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OnePlus exec says the OnePlus 15 is coming next month to global markets but leaves out key details. The OnePlus 15 is coming to the US, UK, and Europe on November 13, according to OnePlus Europe's CMO Celina Shi. The exec answered many burning questions about the new device, which was unveiled in China on October 28, in an interview with technology website TechRadar. OnePlus reveals why it skipped the OnePlus 14 The OnePlus 15 is the successor to the OnePlus 13, but the company says it didn't skip the number because it's considered unlucky in Chinese culture. Instead, the device represents a two-generational leap in performance, intelligence, and design, which is why OnePlus skipped ahead to number 15. Celina Shi, OnePlus Europe's CMO, October 2025 This is among the first smartphones in the world to feature the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset. On top of that, it's also among the first handsets in the world to come with the faster 10,667Mbps LPDDR5X Ultra+ RAM, though the new tech is exclusive to the 16GB model. Receive the latest Android news By subscribing you agree to our terms and conditions and privacy policy. The OnePlus 15 is also emblematic of the company's new Artificial Intelligence approach, which puts AI at the center of the smartphone experience. The Plus Key, which first appeared on the OnePlus 13s in June, has also replaced the Alert Slider on the OnePlus 15. This AI-driven customizable key allows quick access to frequently used functions such as screenshots, and camera. The OnePlus 15 is also the first phone to ship with OxygenOS 16, the new version of OnePlus's smartphone user interface. It combines AI capabilities with a user-centric experience to allow users to get more done easily. OxygenOS 16 also brings an updated version of Mind Space, the company's AI locker, to which you can save your content to be analyzed by AI. Mind Space now works with Google's Gemini to let it take actions based on your locker contents. In addition to storing on-screen content, OnePlus says that Plus Mind also acts as a context-aware second brain of sorts. Recommended Stories Although the OnePlus 15 hasn't upped the megapixel count, it comes with the company's in-house DetailMaxEngine imaging system to ensure pictures look clear and "truly real." The photo processing system combines several 12MP pictures and one 50MP image to produce a manageable 26MP photo. Compared to the OnePlus 13, which was only capable of 6fps images, the OnePlus 15 can shoot at 10fps. This is combined with the dual-exposure anti-blur technology to output accurate photos of fast-moving subjects. Low-light photos have also improved, thanks to Clear Night Engine, which captures multiple brightness levels simultaneously to produce more natural-looking low-light shots. OnePlus 15's design has been overhauled to emphasize its superiority over the OnePlus 13. It comes in three distinctive color finishes – Infinite Black, Sand Storm, and Ultra Violet – each catering to a different set of audiences. Shi stopped short of revealing whether the global version of the OnePlus 15 will also have a 165Hz display like its Chinese counterpart, only revealing that refresh rates and screen quality are key parts of its new philosophy. Without its gigantic battery and an affordable price tag, the OnePlus 15 will struggle in international markets One of the biggest draws of the Chinese OnePlus 15 is its 7,300mAh battery, but that silicon-carbon (Si/C) battery is unlikely to be carried over to the global model because this battery tech is yet to find a footing in the US. Similarly, while the phone costs nearly $563 in China, it is unlikely to be priced below $899 in the US, which is the starting price for the OnePlus 13. On top of that, the OnePlus 15 apparently comes with smaller camera sensors. This doesn't just explain the excessive focus on DetailMaxEngine, but also why the device is being pitched as a gaming-friendly phone. Add to that the fact that the phone may not even have a 165Hz screen in the US, and it almost starts to sound like a tough sell in the US. It may have a niche audience, but it looks like the global version will have nothing on the Chinese variant. Buy 3 Months, Get 3 Free Visible+ Pro – up to $135 savings on Verizon’s fastest 5G We may earn a commission if you make a purchase Check Out The Offer Follow us on Google News Recommended Stories FCC OKs Cingular\'s purchase of AT&T Wireless
