Category: OnePlus

Best Smartphones Between Rs. 20,000 – 30,000 in 2015

Here’s another listicle that puts together phones that came out in 2015 priced between Rs. 20,000 to Rs. 30,000. Let us know your choice in the comments below.

OnePlus 2

OnePlus 2 packs a 5.5-inch display with Corning Gorilla Glass, and a 1080 x 1920 pixels, 401 PPI resolution. With an internal storage of 32 GB and 64 GB for its two variants, the phone runs on an octa-core processor with Qualcomm Snapdragon 810. On the camera front, OnePlus 2 packs a 13 MP main camera and a 5 MP front camera. The phone has a 3,300 man battery. Click here for our video review of the OnePlus 2.

 

LG Nexus 5X
The Nexus 5X comes with a 5.2-inch FHD display, USB Type-C which allows almost 4 hours of battery post a 10-minute charging routine, and is available in three colours – Carbon black, Quartz white and Ice blue. The phone packs 2 GB RAM, Qualcomm Snapdragon 808 chipset and OS Android Marshmallow 6.0. On the camera front, the device comes equipped with a 12.3 MP rear camera and a 5 MP selfie camera. Read our review of the Nexus 5X.

 

Moto X Style

Moto X Style has a 5.7 inch, 2K display, 3 GB of RAM and Qualcomm Snapdragon 808 chipset. The cameras are marked at 21 MP for the main camera and 5 MP for the front camera. Both cameras are equipped with flash. The phone has a 3,000 mAh battery and runs on Android 5.1 Lollipop. The device is available on Flipkart for Rs. 29,999. Have a look at our unboxing and hands on of the Moto X Style for more details.

Huawei Honor 7
The Honor 7 comes with a 5.2 inch display with an aluminum body, thermal design and an aluminum frame. On the camera front, it comes with a 20MP rear camera with PDAF, fast focus (0.1s), and Sapphire lens cover. The front camera is 8MP along with 26mm wide angle lens, and front faced soft light feature. The camera on this handset has a couple of special features such as Time lapse option for the front camera, and the ‘Good food mode’ filter.

YU Yutopia
Yutopia is YU’s first flagship and is manufactured entirely in India. The phone has a super-slim 7.2 mm body, comes with a 5.2 inch Quad HD display and runs on Qualcomm Snapdragon 810. Yutopia is equipped with a whopping 21 MP camera with 4K video recording, boasts of a fingerprint sensor and a 3000 mAh battery with Quick Charge. Check out our unboxing and hands on of the Yutopia as well as our benchmark tests.

 

HTC One A9

The HTC One A9 sports a 5-inch full HD (1080p) display with Corning Gorilla Glass 4 protection. Under the hood, the phone is powered by Snapdragon 617 64-bit octa-core SoC paired with 3GB of RAM, 32 GB built-in storage, and a microSD card slot.On the camera front, the One A9 features a 13-megapixel primary camera with OIS and a 4-Ultrapixel front camera. Other features include a 2,150 mAh battery with Quick Charge 2.0. Click here for our hands on of the device.

Samsung Galaxy Note 3

The Galaxy Note 3 comes with an Exynos 5 chipset (1.9GHz Quad core + 1.3 GHz Quad core) along with 32 GB of storage and 3 GB of RAM. The 5.7-inch device has a full HD Super AMOLED display with a resolution of 1920 × 1080 pixels, is 8.3 mm thick and weighs 168 grams. It has an impressive 3200 mAh battery and comes with a soft-touch, textured backing. The back of the Galaxy Note 3 features a 13 megapixel camera and SPen functions that include Air Command, an on-screen portal to four specific features Action Memo, Scrapbook, Screen Write, S Finder and Pen Window. Find the complete hands on of Galaxy Note 3 here.

