OnePlus Open Apex Edition: A New Era in Foldable Smartphones
OnePlus has officially unveiled the OnePlus Open Apex Edition, a sophisticated addition to its foldable smartphone lineup in India. This launch comes nearly a year after the introduction of the standard model, marking a significant evolution in design and functionality. The Apex Edition is now available in an eye-catching Crimson Shadow color, featuring a luxurious leather finish on the rear. It also introduces enhanced RAM and storage options, along with several innovative software features. Below are the essential details about this remarkable device.
## What’s New in the OnePlus Open Apex Edition?
Among its standout features is the new VIP mode, which can be activated by adjusting the Alert Slider to the top position. This mode significantly enhances user privacy by blocking access to the cameras, microphones, and other sensitive functions.
## OnePlus Open Apex Edition: Pricing and Availability
The OnePlus Open Apex Edition is priced at ₹1,49,999 and comes with 16GB of RAM and a generous 1TB of storage. The striking Crimson Shadow color with a leather back panel adds a touch of elegance to its design.
For context, the original OnePlus Open was launched in October of the previous year at a price of ₹1,39,999 for the 16GB RAM and 512GB storage variant, available in the colors Emerald Dusk and Voyager Black.
## Specifications of the OnePlus Open Apex Edition
Powering the OnePlus Open Apex Edition is Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC, paired with 16GB of LPDDR5X RAM and 1TB of UFS 4.0 storage. Users also have the option to expand RAM by up to an additional 12GB. The device operates on Android 14, complemented by OxygenOS 14.
The smartphone features a stunning 7.82-inch (2,268×2,440 pixels) 2K Flexi-fluid LTPO 3.0 AMOLED inner display, alongside a 6.31-inch (1,116×2,484 pixels) 2K LTPO 3.0 Super Fluid AMOLED cover screen.
Photography enthusiasts will appreciate the Hasselblad-tuned triple camera system, which includes a 48-megapixel Sony LYT-T808 CMOS primary camera, a 64-megapixel OmniVision OV64B sensor with 3X optical zoom and 6X in-sensor zoom capabilities, and a 48-megapixel Sony IMX581 ultra-wide-angle camera. For selfies, the device is equipped with a 20-megapixel primary camera and a 32-megapixel secondary camera.
Connectivity options are comprehensive, offering support for 5G, 4G LTE, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.3, GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, Beidou, A-GPS, QZSS, and a USB Type-C port. The device is also equipped with an array of sensors, including an accelerometer, gyroscope, proximity sensor, e-compass, flick-detect sensor, and ambient light sensor. User authentication is facilitated through a side-mounted fingerprint sensor and face unlock feature. Additionally, it features an X-axis motor for enhanced haptic feedback.
The OnePlus Open Apex Edition is powered by a robust 4,805mAh battery, supporting 67W SuperVOOC charging for fast and efficient power replenishment.