Overview

• OnePlus says the Sand Storm edition applies aerospace‑grade Micro‑Arc Oxidation to the metal frame and pairs it with a lightweight fiberglass back, with durability claims that remain manufacturer statements.
• Promotional images showing October 27 strongly point to a China launch on that date, with multiple outlets reporting pre‑orders have opened locally and wider availability expected to follow.
• Confirmed specs include Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 and a 165Hz LTPO‑class display with ultra‑slim 1.15mm bezels, plus a redesign featuring a square camera island and a customizable Plus Key.
• Official Weibo camera samples indicate an 85mm (≈3.7x) telephoto, and OnePlus says its new DetailMax engine will handle imaging following the end of its Hasselblad co‑branding.
• Reports continue to converge on a very large battery around 7,000–7,300 mAh with fast charging, a China‑first rollout, and India pricing guidance near ₹70,000–₹75,000 in early 2026.