 

Sony Xperia Z3

The Sony Xperia Z3 comes equipped with a 5.2 inch Full HD display (424 ppi). It is powered by a 2.5 GHz Quad Core processor along with Snapdragon 801. The RAM is marked at 3 GB and it has internal storage capabilities of 16 GB and 32 GB depending on the variant, which is further expandable up to 128 GB for both variants. The main camera packs a 20.7 MP while the front camera is a little low on the MP with 2.2. It has a non-removable 3100 mAh battery. Click here for the unboxing of the device.

December 20, 2015
OnePlus Power Bank is Back in Stock on Amazon

There’s good news for OnePlus fans out there. OnePlus is offering a limited stock of the OnePlus Power Bank starting today exclusively on Amazon India. The Power Bank is being offered at a price of Rs. 1,399.

The OnePlus Power Bank is curved and has a delicately crafted design that feels comfortable in the hand. The current limited stock of the OnePlus Power Bank is available in Sandstone Black. The device requires only 5-6 hours for power bank to charge to full capacity. It also contains 2 USB ports, 5V/2A, allowing fast, simultaneous charging of two devices. You’ll also receive a one-year manufacturing warranty along with the device.

 

So, if you’ve been eagerly waiting for the OnePlus Power Bank, now is the time to get it before the stock runs out. Head on over to Amazon India and shop away.

December 18, 2015
Top 5 Power Banks of 2015

2015 is coming to an end and tradition tells us to cap it off by looking back at some of the best gadgets of the year. So, today we look at some of the best power banks that came out this year.

Xiaomi Mi Power Bank (10,400 mAh)

Xiaomi’s power banks have changed the way consumers in India look at power banks. They did exist before Xiaomi came into the picture, but one needs to credit the Chinese company for coming out with great looking power banks at a very reasonable price. The Mi Power Bank balances portability with capacity.

Asus Zen Power (10,050 mAh)

The Asus Zen Power is pricier than the Xiaomi Mi Power Bank and has a lower capacity compared to the latter. Light Weight aluminum outer casing gives a smooth and premium finish to the gadget and stays true to the Zen aesthetics. It also features fast charging capabilities with up to 2.4 A output which is the USP of the device. However, the cost remains a dampener here at Rs. 1,670.

 

Honor Powerbank (13,000 mAh)

The Honor Powerbank has enough juice to charge your device up to four times. Not only is this power bank big on capacity but it also comes with two ports which means you can simultaneously charge two devices like your phone and tablet. It has an aluminium unibody construction that is resistant to dust, can withstand light splashes of water and is protected from sweat corrosion. The device is priced at Rs. 1,399.

OnePlus Power Bank (10,000 mAh)

Chinese makers love to create beautiful devices. The OnePlus Power Bank is curved and has a delicately crafted design that feels comfortable in the hand. You get two OnePlus signatures textures to choose from: Silk White & Sandstone Black. The device requires only 5-6 hours for power bank to charge to full capacity. It also contains 2 USB ports, 5V/2A, allowing fast charging of more than one device at the same time. The Power Bank is currently sold out but keep your eyes open for when it comes back.

Sony CP-V10A Power Bank (10,000 mAh)

Not only does this power bank charge your smartphone and tablets, but it’s also compatible with other devices including XperiaTM, Cyber-shotTM, Handycam and Walkman players which can be charged via computer’s USB port or AC-USB adapter. The device is priced at Rs. 2,328.

 

December 17, 2015

Spec Battle: YU Yutopia vs OnePlus 2 vs Qiku Q Terra vs Nexus 5X vs Moto X Play

Yu Televentures launched its flagship smartphone, Yu Yutopia, today and the smartphone, called “the most powerful phone ever” according to the company packs a bunch of high-end specs for a device priced at Rs. 24,999.

The device sports a 5.2-inch quad HD IPS display, powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 810 chipset, with 4 GB of RAM and 32 GB storage. There is a 3000mAh battery pack with Quick Charge 2.0 feature, which means that the phone will be equipped with charging capabilities up to 75% faster than conventional charging mechanisms. The device runs on Android 5.1 Lollipop with Cyanogen OS 12.1.

