Handset maker OnePlus has released a fresh teaser for a new smartwatch with the caption "It's about 𝑡𝑖𝑚𝑒," suggesting the imminent launch of the company's next smartwatch, succeeding the original OnePlus Watch which was introduced back in 2021. The upcoming smartwatch from OnePlus, as per credible tipster Max Jambor, would be equipped with WearOS. The purported OnePlus Watch 2 is set to premiere at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) in Barcelona on February 26th. This date aligns with the deadline for the OnePlus watch contest in the OnePlus community, also ending on February 26th.
OnePlus Watch 2 Specs And Features (Expected)
According to previous rumours and leaks, the OnePlus Watch 2 is expected to boast a 1.43-inch AMOLED display, an increase from the previous 1.39-inch screen on The original OnePlus Watch. The smartwatch is anticipated to maintain its circular dial, metal casing, and two side buttons, along with a speaker grille for Bluetooth calling, as indicated by the already leaked renders.
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Other anticipated features include the continuation of GPS functionality, along with 5ATM + IP68 water and dust resistance. Additionally, owing to its expected transition to WearOS from RTOS, the OnePlus Watch 2 may come equipped with a larger battery compared to the 402mAh battery found in the first OnePlus Watch.
Notably, OnePlus India has shared a teaser of a smartwatch on X, formerly Twitter, indicating that pricing and availability details for the Indian market may be disclosed during the event.
This launch on OnePlus Watch 2 is poised to compete with the Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 series and the Pixel Watch 2 in India. Whether it will be priced lower than these competitors remains to be seen, with answers expected in just a few days.