OnePlus Open price in Kenya is Kes 210,000. The flagship foldable smartphone weighs 239g and measures 153.4 x 143.1 x 5.8 mm when unfolded and 153.4 x 73.3 x 11.7 mm when folded. As a dual SIM phone, it is 5G enabled, supporting 2G, 3G, 4G, and 5G connectivity. It features two screens: Foldable 7.82-inch LTPO3 Flexi-fluid AMOLED, 1B colors, Dolby Vision, 120Hz, 2800 nits (peak), and 6.31 inches LTPO3 Super Fluid OLED, 1B colors, Dolby Vision, 120Hz, 2800 nits (peak).
The flagship foldable handset runs on Android 13, OxygenOS 13.2, is powered by an Octa-core Qualcomm SM8550-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm), and is anchored by 512GB 16GB RAM. Installed on the handset is a powerful set of cameras: a single 20MP selfie camera, a 32MP cover camera, and a triple main camera set-up consisting of 48MP + 64MP + 48MP.
For connectivity and effective communication, OnePlus Open comes installed with Dual SIM (5G enabled, 2x Nano-SIM, eSIM, dual stand-by), Bluetooth (5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD), WLAN (Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, tri-band), NFC, GPS, Infrared. Powering the entire foldable smartphone is a Li-Po 4805 mAh, non-removable battery, recharged by a 67W wired unit (fast charging 1-100% in 42 minutes). OnePlus Open, the first foldable smartphone by OnePlus, is now available at Phoneplace Kenya in Emerald Dusk Voyager Black colors.
Unique Selling Points on OnePlus Open
The dual ProXDR displays
Multi-spatial speakers
The smartphone is light, compact, and durable
Open canvas-flow work and viewing beyond the split screen.
OnePlus Open Specs & Price in Kenya
Name
Brand
OnePlus
Model
Open Foldable phone
Color
Emerald Dusk, Voyager Black
Body
Size
· Unfolded: 153.4 x 143.1 x 5.8 mm
· Folded: 153.4 x 73.3 x 11.7 mm
Body Build
Glass front (Ceramic Guard) (folded), plastic front (unfolded), glass back or eco-leather back, aluminum frame
Weight
239 g or 245 g
Water Resistance
IPX4 splash resistant
SIM
Dual SIM (2x Nano-SIM, eSIM, dual stand-by)
Connectivity
Technology
GSM/HSPA/LTE/5G
Bands
2G, 3G, 4G, 5G
Speed
HSPA, LTE-A (CA), 5G
Display
Size
Main Display: 7.82 inches, 196.7 cm2 (~89.6% screen-to-body ratio)
OnePlus Open is light, compact and durable. Its portability is perfected by its slim, foldable design. At 239g, it is Lighter than any Fold and weighs like the best-selling Pro Max. Oppo N3 Fold weighs 239g or 245g, and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 weighs 253g. Light makes might. Extraordinary materials blend the best of both. Materials used to build the iconic phone are Titanium alloy, carbon fiber, and more. Notably, the OnePlus Open is built to the hilt with aerospace materials – with no expense spared, up to 4 times stronger than surgical-grade stainless steel. The hinge is made of materials that utilize a proprietary cobalt molybdenum alloy.
OnePlus Open is slim and compact. Dimensionwise, it measures:
Unfolded: 153.4 x 143.1 x 5.8 mm
Folded: 153.4 x 73.3 x 11.7 mm
Even when unfolded, it easily fits into your palm and pocket without becoming unnecessarily burdensome. At 5.8mm, when fully unfolded, it is one of the slimmest foldable phones ever developed. Comparatively, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 measures 6.1mm when unfolded and 13.4 mm when folded; Oppo N3 Fold measures 5.8mm when unfolded and 11.7mm when folded. In a way. OnePlus Open and Oppo N3 Fold share similar weight and dimension details.
Display
The Dual ProXDR display is as immersive, intriguing and satisfying as you would expect on a foldable flagship smartphone. It is twice as depth-defying and twice as epic, and consists of:
Whether working, watching a game through a live stream broadcast or gaming, you will have one of the best immersive user experiences on the large 2K resolution display that boasts of 120Hz refresh rate, 10-bit Color, 2800 nits of brightness, Dolby Vision and Ultra-Thin Glass protection.
Perfected for Dolby Vision, the dazzling dual displays are brighter and sharper than your average Pro phone or tablet – even under the sun.
The Dual ProXDR display is a step up for HDR. Witness extreme dynamic range, next-level brightness, cinematic contrast and sublime colours with the OnePlus Open.
OnePlus Open Camera setup
The foldable handsets have a formidable set of cameras installed to give you some of the best photography and video recording experiences.
Shoot awesome selfies with the following:
Single 20MP, f/2.2, 20mm (ultrawide), 1/4″, 0.7µm
Single 32MP, f/2.4, 22mm (ultrawide), 1/3.14″, 0.7µm cover camera
All these cameras integrate but work individually to enhance images and videos to achieve the best output in light balance, colour saturation and clarity.
