OnePlus 2: several versions in preparation?

OnePlus released the technical details of its next smartphone in recent days and they were more behind the name "OnePlus 2". A leak in fact reveals slightly different mobile official information?  OnePlus 2: the successor to the flagship killer will ship 4 GB of RAM to LPDDR4 format. This is a RAM that is not only faster and more powerful, but also more energy efficient. It will be perfect to accompany the Snapdragon 810 which will lead the mobile. However, all models may not embark much RAM.

This is what the same leaker who posted on her Weibo account reveal those ten days a realistic visual of an OnePlus 2 (see cons). The intrusive character today published a still charming specs (especially if the price is low), but less surprising than what we might expect from OnePlus. We discover the Snapdragon 810, 1.8 GHz processor (concession made to prevent overheating) and accompanied by 3GB of RAM and 64GB of internal storage.

The battery powered with 3300 mAh. The Front camera comes with 16 megapixels (again slightly better than the One) and 5-megapixel webcam (as on the One). Finally, the screen remains at 5.5 inches, would display an image in 1080p. We would find the USB Type-C port Oxygen on an Android OS 5.1 Lollipop basis, all would be confined in a very probably given metal part of the weight of the movable frame, 166 grams.

This datasheet is interesting, but, again, far from being the most surprising. However, the leaker adds some interesting information which is Model "A2001". Remember, last week, we revealed that there are three serial numbers for OnePlus 2, revealed by the Bluetooth SIG during certification of the mobile. The serial numbers are A2001, A2003 and A2005.

According to information collected from Geekbench last May, the A2001 is actually built on 3 GB of RAM and a Snapdragon 810. This corresponds to new information learned today. In late June, a second model was spotted in Geekbench: the A2003. It has 4 GB of RAM. This suggests that both versions (at least) are provided.

The first is economic with full HD and 3 GB of RAM and the second is premium rather with 4GB of RAM and probably a Full HD screen whose size is between 5.5 and 5.7 inches. The question is whether this is confirmed and what is the price of the smallest configuration (the other being provided for less than 450 dollars). And if there will be a third model, the famous A2005 which has so far not pretends to show.

OnePlus 2: The fingerprint reader confirmed

Third teaser on technical specifications of OnePlus 2: the fingerprint reader. Chinese startup confirms its presence. The question is where it will be placed. Like last year, every day OnePlus distills the details of the technical details of its flagship. The teaser campaign began last week with the announcement of the integration of the Snapdragon 810 in a version 2.1 would be better mastered the heat level. This continued a few days later with the connector USB Type C , the one that we find in some recent or announced devices (Nubia Z9, Saygus V2, the three LeTV models, etc.). Third detail revealed on the official forums and social networks: the fingerprint reader.

Confirming a rumor dates back to last March , the fingerprint reader has indeed been confirmed for OnePlus 2. This type of equipment is more and more common in the high-end, partly because the main actors of telephony, Apple, Samsung and Google, consecutively unveiled their own mobile payment solutions. Fashion is thus securing personal and banking data. OnePlus and justifies the presence of this component in its high-end future.

The manufacturer also reports that the biometric technology is now advanced enough to supplant the eternal PIN to unlock a mobile. Not only the fingerprint reading is more secure, but it is also faster. OnePlus explains choosing a technology that unlocks the phone three seconds faster than a PIN. Since each person consults his phone on average 200 times a day, this represents a saving of time of one hour per week or more than two days a year!

The manufacturer guarantees that the same technology used in the OnePlus is better than that with the Apple TouchID. A tribute in some way. But also a snub. Competition is never soft. OnePlus says that this technology did not exist a year ago, which is why the One does not benefit and to integrate the two. We therefore ask obviously the question: what is the identity of this famous new technology?

We believe it should be, without taking too much risk, Sense ID, fingerprint scanning technology from Qualcomm, presented at Mobile World Congress last March. Compatible with Snapdragon 810 (no chance), Sense ID is a fingerprint reader with ultra-sound that crosses all materials: glass, metal, plastic, sapphire, sweating or products cosmetics. Finally, the platform is compatible with the main technological components of access security. It would be surprising if in OnePlus chooses another.

There is one last question: where will be the fingerprint reader placed? We relayed yesterday the first pictures of an alleged stolen OnePlus 2. These images were a mobile contour close enough to those of the One, but with some nuances. Up front, the touchscreen is surrounded by finer edges (resulting from the integration of the navigation buttons in the interface and not on a dedicated touchpad). At the rear, the configuration of the elements surrounding the photo sensor is slightly different. Two possible hypotheses: either the ultrasonic sensor is hidden below the touch screen, which is almost a first. Either it is hidden under the one of the items on the back of the device, thus approaching a solution like the LG G4, the Huawei Mate 7 or Nubia Z9. Answer, very later, at the end of July, during the official presentation of the mobile.

