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Rumor | OnePlus is making a Harry Potter Edition of its Watch

A well-known leaker claims to have found out that OnePlus is making a new, special-edition version of its first-gen Watch. Unlike the gaming theme of the last, this one is apparently Harry Potter-themed. Then again, availability i...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 10 Aug 2021 19:17

The Nord N200 prepares for its bend test. (Source: YouTube)

The OnePlus Nord N200 makes its JerryRigEverything durability test into a two-parter

The Nord N200 is one of the cheapest 5G phones sold by OnePlus in the United States. Accordingly, it is made of lower-end materials compared to the flagship of its series. However, it seems this does not necessarily mean the devic...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 08 Aug 2021 23:19

Leaked OnePlus 7 concept. (Source: Industrial Designer-Haoran)

Leaked OnePlus 7 concept shows striking resemblance to the Google Pixel 6

Google's new Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro have been hailed for a design that deviates from the current industry norm. Well, it appears that design may not be as novel as thought, as a new leak shows a OnePlus 7 from 2018 that looks ide...

Ricci Rox, 08 Aug 2021 11:10

OnePlus sows confusion with its new 9 Pro colorway

Recent Weibo posts showing a OnePlus 9 Pro in a new and heretofore unavailable color option have led to confusion on the point of whether the OEM actually intends to release the variant as a limited edition or not. The OEM has had...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 07 Aug 2021 20:09

Massive damage to the exploded OnePlus Nord 2. (Source: Ankur Sharma)

Update | New OnePlus Nord 2 explodes and results in an accident to owner; OnePlus reaches out

A new device has gone up in flames, this time the recently launched OnePlus Nord 2. A user has now reported that their wife's Nord 2 "spontaneously" went up in flames while cycling, with OnePlus reaching out a while ago.

Ricci Rox, 04 Aug 2021 12:15

OnePlus announces it was the fastest-growing smartphone brand in the US during the first half of 2021

OnePlus has released its shipment stats for the first half of 2021 (1H2021). The OEM claims that they have increased by 428% in the US, a greater amount of growth compared to all other brands in that market. This success is based ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 31 Jul 2021 18:00

OxygenOS on the new 9 series. (Source: OnePlus)

OnePlus is slated to address its "throttling" issues in a future OxygenOS update

OnePlus has become linked to a controversy in which its 2021 line of flagship smartphones' version of Android (OxygenOS for the 9 series) was found to "throttle" a slew of popular and often necessary apps such as Chrome, yet unlea...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 25 Jul 2021 17:11

The Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra is capped at a measly 25 W. (Source: Samsung)

The Samsung Galaxy S22 may match the Mi 12 and OnePlus 10 Pro in one major aspect

While the Galaxy S21 series saw Samsung take a step back in some hardware quarters, the Galaxy S22 looks set to be a return to form, with Samsung supposedly already testing competitive charging technology on its next-gen flagship ...

Ricci Rox, 24 Jul 2021 20:09

The Nord 2 will charge at "Warp" speed. (Source: OnePlus)

The OnePlus Nord 2 is rated to stay on for a "full day" after charging for 15 minutes

The OEM OnePlus has been dropping spec-rich spoilers for its upcoming Nord 2 mid-range smartphone ahead of its launch. The latest in this series of teasers reveals that its battery is equipped with the high-end Warp Charge 65 tech...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 21 Jul 2021 18:36

OnePlus teases the Nord 2. (Source: OnePlus)

OnePlus officially reveals the Nord 2's design ahead of launch as its specs leak via Geekbench

OnePlus has confirmed that its latest Nord-series smartphone will launch in late July 2021. Now, it has released a trailer for the device that reveals its looks from the back. Meanwhile, a new Geekbench listing might confirm a 12G...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 17 Jul 2021 13:22

Rumor | The OnePlus Nord 2 will be more expensive than its predecessor

OnePlus has confirmed it will launch a second generation of its popular mid-range Nord smartphone series in July 2021. It launched at ~US$375 for an 8GB RAM SKU in one of its main markets (India); now, however, a blog claims that ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 14 Jul 2021 17:13

The latest OnePlus 9 statement could provoke more controversy than its first. (Image: OnePlus)

OnePlus provides a further explanation for the OnePlus 9 CPU throttling controversy, won't please Qualcomm

OnePlus has issued a further statement regarding the CPU throttling controversy that has engulfed its flagship OnePlus 9 series smartphones. The latest statement builds on the optimization theme of its initial statement, but also ...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 13 Jul 2021 10:41

OnePlus might not be enjoying all of the responses to its OnePlus 9 caption challenge. (Image source: OnePlus - edited)

OnePlus gets roasted by followers with ill-timed OnePlus 9 smartphone caption challenge

OnePlus has been facing plenty of flak lately because of the whole app-throttling performance and benchmark manipulation issue that the OEM was caught implementing with the OnePlus 9 and OnePlus 9 Pro smartphones. The company has ...

