Earlier rumours had suggested that the OnePlus 16 smartphone might not launch outside the Chinese market and a tipster is now claiming that the brand is testing software for its global and Indian variants, along with sharing three model numbers. Additionally, details about another gaming-focused device have also been tipped for the Chinese market, which may launch as OnePlus 16R.
Here’s more about the update.
OnePlus 16 – Global and Indian Variant Software Testing Tipped
As per the details shared by tipster Abhishek Yadav, OnePlus is currently testing software for the global and Indian variants of its recently China-launched OnePlus 16 flagship with model numbers ‘CPH2901’, ‘CPH2903’, and ‘CPH2905’. However, the tipster has also mentioned that a launch is not confirmed yet.
Possible OnePlus 16R – High Refresh Rate Gaming Support Tipped
Furthermore, the tipster has pointed out two other model numbers – ‘PYP110’ and ‘CPH2887’ – in a high refresh rate gaming list. Where, the ‘PYP110’ model, according to him, will come with support for a 185Hz refresh rate in games.
The tipster suggests that this could be the upcoming OnePlus 16R and claims that it is a different device from the OnePlus Ace 7 and OnePlus Ace 7 Pro. Though, the exact moniker for the Chinese market hasn’t been shared by the tipster.
Speaking more, earlier rumours had suggested that either the OnePlus Ace 7 or Ace 7 Pro could launch globally under the OnePlus 16R moniker. With the latest information pointing to a different possibility, further details are needed to establish which device will be offered as the OnePlus 16R.
For now, the reported software testing offers some hope for OnePlus fans awaiting the OnePlus 16 outside China.
Stay tuned until then.