OnePlus 2: a design that should look like the One

Several images were relayed this weekend. Their common: they represent the entire successor to the flagship killer OnePlus. And according to initial findings, the design of this future smartphone would be visually very similar to that of its predecessor.

The OnePlus One was certainly one of the five most anticipated smartphones of 2014. The promise of Carl and Pete Pei Lau was simple: provide a high-end smartphone at the price of mid-range. Result, the OnePlus One surpassed the million copies sold worldwide. And the success of mobile has undoubtedly been hampered by undervalued forecasts and protectionist trade strategy (symbolized by the invitation system so criticized). While OnePlus One is now counter (and continues to be a bargain), its successor is looming. The presentation of the latter will be made online, on July 27, via a virtual conference can be followed through a virtual reality application. A process that will take a look at the product as if you were there.

While waiting to discover the definitive design of OnePlus 2, several video emerged this weekend. The first, drawing comes from Weibo and presents the mobile flat, the visible bottom edge. In this installment, you'll find the USB-C port that was officially confirmed by the manufacturer and two grids of larger speaker than the OnePlus One. An effort on the audio outputs appears to have been done. Hopefully this will be the case of other small defects One, including the photo sensor. The comments accompanying this photograph say that the mobile measuring between 5 and 6 mm thick.

The other two visuals, pictures, were relayed by PhoneArena. The two shots, better resolution, revealing the front and back of the phone. The first observation at the sight of these three pictures is design. First, it is common to both leaks, which tends to confirm their legitimacy. Then, the mobile represented very similar to Oneplus, at least at the front. We want to show the silver trim running around the screen. You will also notice OxygenOS, the Android version of OnePlus, the navigation keys are integrated into the interface and not accessible from the touch surface below the display.

At the rear, however, some changes appear to be expected. The photo sensor seems to have moved from the spot, but the casing, here "wood" version (or faux wood), no longer covers the back and slices of the mobile. These are protected by a contour which appears to be metallic. The camera module has evolved. The question is what all the elements it contains are.

In less than a month away from the official launch of OnePlus 2, leaks seem to accelerate around the mobile OnePlus again, especially since the manufacturer supplies itself the news of its future representative. Furthermore the USB-C port, OnePlus confirmed the presence of Snapdragon 810 SoC Qualcomm that OnePlus announced as efficient without increasing the temperature (with a limit rate). Some observers believe that this choice is a mistake, especially in light of the experience of Xiaomi, LG, Sony and HTC. So let us leave to the brand the benefit of doubt.

The OnePlus 2 equipped with a USB-C will be officially launched within a month

Last week OnePlus launched a teaser campaign to generate interest on its next feature unit. We can only say that the company will soon launch it, and worked hard for you to find nice! However, until it is revealed, the Chinese firm will continue to disseminate information in dribs and drabs on this enigmatic OnePlus 2.

Carl Pei recently formalized the date of submission of OnePlus 2. It will be exactly on July 27 at 19 pm, Pacific Time. No giant press conference, however, but a presentation in virtual reality. The OnePlus 2 is definitely one of the most anticipated smartphones this summer. First, because it succeeds OnePlus One, which has long been the best open-market tender. Then because it should have an "improved and optimized" version of Snapdragon 810 chipset which is famous as ink flow for 6 months. Fortunately, we will not have too long to wait for all the details on this future smartphone since Carl Pei officially unveils the time and date of presentation. Of course, there will be no giant press conference like Apple or Xiaomi to present this new mobile. OnePlus will use the Internet and social networks for this. In contrast, Carl Pei indicates that a video stream in virtual reality will be offered.

The Snapdragon 810 v2.1 has eight cores and should harmonize well with the rest of the hardware and software of OnePlus Two, so it should not cause heat problems. The 64-bit CPU to allow inter alia a faster camera and a better gaming experience, according to OnePlus. Other hardware specifications, the Chinese company has not yet voiced.

Also It has just confirmed that it will be entitled to a USB port Type-C . This is certainly music to the ears of many people, especially when we know that Qualcomm Snapdragon chipset 810 will also be present on the device. OnePlus stated that it wished to impose as a "leader in connectivity energy" that is why it decided to take that direction. The USB Type-C is the only port on the MacBook 12 "and it is also present on the latest Chromebook Pixel in Google.

Why USB Type-C? Well, the main interest is that it is reversible and allows a faster charge. Therefore, no matter which side of the cable you connect, that's fine. Moreover, it is small enough to be seen in the phones. The USB Type C port allows two-sided insertion of a corresponding cable. This makes the charging of the device more comfortable. Many users need it at regular microUSB ports several tries, which can be quite annoying in the long run. The new standard also allows the power supply with other devices around the OnePlus 2 as the source. Thus, the smartphone can be used as a portable external battery. The price of the OnePlus 2 could rise due to the high-end processor.