On the camera front, the Yutopia packs a massive 21MP AF rear with 4K video recording, Full HD video recording, with OIS and PDAF. There is an 8MP front-facing camera for selfie lovers. Other features include a fingerprint sensor that not only provides security but can also be used to take selfies. The device is launched at a very competitive price of Rs. 24,999 and is exclusively available for pre-booking on Amazon.in.

To find out just where the Yutopia device stands, we pit the smartphone against the OnePlus 2, Nexus 5X, Qiku Q Terra and the Moto X Play. Check out the specs of the devices and let us know what you think in the comments below.

Specification	YU Yutopia	OnePlus 2	Nexus 5X	Moto X Play	Qiku Q Terra
Display	5.2-inch Sharp WQHD IPS display, 2K	5.5-inch, LTPS LCD capacitive touchscreen, Corning Gorilla Glass	5.2-inch Full HD IPS display	5.5 inch, Capacitive touchscreen, Corning Gorilla Glass 3	6-inch full HD display, Corning Gorilla Glass 3
Resolution	2560×1440 pixels, 567 ppi	1080 x 1920 pixels, 401 ppi	1920 x 1080 / 423ppi	1080 x 1920 pixels, 403 ppi	1920×1080 pixels, 386 ppi
Chipset	Qualcomm Snapdragon 810	Qualcomm Snapdragon 810	Qualcomm Snapdragon 808	Qualcomm Snapdragon 615	Qualcomm Snapdragon 808
CPU	1.5 GHz Cortex-A53 and 2.0 GHz Cortex-A57 octa-core processor	Quad-core 1.5 GHz Cortex-A53 & Quad-core 2 GHz Cortex-A57	Quad-core 1.44 GHz Cortex-A53 & dual-core 1.82 GHz Cortex-A57	Octa-core 1.7 GHz Cortex-A53 & Quad-core 1.0 GHz Cortex-A53	2.3 GHz Quad-core processor
GPU	Adreno 430	Adreno 430	Adreno 418	Adreno 405	Adreno 430
RAM	4 GB	3/4 GB	2 GB	2 GB	3 GB
Front Camera	8 MP	5 MP	5 MP		8 MP f/2.4
Rear Camera	21 MP AF	13 MP	12.3 MP AF	21 MP rear, auto-HDR, dual-LED flash	13 MP f/2.2
Storage	32 GB	16 GB/ 64 GB	16 GB/ 32 GB	16 GB/ 32 GB	16 GB
Expandability	MicroSD card slot	NA	NA	MicroSD expandable up to 128 GB	Up to 128 GB via MicoSD
Battery	3000 mAh battery	3,300 mAh battery	2,700 mAh	3630 mAh battery	3,700 mAh battery
Connectivity	–	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot, dual SIM Bluetooth v4.1, A2DPGPS with A-GPS, GLONASS,	Wi-Fi 802.11 a, b, g, n, ac / Bluetooth 4.2 / NFC / Type-C USB	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-bandBluetooth v4.0, Micro USB v2.0	Wi-Fi 2.4 GHz b/g/n WCN3680 / Bluetooth 4.0/ 4G LTE
Operating System	Android 5.1 Lollipop with Cyanogen 12.1 OS	Android 5.1.1 Lollipop	Android 6.0 Marshmallow	Android 5.1 Lollipop	Android 5.1.1 Lollipop-based 360 OS
Price	Rs. 24,999	Rs 22,999 (16 GB)/24,999 (64 GB)	Rs. 24,000 (16 GB)/ Rs. 33,990 (32 GB)	Rs. 18,499 (16 GB), Rs. 19,999 (32 GB)	Rs. 19,999 (invite)/ Rs. 21,999 (without invite)

December 17, 2015

OnePlus 2 Mini Leaked in Benchmarks

OnePlus has been busy this year trying to expand its smartphone lineup. The company not only released a 5.5-inch OnPlus 2 a couple of months ago, but also a smaller 5-inch OnePlus X. But OnePlus isn’t quite happy just yet. It looks like the company is planning to go even smaller with a 4.6-inch OnePlus Mini. Apparently, GFXBench has data on an alleged OnePlus Mini device that was recently discovered.

