Highlights

• OnePlus Open features a shallower crease compared to Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Google’s Pixel Fold.
• The device takes design cues from OPPO Find N2 but promises enhancements.
• Lighter hinge alloys could make OnePlus Open a game-changer in foldable phone designs.
• Set to retail at around Rs. 1,39,999 in India with sales starting on October 27.

Popular YouTuber Mr Mobile has received some exclusive access to the upcoming OnePlus Open foldable smartphone.

The device, while scheduled for an unveiling on 19th October, has been the subject of numerous leaks, discussions, and rumours.

In his latest video, Mr Mobile breaks down the manufacturing and hinge mechanism of the OnePlus Open while also shedding light on the foldable’s durability aspects.

Of course, the company forbade him from showing the device in all its glory as OnePlus wants to do that itself during the official unveiling.

However, what little we saw of the device gave some interesting insights.

OnePlus Open: A Closer Look at Design and Form Factor

Mr Mobile went on a OnePlus-sanctioned tour of the company’s factory in China, where OnePlus is making its newest foldable.

The video revealed various details about the device including the brand’s effort regarding the phone’s durability.

The phone could boast a much better, shallower crease than Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 5 or Google’s Pixel Fold.
From what we could spot in the video, the OnePlus Open has a form factor much kin to the OPPO Find N2 from last year.

This more smartphone-like appearance on the outside with a decent aspect ratio screen on the inside has definitely gone down well in parts of the world where the Find N2 was revealed.

Apart from that when considering the phone’s durability, OnePlus is likely to provide basic splash resistance but not the IPX8 ratings that Samsung gives on the Fold5 series.

OnePlus Open: Durability

In terms of the construction of the device, Mr Mobile alludes that OnePlus is using lighter alloys on the hinge that not only reduces its weight but makes it so that there is no crease on the device’s center.

This could potentially be a big selling point for the OnePlus Open, as even with Samsung’s considerable efforts and innovations, the Fold5 still packs in a visible screen.

OnePlus Open: Leaked Pricing and 3rd Party Apps

Renowned leaker Abhishek Yadav (@yabhishekhd) has hinted that the OnePlus Open foldable phone is likely to retail for around Rs. 1,39,999 in India.

Furthermore, the insider indicates that the device will be available for purchase starting October 27.

OnePlus Open Foldable Indian price ✨

Expected ₹1,39,999
1st sale date – 27 October, 2023.

Specifications
📱 7.8″ 2K Inner AMOLED display
120Hz
📱 6.31″ outer AMOLED
120Hz refresh rate
🍭 Android 13
🔳 Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 – 3.36GHz
LPDDR5x RAM & UFS 4.0 storage
🔋 4800mAh… pic.twitter.com/8f1LYZIPeQ

— Abhishek Yadav (@yabhishekhd) October 13, 2023

The device will arrive with select third-party applications like Facebook already installed.

As per the official announcement, this partnership with key developers is designed to optimize their applications for the device’s new foldable architecture.

FAQs

Ques) When will OnePlus Open be available for purchase?

Sales are expected to commence on October 27 in India.

Ques) How much will it cost?

Leaks suggest a retail price of approximately Rs. 1,39,999 in India.

Ques) Will the OnePlus Open feature splash resistance?

It is likely to offer basic splash resistance but may not have an IPX8 rating.

Ques) What’s unique about its design?

The lighter hinge alloys could virtually eliminate the central screen crease, making it a standout feature.

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