OnePlus 15 Clears FCC Hurdle After Record Government Shutdown Delay

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has finally granted clearance to the OnePlus 15, a flagship smartphone, allowing the company to begin selling the device in the US. The clearance came after a delay caused by the longest US government shutdown on record, which suspended most of the FCC's functions and prevented the agency from certifying new wireless products. As a result, OnePlus had to postpone the US launch of the phone, which was initially scheduled for last month. According to OnePlus officials, the company is now accepting preorders for the OnePlus 15 on its website, with plans to make the device available on Amazon and Best Buy in the near future. The base model of the phone starts at $900 and comes with 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage, and is only available in black. Higher-end models, including the Ultraviolet and Sand Storm variants, will also be available for preorder. The delay in the US launch of the OnePlus 15 was caused by the government shutdown, which lasted for several weeks and affected various government agencies, including the FCC. The shutdown prevented the agency from processing and approving new wireless products, including the OnePlus 15, which was already certified in China. In a statement, a OnePlus spokesperson said, "We are excited to finally bring the OnePlus 15 to the US market and are grateful for the FCC's clearance. We understand the importance of meeting regulatory requirements and appreciate the agency's efforts to process our application as quickly as possible." The FCC's clearance of the OnePlus 15 is a significant development for the company, which has been expanding its presence in the US market in recent years. The phone's launch is expected to be a major event for the company, with many fans and enthusiasts eagerly awaiting its release. In related news, the government shutdown has had a significant impact on various industries, including technology and telecommunications. The shutdown has caused delays and disruptions in the approval process for new wireless products, and has also affected the development of new technologies and services. As for the current status of the OnePlus 15, preorders are now live on the OnePlus website, and the company is expected to begin shipping the device in the coming weeks. The phone will be available on Amazon and Best Buy in the near future, and customers can expect to receive more information about the device's availability and pricing on these platforms.