OnePlus Nord 2 Makes its Grand Entrance in Singapore – With a Few Surprises
After a tasty teaser that left fans buzzing, the OnePlus Nord 2 is finally on sale in Singapore. We’re thrilled to be among the first corners of the island to snag this fresh entry‑level crowd‑pleaser.
What’s the Nord Series About?
The Nord line is OnePlus’ answer to budget‑to‑mid‑range smartphones. Think of it as the “good‑budget, good‑future” line. The Nord 2 is the natural successor to the original Nord, keeping many familiar charms while stepping up the game.
Display That Loves Your Eyes (and 90Hz Refresh)
- A 6.43‑inch fluid AMOLED displays a crisp 2,400×1,080 (FHD+) resolution.
- It returns to 90 Hz refresh rate – smooth scrolling for the win.
- New tricks: Colour Boost fills out colors, while AI Resolution Boost ups the pixel drama when you launch your favorite app.
OxygenOS 11.3 – Android 11 with a Dash of Zen
The familiar OxygenOS 11.3, built on Android 11, gets a twinge of polish:
- Dark Mode for those late‑night browsing sessions.
- Zen Mode to keep notifications from bombarding your brain.
- Single‑hand operation gum‑stopper for reaching the far edges.
- Various Always‑On Display (AOD) options.
Brain Behind the Brawn – MediaTek Dimensity 1200
Powering everything is the MediaTek Dimensity 1200, the heavyweight champ of MediaTek’s lineup. Built on a neat 6 nm process, it handles:
- 5G connectivity – catch the lightning-fast speed.
- Rounding out the phone’s performance for heavy apps and smooth gaming.
Camera Companions – Triple Shooter Ready for Anything
- 50 MP Main Camera – the Sony IMX766 with a 1.0 µm pixel, f/1.88 aperture, and Optical Image Stabilization.
- 8 MP Ultra‑Wide – Sony IMX355 with a 119.7° field of view, f/2.25 aperture, and Electronic Image Stabilization.
- 2 MP Mono Lens – GalaxyCore GC02M1B with f/2.5 aperture.
Highlights:
- The main shooter lets in 56 % more light compared to the original Nord.
- Nightscape Ultra mode lets you shoot in 1‑lux conditions—night? No problem.
- AI Photo Enhancement applies automatic tweaks for 22 different shooting scenarios.
Battery, Charging, and Some Unanswered Questions
- 4,500 mAh battery paired with 65 W fast‑charging.
- No wireless charging, but still nearly instant juice.
- Includes NFC, Type‑C USB 2.0, and an in‑display fingerprint sensor.
- Sturdy stereo speakers deliver a punchy audio experience.
- Dual 5G SIM slots for ultimate connectivity.
Some information remains hidden: does it carry an IP rating for water resistance? Is there a MicroSD slot for expandable storage? We’ll keep an eye on those details.
Choose Your Style – Two Configurations Await
- Gray Sierra – 8 GB RAM / 128 GB storage – $599.
- Blue Haze – 12 GB RAM / 256 GB storage – $799.
Available via Shopee with a 24‑month local warranty from the supplier—insurance against future surprises.
