All the information you require on the January 23 launch of the OnePlus 12 and OnePlus 12R

 All the information you require on the January 23 launch of the OnePlus 12 and OnePlus 12R

The Chinese smartphone manufacturer's flagship model, the OnePlus 12, is anticipated to launch shortly. The OnePlus 12 may ship in China in December and then globally in January 2024, according to a prior report, however the company has not officially disclosed the smartphone's launch date. The characteristics of the incoming smartphone have been the subject of multiple leaks and rumors over time; none of them have been verified by the business as of yet. Here's a summary of what we currently know about the smartphone while we wait for OnePlus to confirm the launch details and provide additional data. 

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While the OnePlus 12 launch is still a few weeks away, rumors about the handset suggest that there may be improvements coming in a number of areas. The OnePlus 12 may have a somewhat similar design to that of its predecessor, the OnePlus 11. Leaks, however, suggest that there may be some little adjustments to enhance daily use. While the selfie camera is positioned in the center of the front, the circular camera housing appears to be a carryover from the 11.

2K Screen with Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 Processor

According to the most recent leak via a Weibo article, Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC will power the OnePlus 12. This is consistent with the earlier leak that suggested the OnePlus 12 would run on an unannounced chipset. 

The OnePlus 12's screen and display could have a maximum brightness of 2,600 nits. Additionally, a 6.82-inch QHD+ curved LTPO display with a resolution of 1,440 x 3,168 pixels was noted in the report about the smartphone. The screen is claimed to have a refresh rate of 120Hz and 2,160Hz PWM dimming. The next OnePlus 12 is rumored to come with BOE's 2K screen.

Better Cameras

The smartphone's optics are anticipated to include a 50-megapixel Sony IMX966 OIS-enabled sensor with an f/1.7 aperture and a focal length of 23mm. Two more sensors include a 64-megapixel Omni Vision OV64B telephoto camera with a 3x optical zoom and a 48-megapixel ultra-wide telephoto camera (said to be the Sony IMX581). Additionally, the sensor might enable hybrid zooming. According to a different source with leaked renders, the smartphone will include a hole punch display design for a curved display. 

Improvements to batteries

According to the OnePlus 12's battery specifications, the smartphone may include a 5,400mAh battery that supports both 50W and 100W rapid wired charging. The most recent rumor, which implies that the smartphone would have a USB 3.2 connector, supports this information as well. It is rumored to run Oxygen OS 14 on top of Android 14. 

Performance Highlights of the OnePlus 12: The Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 CPU from Qualcomm powers the OnePlus 12, providing up to 24GB of RAM and 1TB of storage for an intensely potent experience.

Display: With a peak brightness of 2600 nits and a resolution of 1440 x 3168 pixels, its 6.82-inch X1 "Oriental" LTPO OLED display is expected to produce impressive images.

Battery: Powering the device is a sizable 5400mAh battery that allows for 100W wired rapid charging. 

Camera Configuration: The OnePlus 12 sports three cameras: a 48 MP ultra-wide lens, a 64 MP periscope lens with a 3x telephoto zoom, and a 50 MP primary camera with a Sony sensor.

Operating System: Oxygen OS 14, an Android 14-based operating system designed for global markets, strives to deliver a flawless software experience.

Price and Colors: The OnePlus 12 is available in three fashionable color options: Green, White, and Black, with a starting price of CNY 4,299 (about Rs 50,000) in China.

OnePlus 12R Forecast

Anticipated to be a rebranded Ace 3, the OnePlus 12R will have a 6.78-inch OLED display with a PWM dimming rate of 2,160Hz, a global peak brightness of 1,600 nits, and a resolution of 1.5K.

Design: The phone may come in blue, gray, or gold upon launch. It has a glass body with a metallic central frame.

Performance and Charging: A 5,500mAh battery that supports 100W wired fast charging and a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 CPU are reportedly found within the OnePlus 12R.

Camera Specifications: A 16-megapixel front camera sensor, an 8-megapixel ultra-wide-angle lens, and a 50-megapixel primary sensor with OIS capability are anticipated.

These smartphones are expected to offer a wide range of options depending on personal needs and preferences by a global audience.