Rumors that OnePlus isn't long for this world have been kicking around since about 2023, but recent stories have added to that idea. First, rumors began that Oppo, OnePlus's parent company, would be pulling it out of the US entirely. Now, there's talk of a merger with fellow Oppo brand, Realme. Regardless of how this shakes out, it's clear that all is not well in OnePlus, and these rumors add to that. It's hard to see this as anything but a desperate roll of the dice. However, there's another element to this tale. Digital Chat Station now seems to have edited its post to remove the speculation