Highlights
- OnePlus Open 2 to feature Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset for top-tier performance.
- Enhanced photography with Hasselblad collaboration and new Sony sensor.
- Design improvements include a smoother hinge and better water resistance.
- Expected to launch in September priced around £1,500 ($1,800).
After making waves with its inaugural foldable offering last year, OnePlus is readying its next volley in the blossoming foldable market.
While official details remain tightly under wraps, whispers have started circulating about the forthcoming OnePlus Open 2.
Let’s delve into the fortifying rumours and examine what could be in store.
Processor and Cameras
The heart of Open 2 is a Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset, which is expected to deliver beefy performance with enhanced efficiency.
This should help the device boast an 8-inch foldable display, where rumours are in that direction.
Possibilities include retaining the size of its predecessor, with possible increases in refresh rates and brightness.
In photography, the collaboration may be deepened further with the already-renowned optics mavens, Hasselblad.
What might be witnessed includes further improvements in image processing, color science improvements, and a new Sony sensor, among other things.
Looking forward, we may see improvements in battery technology, with advanced capacities and quicker charging speeds projected as probable advancements.
Design and Software
Design-wise, OnePlus is expected to stay on top of things with perhaps even more refinement.
A smoother, barely noticeable crease may be in order, thanks to an optimised hinge mechanism.
The company may also consider increased durability with a more robust construction, and perhaps a better water-resistant certification.
Regarding software, the Open 2 is likely to launch running the latest Android 14 platform, with OnePlus’ OxygenOS on top.
Multitasking optimisations tailored to the foldable form factor may be in the spotlight.
Expected Pricing and Availability
Industry sources have told PocketWatch to expect a September launch and to finally have the OnePlus Open 2 in the market to get a head start before the next Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 release.
Such radical hardware will, of course, command a premium, with OnePlus aiming to slightly undercut rivals.
Expectations currently orbit the £1,500 ($1,800) mark, an affordable flagship foldable of yore.
Of course, such radical hardware is going to command a premium, though OnePlus may aim to slightly undercut rivals.
Price projections currently orbit the £1,500 ($1,800) mark, mirroring the original Open’s positioning as an affordable flagship foldable.
In India expect the Open 2 to keep the above Rs 1,30,000 mark alive.
OnePlus Open 2: Challenging the Norm?
While the foldable arena is rapidly maturing, with Samsung retaining a commanding presence and ascending brands like Oppo also jostling for attention, the OnePlus Open 2 shapes up as a tempting proposition.
By fusing boundary-pushing innovation with pragmatic refinements and an accessible price point, OnePlus could well have another hit on its hands.
As the launch inches closer, the excitement will only intensify.
OnePlus Open Key Specs
GENERAL
| Country of Origin | India |
| Sim Type | Dual Sim, GSM+GSM |
| Dual Sim | Yes |
| Sim Size | Nano+Nano SIM |
| Device Type | Smartphone |
| Release Date | October 19, 2023 |
DESIGN
| Dimensions | 143.1 x 153.4 x 5.8 mm |
| Weight | 238 g |
| Colors | Voyager Black, Emerald Dusk |
DISPLAY
| Type | Color Super Fluid AMOLED (1B Colors) |
| Touch | Yes, 240 Hz Touch Sampling Rate |
| Size | 7.82 inches, 2268 x 2440 pixels, 120 Hz |
| Aspect Ratio | 1.0758:1 |
| PPI | ~ 370 PPI |
| Screen to Body Ratio | ~ 89.6% |
| Glass Type | Ultra Thin Glass |
| Features | Dolby Vision, HDR10/HDR10+, 1440 Hz Pulse-Width Modulation, 2800 nits, ProXDR, 97% NTSC, 100% DCI-P3 |
| Notch | Yes, Punch Hole |
| Foldable Display | Yes |
