The second-generation OnePlus handset is finally here. Get all the updates of the new One Plus two phone price in US and its features.
The fast growing technology giant from China is back again with more surprises. On the succession of last year’s sleeper hit, Chinese startup OnePlus has announced a new phone – OnePlus 2, that promises iPhone-type specs at half the price. After numerous revelations as well as unofficial leaks, the company took the wraps off its new flagship smartphone killer on August 11th, the OnePlus 2 will be available in two configurations: a 4GB of RAM / 64GB model priced at $389 and a 3GB of RAM / 16GB model priced at $329.
- OnePlus 2 Price in US & Availability
- What’s New in the One Plus 2
- OnePlus Two Phone Specs
- OxygenOS Phone
- How to get OnePlus 2 invite?
OnePlus 2 Price in US & Availability
Similar to the OnePlus One phone, the device will support AT&T and T-Mobile’s LTE networks in the U.S. and will be sold “unlocked” which allows users to easily switch among the networks or effortlessly use the phone outside the U.S. As with other unlocked phones, it will not work with Verizon or Sprint
The screen size makes the OnePlus under phablet variant as a direct rival for phones like Apple’s iPhone 6 Plus and Samsung’s Galaxy Note line, however these phones are several hundred dollars more expensive than the OnePlus 2. A 64GB unlocked iPhone 6 Plus is priced $849 and an unlocked Galaxy Note 4 with 32GB of storage is approximately $525 on Amazon.
The 64GB OnePlus 2 will be available with an invite in the United States and European Union starting August 11 for $389. The 16GB OnePlus 2 with 3GB of LPDDR4 RAM will be available later for $329.
What’s New in the One Plus 2
The OnePlus 2 has a number of business points, with one being the fingerprint reader that it claimed before launch was faster than the iPhone and seems to be true. This trademark feature of the handset includes a new button on the front side that houses a fingerprint scanner — however, you can’t press it for anything else. Another one is an Alert button on the left side, which allows you to swiftly change notifications status between three preset modes with an effortless switch.
This device is first among the smartphones to offer a USB Type-C port for charging and data transfer, replacing the microUSB port found on the OnePlus One and most Android devices. USB Type-C is the next generation of the USB standard and is best known for its versatility in allowing the USB plug to be reversible.
The new One Plus device has an upgraded rear camera of 13-megapixel boasts with a sharper sensor and laser-enhanced focus for better low-light shots. A 5-megapixel camera remains on the front for selfies and video chat.
OnePlus Two Phone Specs
- Dimensions: 151.8 x 74.9 x 9.85 mm
- Weight: 175g
- 5.5-inch 1920 x 1080 display with 401 pixel-per-inch density and Corning Gorilla Glass
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 810 processor
- 3/4GB of LPDDR4 RAM
- 16/64GB of eMMC 5.0 storage
- 13-megapixel camera with optical image stabilization (OIS)
- 5-megapixel front-facing camera
- dual-band Wifi (2.4GHz 802.11b/g/n and 5GHz 802.11a/n/ac
- Bluetooth 5.1
- LTE
- Dual-SIM support
- GPS and GLONASS
- Oxygen OS based on Android 5.1
- Fingerprint button
- Alert slider
- USB Type-C connector
- 3,300 mAh battery
This dual simmed device is powered with a 3300mAh lithium polymer battery and weighs around 175 grams. With the fastest processor in the market, 64-bit Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 810 SoC; and backed up with a 4GB of LPDDR4 RAM, 64GB of storage and eMMC 5.0 flash memory, OnePlus 2 is lightning quick. It supports 4G LTE and
It has a 13 megapixel rear facing with a dual LED Flash and a wide-angle 5 megapixel front-facing camera. Apart from the OnePlus’ signature Sandstone Black, users now have access to a range of covers including actual wood built Bamboo, Black Apricot, Rosewood and even Kevlar.
OxygenOS Phone – The New Innovative operating system.
The OnePlus 2 is the first device in the world to ship with OnePlus’ own operating system, OxygenOS. “With the OnePlus 2, we’re making a bet on the future, and doubling down on a holistic product experience,” said OnePlus Co-founder, Carl Pei. “We’re excited for what our fans have to say.”
OxygenOS, based on Android 5.1, is a refreshing take on the pure Android experience. Subtle customizations like on screen gestures, dark mode, the ability to switch between hardware and capacitive buttons and toggle quick settings are baked in throughout the OS. Loaded with custom apps including Camera, Audio Tuner and File Manager, OxygenOS delivers a light, secure take on Android.
How to get OnePlus 2 invite?
OnePlus has promised that it will lot more easier to get the invites this time for OnePlus2. You need to reserve your spot to get a OnePlus 2 by simply entering your email to join the reservation list. However, the early forum supporters will be given priority.
You can try below two ways to get a One Plus 2 invite:
- The reservation list has already passed the 1 million mark but you can still get on it here.
- You can also try to win a OnePlus 2 by picking one of the firm’s 10 challenges, filming it and sending in your entry. There are 22 being given away for the competition and you’ll want to get your mates to vote for your entry.
When you do get an invite, you’ll need to use it within 24 hours before it gets sent to the next person.
Just like last time, people who successfully buy a OnePlus 2 will receive invites to send to whomever they like.
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