Daniel R Deakin, 10 Jul 2021 15:42

The OnePlus Nord 2 will feature a MediaTek Dimensity 1200 SoC. (Image source: 91Mobiles & OnLeaks)

The OnePlus Nord 2 will be joined by the Buds Pro on July 22, but no US release is planned

OnePlus has confirmed several aspects about the Nord 2, the company's next mid-range smartphone. While the Nord 2 will be a 'comprehensive upgrade' compared to the original OnePlus Nord, OnePlus does not plan to sell the Nord 2 in...

Alex Alderson, 09 Jul 2021 20:01

The OnePlus 6 and OnePlus 6T can finally be upgraded to Android 11

OnePlus has issued Android 11 Open Beta 11 to the OnePlus 6 and OnePlus 6T. Android 11 and OxygenOS 11 will be the final OS updates for the pair.

Alex Alderson, 08 Jul 2021 23:10

Currently, OnePlus claims that it made performance-based changes after receiving feedback from users. (Image source: OnePlus)

OnePlus' statement about OnePlus 9 and OnePlus 9 Pro throttling claims leaves a lot to be desired

OnePlus has responded to claims that it throttles CPU performance in the new OnePlus 9 and OnePlus 9 Pro. The company asserts that it was helping 'to provide a smooth experience while reducing power consumption' based on user feed...

Alex Alderson, 08 Jul 2021 19:36

OnePlus caught throttling performance of apps like Chrome, Twitter, WhatsApp, Snapchat on the OnePlus 9 Pro; Geekbench delists the OnePlus 9 series for benchmark manipulation

Another day arrives with yet another issue of OnePlus messing things up. The company has now been found to be severely throttling browser performance of Chrome, Twitter, and pretty much all popular internet-based apps on the OnePl...

Ricci Rox, 07 Jul 2021 10:29

Deal | Get the OnePlus 9 for just US$550 for a (probably) limited time

OnePlus still sells the vanilla version of its 2021 flagship smartphone, the 9, for US$729 on its official United States website. However, Best Buy offers the same device (unlocked) for as little as $549.99 - so long as it is acti...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 06 Jul 2021 17:13

The OnePlus Pad could ship in the unique, bright-red box that the Chinese company is known for (Image: Jean Lucas Camilo)

OnePlus registers 'OnePlus Pad' trademark, indicating that it's working on an Android tablet

A new contender is supposedly planning its entrance into the growing tablet market that is dominated by Apple's iPads. The Chinese brand OnePlus could be a breath of fresh air for Android's ailing tablet segment, which is primaril...

Enrico Frahn, 06 Jul 2021 15:29

OxygenOS 11 and Android 11 will not arrive on the OnePlus 6 series until after Google releases Android 12. (Image source: OnePlus)

The new OnePlus Software Maintenance Schedule is not all it is cracked up to be

OnePlus has announced several changes for OxygenOS, its custom version of Android. As expected, OxygenOS and Oppo's ColorOS will merge, but this coalescence will yield a few advantages, apparently. However, it seems that OnePlus h...

Column by Alex Alderson, 05 Jul 2021 17:13

The OnePlus Nord 2 has shown up online running a high-end MediaTek chipset

OnePlus Nord 2 AI Benchmark listing confirms that it will run a MediaTek Dimensity 1200 chipset

The OnePlus Nord 2 has shown up online on the AI Benchmark database. Its listing suggests that the smartphone will run a MediaTek Dimensity 1200 chipset and feature 8GB of RAM. This makes the OnePlus Nord 2 the first-ever OnePlus ...

Anil Ganti, 28 Jun 2021 11:57

The OnePlus Nord N200 5G will receive Android 12, but not Android 13 or Android 14. (Image source: OnePlus)

OnePlus confirms paltry software support for the Nord N200 5G

OnePlus continues its slide from being one of the best Android OEMs for software support. While the company will upgrade the new Nord CE 5G through to Android 13, the Nord N200 5G will only receive Android 12. Three years of secur...

