# OnePlus is reportedly merging with Realme and 'evaluating' its future — but I'm convinced that this is fantastic news for Android fans

> Over the last few years, our list of the best Android phones has featured a smaller and smaller array of brands.

- **Source:** [TechRadar](https://www.techradar.com/phones/oneplus-phones/oneplus-is-reportedly-merging-with-realme-and-evaluating-its-future-but-im-convinced-that-this-is-fantastic-news-for-android-fans?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=69f6197b8ac6eb9438385672)
- **Published:** 2026-05-02
- **Category:** Phones
- **Tags:** #oneplus #nokia #sony #vivo #asus #lg #android #realme
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