You are right, the 1st syllable is pronounced either [o] or [ɔ], and the 2nd syllable is pronounced [e] or [ɛ] in French. Whether one is used or the other are simple regional and/or individual variations. You can hear some sound samples here.
If you use the English prononciation in a conversation in French, it will be understood, but will give away that you are a foreigner (or, if you are a native speaker, that you are a snob who wants to show off their English or American accent).
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