The OnePlus 11 can use randomized MAC addresses to limit the amount of tracking that advertisers and other companies can do. Normally the MAC address of your device is like its street address, so network operators can track it anywhere it has a signal. Smartphones are among the most-tracked pieces of tech, with GPS and network data sold to any data brokers who want to pay. Randomizing the number puts another layer of security by obscurity on your personal data, which is never bad.
To check if the OnePlus 11 uses a randomized MAC address, open up Settings and tap on Wi-Fi. Tap on the information icon next to the Wi-Fi network you are connected to, and scroll down until you see Privacy under the Advanced settings menu. That will either say Use random MAC address or Use device MAC address. Tapping on the entry lets you change to the other option. Having this on random MAC is great if you use Wi-Fi networks in stores, restaurants, or any other public network.
Keep in mind, some networks, like those at schools, hotels, or workplaces, might use the MAC address as an access control method. If you run into trouble connecting to a Wi-Fi network, changing the option to Use the device MAC address should clear things up and get you connected again.
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