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Budget Chinese Smartphones

The OnePlus X is Available In a Limited Edition Ceramic Build

— October 30, 2015 — Tech
The OnePlus X is a Chinese smartphone in every way -- it handles all the basic functions you need really well, but at a price that is far cheaper and far more competitive than offerings from bigger companies. The third smartphone launched by OnePlus, this is a budget phone with intermediate level specs.

This particular phone also turns out to be a way for the CHinese startup to experiment with the use of premium build materials. These are seen in the crafting of the onyx black glass OnePlus X, while there is also a limited edition ceramic version.

This phone is reminiscent of the iPhone 4 and iPhone 4S, although it costs a lot less than those particular phones did when they came out.

At $250, the OnePlus X is one smartphone that you can definitely describe as a steal.
Trend Themes
1. Budget Smartphone Trend - As consumers continue to demand technology at lower prices, there is a growing need for businesses to innovate and provide budget-friendly smartphone options that still offer advanced features and a premium build.
2. Chinese Smartphone Industry - Due to the cost-effective nature of manufacturing in China, there is an opportunity for businesses to enter the smartphone market with competitively priced, high-quality products.
3. Premium Material Experimentation Trend - The success of the OnePlus X's ceramic build highlights a trend of companies experimenting with unique premium materials to create a competitive edge and appeal to consumers seeking luxury materials without the high price point.
Industry Implications
1. Smartphone Industry - As the demand for smartphones continues to grow, there is an opportunity for businesses to innovate and provide lower cost options that appeal to a broad range of consumers.
2. Consumer Electronics Industry - The continued innovation in the consumer electronics industry, particularly in the smartphone market, provides ample opportunities for businesses to introduce new and unique products with the potential to disrupt the market.
3. Manufacturing Industry - The cost-effective nature of manufacturing in China provides opportunities for businesses to enter the smartphone market and offer competitively priced products with a high level of build quality.
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