Revolutionary OnePlus 13 Unveils Micro-Curve Display and Eco-Friendly Vegan Leather Design
OnePlus 13: Flat Display, Vegan Leather, and a Focus on Design
Ahead of its launch in January, OnePlus has revealed more details about the hardware of the OnePlus 13, including a new type of vegan leather and a flat display that’s not entirely flat.
OnePlus’ head of Industrial Design, Ryan Ruan, discussed the design decisions behind the new phone in an interview with Android Central. Ruan emphasized the company’s focus on creating a phone that feels great in the hand, with flat edges and a seamless transition between the backplate and front glass.
Microfiber Vegan Leather
The OnePlus 13 comes with a variety of finishes, including a unique "Microfiber Vegan Leather" option on the "Midnight Blue" color. This new material is designed to offer a natural leather-like grip without compromising on style or sustainability. It’s supposed to feel softer than traditional vegan leathers, while remaining durable and unaffected by wireless charging speeds.
Flat Display with a Micro-Curve
The display on the OnePlus 13 is indeed flat, but it’s not as flat as what you’d find on competing devices. Instead, there’s a subtle micro-curve around all four sides, which provides better hand feel and makes the device more durable through improved drop resistance. This glass isn’t Gorilla Glass, but rather a custom "Ceramic Guard" that’s reinforced with nano crystalline. OnePlus claims it’s twice as drop resistant as other options.
Additional Features
Other notable features include a 50/50 weight distribution, allowing the phone to balance perfectly in your hand. It also features both IP68 and IP69 ratings for dust and water resistance, as well as a large 6,000 mAh silicon battery.
The OnePlus 13 is set to launch globally on January 7.
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