On XDA, users started sharing information about the update, including rumors, leaks, and alleged changelogs. One thread, started by a user named "needshroud," gained significant traction, with over 1,000 posts and 50,000 views. The thread discussed possible update dates, firmware versions, and even included unofficial Nougat builds.
The central theme of early posts (May–July 2017) was frustration with OPPO’s communication . Users consistently reported: oppo f3 plus nougat update forum xda updated