OnePlus 2 Release: What We Know So Far

OnePlus 2 Design

Rumor has it the new OnePlus 2 will come with the same 5.5-inch screen, but actually be smaller than the original. Meaning they've kept the same screen size but slimmed down the design and bezels to offer a smaller device.

And looking at the image above, which leaked yesterday, that leak looks to be spot on. The new OnePlus 2 will ditch the plastic design and have a more premium look and feel with aluminum edges, a sandstone finish, and possible come with lots of customization. That was expected last year, but had to be pushed to this release due to manufacturing issues.

Original rumors suggested they'll deliver Sandstone finishes, wood backs and other materials, and a fingerprint scanner on back. However, the newly leaked image above puts all those rumors to rest.

The OnePlus 2 will look like a mix between the original OnePlus One, and the Galaxy S6. They've addeda big physical home button that likely houses the fingerprint scanner, and instead of on-screen keys the back and recent apps buttons will be on either side of the fingerprint scanner and home button. This, along with the then bezels, allows for the same 5.5-inch screen in a smaller form factor. Looks great right?

This leaked photo shuts down the rumor of dual front facing speakers, as it doesn't appear to have any, but we do see what looks to be a dedicated camera button, which is a nice addition. Again, this could be some sort of fake, but it came from official sources. We'll know everything soon enough.