The OnePlus 13 smartphone, which is rumored all around, is expected to be launched in the last month of October or early November. In this article, we will further learn about the launch date of the OnePlus 13 and its specifications.
You must know that when OnePlus 12 was launched, that was the time of launching the Samsung Galaxy S-series, but this year the time frame of launch of OnePlus 13 seems to be different. If we go by the rumors, then the launch time frame can be October to November. OnePlus 12 was launched in December 2023; based on past trends and current rumors, we can say that this smartphone can be launched by December 2024.
Launch Timing History:
OnePlus has been launching its flagships at the beginning of the year, while the OnePlus 12 was launched in China in December last year and globally in January.
Rumored Early Launch:
Leaks from Weibo, a Chinese social media platform, suggest that the OnePlus 13 is likely to be real next month in October 2024. By some resources it is confirmed that OnePlus 13 is launch in China in October.
Qualcomm Chipset Launch:
It seems that the launch of the OnePlus 13 will take place along with Qualcomm’s Snapdragon Summit, where the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 along with the Orion CPU will also be revealed.
No Foldable Launch:
Due to the cancellation of the Oppo foldable device, OnePlus is in no mood to launch a foldable device this time.
Rumored Upgrades for OnePlus 13:
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Battery and Charging:
The first upgrade rumor is that OnePlus will make a big change in the battery and charging. The smartphone is expected to have a massive 6,000mAh battery and will likely support 100W wired fast charging and 50W wireless charging, continuing OnePlus’ trend of offering fast charging and powerful battery.
If rumors are to be believed, this year OnePlus will make a lot of changes in its smartphone. Like,
Design changes:
Design changes in OnePlus smartphones.
Traditional design hinge: Previously, OnePlus was known to use a more traditional design, which probably refers to the physical structure, build, and aesthetics of its devices.
New sleeker look: The company wants to change the design to make its smartphones sleeker and more attractive. This may include thinner bodies and fine edges, resulting in a more modern and stylish look.
Brand image shift: By changing the design, OnePlus wants to convey that it wants to further improve its brand identity. Doing so attracts users who value the look and feel of a smartphone.
OnePlus is changing its traditional design to make more sleek-looking smartphones, which may also help further improve the company’s brand and attract audiences.
Camera:
It is expected that this time the triple camera model will be introduced in the OnePlus 13. The OnePlus 12 had a circular camera design, which can now be changed to a vertical camera model. But according to some reports, this is not likely to happen. The camera model will remain circular; it will just be made more centric. The phone is rumored to retain the same 50MP primary camera with a Lytia LYT-808 sensor and f/1.6 aperture. There are also rumors of the inclusion of a Li-ion battery and an upgrade to the ultrawide-angle lens.
Some leaks are also claiming that the camera model in the phone will not be circular but a rectangular camera model. We will only know in the future how true all the leaks that are coming now will be.
Durability:
In durability, we will know how suitable and durable the product is in different environmental conditions. It is believed that the IP rating of OnePlus 13 will be the same as that of OnePlus 12. OnePlus 12 had IP65, which can be IP68 to IP69 in this phone. Which means that it will be water and dust resistant, making it more durable and suitable for different environments.
Being IP68 or IP69 means that this smartphone can stay in water for more than half an hour, and it also provides protection from high temperature and high pressure. The dust-resistant rating will also remain the same as that of the OnePlus 12.
Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 SoC:
Rumor about the upcoming OnePlus 13 smartphone, which is expected to be powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 SoC (system on chip).
Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 SoC: This is Qualcomm’s upcoming chipset. It integrates various functions such as CPU (central processing unit), GPU (graphics processing unit), and AI capabilities into one chip.
Leaker Smart Pikachu claims: OnePlus 13 will be the first smartphone to use this Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 chipset.
Speed: Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 is expected to significantly increase the speed of the phone, allowing for better multitasking and improved performance in apps and games.
Efficiency: It should also be more power-efficient, which means longer battery life and better overall energy management.
AI capabilities: Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 SoC may bring better artificial intelligence features, which will enhance functions such as camera performance, voice recognition, and smart assistants.
Fingerprint Sensor Upgrade:
However, this new smartphone is expected to switch to an ultrasonic fingerprint scanner.
- Ultrasonic Fingerprint Scanner: Unlike optical sensors, ultrasonic sensors use sound waves to map the ridges and valleys of your fingerprint.
- Advantages of ultrasonic sensors:
- Reliability in Low Light: Since ultrasonic scanners don’t rely on light (unlike optical sensors), they perform better in low-light environments.
- Performance with Wet Fingers: They are also better at recognizing fingerprints when fingers are wet, making them more convenient for everyday use.
Thus, it reflects a wider trend in the smartphone industry towards ultrasonic sensors for better fingerprint scanning.
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Display Enhancements:
Expected Change from OnePlus 12 Display to OnePlus 13:
The OnePlus 12 has a 6.82-inch AMOLED screen. AMOLED (Active Matrix Organic Light Emitting Diode) is a type of display technology that offers rich colors, deep blacks, and high contrast.
It has a QHD+ resolution of 3168×1440 pixels, which gives high-definition quality with great sharpness.
The refresh rate is from 1 to 120 Hz, which means the display can adjust how many times it refreshes per second. This helps in saving battery when viewing static content (low refresh rate) and provides smooth transitions and animations when needed (high refresh rate).
Expected Change in OnePlus 13:
Both the OnePlus 12 and OnePlus 12r feature curved screens. It is expected that the OnePlus 13 will have a flat screen, which might appeal to users who prefer a traditional, flat display without the curved edges. Flat screens can be easier to handle, avoid accidental touches on the edges, and may be more durable in some situations.