Bye bye alert slider: OnePlus to replace the iconic switch with new customisable button

OnePlus has long been known for its signature Alert Slider, a small yet beloved feature that allows users to switch between sound profiles effortlessly. However, the company is now set to retire it in favor of a customizable Action Button, offering more functionality beyond just silent mode. This shift was confirmed by OnePlus CEO Pete Lau in a recent community post, sparking a debate among loyal fans who have grown attached to the simplicity and convenience of the Alert Slider.

Lau has suggested that future OnePlus phones will no longer feature the…