Some OnePlus 12 users aren't exactly happy with how home gesture works in OxygenOS 15

OnePlus’s latest OxygenOS 15 update, based on Android 15, has introduced a new, shall we say, “quirk” that’s catching many users off guard. With the OnePlus 12 series finally getting a taste of the update, users are experiencing a change in the way the home gesture works. What used to be a simple swipe that took you straight to the home screen now sometimes has an unexpected detour.

So, what exactly is going on? When users open an app from a folder or the app drawer, then swipe up or press the home button, they’re taken back to the originating folder or drawer rather than the home screen. To fully exit, they now have to perform a second gesture to actually reach the main screen. This two-step journey back home has some users asking if it’s a bug or an intentional feature.

But before you start rummaging through your settings, here’s the scoop: OnePlus allegedly says it’s not a bug; it’s a new navigation flow. As things stand, this behavior was planned. Just like with Apple’s iOS, the idea is that users will return to the previous folder or drawer where they opened an app, making it easier to switch between apps in that location. However, not everyone is on board with the change.

The forums and Reddit have mixed reactions. For some, this shift is a welcome addition, especially if they’re used to iOS or MIUI. Others feel it disrupts the experience and adds an unnecessary extra step to get back to their home screen. A few users have even noted that switching to a third-party launcher like Nova brings back the original behavior, bypassing this “feature” entirely. This suggests only the stock OnePlus launcher is affected.

In fact, OnePlus fans are also split on whether this is a beneficial feature. While some see it as a mild inconvenience, others have admitted they’re gradually warming up to it. The change doesn’t affect app functionality, so it’s mostly about personal preference. Yet, there’s a growing number of users who hope OnePlus will at least make this feature optional.

For now, the verdict on this new home gesture style is mixed. OnePlus hasn’t hinted at a possible revision, though it’s possible a future update might allow users to decide which “home” they want to return to by default. Until then, fans will have to adjust, work with a third-party launcher, or join the disgruntled crowd in waiting to see if OnePlus changes its mind.

OnePlus has also revealed the rollout roadmap for OxygenOS 15, detailing when users across its devices can expect the update. While this has been exciting for many, not all updates have been entirely smooth. Notably, Android 15 seems to have caused issues for certain apps like Termux, which is now reportedly broken on both OnePlus and Oppo phones running the new OS. Power users who rely on Termux’s Linux-like environment are voicing frustration as they wait for a patch to restore functionality.