OnePlus Open: The Foldable Smartphone That “Open When Others Fold”
Not to be outdone by Samsung’s recent foldable launch, OnePlus took this opportunity to make its own announcement of the OnePlus Open, aiming to share the spotlight with the Korean giant. The company responded to Samsung’s launch event with a tweet that dropped a significant hint about its next big release.
OnePlus Open
We OPEN when others FOLD
— OnePlus (@oneplus) July 26, 2023
As speculated by recent rumors, OnePlus’ first foldable phone will be called the “OnePlus Open.” The clever play on words with “Fold” hints that OnePlus is gearing up to take on Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold5, rather than the Flip5. This subtle yet significant detail suggests that OnePlus aims to make a strong impression in the foldable phone market.
The OnePlus Open is slated for an official announcement at an event in New York at the end of August, adding to the excitement and anticipation surrounding its release. While we’ve already caught a glimpse of the phone through leaked CAD-based renders, there’s still much to look forward to as OnePlus unveils all the details.
Interestingly, the leaked renders hint that the OnePlus Open bears a striking resemblance to the rumored upcoming Oppo Find N3. This resemblance has led to speculation that the OnePlus Open might serve as the international version of the Find N3, potentially remaining exclusive to the Chinese market.
As for the OnePlus Open’s expected specifications, leaks and rumors suggest an impressive set of features. The device is rumored to sport a 6.3-inch AMOLED cover screen with FHD+ resolution and a 120 Hz refresh rate, accompanied by a 20 MP selfie camera nestled in a hole-punch cutout. The main attraction is the 7.8-inch LTPO AMOLED main screen, likely offering a resolution of 1,900 x 2,100 and a 120 Hz refresh rate, complemented by a 32 MP selfie camera.
Powering the OnePlus Open is rumored to be Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC, supported by up to 16GB of RAM and 512GB of storage. The phone’s main and ultrawide cameras are rumored to be identical to those featured in the OnePlus 11, while the third module is rumored to be a 64 MP telephoto camera. Additionally, a 4,800 mAh battery with 67W fast charging support ensures the phone remains operational and ready for action.
As the launch date approaches, tech enthusiasts everywhere will be keeping a close eye on the developments, excited to embrace the next chapter in the world of foldable devices.
Pokdepinion: I’m genuinely curious to see what the final product will look like. Admittedly, I’m worried about the UI as I hope it’s not simply another smartphone with a bigger screen but something that’s optimized for the added screen real estate.
