OnePlus has officially unveiled the OnePlus Watch 3, elevating its smartwatch game with an array of premium features and enhancements over its predecessor, the OnePlus Watch 2, which debuted in February 2024. Designed to blend aesthetics with functionality, the latest flagship smartwatch boasts a stunning 1.5-inch LTPO AMOLED display, complete with an always-on feature for seamless access to information.
OnePlus has reinforced the design with a durable titanium alloy bezel, ensuring both style and sturdiness. Health tracking takes centre stage with the OnePlus Watch 3, allowing users to perform a comprehensive health check-in within 60 seconds. Battery life remains a standout feature, with the company promising an impressive 5-day longevity on a single charge, making it a reliable companion for fitness enthusiasts and professionals.
Cutting-Edge Display and Design
Sporting a vibrant 1.5-inch (460×460 pixels) LTPO AMOLED display, the OnePlus Watch 3 delivers a peak brightness of 2,200 nits, ensuring crystal-clear readability in any lighting condition. The sapphire crystal glass cover, paired with titanium alloy bezels, enhances durability. Certified with MIL-STD-810H standards and an IP68 rating, the watch is built to withstand dust, water, and extreme conditions, with water resistance up to 5 ATM.
Performance & Software
Under the hood, the OnePlus Watch 3 is powered by the Snapdragon W5 processor, complemented by a BES2800BP MCU hybrid architecture. With 32GB of onboard storage, the smartwatch operates on Google’s Wear OS 5, alongside a Real-Time Operating System (RTOS) for optimised performance, enabling an always-on display and seamless background activity.
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Comprehensive Health & Fitness Tracking
Equipped with an advanced optical heart rate sensor, wrist temperature sensor, and optical pulse oximeter, the OnePlus Watch 3 provides extensive health monitoring. It tracks blood oxygen levels, sleep quality, vascular health, and overall well-being via the OHealth app. Users can also sync with Google Health Connect and Strava, while gaining access to over 100 sports modes, including 10 professional-grade fitness modes.
Connectivity & Battery Life
The OnePlus Watch 3 is well-equipped with dual-band GPS (L1+L5), Beidou, Galileo, GLONASS, and QZSS for precise location tracking. Additional connectivity options include Bluetooth 5.2, dual-band Wi-Fi, NFC, and Bluetooth calling. Mobile payments are also streamlined with Google Wallet support.
Battery performance remains a highlight, with OnePlus promising up to 5 days in smart mode and an extended 16-day lifespan in power saver mode, ensuring longevity without frequent recharges. With a perfect blend of premium materials, robust health tracking, and seamless connectivity, the OnePlus Watch 3 is a compelling choice for those seeking both style and substance in a smartwatch.
Pricing & Availability
The OnePlus Watch 3 is priced at $329 (approximately ₹29,000) in the US. Buyers can take advantage of a $30 (roughly ₹2,600) coupon discount, while an additional $50 (roughly ₹4,300) can be slashed when trading in an older smartwatch. Pre-orders are now live, with deliveries set to commence on February 25. The smartwatch arrives in two elegant colourways – Emerald Titanium and Obsidian Titanium, offering a refined and sophisticated look.