Alex Alderson, 22 Jun 2021 16:35

OnePlus to be reduced to a sub-brand under the Oppo umbrella, OxygenOS could be in need of resuscitation

Following the announcement that OnePlus is completely merging its operations within Oppo, a leaked memo has shed more light on how the arrangement will work. While the merger will still produce OnePlus-branded phones, the company ...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 21 Jun 2021 13:44

Global OnePlus smartphones are slated to hang on to OxygenOS following OPPO merger

OnePlus has released its latest official beta OS versions for its 2020 flagship 8 series against a backdrop of news concerning its integration with its sister OEM OPPO. The announcement may have led to anxiety around losing the po...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 18 Jun 2021 16:17

OnePlus updates the Nord CE 5G twice in the same day

OnePlus launched its new Nord CE 5G smartphone about a week ago now (on June 10, 2021). Nevertheless, reports of not 1 but 2 system updates in quick succession for the device have emerged. The first upgraded its security patch lev...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 17 Jun 2021 18:21

OnePlus to merge with Oppo as it seeks to rationalize its operations. (Image: OnePlus)

OnePlus to merge with Oppo in a move that comes as little surprise

OnePlus has announced that it is merging its operations with Oppo. The two companies are owned by the same parent company and had already merged their R&D teams five months ago.

Sanjiv Sathiah, 16 Jun 2021 14:39

The OnePlus Nord N200 5G features the lowly Snapdragon 480 5G SoC. (Image source: OnePlus)

OnePlus Nord N200 5G launched: A weaker OnePlus Nord CE 5G alternative only for North America

OnePlus has announced another Nord smartphone, albeit only for North America. The Nord N200 5G is a cheaper option than the European and Indian-exclusive Nord CE 5G, and its specifications reflect that. The OnePlus Nord N200 5G wi...

Alex Alderson, 15 Jun 2021 17:49

OnePlus TV U1S series is available in three screen sizes. (Image Source: OnePlus)

OnePlus launches TV U1S series in three screen sizes starting from ₹39,999, OnePlus TV Camera also announced for big screen video calls

OnePlus has introduced three new additions to its upper midrange U-series smart TV range in 50, 55, and 65-inch variants. The new U1S series feature largely similar specifications as the previous 55U1 with some features removed to...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 10 Jun 2021 20:00

The OnePlus Nord CE 5G starts at just €299. (Image source: OnePlus)

OnePlus Nord CE 5G launches with enticing features at an affordable price

OnePlus has revealed the Nord CE 5G, its latest assault on the mid-range. The Nord CE 5G offers much of what the regular Nord does, but at an even more affordable price. The Nord CE 5G will be available with up to 12 GB of RAM and...

Alex Alderson, 10 Jun 2021 16:15

Rumor | OnePlus' Dimensity 1200-powered phone will have a 50MP main sensor and a flat screen

OnePlus is projected to launch a smartphone with silicon from MediaTek, rather than Qualcomm as usual, later in 2021. Now, the notable tipster Digital Chat Station claims that this phone will have a high-end main camera sensor, as...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 08 Jun 2021 20:57

Smart tags, smart tags everywhere. (Source: Weibo)

Rumor | OnePlus will include smart tags in its next round of product launches

According to a new leak, OnePlus is about to join the growing number of smartphone OEMs with its own smart tag. The report asserts that the company has registered a relevant trademark, alongside others for pre-existing products. T...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 03 Jun 2021 20:09

The OnePlus Nord CE 5G. (Source: OnLeaks)

Specs of the OnePlus Nord CE 5G revealed ahead of launch

OnePlus is geared to release its next mid-range device shortly. The phone in question, the OnePlus Nord CE, will be available on pre-order starting June 11, and details have now leaked. Notable takeaways include a Snapdragon 750G,...

Ricci Rox, 03 Jun 2021 14:39

The OnePlus Nord CE 5G will be launched in select regions soon

New leak sheds light on OnePlus Nord CE 5G specs and launch date

OnePlus is all set to launch the OnePlus Nord CE 5G on June 10 in India and some European countries. Some of its key specs include a Snapdragon 750G chipset, 64MP triple rear cameras, and a 6.4-inch AMOLED screen that refreshes at...

Anil Ganti, 30 May 2021 14:16

OnePlus' new Stadia tie-in. (Source: OnePlus)

OnePlus throws a free Stadia Premiere bundle in with new phones sold in France, Germany or the UK

OnePlus has announced a new promotion by which those who buy certain new smartphones in the UK, Germany or France can claim a new Stadia Premiere Edition from Google. The units included in this new deal are those of the new flagsh...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 26 May 2021 20:23

The OnePlus smart TV's camera could be controlled by remote or facial recognition. (Image source: LetsGoDigital/Sony - edited)

OnePlus patents TV with pop-up camera that watches you watching television even if you move

The Chinese manufacturer OnePlus has patented an idea for a smart TV that incorporates a rotating pop-up camera in its body. While other companies have already released televisions with static pop-up cameras, this OnePlus smart TV...

