A New Era for OnePlus Wearables
OnePlus has been winning the hearts of gadget lovers with each of its devices, and the OnePlus Watch 2 was no exception, especially regarding its unparalleled battery life. However, one feature in that watch-the rotating crown-felt a bit useless by the fans. The latest leaks promise that OnePlus has listened to its community and will bring major improvements with the OnePlus Watch 3, making it a real candidate to conquer the smartwatch market in 2025.
Improved Rotating Crown with Functionality
The OnePlus Watch 2 had a rotating crown, but it was largely an element of confusion since it didn’t have any real functionality. OnePlus Watch 3 improves that with a crown that doesn’t just rotate but “offers a more intuitive way to navigate the UI” by enhancing the user interaction, complementing the touchscreen experience. This update comes as a result of feedback from fans and will add to the smartwatches a button-like, clicky mechanism similar to those on the Apple Watch and upcoming Pixel Watch 3. The news is an exclusive leak from Smartprix, revealing that OnePlus never stops seeking to please the users.
Battery and Performance Upgrades
One of the strong suits of OnePlus has always been battery life, and with the OnePlus Watch 3, it appears that they are pushing that even further. Though exact battery capacity wasn’t confirmed, leaks mention a “500mAh+” battery, implying an upgrade from the OnePlus Watch 2’s 500mAh, possibly up to 648mAh. This, combined with unchanged but still robust specs like the Snapdragon W5 Gen 1 chipset, 2GB RAM, and 32GB storage, suggests that the Watch 3 will continue OnePlus’s tradition of top-tier performance in smartwatches.
Health and Connectivity Features
It is also getting an upgrade in health monitoring with the introduction of ECG functionality in select markets, addressing the increasing demand for health-centric features on smartwatches. However, due to various regulatory restrictions, this feature might not be universally available. The leak further hints at LTE connectivity, which could make the OnePlus Watch 3 a fully independent device, though this feature might be region-specific, mirroring trends seen with other China-developed watches.
Design and Launch Details
Aesthetically, the OnePlus Watch 3 is expected to come in at least two color options, one of which might echo the “Radiant Steel” finish of its predecessor. The design includes smaller bezels, enhancing the visual appeal and screen real estate. The smartwatch is slated for a global rollout in the first quarter of 2025, giving OnePlus enthusiasts something to look forward to at the start of the year.
Conclusion
The OnePlus Watch 3 is shaping up to be quite an impressive entry within the smartwatch segment as it will fix some critical areas of complaint and the biggest user requests. With its increased battery life, a working rotating crown, and maybe some health and connectivity features, the OnePlus Watch 3 has all the ingredients to raise the bar on what users will expect from their wearables in 2025. If these leaks are anything to go by, OnePlus is certainly on a track to iterate and expand its smartwatch offerings to appeal to tech enthusiasts and health-conscious users alike.
Image: Smartprix
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