OnePlus said to be eager to undermine Huawei’s Honor brand with its upcoming OnePlus Ace 2, which is rumored to boast an impressively slim design.

What you could know

• Rumors suggest that OnePlus is working on a slimmer Open 2, potentially rivaling Honor’s Magic V3 in terms of thinness.
• The device is expected to boast a remarkable 9.Xmm thinness when unfolded, featuring a circular triple-camera setup and a stunning 2K Plus high-definition display.
• The Honor’s Magic V3 boasts an impressively slim and robust design, measuring just 9.2mm when folded and a mere 4.3mm when unfolded, as claimed by the manufacturer.

Rumors are circulating that a thrilling rivalry could be on the horizon between OnePlus and Honor, fueled by the latter’s sleek Magic V3 foldable smartphone.

Weibo insider DCS shared speculative claims about the OnePlus Open 2, allegedly featuring a slimmer design shift. Despite the recent editing, parents managed to capture a screenshot of the data. Upon examining the rumour surrounding the upcoming Open 2 device from OnePlus, DCS reports that the company’s primary objective in designing this product is to achieve an unprecedented level of thinness and lightness.

According to reports, the Chinese-language original equipment manufacturer (OEM) is reportedly focused on developing a foldable device with a remarkable thickness of approximately 9.x mm. Rumors suggest that this could be the next step in the evolution of the device, as its popularity and adoption rates are expected to rise further. Although the tipster didn’t specify a particular thickness, the foldable would likely need to be noticeably thinner than Honor’s current design in order to outdo it.

Rumors abound regarding the forthcoming cellphone’s photographic prowess, with some sources suggesting that a high-resolution Sony 50-megapixel primary sensor will anchor its triple-camera setup. The digital camera component of the periscope will be integrated into this project. OnePlus has opted to persist with its characteristic large, circular camera module design.

The rumoured specification includes a cutting-edge “2K Plus full high-definition” foldable display screen and the advanced processing power of the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4.

The prospect of a slimmer foldable, especially one within the 9mm range, holds our attention in regard to the Honor Magic V3. The device, measuring 9.2mm when folded and 4.3mm in its open state, showcases an impressive level of compactness. Honor said that it invested closely within the R&D aspect of its battery know-how, implementing a 5,150mAh silicon carbon battery.

To rectify this issue, the corporation focused on building robustness into their latest model. The Magic V3 from Honor introduced an innovative design feature – swing arms for its hinge mechanism – enhancing the overall durability and lifespan.

The extent to which OnePlus’s Open 2 will pose a significant challenge against Honor remains uncertain. While rumors suggest it may surpass the Pixel 9 Pro’s 11.8mm thickness, as well as the Galaxy Z Fold 6’s 12.1mm measurement, with a predicted 10.5mm profile.

OnePlus Open 2 may boast a significantly upgraded 6,000mAh battery, potentially offering extended usage and a substantial power boost. These patent filings reinforce speculation that Qualcomm’s next-generation flagship system-on-chip (SoC) will be prominently showcased across various devices. It seems unlikely that the Open will take place elsewhere. A tipster submits that a forthcoming OnePlus foldable device may debut during Q1 2025.

A supposed delay in OPPO’s Discover N5 launch is reportedly linked to its sibling company OnePlus, with the new date set for approximately 12 months from now. Folding devices appear increasingly likely to mimic one another in their design and features, much like they have over the past year.