Yep, OnePlus is finally entering the foldable market. On the second day of MWC 2023, the company confirmed that it is working on a foldable phone and that it will be launched in the second half of 2023. It looks like we won’t have to wait for that long. Let’s discuss all the official details, rumors, and more of the upcoming OnePlus Fold.
OnePlus Fold: Everything we know so far
A big promise
Kinder Liu, president, and COO of OnePlus, stated in an interview at MWC 2023 that the foldable will have a book-like form factor, implying that the phone will be more like Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold instead of Z Flip.
At the MWC panel discussion, Liu further stated, “Our first foldable phone will have the signature OnePlus fast and smooth experience. It must be a flagship phone that doesn’t settle because of its folding form in terms of industrial design, mechanical technology, and other aspects. We want to launch a device that aims to be at the pinnacle experience of today’s foldable market.”
Possible Monikers
But according to the leaks, the company has already trademarked the “OnePlus V Fold” and “OnePlus V Flip” names in the China National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA). So we won’t be surprised if OnePlus ends up launching a flip phone as well. It will also be interesting to see if OnePlus actually releases a new foldable or rebrands its sister company Oppo’s foldable, the Find N2.
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OnePlus Fold Rumored Specifications:
OnePlus aims to change the way we interact with our devices with its strong entrance around the global market. Besides, the device is right on the road to making an impression in the flagship foldable segment with its competitive specifications, availability, and user-friendly experience.
The OnePlus Fold is rumored to have a 7.8-inch foldable QHD+ OLED display and a 6.3-inch cover OLED panel with FHD+ resolution. The screens (both) will off a smooth refresh rate of 120Hz, but only the main inner display will have LTPO technology. Furthermore, it will have a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC with Adreno GPU for excellent performance.
OnePlus Fold will feature 16GB LPDDR5 RAM and 512GB UFS 4.0 storage. Amazingly, the storage provides sufficient space for apps, files as well as multimedia. Android 13-based OxygenOS 13.1 will be featured with an amazing user interface.
Equally important, the battery on the OnePlus Fold will be a 4,800mAh cell with 67W fast charging. It is also said to have a 48MP Sony IMX890 primary camera supporting optical image stabilization (OIS). Additionally, it will feature a 48MP ultra-wide-angle lens and a 64MP telephoto lens for capturing detailed and vibrant photos. There is an expectation of a high-resolution 32MP front-facing camera on the cover display and another 20MP shooter on the inside for a better selfie experience and video chats.
OnePlus Fold Rumors Specifications:
| Specifications | Details |
| Display | Main: 7.8-inch QHD+ OLED, 120Hz LTPO Cover: 6.5-inch FHD+ OLED , 120Hz |
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC (4nm) |
| GPU | Adreno |
| RAM | Up to 16 GB LPDDR5 |
| Storage | Up to 512 GB UFS 4.0 |
| OS | Android 13-based OxygenOS 13.1 |
| Rear Camera | 50MP (Primary) + 48MP (Ultra-wide angle) + 32MP (Periscope) |
| Front Camera | Cover: 32MP Inner: 20MP |
| Security | Side-mounted Fingerprint Scanner |
| Battery | 4,800mAh with 67W fast charging |
OnePlus Fold Launch and Availability
OnePlus confirmed during the “From Fast & Smooth to Beyond” panel discussion at MWC 2023 that its foldable phone will be available in the market in the second half of 2023. The device is expected to launch in August 2023. The launch event will take place in New York. The smartphones will be available in different global markets, including USA and India. If you are a tech enthusiast, we understand the long-awaited Fold for its launch to see how the new innovation.
- Meanwhile, check our review of Oppo Find N2.
