Oppo plans to roll out ColorOS 17, its next Android skin built on the forthcoming Android 17. A Chinese leak suggests the UI will echo Apple’s Liquid Glass aesthetic from iOS 26, but with a “liquid acrylic” twist that offers weaker refraction. The tweak promises reduced power draw and improved readability on OLED panels.

Beyond the glass‑inspired look, ColorOS 17 will feature uniformly rounded corners and real‑time lighting cues that pulse through notification bubbles, a home‑screen element mimicking Apple’s Dynamic Island, and visualizers that react while music plays. With Google expected to ship Android 17 shortly, Oppo could begin teasing these refinements within weeks.

Borrowing Apple’s visual language signals Oppo’s drive to narrow the design gap between flagship Android phones and iOS devices, potentially swaying consumers who value sleek aesthetics without sacrificing battery life. If the “liquid acrylic” approach delivers the promised efficiency, ColorOS 17 may set a new baseline for Android skins in 2024.

Google’s Android 17 rollout is slated for the coming months, and Oppo is expected to bundle ColorOS 17 with its upcoming flagship lineup, likely the Find X series. Early adopter feedback will reveal whether the subtler glass effect satisfies users seeking premium polish, or if it feels like a watered‑down copy.