Now its important to know that there is very little credibility to this data as it is possible for anyone to spoof a device on the internet. However, if the benchmark does turn out true, it would take one back a couple of months when people were confused whether the OnePlus X is actually the OnePlus Mini.

OnePlus 2

The OnePlus device listed would feature a 4.6-inch, 1080p display, a Snapdragon 810 SoC, potentially 4GB of RAM, 64GB of storage, a 12-megapixel rear camera, a 5-megapixel front, all running on Android 5.1.1 OS.

There is some credibility to the story if one remembers the confusion behind OnePlus X being called OnePlus Mini before launch. While the OnePlus X came with a complete design change, going for an Onyx and glass and the limited edition Ceramic bodies, the OnePlus Mini will likely be a miniaturised version of the OnePlus 2. If this is the case, then the company will likely go with the same design aesthetics as it did with the OnePlus 2.

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December 15, 2015
OnePlus X Ceramic Limited Variant Goes on Sale Starting Today

OnePlus X Ceramic limited edition goes on sale starting today. However, needless to say, an invite would be needed for the purchase. A standard OnePlus X invite won’t work though, it has to be a specific Ceramic variant invite that would let you buy the phone.

OnePlus had earlier tweeted about how the OnePlus X Ceramic variant would go on sale on 24th November. The phone was indeed put up on sale following this announcement, but only only a handful of units were made available as part of a charity auction. But if you have been eyeing the OnePlus X Ceramic variant for a while now, here’s your window.

The variant of the phone is being made available as a limited edition only in select markets which include India, Hong Kong and Europe. Additionally, the company had also revealed earlier that only 10,000 units of this OnePlus X variant would be made available. Additionally, the company has also put up OnePlus X on open sale today.

Today you don’t need an invite to buy the OnePlus X. Check out it’s Open Sale on @amazonIN: https://t.co/CIDHHGxmsO pic.twitter.com/ZdNqttuSf1 — OnePlus India (@OnePlus_IN) December 10, 2015

Time to shell out some dough before the sale ends or the stock of the 10,000 limited edition Ceramic variant runs out.

 

December 10, 2015
Review : OnePlus SandStone Case for iPhone 6 / 6s

To our surprise we got a OnePlus Sandstone Case for the iPhone 6 / 6s in the mail and we were excited to unbox it. Once we got the cover out into our hands we were surprised by how well the case is built and the texture of the back panel resembles or some may argue betters that on the OnePlus Two.

Looks like OnePlus hit everyone in the right place as far as marketing is concerned for the holidays.

Inside the Box

The box is nicely made and comes with a case fitted nicely inside the cutout. You use a red thread to open the box. Hidden inside is a OnePlus X invite under the top case.

Review

The car is built well and fits perfectly on the iPhone. The inside has the marking ” Get a Grip, Never Settle” perfectly taunting you. The cutouts for all the ports are generous, while still protecting the phone from crucial areas.

The OnePlus Sandstone Case for the iPhone 6 / 6s also has a OnePlus logo on the back which may not make the owners happy, but hey we don’t mind it.

The Sandstone case adds a reassuring grip to the iPhone 6 / 6s for obvious reasons and very little weight. Giving the iPhone a more reassuring feel in the hand.

The frontal portion / also known as a front lip raises far above the iPhone adding protection and a lay on the table design.

While OnePlus may not be competing with Apple in sales, it may have made iPhone 6 / 6s owners curious with this case for sure.

