We got a bit of pushback from some quarters after our less-than-favorable review of the OnePlus 15 last year, and that’s fair enough. Everyone’s entitled to their opinions, and we’re always happy to hear contrasting views. But one thing I can assure you of is that we’ve got no agenda against the OEM — quite the opposite. Not only was the OnePlus 13 our 2025 Editor’s Choice Phone of the Year, but several members of the Android Authority crew are big fans personally. I’m one of them, having used OnePlus devices as my daily driver for much of the last decade. So the rumors of it shutting down global operations will be sad if true, but nothing is confirmed yet. We’re not a prediction market here, but as I said, we always want to hear your views, which is why we polled our readers on whether you think OnePlus will cease operations this year. The results are now in.
My colleague Joe Maring was equally keen on what OnePlus has done in the Android phone market, and we placed the reader poll in his recent article about his love for the brand. In it, Joe looks back at how OnePlus built its name by delivering flagship-level specs at lower prices, giving it a clear identity in the Android space. He also pointed out that things have felt less distinct in recent years, with closer ties to OPPO, shifting priorities, and tougher competition. He has no more insight into a potential shutdown than the news you’ve read from us and other outlets, but he questions whether OnePlus can keep its footing long term in the current smartphone landscape in any event.
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