Android Faithful The OnePlus 15's Screaming Camera
Nov 12, 2025
Dive into the intriguing design of the OnePlus 15 with its quirky 'screaming' camera bump. Compare the Nubia Z80 Ultra's impressive 35mm lens to the Pixel 10 Pro, revealing striking differences in photo outputs. Discover the surprising twists in the Google vs. Epic legal saga and its implications for sideloading. Plus, the November Pixel Drop introduces exciting new features while launcher updates cater to diverse user needs, including a new option for seniors. And don't miss the latest advancements in Google Maps and Android Auto!
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OnePlus 15 Launch Is Photo-First
- OnePlus 15 specs and embargo limits mean early impressions focus on hardware photos and camera samples.
- Full user experience commentary is delayed until reviewers can break embargo and test performance and battery.
Nubia Z80 Ultra Leans Into Optics
- The Nubia Z80 Ultra emphasizes a 35mm main lens to produce a distinct, retro street-camera aesthetic.
- That optical approach yields stronger natural bokeh and different color/brightness choices versus computational-heavy phones.
Hands-On Nubia Photo Comparison
- Ron photographed his dog and indoor/outdoor scenes to compare Nubia and Pixel results side-by-side.
- He found Nubia produced brighter interior detail and classic photographic character unlike Pixel's toned-down output.