OnePlus gets 10/10 for making people buy this cover for US $ 19.99 or Rs. 1,199 when it goes on sale later this month. Basically making people pay for marketing their brand. Good Job OnePlus , Oh and its a fantastic cover too.

December 8, 2015
Top 5 Best Looking Phones of 2015

Technology never ceases to surprise us and 2015 just proved this right. The year saw some brilliant smartphones being introduced to the market. Devices with high end specs, snazzy designs and all kinds of technological breakthroughs previously unencountered entered the tech circuit. Some handsets, however, were prettier than others, and we cannot help but talk about them in this top 5 of the most stylish smartphones this year.

1. Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge and S6 Edge+

 

 

Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge+ is the company’s first big S series phone, as an add-on to the Galaxy S line of devices. The Galaxy S6 edge+ was designed to one up the iPhone 6 Plus in terms of specifications and hardware. But it did not simply stop there -the device is not only high on specs but the Galaxy S6 Edge and Edge+ with their curved screen and glass back are both a beauty to behold.

2. iPhone 6s and 6s Plus (Rose Gold Variant):

 

 

With iPhone 6s and 6s Plus, Apple did not make major design changes. In fact the only design change was that the new iPhones were heavier and thicker than their predecessors. Looks like the entire Bendgate-controversy did make Apple sit up and listen. The one design change that Apple did introduce, however, was a new colour variant -the rose gold.

Though the Apple device is not the only device to offer a rose gold variant, another example being that of Huawei’s Mate S, it’s definitely one of the most popular. Before the Apple haters get started -it is not us but the market which affirms this -the rose gold variant was the most pre-ordered version of the new iPhones.

3. Moto X Style and Moto X Pure:

The versions of these two smartphones that launched in India did not fare too well on the looks front. But the Moto Maker available outside India allows you to customise you device in great detail. From the back to the front, to the colour and texture and feel -pretty much all of it can be altered and modified depending on the taste of the user. Moto Maker has not arrived in India yet, but if sources are to be believed, it should be here soon. Looks like the day when you get to lay your hands on a customised Moto X Pure or Style in India is not far.

4. OnePlus X

 

OnePlus X was the company’s second device launched this year, closely preceded by OnePlus 2. OnePlus X was a bit of a downer in terms of performance and user interface, but that did not keep it from becoming one of the best phones in the price bracket. It’s also a very pretty looking phone with its slim and light body, very reminiscent of iPhone 4s. Despite its glitches with SD card and camera software, OnePlus X manages to do well solely based on looks.

5. HTC One A9

This device received a lot of hate and became a topic of great discussion owing to its iPhone-‘inspired’ design. Having said that, One A9 is indeed a very impressive looking smartphone for the metal unibody frame is a winner no matter which brand sports it. The curved edges and glass screen gives the device a premium look. The team behind the design of the One A9 have stated that great amount of time and attention has gone into its design, which does feel true.

December 4, 2015
OnePlus 2 Goes on Sale Without Invite Starting Tomorrow

OnePlus fans rejoice. The much-hated invite system will end starting tomorrow – for the OnePlus 2 smartphone. Yes, you will no longer need an invite to get your hands on the OnePlus 2, the company stated in its forum. The open sale begins on December 5 at midnight with both the OnePlus 2 and the OnePlus X up for grabs. However, the OnePlus X will get to enjoy this freedom until the 7th of December.

We know that the invite system was OnePlus’ way to control demand and supply. This strategy has been employed quite well initially. So much so that the company managed to sell around 30, 000 handsets of the OnePlus 2 in China within 64 seconds of the launch. The numbers for reservation slowly hit millions. Yet the company continued with the invite system even after supply overtook demand.

The decision to rid the invite system for the OnePlus 2 comes at a time when demand for the device is seeing a fall. Certainly, OnePlus has an excess of stock at the moment, which is one of the reasons the company has been keeping a number of open sales lately as well as sending out invites repeatedly. Not only is it trying to push out its handsets, but it’s also trying to sell its accessories as well with heavy discounts.

