In a move that could redefine user experience, OnePlus is reportedly considering adding an iPhone-like feature in upcoming OnePlus smartphones. According to an online report, OnePlus is planning to replace its iconic Alert Slider with a customisable button. This change, which has been hinted at by well-known tipster Digital Chat Station, aims to offer users a more versatile and personalised interface.
The new feature, dubbed the “Magic Cube Key,” is expected to allow users to perform various functions with a single click. These functions could include muting the device, activating the flash, taking screenshots, snapping photos, translating text, and launching apps quickly.
Apple introduced the Action Button in iPhone 15 Pro series smartphones. The Action Button on iPhone enable users to perform a variety of functions with a single press and hold.
This shift marks a significant departure from the traditional Alert Slider, which has been a staple of OnePlus smartphones since the OnePlus 2, allowing users to toggle between Silent, Vibrate, and Ring modes without unlocking the screen.
The decision to replace the Alert Slider comes as part of a broader trend in smartphone design, pushing towards customisation and multifunctional features. Oppo, a sister brand of OnePlus, is also rumoured to be making a similar transition2. This change is notable as Oppo had integrated the Alert Slider, a distinctive OnePlus feature, into its devices not long ago.
While fans of the traditional Alert Slider might be disappointed, the introduction of the Magic Cube Key promises to enhance user interaction through its adaptable functionality. The new button is expected to be similar to Apple’s Action Button, which offers multiple shortcuts and customisations.
