OnePlus 6 Review: The New Nexus

[@DavidImel]

Hey guys! I went with a much more narrative approach with this video since I felt really strongly about the concept. If you're looking for some spec-heavy technical breakdown we've got a great article over here! : www.androidauthority.com/oneplus-6-review-864739/ Let me know if you have any questions!

[@isaac297]

David Imel I enjoyed that T part

[@DavidImel]

Iknw Rom 😉

[@LiranBarsisa]

I can't consider this the new Nexus. Reasons: 1. Too pricey. 2. Didn't get the Android P DP1. Also, really hate the notch and the rounded corners. Why no standard screen which can show entire content... They could at least do it at the bottom.

[@iustinianconstantinescu5498]

Liran Barsisa It didn't get Android p dp1 because dp2 was available at launch.

[@reigns1597]

U Missed to add a special mention to the use of *alert slider*

[@apoorvgauravsingh982]

I don't understand why few people are whining about this phone. This phone got superb specs at decent price. What else do you want at that price ? A spaceship ?

[@ishyj398]

Apoorv gaurav singh I would like a spaceship 👀

[@HARIKRISHNAN-uj4qj]

MICOLE WHYTE not even 6 months. OP6 will be on top till the pixel3 comes out..

[@imOJOmran]

No dual speakers

[@YM-vu7zd]

Apoorv gaurav singh that’s what I want to say 👍

[@OscarRobbing]

Because you can get an S9 for the same price (due to deals and such which have occurred since the S9 released), and the S9 is better in every single way except software (unless you like Samsung Experience)

[@darthgzuz]

6T = Wireless Charging @ $560

[@zahirulalamlaskar]

Babar Asghar I was going to comment that, you beat me to it lol.

[@iustinianconstantinescu5498]

Babar Asghar And stereo speakers. OnePlus 7=$650( I'm comparing it to the Nexus 6)

[@PunkPiggie]

Add water resistant for another $50😂

[@michaelll1290]

Had Wireless charging in my old Samsung Galaxy s6 ..used it only one time to try it ..dont see any reason why ...

[@mikethomas6633]

michael johansson Agree! Never saw the need for "wireless" charging. The wireless charger has a wire to plug into the electrical outlet does it not? Might as well just plug in your phone. Also doesn't need water resistance. I've never gone swimming or taken a shower with my phone. I'd rather see phones keep the headphone jack, which it has, and a larger battery.

[@max03tube]

I like your review, it has a personality and not just someone reading off the script like a monotone robot

[@DavidImel]

Thanks Kevin!

[@dannywinget]

Killing it dude!

[@DavidImel]

Danny Winget Thanks Danny! 😅

[@hamanoomcd2289]

Felt like im watching the verge

[@rohan__1111]

Hamanoo McD me too

[@smashbro5]

Canadian pricing: Galaxy S9+ = $1180, OP6 = $699 (base). So the OP6 is 40% cheaper than the S9+. However, $699 is still rather expensive and the midrange is so good these days that I think a lot of people will look elsewhere. And certainly if there's a T model coming, that gap will shrink further.

[@JoseOrtiz-oq1lx]

smashbro5 you can't use the galaxy S9+ model and use the base model for OP6, you have to use the S9 and the base model for the OP6. If you're going to do a comparison then do it right

[@smashbro5]

Jose Ortiz I wanted to point out the maximum price difference. But if you're that upset, it's 32% cheaper than an S9. Happy?

[@williamhart4896]

700 CAN at base thanks bro

[@smashbro5]

William Hart no need to thank me, it's on their website lol

[@Vilfy]

Actually the 1+6 being compared to the S9+ is correct.

[@BrandonHavard]

Looking good, fam! 👏👏

[@DavidImel]

Brandon Havard Thanks Brandon! Thank you for the music suggestion 🤙

[@benjaminaguilar34]

Why cant OEMs understand that there are millions of users who want just a small phone, Sony stands out on this regard with it's XZ2 compact

[@vivs005]

I used to like small phones. But now I'm used to 5" phones. No bigger, no smaller.

[@darthdarthbinkss]

Yeah I actually like that phone, but unfortunately Sony likes to make their phones so overpriced it's not even funny. Plastic on a $650 phone is unacceptable, but at least everything else is great

[@benjaminaguilar34]

Billybob Schneider yeah I too agree on that

[@kingh2310]

The regular S9 and iPhone X are a great size. Easily use them in one hand even with a case on

[@JacobKuba]

Get the Xiaomi mi6

[@LoverOfTech]

I already love this review before finishing watching it. I said this in livestreams that Oneplus has nicely taken the place of the Nexus phones of old

[@TheMrMobile]

2:19 "And remember: if it doesn't say Micro Machines, it's not the real thing."

