The Vergecast OnePlus' CEO Pete Lau doesn't think folding phones are good enough
Jan 14, 2020
Pete Lau, CEO of OnePlus, makes his podcast debut, offering fresh insights into innovative smartphone technology. He discusses the game-changing OnePlus concept phone featuring a disappearing camera and shares his skepticism about the practicality of folding phones. Lau emphasizes the significance of 5G transitions and outlines his strategy for navigating market trends while maintaining product quality. The conversation touches on managing a global brand and balancing design with functionality, showcasing Lau's vision for the future of smartphones.
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McLaren Partnership
- OnePlus partnered with McLaren for the Concept One phone, drawing inspiration from McLaren's 720S sunroof.
- This collaboration led to the electrochromic glass technology used to hide the phone's cameras.
Foldable Phones Not Ready
- Pete Lau believes current foldable phone technology isn't good enough due to the large, unclean fold and screen creasing.
- He'll only consider it when the fold is crisp and doesn't impact the screen.
Camera Technology
- Pete Lau doesn't believe more cameras automatically mean better image quality.
- He emphasizes the importance of improving core camera technology and software algorithms.