OnePlus is gearing up to launch its first clamshell foldable, the OnePlus V Flip, with a highly anticipated release slated for Q2 2025, according to reliable tipster Digital Chat Station. This marks a significant milestone for OnePlus as it enters the foldable phone market with a device that is expected to rival other popular foldables, such as the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip. The OnePlus V Flip is expected to be the brand’s second foldable device following the launch of the OnePlus Open, which made waves in the foldable category earlier this year.
OnePlus V Flip: Rebranded Oppo Find N5 Flip?
There have been rumors suggesting that the OnePlus V Flip could be a rebranded Oppo Find N5 Flip, but reports also indicate that the Find N5 Flip has been canceled. This leaves the OnePlus V Flip’s final design and specs in the air, making its launch even more intriguing for tech enthusiasts. Although Oppo has faced speculation about possibly pulling out of the foldable market, it remains to be seen how these changes will impact OnePlus’s approach to the foldable segment.
Compact Flagship and Ace Lineup: What’s Next for OnePlus?
In addition to its foldable ambitions, OnePlus is reportedly working on a compact flagship phone for Q2 2025. This device is expected to make its debut alongside the OnePlus V Flip and could bring significant innovations in the smartphone industry. While details about the phone’s name and specific features are scarce, it’s believed that this compact phone could either fall under OnePlus’s numbered series or the Ace lineup.
Interestingly, Oppo, OnePlus’s sibling brand, is working on a Find X8 Mini, which is expected to launch in early 2025. If both brands release compact devices around the same time, OnePlus may opt for a differentiated approach in China, possibly introducing the phone as an Ace-series device, while a Nord-branded phone may be released globally.
Oppo’s Impact on OnePlus Launches
Given that Oppo is expected to release the Find X8 Mini alongside the Find X8 Ultra, OnePlus’s release of its compact flagship phone may be strategically timed to avoid overlap in the Chinese market. Speculation suggests that the compact flagship could feature the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, making it a powerful option for those seeking high-end performance in a compact form.
Global and China Market Focus
While the compact flagship and OnePlus V Flip foldable phone are expected to launch globally in Q2 2025, OnePlus may make strategic decisions regarding the timing of their releases in China to prevent market overlap with Oppo’s upcoming devices.
With a launch timeframe for April-June 2025, OnePlus fans will need to stay tuned for more updates and leaks regarding the specs, features, and pricing of both the OnePlus V Flip and its compact flagship phone. If rumors prove true, OnePlus’s expansion into the foldable market and compact smartphone segment could redefine its position in the competitive smartphone industry.
