A Time for Redemption. OnePlus Teases the OnePlus Watch 2, Promising to ‘Do It Right’ this Time
After a mixed reception for its first smartwatch in 2021, OnePlus is back with a teaser for its second iteration, the OnePlus Watch 2. The company vows to make amends and is set to unveil what it claims will be a cooler and more impressive device.
OnePlus Watch 2 Teaser Unveiled
Sharing the teaser image on its X account, OnePlus writes, “It’s about time.” While the official name is yet to be confirmed, speculation points towards the OnePlus Watch 2, supported by the distinctive round display panel and dual buttons in the teaser image.
Sneak Peek into Specifications
Sources hint at a 1.43-inch AMOLED screen and a Snapdragon W5 Gen 1 processor for the OnePlus Watch 2. Notably, Max Jambor, a reliable source, predicts the smartwatch’s grand reveal on February 26, adding to the anticipation.
Design Unveiled
Despite the teaser’s limited information, leaked renders align with the design, showcasing a stainless steel chassis with prominent hardware buttons on the right. OnePlus emphasizes the use of a sapphire crystal to protect the circular display.
Operating System Dilemma
OnePlus remains silent on whether the OnePlus Watch 2 features Wear OS. Leaks, however, suggest it will run Wear OS 4, contributing to the growing competition in the wearable platform segment, currently dominated by Samsung and Google.
Battery Boldness
Boasting a 100-hour battery life claim in Smart Mode, OnePlus aims to set a new standard. While skepticism exists about retaining “smart” functions, if successful, this moonshot could redefine expectations in the smartwatch segment.
Aesthetic Choices
Official renders reveal two color options for the OnePlus Watch 2 – classic all-black and a raw stainless steel finish with a green strap, aligning with OnePlus 12’s emerald green shade. Aesthetic coherence appears to be a neat strategy by OnePlus.
Release Date Speculation
Leaker Max Jambor suggests a potential launch date for the OnePlus Watch 2 on February 26, 2024, adding to the excitement surrounding the upcoming device.
Price Point Expectations
Building on the success of its predecessor’s affordability, OnePlus aims to keep the Watch 2 competitive in a bustling market, taking on rivals like the Apple Watch 9, Google Pixel Watch 2, and Samsung Galaxy Watch 6. Stay tuned for more updates on its features and pricing.
