I can’t envision encapsulating the spirit of Fall more vividly than these images do. Last week, an unremarkable cardboard box arrived at my doorstep containing a signature red box inside. It signified the early arrival of the OnePlus 15, a few months ahead of my initial expectations, but OnePlus is moving forward with an elegant new flagship phone design and an array of new camera innovations.
This is the first flagship OnePlus device in several years to let go of the Hasselblad branding in favor of the company’s new in-house DetailMax Engine. If I had to voice any one grievance regarding the OnePlus 13’s camera since my review earlier this year, it’s that the Hasselblad processing can occasionally be overly aggressive with contrast, often muting vibrant colors more than I prefer.
Up to now, the new DetailMax Engine appears to address both of these concerns, providing a more lifelike image that reflects what my eyes observed, rather than what the camera software presumed might look better. The weather has been quite dismal in my region this weekend, but I managed to trek to the mountains at the end of last week during a clear, serene morning and capture Fall in a manner that felt genuine.
I ensured to maintain the watermark on each photo so you can gauge the zoom level and other vital photo statistics, which is particularly crucial if you wish to assess what the phone can genuinely achieve.
OnePlus’s CEO, Pete Lau, previously stated that the new DetailMax Engine can “capture and interpret vastly more data, delivering images with unmatched depth and realism,” guaranteeing that photos never undergo “over-beautification or distortion.” Based on my experiences with the phone so far, this seems to absolutely reflect my impressions.
At present, I’m only able to present a few snapshots from my experiences with the device but intend to feature a complete review of its camera capabilities in the weeks ahead. OnePlus is speculated to unveil the phone at a reduced price and earlier than anticipated. Rumors suggest a global launch might occur as soon as November 13, two full months prior to the anniversary of the OnePlus 13’s global launch.
