First promotional image of long rumoured OnePlus 5 has surfaced online revealing key design elements ahead of its summer launch.
A Chinese user (via Weibo) has released a familiar-looking OnePlus-themed crimson red-hued promotional photo, which shows OnePlus 5 sporting a horizontally aligned dual-camera module on its back similar to Apple iPhone 7 Plus, leaving many puzzled.This is in stark contrast to previous rumours and the leaked raw images of OnePlus 5, which suggested, it would come with vertically aligned camera setup on the back.
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However, rest of the physical features including front-panel design of the OnePlus 5 are in line with the past reports. It features single camera on top with a speaker in the middle and a physical home button, which also doubles up as the finger print sensor.
On the right, there is alert slider, whereas on the left, the device dons volume rockers and the power button. Down at the base, it features two single grille speakers with Type-C USB port in the middle.
OnePlus 5: Most expected specifications and price details
It is said to sport a 5.5-inch QHD ( 2K: 2560x1440p) display, four times resolution as seen in its predecessor.
Under the hood, it is expected to come with Qualcomm's most powerful processor yet, Snapdragon 835 octa-core paired with 6GB/8GB RAM, 128GB/256GB storage, and a 3,600mAh battery with Dash Charge 2.0.
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As far as camera hardware is concerned, it is said to house a 12MP dual snapper with RGB and Monochrome lenses and an 8MP front shooter.
Word on the street is that OnePlus 5 will cost around $449 (approx. €408/ Rs. 28,878).
Watch this space for latest updates on OnePlus 5.