In a blog post, OnePlus co-founder Carl Pei also stated that the company will be giving discounts on accessories and covers. Owners of a OnePlus smartphone will get 90 percent off on all accessories for their devices.

However, the decision to go invite-free doesn’t mean that it won’t suffer from stock shortage. If demand does pick up, it might just slow down the time it takes to get the phone into your hands. For example, the 16GB OnePlus 2 is currently out of stock and it’s not clear when it will return.

“The invite system has been crucial to letting us scale our operations and has given our fans a unique way to share OnePlus with the people in their lives,” writes Pei. “But we are always trying to enhance the OnePlus experience for you and taking risks to push ourselves and show real improvements. That’s why we’re making the OnePlus 2 invite-free… forever.”

The OnePlus 2 sports a 5.5-inch Full HD display and is powered by a 1.8GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 810 octa-core SoC, 4GB of RAM, and 64GB of internal storage. On the camera front, the device features a 13MP rear and a 5MP front-facing camera. The device runs on Android-powered Oxygen OS 2.0. The device is currently priced at Rs. 24,999 (64GB). So, for those who have been eager to get their hands on the OnePlus 2, the wait ends tomorrow.

Additionally, if you’re in the market for the OnePlus X, you will be able to purchase it without an invite until December 7. The 16GB OnePlus X (Onyx) is currently priced at Rs. 16,999.

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December 4, 2015
OnePlus Launches a Sandstone Cover for iPhone 6 and 6s

OnePlus launched a cover for iPhone 6 and 6s yesterday. No, we didn’t make a mistake -it has happened. The cover is called OnePlus Sandstone Case and is available on the OnePlus website for $19.99 (about Rs. 1400).

The Sandstone Case is made of polycarbonate and is expected to provide the same tactic feeling as OnePlus devices. The measurements of the accessory are 138.7 x 70.2 x 10.5 mm, and it weighs 20 grams.

Just when you thought you’ve seen it all -there’s more. For a limited period, that is the holiday season, buyers will also find themselves a OnePlus X invite in the box of the cover. You may have paid a hefty sum to get to lay your hands on an iPhone 6 or 6s, but would you be now willing to cover it with the OnePlus logo?

Makers of the Sandstone Case clearly seem to think you would. That’s one confident -and bizarre- move, OnePlus. Many see this as the company’s attempt to move away from the image of being solely an Android vendor. Let’s see how the market responds to this.

December 2, 2015
OnePlus Brings The Luxurious OnePlus 2 Wild Phone Case to India

OnePlus brings the ultra luxurious Hard Graft accessory to India. Hard Graft has been a popular name and a leader in luxury leather goods brand. The accessory comes with a strong design and immaculate quality that sets it apart from the rest. The designers at Hard Graft have brought their Tuscan leather expertise to the Wild Phone Case for OnePlus 2.

There is something special about washed Italian leather. It’s soft, relaxed and the rugged skin structure tells a million stories. Crafted with hand selected premium materials, the Wild Phone Case is the perfect home for your OnePlus 2.

The case is made of made of signature ash grey washed and traditionally tanned leather. The Wild Phone Case, made of premium material, uses “buttery soft leather” that gets smoother with each use. The outer leather protects your device from wear and tear while the inner lining made of wool keeps the screen clear and smudge-free.

The leather case also comes with two sleeves that lets you store your most important cards and money. The Hard Graft also has an opening to allow for headphones to be plugged in. The limited-edition accessory is available for a price of Rs. 7,499.

December 1, 2015
OnePlus is Offering Refunds for Flawed USB Type-C Cable

OnePlus recently admitted that the USB Type-C cable for the OnePlus 2 does not conform to the USB Type-C 1.1 spec, and has agreed to give refunds. This admission comes after a Google engineer, Benson Leung, tested the OnePlus 2’s USB Type-C cable and concluded that it “may cause damage to your charger, hub or PC USB port” if used on a fast-charging device.