| Dual Display | Yes, AMOLED, 6.31 inches, 1116 x 2484 pixels, Aspect Ratio: 20:09, Peak Brightness: 1400 / 2800 nits, Protective Material: Ceramic Guard, Screen-to-body ratio: 91.8%, 431 ppi |
MEMORY
| RAM | 16 GB |
| Expandable RAM | Upto 12 GB Extra Virtual RAM |
| Storage | 512 GB |
| Storage Type | UFS 4.0 |
| Card Slot | No |
CONNECTIVITY
| GPRS | Yes |
| EDGE | Yes |
| 3G | Yes |
| 4G | Yes |
| 5G | Yes |
| 5G Bands | NR: n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n12, n20, n25, n28, n30, n38, n40, n41, n66, n71, n75, n77, n78 |
| VoLTE | Yes, Dual Stand-By |
| Wifi | Yes, with wifi-hotspot |
| Wifi Version | Wi-Fi 7, WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ac wave 2/ax/be, 8 Spatial-stream sounding MU-MIMO |
| Bluetooth | Yes, v5.3, aptX HD, aptX, LDAC, LHDC, AAC, SBC |
| USB | Yes, USB-C v3.1 |
| USB Features | USB Tethering, USB on-the-go, USB Charging |
| IR Blaster | Yes |
EXTRA
| GPS | Yes, with GPS (L1+L5 Dual Band), GLONASS, Galileo (E1+E5a Dual Band), Beidou, A-GPS, QZSS |
| Fingerprint Sensor | Yes, Side |
| Face Unlock | Yes |
| Sensors | Accelerometer, M-sensor Electronic Compass, Gyroscope, Ambient Light Sensor |
| 3.5mm Headphone Jack | No |
| Extra | NFC |
| Extra Features | Alert Slider, Noise Cancellation Support, Dolby Atmos, Titanium Alloy, LPDDR5x RAM, Haptics: X-axis Motor, 80W SUPERVOOC Power Adapter |
CAMERA
| Rear Camera | 48 MP 24mm f/1.7 (Wide Angle) 64 MP OmniVision OV64B, 3X optical zoom, 6X in-sensor zoom f/2.6 (Telephoto) 48 MP Sony IMX581, 14mm f/2.2 (Ultra Wide) with autofocus |
| Features | Hasselblad Camera for Mobile, Nightscape, Dolby Vision, Smart Scene Recognition, Portrait Mode, Pro Mode, Panorama, Tilt-Shift mode, Long Exposure, Dual-View Video, Retouch, Movie Mode, XPan Mode, Focus Peaking, Raw file, Raw Plus file, Filters, Super Stable, Video Nightscape, Video HDR, Focus Lock, Time-lapse, Google Lens |
| Video Recording | 4K @ 30/60 fps UHD, 1080p @ 30/60 fps FHD |
| Flash | Yes, LED |
| Front Camera | Punch Hole 20 MP 20 mm f/2.2 (Wide Angle) 32 MP 22mm, 1/3.14″, Cover camera f/2.4 (Wide Angle) |
| Front Video Recording | 1080p @ 30 fps FHD, 4K @ 30 fps UHD |
TECHNICAL
| OS | Android v13 |
| Custom UI | OxygenOS 13.2 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen2 |
| CPU | 3.2 GHz, Octa Core Processor |
| Core Details | 1x Cortex-X3@ 3.2GHz & 4x Cortex-A715@ 2.8GHz & 3x Cortex-A510@2.0 GHz |
| GPU | Adreno 740 |
| Java | No |
| Browser | Yes |
MULTIMEDIA
| Supports | JPEG, PNG, BMP, GIF, WEB, HEIF, HEIC, DNG |
| Yes | |
| Music | MP3, AAC, AAC+, WMA, AMR-NB, AMR-WB, WAV, FLAC, APE, OGG, MID, M4A, IMY, AC3, EAC3, EAC3-JOC, AC4 |
| Video | MKV, MOV, MP4, H.265 (HEVC), AVI,, WMV, TS, 3GP, FLV, WEBM |
| FM Radio | No |
| Document Reader | Yes |
BATTERY
| Type | Non-Removable Battery |
| Size | 4805 mAh |
| Fast Charging | Yes, 67W SUPERVOOC |
| Reverse Charging | Yes, 10W |
FAQs
What key features can we expect from the OnePlus Open 2?
The OnePlus Open 2 is anticipated to come with a Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor, an 8-inch foldable display, and advancements in camera technology through a partnership with Hasselblad.
How will the camera capabilities of the OnePlus Open 2 improve?
Expected upgrades include enhanced image processing, advanced colour science, and the integration of a new Sony camera sensor, providing superior photographic results.
What are the design enhancements in the OnePlus Open 2?
The new model is likely to feature a more refined hinge that minimizes the visibility of the crease, alongside improvements in durability and water resistance.
What software will the OnePlus Open 2 run?
The OnePlus Open 2 is set to operate on the latest Android 14 platform with OnePlus’ OxygenOS, focusing on multitasking optimizations suited for its foldable display.
When is the OnePlus Open 2 expected to launch and what will it cost?
The device is projected for a September launch, aiming to precede the release of Samsung’s next foldable. It’s expected to be priced competitively at around £1,500 ($1,800).
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