 Pro smartphones in India. As per the changelog, the firmware introduces a new Bitmoji AOD, a feature that lets you add your personalized Bitmoji avatar to the Always-on display. It also brings in OnePlus Store app and the latest July 2021 Android security patch. Here's our roundup.
In India, the latest OxygenOS update for the OnePlus 9 and 9 Pro carries version number 11.2.8.8.LE25DA and 11.2.8.8.LE15DA, respectively. It is being released in a staged manner wherein the software will reach limited users first, followed by a wider roll-out. To enable the Bitmoji AOD feature, you can go to Settings >Customization >Clock on Ambient Display >Bitmoji.
As far as their specifications are concerned, the OnePlus 9 and 9 Pro bear a punch-hole cut-out with slim bezels, an IP68-rated build quality, and an in-display fingerprint sensor. The former has a 6.55-inch Full-HD+ (1080x2400 pixels) Fluid AMOLED screen, while the latter sports a 6.7-inch QHD+ (1440x3216 pixels) LTPO AMOLED display. The duo offers a 120Hz screen refresh rate and HDR10+ support.
The OnePlus 9 features a triple rear camera unit comprising a 48MP (f/1.8) primary sensor, a 50MP (f/2.2) ultra-wide lens, and a 2MP (f/2.4) monochrome snapper. The 9 Pro offers a similar camera arrangement but with an additional 8MP (f/2.4) telephoto lens. For selfies and video calling, both the handsets have a 16MP (f/2.4) front-facing camera.
The OnePlus 9 and 9 Pro are powered by a Snapdragon 888 processor, paired with up to 12GB of RAM and up to 256GB of storage. They run on Android 11-based OxygenOS 11 and pack a 4,500mAh battery with 65W fast-charging support. For connectivity, the devices offer support for Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.2, GPS, 5G, and a Type-C port.