However, there’s a condition to the refund. Since the cable won’t cause any damage to the device itself, those who own the handset will not receive the refund or replacement cable. Instead, OnePlus will only refund those who purchased the cable separately. The company is of the opinion that the cable works fine for its intended purpose, that is to charge the OnePlus 2. However, someone who is unaware of the issue may just grab the cable and use it to charge some other handset or a laptop like Google’s Chromebook Pixel.

“If you’ve purchased these products to use with devices other than the OnePlus 2, we are going to offer an opportunity to apply for a refund on those products purchased through the OnePlus website. Please note that cables that were included in the box with your OnePlus 2 are not eligible for a refund, since they are safe to use with the OnePlus 2.”

The device could draw more power than the charger itself is able to support, since it has the wrong resistor for the USB Type-C 1.1 specification (10 k-ohms instead of 56 k-ohms). A good USB charger will cut off power without any damage, but a bad one could fry, or worse, catch on fire. Ideally, recalling all the faulty cables and replacing them would be the right thing to do, but those planning to keep them should “mark it with a tag so you don’t forget it’s special,” according to Leung.

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November 27, 2015
OnePlus X to Receive New Oxygen OS Update Today

A new OS is on its way to the OnePlus X, and no, it won’t be a new Android update. Instead, OnePlus X owners will be receiving a new Oxygen OS update that promises to bring several enhancements to the MicroSD card support.

The latest Oxygen OS 2.1.3 will bring UX improvements, along with exFAT SD card support, and the ability to move apps to and from the card. It also fixes a bug that caused the handset to reboot whenever you removed the SD card.

OnePlus X

OnePlus has also stated that there are some unnamed security patches as well as “general bug fixes and optimisations”. The new Oxygen OS update rollout starts from today, though only 10% of OnePlus X users out there will receive the update as of now. This is to test if the update works well. The update will rollout to a wider audience in a few days.

November 26, 2015
OnePlus 2 to go on an ‘Open Sale’ This Week

There is exciting news for OnePlus fans out there. The Chinese smartphone maker will have an ‘Open Sale’ this week for the OnePlus 2 as part of the Black Friday deals, according to a teaser on its social media accounts. Users in India can now buy the OnePlus 2 without invitation from November 25 to November 27.

“In keeping up with our promises announced earlier, we are back with our “Open Sale” days for the OnePlus 2 one more time starting midnight 12 AM from November 25 and ends on November 27 at 11:59 PM,” the company said about its India sale via a blog post.

The OnePlus 2 will be available without invites from OnePlus.net website.

Starring the #OnePlus2. #BlackFriday: Unlimited is coming to a https://t.co/aVnLDQyFoW near you. pic.twitter.com/ARNQuWiXXK

— OnePlus (@oneplus) November 23, 2015

For those still wondering about the device and whether you should go for it, check out our review of the OnePlus 2 and watch the video below for all the details.

November 24, 2015
OnePlus X is Now Available in the U.S and Canada

The OnePlus X smartphone was launched last month in many countries. Now, the mid-range smartphone makes its way to the U.S and Canada. The OnePlus X is available for order starting today. But as is always the case with OnePlus, the latest device will only be available via invite system.

OnePlus continues to stick to its much-maligned invite system, so those who’ve managed to get the invite will be the only ones excited about the launch of the device. Others will just have to fish for an invite elsewhere.

The OnePlus X sports a 5-inch AMOLED display (1920×1080), with a primary camera of 13 MP and a 8 MP front. The device runs on a 2.1 GHz Snapdragon 801 chipset. It features a 3 GB RAM with 16 GB internal storage and is expandable up to 128 via MicroSD card slot. The phone includes an alert slider, like the one found on OnePlus 2. The OnePlus X weighs around 138 gm for the Onyx variant and a heavier 160 gm for the Ceramic variant.

November 20, 2015