[@AlessandroCarpentiero]

My Nexus 6P cpu fried 2 months ago. I’m holding up with the older Nexus 5, and just ordered the OP6! Completely agree on your points, well said and filmed 👍🏻

[@c2thaj2tha71]

Alessandro Carpentiero My daily driver is the Nexus 6P and I need an upgrade now. OnePlus 6 here I come!

[@AlessandroCarpentiero]

C2tha J2tha I'm loving mine since day one 😊✨

[@c2thaj2tha71]

Oooohh! Whats it like? Is it really as amazing as it looks? How does it feel in-hand? Please tell me EVERYTHING!!

[@AlessandroCarpentiero]

C2tha J2tha yes I'm really glad about my choice :) the only downside is the speaker, which is just mediocre (powerful but mono and a bit cracky when loud) whilst the N6P ones were MUCH better. As for the rest there's no looking back; it's incredibly fast (like sooooo fast), very stable and I've ended up liking the notch :) Battery life is also very good 😊

[@c2thaj2tha71]

Alessandro Carpentiero Yeah the notch is one of those things that I notice, I'd prefer not to have, but it doesn't bother me THAT much. The OnePlus 6 notch is small and doesn't get in your way 😌 I bet its lightning fast and envy that SOT. Sounds sooo amazing!! 😭 Meanwhile I'm stuck with a phone that's got poor RAM management, very bad battery life, and very bad build quality. 💀 Speed wise...it's still respondsive (thank you stock Android) but it's not 'fast', the camera still takes impressive photos, but I'm having some speaker issues sadly. Every 6 seconds or so the volume will decrease 🔉 then return to normal. This happens when using Bluetooth too 😣

[@victorzeet]

Watching this on my Nexus 6P. Without a doubt, my next phone is the One Plus 6.

[@leonardeilander5257]

Victor Morilla same!

[@lerntnieaus]

Victor Morilla also watching on my 6P but I am pretty sure I'll get a Pixel next

[@MRTIJUANAPS3]

same here bro, i own a nexus 6p which i love, but i feel like its time to get a oneplus6

[@junayddarr6836]

Saaaame. Been using my 6p for 2years+. Going to update to the one plus 6 most likely, although the camera is a bit of a turn off

[@pwd1134]

As somebody who swapped from a Nexus 6p to a 5t, you might not realize it but you will miss the 2K resolution for the 1080p on the One plus phones :(

[@kbdadriftking]

I was like who is this dude....where is Joshua...but then I was like... He did an amazing job. Keep it up

[@DavidImel]

Thanks Kuri! Really appreciate it :)

[@MySavageDynasty]

Great review. Y'all are stepping up with every review.

[@DavidImel]

Jay Bugatti 🙏 Thanks Jay!

[@notstarboard]

If this were a Nexus it would be cheaper and notchless. The Nexus also wasn't about "copying hardware trends to stay relevant". It was meant to be Google's vision for Android, mostly on the software level, but with hardware as well. The Nexus designs were all fairly original except for the Nexus 6, but it was novel enough just for its size.

[@siddharthdey6940]

@3:29 The 5X and 6P are some of the best designed phones in the history of Android #feelingProud

[@heinzkitzvelvet]

I upgraded from the 3T to the Silk White 6, 10 days ago. Every time I look at this phone in the sunlight I am shocked at how beautiful it is. Pearl while shimmer with the pale rose gold is breathtaking. The camera abilities have me interested in phoneography again. I'm in love.

[@joesatchton212]

OnePlus gurus: Traditionally, how open to rooting are OnePlus devices? What's the company's current position on rooting and unlocking bootloaders? Looking hard at this one folks...TIA

[@andreianderson2507]

Joe Satchton It's very open, great dev support, and rooting and modding their devices don't void the warranty.

[@joesatchton212]

+Andrei Anderson: Man, that is GREAT to hear. Gotta have me some TiTanium Backup and AFWall+ :) Cheers and thanks! I'll be prowling around XDA it seems :D

[@saurabhjhanjee2408]

Joe Satchton they literally have flashing instructions and stuff on their website and yt. Warranty stays in tact as well

[@joesatchton212]

+Saurabh Jhanjee: Awesome! Thanks a ton for sharing the info man. CHEERS! :)

[@jayasuriyas2604]

Also they provide kernels very fast so development starts early on their devices.

[@duncanh6045]

I'd like to know, how *bright* is the screen? How loud is the *speaker* for ringtones? how good is *vibrate* ?

