OnePlus might be taking a pre-emptive step with the launch of its upcoming flagship series’ launch. A new report has suggested that the popular Chinese smartphone manufacturer will announce the OnePlus 8 series in mid-April, earlier than its usual launch cycle.
According to a source close to the company, the OnePlus 8 series can be expected to be revealed within the second week of April 2020. So far, OnePlus usually holds the global and Indian launch events on the same date or around a similar time frame to each other. So it is likely that the same can be expected again. India has become a key market for the brand, which is one of the most popular smartphone OEM in the premium segment of India.
From what we already know, OnePlus will launch at least three variants, including the base variant, the pro variant, and a new Lite variant as well. Reportedly, OnePlus 8 Lite will arrive with a new angular design and will sport a 6.4 inch display, with a punch hole selfie camera on the front. It is also likely to have a high refresh rate of 90Hz, a trend becoming more popular in its flagship series. The leaked render also showcased a triple camera module on the rear and MediaTek‘s new Dimensite 1000 SoC is expected to power the device, a first for the company.
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Coming to the OnePlus 8, the device is reported to sport a slightly larger 6.6 inch curved display alongside a punch hole selfie camera. The resolution will be FHD+ and may arrive with an even higher 120Hz refresh rate. The camera system comprises a similar triple camera setup as well.
The OnePlus 8 Pro, on the other hand, is said to feature a QHD+ display with a 120Hz refresh rate. It will also sport a punch hole camera and will be powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 865 SoC. The flagship in the series is said to house a Quad camera module and the series is expected to feature faster Warp charging rates alongside bigger batteries as well.
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