Daniel R Deakin, 25 May 2021 13:05

OnePlus teases a new Y-series TV ahead of its May 2021 launch

OnePlus India has revealed that it will add a new member to its Y series of smart TVs soon. It has also already confirmed some of its specs ahead of its imminent launch, its 40-inch size, Dolby Audio support and 20W speakers inclu...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 22 May 2021 15:32

Rumor | OnePlus will bring its TVs to the European market soon

OnePlus' CEO, Pete Lau, has reportedly told several journalists that his company is planning to launch its smart screens in Europe soon. The OEM now has several TVs to its name, but has yet to sell any of them in that region. Howe...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 18 May 2021 00:27

The Watch Limited Edition. (Source: OnePlus)

OnePlus releases the limited Cobalt Edition of its Watch in China

OnePlus introduced its inaugural smartwatch alongside the flagship 9-series smartphones in March 2021. The OEM also unveiled a special, limited edition of the same wearable with more premium materials, an exclusive cobalt alloy fo...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 16 May 2021 16:50

The latest OnePlus Watch update adds the promised always-on functionality. (Image: OnePlus)

OnePlus Watch finally gets its always-on display feature in latest update

OnePlus has finally rolled out the always-on display feature that it advertised for the OnePlus Watch ahead of its launch. The latest update for the much maligned device also includes a new workout, a remote camera function and im...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 06 May 2021 12:54

The OnePlus 9 series might have looked like this. (Source: Twitter)

OnePlus 9: A leaker reveals what could have been through allegedly rejected colorways

The OnePlus 9 Pro is a 2021 flagship Android phone launched in 3 color choices, one of which evinced the brand's signature Sandstone Black. However, according to the reliable leaker Max J., the OEM once considered a very different...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 04 May 2021 22:52

OnePlus is now touted to launch the Nord N10 and N100 in India

The Nord N100 and N10 5G are OnePlus' foray into the low- and mid-tiers of the smartphone market. Despite this, it has yet to be released in all the regions where the OEM is active. A new leak hints they might be destined for a ne...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 30 Apr 2021 23:54

The OnePlus 6 and 6T will go nearly two years between OS updates. (Image source: OnePlus)

OnePlus announces a deplorable Android 11 upgrade schedule for the OnePlus 6 and 6T

It seems that OnePlus has gone all LG with its software support for older smartphones. The company has confirmed that the OnePlus 6 and OnePlus 6T will not receive Android 11 Open Beta updates until the end of August, just in time...

Alex Alderson, 30 Apr 2021 01:42

OnePlus had a very good quarter in Europe. (Source: OnePlus)

OnePlus posts a ~400% increase in its European sales for 2021's first quarter

OnePlus has released the results for its business in the European region for the first quarter of 2021 (1Q2021). The OEM asserts that sales in this market have increased by 388% compared to 1Q2020, leading to revenues of 286% more...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 29 Apr 2021 18:01

The OnePlus Watch does not have 110+ workout modes, currently. (Image source: OnePlus)

The OnePlus Watch's first update brings many improvements, but the smartwatch is still missing advertised features

OnePlus has started rolling out an update to its eponymous smartwatch, the OnePlus Watch. While the update fixes numerous issues on the poorly-received device, OnePlus is yet to enable many features that it has advertised.

Alex Alderson, 26 Apr 2021 18:30

The new OnePlus Gaming Triggers are targeted at Battle Royale gamers. (Image: OnePlus)

New OnePlus Gaming Triggers aim to give Battle Royale gamers a edge

OnePlus has launched a surprise gaming accessory compatible with both Android smartphones and iPhones. The new Gaming Triggers have been designed to give a more tactile experience, and an advantage, when playing Battle Royale-styl...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 22 Apr 2021 13:01

Deal | Grab a OnePlus 8 Pro for US$599

OnePlus is holding a Spring sale event on its US webstore from April 21 (today) to 27, 2021. It involves a limited-time offer on the 8 Pro, the OEM's 2020 flagship smartphone. It can be had for as little as US$599 during this prom...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 21 Apr 2021 23:19

Early reviews of the OnePlus Watch show overwhelming disappointment at OnePlus' debut smartwatch

OnePlus released the US$159 OnePlus Watch a while ago. Sadly, though, the watch looks set to be a colossal flop, with reviews consistently panning it for its inability to be good at being, well, a smartwatch at the very least.

