According to The How-To Geek, the OnePlus 15 has finally received FCC certification in the United States after being delayed by the recent government shutdown. The device with identifier CPH2749 got approval on November 25, clearing the last major regulatory hurdle for US sales. OnePlus confirmed the certification to Android Authority and promised that information about US availability would come “very soon.” The phone launched earlier this month internationally but couldn’t reach American consumers due to the FCC backlog. When it does launch, it will carry a $899 price tag and feature a massive 7,300mAh battery with triple 50MP cameras and 4K 120FPS Dolby Vision recording capabilities.
Government red tape reality
Here’s the thing about government shutdowns that most consumers don’t realize – they don’t just affect national parks and passport offices. The FCC backlog meant that even though OnePlus had a fully developed, ready-to-ship product, they were legally blocked from selling it. This creates a nightmare scenario for tech companies trying to coordinate global launches. Basically, their entire marketing and supply chain planning gets thrown out the window because of political gridlock they have zero control over.
Why this phone matters
At $899, the OnePlus 15 isn’t just another Android phone – it’s a direct challenge to the Samsung and Google duopoly that’s dominated the US premium smartphone market. That 7,300mAh battery is absolutely massive compared to what competitors offer, and the triple 50MP camera array suggests OnePlus is serious about competing on photography too. But here’s the real question: can OnePlus actually break through in a market where carrier partnerships matter more than specs? They’ve struggled with this for years, and while the hardware looks impressive, the sales channels and carrier relationships remain the bigger challenge.
What’s next for US launch
Now that the FCC certification is secured, the clock is ticking for OnePlus to announce actual availability dates. The company says information is coming “very soon,” which in tech speak typically means within the next week or two. They’ll need to move quickly to capitalize on the holiday shopping season and avoid losing momentum to Samsung’s Galaxy S25 series rumors. For American consumers who’ve been waiting, this is genuinely good news – more competition in the Android space means better products and potentially better prices for everyone. You can check out the OnePlus 15 details here while we wait for that official US launch announcement.
