OnePlus, the renowned smartphone manufacturer, is set to unveil its first foldable phone in October. However, the anticipation reached new heights as a real-life video featuring one of the Bollywood stars, Anushka Sharma, using the OnePlus foldable device emerged weeks before the official launch. This strategic marketing move capitalizes on the celebrity appeal that other smartphone brands have leveraged in the past, such as Anushka Sharma’s partner, Virat Kohli, who endorsed iQOO and Vivo phones prior to their respective launches.
In an unexpected turn of events, Anushka Sharma was caught on camera using the much-anticipated OnePlus foldable phone while inside a car leaving a parking area. Paparazzi swarmed the vehicle, attempting to capture photos of the Bollywood sensation. To the surprise of many, Sharma had the OnePlus foldable device in her hand, instantly igniting speculation and excitement in the tech community. The OnePlus Open in Anushka Sharma looks identical to the images Smartrpix exclusively shared a couple of months ago.
The video capturing this unexpected moment can be viewed on the Instagram account of Viral Bhayani, a B-town paparazzo. While the video suggests a casual encounter with the device, some intriguing details have led tech enthusiasts to question whether this could be a staged promotional stunt orchestrated by OnePlus.
In the video, Anushka Sharma appears to struggle with the operation of the foldable device. Notably, she opens the device in an unconventional manner, and the phone does not seem to be powered on during the brief interaction. Some industry experts speculate that this apparent lack of familiarity with the device might be part of a deliberate strategy by OnePlus to create buzz and intrigue surrounding the OnePlus foldable phone’s impending launch.
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Despite the uncertainties surrounding the video’s authenticity, observers noted that the device’s design aligns closely with previously leaked images. The OnePlus foldable phone features a substantial circular camera bump on the rear, setting it apart from the design of Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold series. This resemblance to OPPO’s foldable designs may not come as a surprise since OPPO and OnePlus are closely affiliated, operating under the same corporate umbrella.
While OnePlus has not officially confirmed any details regarding the foldable phone, rumors circulating within the tech community suggest that the device, possibly named the “OnePlus Open,” is expected to make its debut on October 19. The buzz generated by Anushka Sharma’s surprise appearance with the OnePlus foldable phone only adds to the excitement and anticipation surrounding this forthcoming device.
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