Ricci Rox, 16 Apr 2021 14:16

OnePlus announces a new 9R launch. (Source: Weibo)

OnePlus announces a Chinese launch for the 9R in April 2021

The OnePlus 9R was originally presented as a "gaming" alternative variant of the OEM's latest flagship Android smartphone series that was exclusive to India. However, the company has now announced that it is to be available in Chi...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 09 Apr 2021 23:48

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Rumor | OnePlus is making a Harry Potter Edition of its Watch

The OnePlus Nord N200 makes its JerryRigEverything durability test into a two-parter

Leaked OnePlus 7 concept shows striking resemblance to the Google Pixel 6

OnePlus sows confusion with its new 9 Pro colorway

Update | New OnePlus Nord 2 explodes and results in an accident to owner; OnePlus reaches out

OnePlus announces it was the fastest-growing smartphone brand in the US during the first half of 2021

OnePlus is slated to address its "throttling" issues in a future OxygenOS update

The Samsung Galaxy S22 may match the Mi 12 and OnePlus 10 Pro in one major aspect

The OnePlus Nord 2 is rated to stay on for a "full day" after charging for 15 minutes

OnePlus officially reveals the Nord 2's design ahead of launch as its specs leak via Geekbench

Rumor | The OnePlus Nord 2 will be more expensive than its predecessor

OnePlus provides a further explanation for the OnePlus 9 CPU throttling controversy, won't please Qualcomm

OnePlus gets roasted by followers with ill-timed OnePlus 9 smartphone caption challenge

The OnePlus Nord 2 will be joined by the Buds Pro on July 22, but no US release is planned

The OnePlus 6 and OnePlus 6T can finally be upgraded to Android 11

OnePlus' statement about OnePlus 9 and OnePlus 9 Pro throttling claims leaves a lot to be desired

OnePlus caught throttling performance of apps like Chrome, Twitter, WhatsApp, Snapchat on the OnePlus 9 Pro; Geekbench delists the OnePlus 9 series for benchmark manipulation

Deal | Get the OnePlus 9 for just US$550 for a (probably) limited time

OnePlus registers 'OnePlus Pad' trademark, indicating that it's working on an Android tablet

The new OnePlus Software Maintenance Schedule is not all it is cracked up to be

OnePlus Nord 2 AI Benchmark listing confirms that it will run a MediaTek Dimensity 1200 chipset

OnePlus confirms paltry software support for the Nord N200 5G

OnePlus to be reduced to a sub-brand under the Oppo umbrella, OxygenOS could be in need of resuscitation

Global OnePlus smartphones are slated to hang on to OxygenOS following OPPO merger

OnePlus updates the Nord CE 5G twice in the same day

OnePlus to merge with Oppo in a move that comes as little surprise

OnePlus Nord N200 5G launched: A weaker OnePlus Nord CE 5G alternative only for North America

OnePlus launches TV U1S series in three screen sizes starting from ₹39,999, OnePlus TV Camera also announced for big screen video calls

OnePlus Nord CE 5G launches with enticing features at an affordable price

Rumor | OnePlus' Dimensity 1200-powered phone will have a 50MP main sensor and a flat screen

Rumor | OnePlus will include smart tags in its next round of product launches

Specs of the OnePlus Nord CE 5G revealed ahead of launch

New leak sheds light on OnePlus Nord CE 5G specs and launch date

OnePlus throws a free Stadia Premiere bundle in with new phones sold in France, Germany or the UK

OnePlus patents TV with pop-up camera that watches you watching television even if you move

OnePlus teases a new Y-series TV ahead of its May 2021 launch

Rumor | OnePlus will bring its TVs to the European market soon

OnePlus releases the limited Cobalt Edition of its Watch in China

OnePlus Watch finally gets its always-on display feature in latest update

OnePlus 9: A leaker reveals what could have been through allegedly rejected colorways

OnePlus is now touted to launch the Nord N10 and N100 in India

OnePlus announces a deplorable Android 11 upgrade schedule for the OnePlus 6 and 6T

OnePlus posts a ~400% increase in its European sales for 2021's first quarter

OnePlus 9 vs. OnePlus 8T smartphone camera comparison: Is Hasselblad the winner or is it OIS?

The OnePlus Watch's first update brings many improvements, but the smartwatch is still missing advertised features

New OnePlus Gaming Triggers aim to give Battle Royale gamers a edge

Deal | Grab a OnePlus 8 Pro for US$599

Early reviews of the OnePlus Watch show overwhelming disappointment at OnePlus' debut smartwatch

Xiaomi Mi 11 vs. OnePlus 9 smartphone camera comparison: Disappointments on both sides

OnePlus announces a Chinese launch for the 9R in April 2021

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