[@gustavosaenz1757]

Are you going to talk about the cameras and the pictures you've got?

[@christopherbeltran5020]

they cant its a pre release unit

[@rifqialfariz22]

Finally. A review that don't heavily focus on the damn camera. Thank you AA.

[@MissMiaFit]

Just fyi it will be sold in shops at all the major carriers here in Denmark.

[@ShellymanStudios]

Watching this review at midnight with no socks... Best feeling ever.

[@avenuePad]

When the OnePlus One came out the Nexus line had done its job. The whole purpose of the Nexus project was to show OEMs that you could make nice Android phones, with good specs and that didn't cost too much. Well, the price point aspect was only with the Nexus 4 and Nexus 5. But those two Nexus phones were probably the most influential.

[@nickspirit3]

@David Imel, I have to say your video quality has improved and your style of conveying content has drastically improved. It's so clean, well presented and over all just awesome. Great job man

[@moiseiuliancristian]

You're so right mate, I migrated 2 months ago from the Nexus 5X to the OnePlus 5T :)

[@DavidImel]

Solid choices my man!

[@DarkPrince1996]

What happened to Joshua Verga???? He not doing reviews anymore?

[@antoineb769]

Have you seen the silk white version ? does it looks good in reality ? Surface looks weird in différents videos I've seen ? are the gold reflects really rose ?

[@siddharthasabat4854]

Does it have screen share or miracast feature?

[@rohitrao5077]

How is the audio quality over the 3.5 mm headphone jack on the one plus 6 ?

[@MylesBrennen]

I think the NEXUS comparison is apt. You cant get reliable stockish Android with flagship specs for these prices anywhere else.

[@CEKROM]

It's a good all in on packages with a fair price. =D

[@EstebanRuizBigPure1]

How's the sound quality with headphones?

[@mdwahidanik6028]

Does it have a physical led notification light??

[@nasserjabi]

nice review, you mentioned there is no telephoto lens does this mean we can not zoom in with good clarity?

[@DavidImel]

Naser Jabi That's right. There is a button that will do 2x zoom, but it's digital so it's definitely not as good as the telephoto on the OP5

[@rcrd8]

There will never be a new Nexus again. Near stock Android is not enough. Specially when updates are not guaranteed like Nexus devices. That's what made them so special.

[@OscarRobbing]

And especially when 'near stock' means stock + a bunch of useless and pointless changes (and a couple alright ones) + slow software updates (4 months for my OP3 and longer for the OP5/T is not 'fast', and only seems alright because others take EVEN longer).

[@25maxman]

Preach.

[@vivs005]

Updates are slower than stock agreed. But Oxygen OS betters stock android IMO. It puts in several small practical things that stock really misses. I've used all nexuses and OP phones thru my life.

[@roo3434]

boohoo time moved forward without your approval

[@rudmermuizelaar657]

The new Android One Nokia's are like Nexusses

[@kamilalikamil4229]

What? Does this mean the one plus 6 only available online or what?

[@FishBeeProductions]

It is like the Nexus and it's headed towards the pixel price

[@imsunil6149]

Like the way u put this whole video.. Presentation n approach matters..

[@DavidImel]

imSunil Thanks man!

[@imsunil6149]

Liked especially the way u mentioned specification part.. Kind of funny in a good way..

[@DavidImel]

I was kind of trying to allude to the fact that specs are converging - it's the experience that matters. The Pixels haven't had the absolute best specs of any phone when they've launched but still offered one of the smoothest experiences. So I tried to make that part quick :)

[@miken69er]

Wait until the 6T gets released. He will be saying the same thing.

[@sanjayajayan8655]

How does the camera compare to the Nexus 6p

[@kuriakose]

Hey I have a nexus 6p ....i have ordered a one plus 6....what do you think will the camera of one plus 6 beat the camera of nexus 6p as nexus had a great camera

[@maheshbhattarai3418]

It's sad as a Nexus 6p owner to miss out on Android P. It feels like Google had adopted a child called Nexus [when Pixel wasn't born], and when it gave birth to it's own phone, It kicked Nexus out so they won't get updates.

[@bowgurdoc]

Very well structured review!

[@DavidImel]

Thanks!

[@EpicliferyActive]

Please update ur Oreo Update Tracker website. Thank You! :)

[@YasinHasan]

that was a gd review. gd job

[@shangpinnchung2109]

how long can it sustain if watching youtube videos and do some gaming

[@abujesh5826]

Should I get this phone or galaxy s9(not plus) or lg v30 they are same price here where I live? Please help!

[@KenMcDowell]

Can't wait to upgrade to the 6 from the 3T. This phone has everything I want in a new handset at a very reasonable price. I'm glad I held out.