Make nighttime the right time with a ‘Pixel Stacked’ Revolution. The 48MP LYT-T808 quad-pixel main sensor showcases Sony’s game-changing ‘2-Layer Transistor Pixel’ architecture. Light up the night with double the light for dazzling clarity.
64MP camera with 3X Optical Zoom and 6X In-sensor is the apex of imaging on any fold. Change your telephoto game with more framing flexibility and higher clarity – even in low light. Besides, the ridiculous 120X Ultra Res zoom is now in the frame.
Hasselblad Portrait Mode
Portraits in low light are one of the key highlights of the OnePlus Open main camera setup. To elevate portraits in low light, the cutting-edge cameras work in tandem. Capture near-DSLR-level depth tracking, natural bokeh and flare effects taken by authentic Hasselblad cameras fitted with professional XCD lenses.
Shooting and editing
You can now shoot, view and edit photos and videos on the OnePlus Open selfie and main cameras. Capture your visual stories in 4K at 60 fps or stunning 4K Dolby Vision HDR format.
Performance of OnePlus Open
Operating System
OxygenOS 13.2 is game-changing on the OnePlus Open, especially regarding multi-tasking.
With Open Canvas, extend split-screen apps and flow beyond the display. The screen giant upsizes your possibilities with more real estate. For maximum multitasking, nudge, swipe and pull to fast focus across multiple apps.
Dual Splits and Fast Focus
Split the screen by swiping two fingers down the middle of the screen. Quickly hop between apps with taps or nudges. Expand an app with fast focus, with the others ready on-demand.
Drag and Drop Sharing
Call recent apps by tapping the taskbar.
Share recent files and photos directly from the taskbar by dragging them to apps.
Triple Splits
Triple split by dragging the third app directly from the taskbar.
Smart orientation ensures apps are displayed vertically or horizontally.
Data Analysis
Save time and effort.
Get the complete picture with all of your data. With less back and forth, make the right call.
Read Content
View and read a book or report how it was meant to be. With more screen space, there’s less time to waste.
Processing power
OnePlus packs a punch when it comes to its processing power. It packs:
Chipset: Qualcomm SM8550-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm)
The integrated processing unit provides raw power for seamless multi-tasking and gaming, with the handset going through the tasks at hand effortlessly.
Storage Capacity.
The foldable phone is fast and smooth, relentless as it maximizes productivity and high performance. Anchoring such high-level performance is equally impressive storage. 512GB internal memory, 16GB RAM, and UFS 4.0 make OnePlus Open one of the handsets with enviable storage specifications. High RAM means faster processing capabilities and higher RAM means unlimited storage for data and files as you work and indulge yourself in fun (entertainment)
OnePlus Open Connectivity
It is a 5G network-enabled device. It relies on a GSM / HSPA / LTE/ 5G network. Considering that it is Dual SIM (2x Nano-SIM, eSIM, dual stand-by), you have 2 5G network-enabled SIM cards running concurrently on the handset for fast uploading and downloading of files, depending on your network provider’s signal strength.
Equally, use the Wi-Fi for internet connection to communicate and interact with the rest of the world with the latest released WLAN version on handsets (Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, tri-band).
Enjoy an intelligent, seamless, hassle-free pairing of your smart devices via Bluetooth via the 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD version on OnePlus Open.
Considering the handset supports NFC, Infrared port, and USB Type-C 3.1, OTG, it thus offers multiple ways of connectivity and data transfer. This makes it an ideal, modern, high-end, high-performance handset for business executives, CEOs and those in the fast-paced showbiz, fashion and entertainment industry who need versatility, flexibility and resourcefulness at all times.
Communications on OnePlus Open
Sound Output
Tune in for all-around sound. Multi-spatial speakers are unique to the OnePlus Open. They enable you to go from stereo to hero with multiple reality speakers synched up for spatial audio that moves around you.
Unfortunately, the handset does not support a 3.5mm jack port and no FM Radio. However, you can still connect and listen to your favourite MP3 Hitlist or videos as you commute via Bluetooth.
Pros and Cons of OnePlus Open
Pros
5G network enabled
OnePlus Open has an outstanding design and build
IPX4 splashproof rating
Dual 2K, ProXDR displays
120Hz refresh rate, excellent for gaming
Good battery life and fast charging support
The Dolby Atmos 3-speaker setup works quite well.
High performance based on fast processing capabilities with Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm) SoC
Commendable RAM and internal memory
Impressive set of cameras for photos and video recording.
Cameras have 3X optical zoom
Main camera comes with gyro-EIS
4K video recording
Feature-rich software
Supports reverse, wired charging
NFC supported
Infrared port installed
Stereo Speakers for quality audio output.
Cons
OnePlus Open has no HFR gaming.
The cover selfie produces hazy photos.
It does not support stylus pen
No MicroSD
3.5mm jack port not supported
No Gorilla Glass protection
Wireless charging not supported
Generally, a pricey handset is out of range for most potential buyers
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