As I approached my desk where the new OnePlus Open‘s Apex Edition lay, the thought that immediately crossed my mind was, “Wow, it really pops out.” Although this wasn’t my first impression of the phone, the spontaneous sensation I felt was undeniably authentic, hinting at OnePlus’ aim to turn heads and captivate eyes with this phone.
The OnePlus Open stands out as one of the top choices for foldables in the U.S., alongside the Samsung Galaxy Fold. It boasts superior ergonomics, Hasselblad cameras, and faster wired charging compared to other sideways-opening foldables in the market. The design of the OnePlus Open is distinctive, characterized by faux leather and a large, round camera module.
With the recent launch of the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and the upcoming Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold, consumers now have more options to choose from than they did when the Open was initially released. OnePlus has introduced the Apex Edition to offer another standout option that caters to the preferences of buyers in a saturated market.
New Skin for an Old Spirit
The latest offering from OnePlus comes in the form of a special edition, the Apex Edition of the OnePlus Open. Cloaked in a deep red color officially named “Crimson Shadow,” the phone exudes elegance, luxury, and power. Inspired by good fortune and happiness symbolized by red in China, the color of the Apex Edition radiates passion and strength, akin to the richness of red wine.
While the phone remains nearly identical to its predecessor in terms of design, subtle changes in the Apex Edition, such as the color scheme and enhancements to the camera module, set it apart from the previous version.
A Head-Turning Color
The back of the OnePlus Open Apex Edition features a distinctive faux leather material and a chrome insert that visually separates the logo. The phone also comes with a matching two-part case in the same Crimson Shadow red color, reminiscent of a collectors’ edition of a Hasselblad camera.
Accompanied by features like the VIP mode and upgraded storage capacity, the OnePlus Open Apex Edition offers a refined and secure user experience, making it a compelling option in the foldable phone market.