[@dansgeld]

you had me at headphone jack, i was going to buy the pixel 2 however i want the headphone

[@michaelfedorsha8147]

Haha lol, did I hear you say the 5x was hailed as one of the best designed Android phones of all time?!?!?! That phone was a crappy cheap hunk of ugly plastic with a horrible battery and crappy camera, and it sold for $400! Now I can agree with the latter part of that statement and say the 6P was one of the best designed Android phones. Besides it cheap construction for an all metal phone, I consider it to be one of my favorite designed phones ever. I really wish Huawei would release an updated version with smaller modern bezels but keep everything else identical.

[@secordman]

I was considering buying the 5X then picked up the thing in my hand and hated it. Cheap. Battery life was already going to be a deal breaker.

[@niklasforslund7464]

Great review, really like the comparison with the Nexus-line!

[@DavidImel]

Niklas Forslund Thanks man!

[@maxquiroz4722]

Im getting a oneplus... however, shpuld I wait for the 6T? I want stereo speakers, but idk if its a dealbreaker or not...thoughts???

[@mmp0084]

This is the only 'unbiased' OP6 review from the many i have seen in the past few days.Kudos !!

[@Shahaan_Mirza]

Be honest.....how long did that last pun take to come up with?

[@namanchhawchharia8431]

That subtle android reference near 5:15 was quiet neat 😄

[@masthanaiahbachu5797]

do oneplus have keypad swipe?

[@Pein955]

It supports Android P beta. Does it mean that OP6 supports project treble now?

[@hamidshakoor]

One plus 6 or huwei p20 lite? Performance wise?

[@Roger101Watson]

OP have explained their feelings about wireless charging and I think we'll only see it if they can overcome its downfalls. Maybe on the 6t though I'm not fussed about it when I can get a whole days charge plugged in for just 30 minutes.

[@forgivemysinsGod]

Way to go David! You're slowly getting there as a reviewer

[@P5YcHoKiLLa]

OnePlus phones are not sold exclusively online, O2 in the UK and other carriers in other countries sell them online and instore. That includes the OnePlus 6.

[@amanmehra635]

Dope review as always....🔥👌👍

[@DavidImel]

Thanks man!

[@sourabhjawale3983]

deos it have optical zoom ?

[@mocasinuldomnuluipablo2237]

Ohh.. you boys have some balls to asume this is the new nexus,had every nexus, rocking the old six pee(6p) time to upgrade, this or pixie 2 xl? *HIT LOVE*

[@seventeencents]

Damn, that opening sequence was cool as hell. And the narrative tone of video was also really good. Definitely a different vibe from Android Authority videos past. I dig it.

[@DavidImel]

Sean O'Sullivan Thanks Sean! It's a different vibe for me for sure, but I'm trying to mix it up. Next video I'll probably try and maintain the narrative approach while adding more spec-y stuff underneath. Really glad you enjoyed it!

[@paddesan]

Change my OP3 to the OP6, good or bad idéa?

[@petrusedwardjr.2598]

Does it have portrait mode and if it does,is t good?

[@Thai.H]

ReplayTheBeatz it does and it is

[@guruprasadkm]

I own a OnePlus 3T and an iPhone 7 plus! Honestly OnePlus 3T holds up against the iPhone equally well in almost all aspects and it is actually faster than my iPhone. So don't worry, OnePlus 6 will last you long time especially with that great spec sheet and an amazing software experience!

[@iambear.6526]

I regret getting the 5T, probably will never get another OP or recommend one

[@tbip2001]

I just checked the website. The price is lower than I thought it was. A6gb ram 64gb is only £469 and the 8gb 128gb is only £519. I thought it was higher than that. That seems pretty good

[@BroAnarchy]

I've seen a number of Android Authority reviews on here.... but i don't recognize this reviewer. who is he?

[@DavidImel]

BroAnarchy I've done some other ones like the Sony Xperia XZ2, Oppo R15, etc. I've got an about me video on the channel if you're interested!

[@samiyer4445]

What are the benchmarks of the oneplus 6? Geekbench score?

[@NishantAggarwal99]

Does it support Active dual VOLTE?

[@TsS.87]

Unlike other Chinese manufacturers Oneplus has carved out an identity of it's own in the market. Barring oneplus 2 all other oneplus flagship phones have been received well. Despite increasing prices they remain VFM options with top notch specs.

[@Urbexx99]

Gerat Review! any idea about how much score on DxO Mark?

[@DavidImel]

Carlos Duarte I don't think they have published thier score quite yet. Soon, I hope!

[@Urbexx99]

David Imel thanks !!

