OnePlus 15 Arrives With High-End Hardware but U.S. Release Halted
The latest flagship from OnePlus has officially been introduced to North America, bringing a powerful mix of cutting-edge hardware, advanced cameras, and one of the largest batteries currently offered in a mainstream smartphone. However, the rollout in the United States has been put on hold due to delays caused by the recent government shutdown. According to an official statement issued by Spenser Blank, Head of Marketing & Communications for OnePlus North America, the Federal Communications Commission must certify devices before they can enter the U.S. market, and that process has been disrupted. Blank explained,
“As is the case with every smartphone manufacturer, the United States’ Federal Communications Commission certifies OnePlus devices before they are sold in the U.S. As a result of the government shutdown, device certifications have been delayed. Subsequently, U.S. sales for the OnePlus 15 will be postponed until they have been secured. The OnePlus 15 has already finished all the required tests from the FCC’s recognized labs and the certification application has been formally submitted. We are hopeful that approvals can be generated quickly and as a result, we can bring the OnePlus 15 to our customers in the U.S. expeditiously.”
He added that anyone interested in purchasing the device can visit the official website to submit contact information for notifications once sales resume. Blank confirmed that the device will still launch in Canada on November 13 as planned, with availability through the brand’s Canadian site.
Until certification clears, U.S. buyers can sign up through OnePlus directly or through retailers such as Amazon and Best Buy to be notified when stock becomes available. Pricing is currently listed at $899.99 for the 12GB/256GB configuration and $999.99 for the 16GB/512GB version, though OnePlus cautions that these figures may fluctuate depending on market conditions and the timing of the final release.
