OnePlus enthusiasts, mark your calendars for September 25, 2023! OnePlus has officially announced the launch date for OxygenOS 14, which is based on Android 14, promising to deliver an exceptional user experience.
OnePlus has always aimed to provide a fast and smooth experience for its users. This time, they’re introducing the “Trinity Engine,” a unique performance platform. Comprising six innovative technologies—CPU Vitalization, RAM Vitalization, ROM Vitalization, HyperBoost, HyperTouch, and HyperRendering—the Trinity Engine is designed to optimize power consumption, multitasking, and overall performance. It’s a significant step towards achieving a smoother and more enduring experience, particularly during multitasking or intensive gaming.
Before the stable release, OnePlus is initiating public testing for Android 14 on devices like the OnePlus 11, OnePlus 11R, and OnePlus Nord 3. An Open Beta program for OxygenOS 14 will follow soon. Notably, Google’s Pixel phones and select Samsung Galaxy phones are also gearing up for Android 14 updates, emphasizing the widespread anticipation for this Android iteration.
While detailed changes in OxygenOS 14 are yet to be revealed, OnePlus is focusing on achieving high performance with energy efficiency. RAM Vitalization aims to optimize memory resources for smooth multitasking, while HyperRendering enhances visual experiences.
OnePlus is turning heads once again with its new flagship OnePlus 11. The OnePlus 11 seems to mark a turning point for the company – one that leads them back to their roots; creating smartphones that show the competition what listening to their user base and optimising features that are requested by them.
The OnePlus 11 comes with the latest Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 which brings performance improvements over the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. It’s also adopting a new fabrication process which increases power efficiency. The OnePlus 11 runs cooler than its predecessor with an improved heat dissipation system. The processor is supported by up to 16GB of RAM and 512GB of internal storage. Like most Android devices nowadays, the smartphone doesn’t support microSD expansion.
On the display front, the OnePlus 11 is equipped with a Fluid AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate. The 6.7-inch QHD+ screen comes complete with Corning Gorilla Glass Victus. The 11 runs on OxygenOS 13 which brings the latest features of Android 14 with OnePlus’ unique spin on it.
OnePlus’ partnership with Hasselblad continues with the OnePlus 11. The smartphone comes with triple sensor setup for the main camera. This setup consists of a 50-megapixel, f/1.8, 24mm (wide) sensor complemented by a 32-megapixel, f/2.0, 48mm (telephoto) sensor and a 48-megapixel, f/2.2 (ultrawide) sesor with a 115˚ field of view. The camera comes with Hasselblad colour calibration and special portrait profiles that have been optimised by Hasselblad. On the front is a 16-megapixel, f/2.5, 25mm (wide) sensor.
The OnePlus 11 is powered by a 5,000mAh battery. It has compatibility with WiFi 6 and WiFi 7 which will be rolled out through an OTA update. It is also equipped with Bluetooth 5.3, Near Field Communication (NFC) and has support for Qualcomm’s aptX HD audio codec.
Pricing & Availability
The OnePlus 11 will be available in Malaysia in two colours Eternal Green and Titan Black. For now, the Eternal Green will be exculsive to the 16GB + 256GB version which will retail for MYR3.599. The Titan Black version will be retailing for MYR3,299 with the 8GB + 128GB configuration.
Pre-orders kicked off on 16 February 2023 at 10am and will continue until 24 February 2023. During the pre-order period, purchases of the OnePlus 11 will be entitled to a free OnePlus Buds Pro 2, a free OnePlus 11 5G Bumper case in Sandstone, Free 1 year extended warranty, free 1 year screen protection, a Jackson Wang Postcard and a chance to participate in a lucky draw.
The smartphone will be available starting on 25th February. From 25th February 2023 until the 3rd of March, purchases of the OnePlus 11 5G will come with a freeOnePlus 11 5G Bumper case in Sandstone, Free 1 year extended warranty, free 1 year screen protection, a Jackson Wang Postcard and a chance to participate in a lucky draw. Together with this, early adopters will be able to get the OnePlus Buds Pro 2 at an MYR200 purchase with purchase (PWP) discount.
