OnePlus ends Hasselblad partnership, teases new DetailMax Engine for sharper pictures

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OnePlus ends Hasselblad partnership, teases new DetailMax Engine for sharper, more authentic photos
OnePlus has officially wrapped up its long-running camera partnership with Hasselblad, but fans shouldn’t worry — the company is already looking ahead. In a heartfelt note, OnePlus CEO Pete explained how five years of collaboration with Hasselblad helped the brand refine its color science, tune shades to feel “like real life,” and develop a camera philosophy focused on authenticity over specs.

“Those years were more than a partnership, they were a masterclass,” Pete wrote, acknowledging the influence of Hasselblad’s legendary attention to detail on OnePlus’ imaging DNA. Now, OnePlus is turning the page, moving into the next phase of smartphone photography with its own imaging engine, called the OnePlus DetailMax Engine.

The new engine is designed to capture scenes exactly as they appear in real life, emphasizing clarity and authenticity. Unlike older computational photography trends, which sometimes enhanced or altered images, DetailMax aims to show everything as it really is. Zoom in on a photo, and you’ll see why Pete is confident users will notice the difference.

OnePlus’ move comes after extensive user feedback. Pete said the company conducted conversations and focus groups worldwide, and the message was clear: users want their photos sharp, detailed, and natural. Specs and technical jargon matter less than the ability to relive a moment accurately, whether it’s a landscape or a casual snapshot.

While testing early prototypes, Pete says the results are already promising, and the company plans to bring this new level of clarity to its next flagship device. OnePlus is thanking Hasselblad for their years of collaboration while signaling openness to new opportunities in mobile imaging and photography innovation.

For OnePlus fans, the takeaway is simple: the next chapter of photography is here. With the DetailMax Engine, the brand promises sharper, more real photos that capture the world — and your moments — exactly as they are.