OnePlus has unveiled the OnePlus Open Apex Edition in India, marking a significant upgrade from the standard model launched nearly a year ago. This new variant boasts a striking Crimson Red color with a leather finish on the back, along with enhanced storage and RAM options and new software features. It is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC and features a 7.82-inch foldable inner display complemented by a 6.31-inch AMOLED cover screen.
Pricing and Availability
The OnePlus Open Apex Edition is priced at Rs. 1,49,999 and comes with 16GB RAM and 1TB of storage. This new model is available in the Crimson Shadow color with a leather back panel. For comparison, the standard OnePlus Open, launched in October last year, was priced at Rs. 1,39,999 for the 16GB RAM + 512GB storage configuration and is available in Emerald Dusk and Voyager Black shades.
Specifications
Display and Design
- Inner Display: 7.82-inch 2K Flexi-fluid LTPO 3.0 AMOLED, 2268×2440 pixels
- Cover Display: 6.31-inch 2K LTPO 3.0 Super Fluid AMOLED, 1116×2484 pixels
- Design: Book-style foldable with a leather back panel
Performance
- Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC
- RAM: 16GB LPDDR5X, expandable up to 12GB
- Storage: 1TB UFS 4.0
Camera
- Rear Cameras:
- 48-megapixel Sony LYT-T808 CMOS primary sensor
- 64-megapixel OmniVision OV64B sensor with 3X optical zoom and 6X in-sensor zoom
- 48-megapixel Sony IMX581 ultra wide-angle camera
- Front Cameras:
- 20-megapixel primary selfie camera
- 32-megapixel secondary camera
Battery and Charging
- Battery: 4,805mAh
- Charging: 67W SuperVOOC
Software and Features
The OnePlus Open Apex Edition runs on OxygenOS 14 based on Android 14. It introduces a new VIP mode, activated by moving the Alert Slider to the top position, which enhances privacy by blocking access to cameras, microphones, and other features.
Connectivity and Sensors
- Connectivity: 5G, 4G LTE, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.3, GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, Beidou, A-GPS, QZSS, USB Type-C
- Sensors: Accelerometer, gyroscope, proximity sensor, e-compass, flick-detect sensor, ambient light sensor
- Security: Side-mounted fingerprint sensor, face unlock
- Additional Features: X-axis motor for enhanced haptic feedback
The OnePlus Open Apex Edition offers a significant upgrade with its larger storage, advanced camera system, and new privacy features, making it a compelling option for tech enthusiasts in India.