It looks like the Pixel 9 Pro Fold may have a new rival in town

Ready to be wowed by the latest in foldable phones? While the Vivo X Fold 3 Pro came close, it looks like the Pixel 9 Pro Fold may have a new rival in town — the OnePlus Open 2, set to swoop in early 2025. If rumors are anything to go by, this next-gen foldable could break records, turn heads, and still have room to spare in your pocket.

According to juicy leaks, the OnePlus Open 2 (a rebranded OPPO Find N5) is shaping up to be record-breakingly thin. The 9.2mm Honor Magic V3 was already making waves as the slimmest foldable, but the Open 2 could shave even more off that figure, likely hitting the 9.xmm range. For context, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold — which was already impressing with its sleek design — comes in at 10.5mm. Looks like it’s time for Pixel to scoot over on the thinnest-foldable throne.

But thin doesn’t mean weak. The OnePlus Open 2 is expected to pack a punch with a Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 processor, boasting cutting-edge performance. And let’s not forget the massive 6,000mAh battery it plans to squeeze into its supermodel-thin frame. That’s some serious engineering magic, especially when you think of the 4,650mAh unit in the Pixel 9 Pro Fold and 4,400mAh in the Galaxy Z Fold 6. The latter is way much thicker at 12.1mm when closed.

If the whispers are true, OnePlus is upping its design game big time. Not only will the Open 2 be thinner, but it’s also shedding weight for an even more portable device. The OG Open weighs in at 239g for the Voyager Black and 245g for Emerald Dusk variant. The expected water-resistant build adds another layer of durability — taking it a step above the splash-resistant IPX4 rating of its predecessor.

Expect an “ultra-flat” folding screen, perfect for a seamless display experience. And here’s a fan-favorite feature that could make a comeback: the alert slider — OnePlus’ signature control for quickly switching between silent, vibrate, and ring modes. Seems like the Open 2 will be all about keeping things sleek and functional.

Photography buffs, you’ll be excited to hear the Open 2’s rumored 50MP main camera paired with a periscope lens for some serious zoom. So whether you’re snapping sunset landscapes or zooming in on those far-away concert shots, you’re covered. Oh, and did we mention the 2K folding screen? That’s 2025’s way of saying “your eyes are in for a treat.”

The Pixel 9 Pro Fold may have won the battle of thin foldables for now, but with the OnePlus Open 2 on the horizon, it’s about to face some stiff competition. Both devices are pushing boundaries — whether it’s in terms of thickness, camera prowess, or battery capacity. However, the real winner here is the user. With such innovation on the table, we’re entering an era where foldables are not just cool — they’re powerhouse devices that don’t compromise on performance or design.

So, what does this mean for you? Whether you’re team Pixel or leaning towards the OnePlus camp, 2025 is shaping up to be a foldable tech fiesta, and we can’t wait to see who steals the show.