Sneak peek: OnePlus 12 unveils stunning first look ahead of China launch

OnePlus has unveiled the teaser of its highly anticipated OnePlus 12 smartphone on the Chinese social media platform Weibo. The company has also announced a grand event scheduled for 4 December to commemorate its 10th anniversary, with the official launch of the flagship OnePlus 12 smartphone set for 5 December in the Chinese market.

Design and display

The leaked teaser images showcase the OnePlus 12 sporting a modern design with a punch-hole front camera seamlessly integrated into a curved display panel. The rear panel features a triple camera setup in a circular arrangement, reminiscent of its predecessor, bearing the Hasselblad branding, a testament to OnePlus's continued partnership with the renowned camera brand. The teaser also confirms the presence of the signature Alert Slider on the left side of the device.

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Global launch and colour options

While there has been no official announcement regarding the global launch timeline for the OnePlus 12, it is widely expected to make its debut in India and other international markets by January 2024.

OnePlus China has already confirmed that the upcoming OnePlus 12 will be available in three striking colour options: Frost White, Cyan Green, and Obsidian Black.

Additionally, media reports suggest that OnePlus might introduce a special variant of the smartphone featuring a distinctive wood grain texture on the back panel, paying homage to the original OnePlus One smartphone, which boasted a similar finish.

Confirmed specifications

OnePlus has officially revealed that the OnePlus 12 will be powered by the latest and most powerful Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 system-on-chip, ensuring top-notch performance. During the display maker BOE's event in China, OnePlus showcased display-related enhancements while confirming that the smartphone would feature a high-resolution AMOLED screen with a 2K resolution.

Imaging

OnePlus has confirmed that the Chinese variant of its upcoming OnePlus 12 smartphone will feature a Sony LYT-808 sensor, expected to be an enhanced version of the LYT-T808 sensor, which was previously featured on the OnePlus Open foldable smartphone.

The OnePlus 12 is poised to set a new benchmark in the smartphone industry, boasting cutting-edge specifications, a sleek design, and enhanced imaging capabilities. With its anticipated global launch in early 2024, the OnePlus 12 is sure to capture the attention of tech enthusiasts and smartphone users worldwide.