OnePlus 15 FCC Approved: Preorders Now Open
▼ Summary
– The OnePlus 15 smartphone is now available for preorder in the US after receiving FCC clearance.
– The phone’s US launch was delayed by a month due to the government shutdown, which halted FCC certification.
– Preorders are currently exclusive to the OnePlus website, with future availability planned for Amazon and Best Buy.
– The base model costs $900 and offers 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage in a black color.
– A $1,000 upgraded model provides 16GB of RAM, 512GB of storage, and additional color options like Ultraviolet and Sand Storm.
The highly anticipated OnePlus 15 is now officially available for preorder in the United States, following its recent certification by the Federal Communications Commission. This crucial regulatory approval clears the final hurdle for the flagship smartphone to begin sales. While preorders are currently exclusive to the official OnePlus storefront, the company has confirmed the device will also be available through major retailers like Amazon and Best Buy in the near future.
This launch follows the phone’s earlier debut in China and comes after a significant delay. The device was originally slated for a US release approximately one month ago. That timeline was disrupted by the extended federal government shutdown, which was the longest on record. During this funding lapse, the FCC’s operations were largely suspended, halting its ability to certify new wireless products. Without this essential FCC clearance, OnePlus could not proceed with sales, which is why the company could not provide a concrete release date when it formally announced the US version in early November.
Customers eager to secure the new model can now visit the OnePlus website to place their orders. The starting price for the base configuration is $900, which provides 12GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage. This entry-level variant is offered exclusively in a black finish. For those seeking the more distinctive Ultraviolet or Sand Storm color options, which feature a unique micro-arc oxidation finish, an upgrade to the higher-tier model is required. That version is priced at $1,000 and increases the specifications to 16GB of RAM and 512GB of storage.
(Source: Ars Technica)
