OnePlus is gearing up for its next big mid-range launch in India with the OnePlus Nord 5 and OnePlus Buds 4. Slated for a July 8th debut, the company has now confirmed several specifications, focusing on major upgrades in the camera department for the Nord 5 and enhanced Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) for the Buds 4. Here’s everything you need to know before the official release.

OnePlus Nord 5: Camera Specifications Revealed

The OnePlus Nord 5 will feature a 50MP Sony LYT-700 main sensor. This is the same high-end sensor seen on the flagship OnePlus 13 series, making its debut in a mid-range OnePlus device. It’s a clear upgrade over the LYT-600 sensor used in the OnePlus Nord 4.

According to OnePlus, the Nord 5 will also adopt the HDR imaging algorithm from the OnePlus 13, ensuring more realistic colors and better contrast, especially in challenging lighting conditions. The brand claims enhancements in skin tone accuracy and reduced noise in images.

Other key photography features include:

Ultra HDR with Advanced LivePhoto Technology, enabling 3-second motion photos

8MP ultra-wide camera with a 116-degree field of view

For selfies, the Nord 5 boasts a 50MP Samsung JN5 front camera with hardware-based autofocus. This is a significant upgrade over the 16MP fixed-focus selfie shooter found on the Nord 4, promising clearer selfies and better focus in group shots.

In terms of video recording, the Nord 5 will support 4K video at 60 frames per second on both the front and rear cameras. This puts it ahead of many competitors in its segment, including its predecessor which offered 4K60 only on the rear camera.

OnePlus Buds 4: Real-Time Adaptive ANC

Alongside the Nord 5, OnePlus will unveil the Buds 4 with a focus on improved noise cancellation. The earbuds feature Real-time Adaptive ANC that can suppress up to 55dB of ambient noise across a wide 5500Hz frequency range.

This enhanced ANC system operates up to 800 times per second to respond to changing noise conditions. A new Adaptive Mode dynamically adjusts the level of noise cancellation based on the surrounding environment, letting through ambient sounds deemed important for safety or awareness.

Conclusion

With high-end camera hardware trickling down from the flagship series and smarter ANC technology on board, the OnePlus Nord 5 and Buds 4 aim to elevate the mid-range user experience. The July 8th launch is expected to introduce these upgrades officially, and pricing and availability will be closely watched. Stay tuned for the full announcement and hands-on impressions.