[@bwebmasta1]

One Plus 6 owner, great phone and I agree they are like the Nexus line. I moved from the Nexus ranch when the Pixel came about and my 6P went into an endless bootloop.

[@grannieannie1371]

I wonder if you can use the Google phone app on this phone 🤔

[@jaa.mes_1190]

not sure if i should get this or wait for the op+, was using a nexus 6p until it died on me. currently using an iphone7 rn and i wanna go back to android );

[@bobbyroberts2566]

Nice change of style with this guys. Make him the 2nd favorite beside Gary from AA team :)

[@DavidImel]

Bobby Roberts Gary knows all 🔥

[@TechCilium]

now i really hope google changes everything about the notch. then perhaps other OEMs will notice that notch isn't the answer.

[@gmax876]

Does it work on Verizon?

[@DavidImel]

gmax876 It does not 😣

[@blurkia84]

Feels pretty original. i like the part you just read it through quickly on the boring spec details.. :P. Keep it up!

[@callumhaynes1384]

Couldn't agree more, bought this, rooted it within 5 minutes, THAT is what I want, I missed the Nexus program, and I'm glad OnePlus brought it back

[@UmbroKhan]

Where is dual stereo speakers? And HDR?

[@TheLordofcod]

I got the nexus 5x (32gb). Three years later I don't even consider buying another phone 😍

[@MrSwekkerBoy]

What is your opinion concerning the slipperiness of the midnight black VS mirror black? Some sources are contradicting... Linus said that the midnight black had more grip, but verge said that the mirror black was less slippery than the midnight black... :/ That's the only real downside of not being able to buy it at a physical store I'd say...

[@DavidImel]

MrSwekkerBoy Mirror black has this weird film application on it that makes it feel almost oily. The midnight black is more of a traditional metal but it's smooth instead of that grippy feeling. I would say the midnight black is a little more slippery.

[@MrSwekkerBoy]

Great, thanks for the clear response!

[@DavidImel]

MrSwekkerBoy You know it!

[@KrandomP]

Hey should i buy 128GB variant or 256GB Avengers not bcoz of avengers logo. If space enough 128GB ???

[@docj5750]

This should be what nexus suppose to be...flagship killer..i dont know why the original nexuses of different companies can not do what one plus did...im a nexus fan and lover....sad that they ditch it and make pixels which is not affordable and so costly that no wants to buy it...time came fron nowhere one plus did the best and make the best of them all..iphone..no way..samsung..no way..i know fr one thing why usa willl not let this come in to their market..its the real deal..iphone now adays just a brand name but to mere fact they are just fooling you...

[@bhatkrishnakishor]

Problem with OnePlus is there is no other cheaper entry point in their product line up. They discontinue last year model asap new model is launched. I was one of the first to buy OnePlus 1 here in India because it was affordable and gave more control over my mobile experience. Now with every iteration of OnePlus my desire to get one is veining out.

[@prathameshnair5311]

OnePlus is doing n going for it's business. I think they are better every time and we cannot compare it with Google phones. OnePlus is going its way to deliver high configuration hardware and software in a very less and cheap rate. I think we should appreciate it and salute them for this.

[@kshitizgupta4405]

@Android Authority: Does the 8GB RAM variant perform better than the 6GB RAM variant?

[@BinManSays87]

You do realise in the UK you can get a OnePlus size on contract form o2 and OnePlus says dash cahrge is that sick we don't need wireless charging

[@Max-tb6fz]

Actually it is sold in some carrier stores in The Netherlands

[@BasalatKhan]

My new favorite reiewer at Android authority. David this is a pretty cool review. Neat, subtle and to the point.

[@DavidImel]

Basalat Khan Thanks Basalat! Trying some different styles to see what works. I think I like the narrative approach but will probably add a little more spec-y stuff in the next one. Glad you enjoyed it!

[@MiteshShah07]

I really want to wait for the 6T, where they add wireless charging and (hopefully) dual speakers.

[@arjuna2670]

Can someone tell me any use or benefit of wireless charging

[@damianlee5438]

None. Other than being able to charge your phone at Starbucks. Or you enjoy having to wait 2+ hours to completely charge.

[@ohc1492]

You had me at "so this is the oneplus6" but you swept me off my feet at the wink... Ok, you convinced me.. I'm getting one OnePlus6...

[@AILmari0nette]

You should make your thumbnail more like this one. This makes me feel like wanting to watch the video rather than the previous ones you uploaded Thumbnail matters man 😄😄

[@DavidImel]

Froilan Paz I'm glad you liked it! I've got a lot of photos of this phone in the written review if you're interested :)