OnePlus launched its first foldable device, the OnePlus Open , in October, marking its entry into the competitive foldable smartphone market. Its launch has been surrounded by controversy due to a delayed release, which was originally expected in August.
But here it is, and it has left no one indifferent. This device stands out with its ultralight design, high-end components, and a proposition that positions it as a strong contender among the best flagship devices.
Let's look at the highlights.
Innovative and Lightweight Design
The OnePlus Open features a distinctive design, with a revamped hinge and a lighter body compared to its competitors. It has masterfully copied the do's and don'ts of its competitors' experience and successfully applied them.
It weighs just 239 grams, even less than the iPhone 14 Pro Max, with dimensions of 11.9 millimeters folded and 5.8 millimeters unfolded. The hinge, crucial in foldable devices, has been improved, reducing the number of parts to 69 to achieve a lighter and more durable structure, with a theoretical lifespan of 10 years.
The construction resembles other models from the brand, offering color options in emerald green or black vegan leather.
In terms of protection, OnePlus has opted for Ceramic Guard instead of Gorilla Glass Victus, promising 20% more robustness and IPX4 splash protection.
High-Quality Displays and Advanced Connectivity
The OnePlus Open stands out for its two 2K AMOLED displays with a brightness of up to 2,800 nits and a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
The inner display is a 7.82-inch 2K Flexi-Fluid panel with LTPO 3.0 technology, while the outer display is 6.31 inches.
The screen occupies 91.8% of the body on the outside and 89.6% on the inside, offering one of the highest ratios in foldable devices.
Additionally, the device features Dolby Atmos-compatible stereo speakers and next-generation connectivity, including Wi-Fi 7, 5G, NFC, and Bluetooth 5.3.
High-Level Camera Power and Performance
As for internal performance, the OnePlus Open houses a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 with 16GB of LPDDR5X RAM and OnePlus' RAM-Vita technology for efficient memory management.
The UFS 4.0 storage is 512GB, providing fast and efficient performance. The 4,805mAh battery with 67W fast charging promises to fully charge the device in approximately 42 minutes.
On the software front, the device runs Android 13 and OxygenOS 12.3, offering an optimized experience for foldable devices.
OnePlus has integrated exclusive features, such as "Open Canvas," which adapts to the device's foldable form factor, including a desktop-like icon bar. Additionally, the company guarantees four years of system updates and five years of security updates.
The OnePlus Open's camera is no slouch, featuring Sony's LYTIA system, a first for foldable devices. The setup includes a 48-megapixel main sensor, a 48-megapixel wide-angle lens, a 64-megapixel telephoto lens with 3x optical zoom and 6x lossless zoom, with OIS, and up to 120x high-resolution digital zoom. The ongoing collaboration with Hasselblad, especially for portraits, and a 20-megapixel front-facing sensor complete the high-quality camera setup.
In short, the wait has been worth it. The OnePlus Open arrives in the Chilean foldable device market with a bold focus on design, performance, and camera quality, positioning itself as a serious competitor to the market leaders in the flagship smartphone category.