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OnePlus 10 Pro

OnePlus 10 Pro Now Available In India, Bullets Wireless Z2 Debut Alongside: Check Price, Specifications

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On Thursday, the company released the OnePlus 10 Pro, its latest flagship phone. The Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 SoC in the OnePlus phone is rated to deliver four times faster artificial intelligence (AI) processing and 25% more efficient graphics performance than the previous-generation Snapdragon chip. In addition, the smartphone has a faster charging time. The OnePlus 10 Pro will fight against the Samsung Galaxy S22 and the iPhone 13 based on its specifications and cost. The OnePlus Buds Pro Radiant Silver colour option was also launched by the business.

Specifications and Features

The back of the OnePlus 10 Pro is made of glass. Corning Gorilla Glass 5 is what it’s called. Volcanic black and Emerald Forest are the two colour options for the phone. The black variant is frosted and matte, while the green version is sparkling and anti-glare. According to OnePlus, both are fingerprint-resistant. Ceramic is used to cover the “large” camera module. Metal is used for the outside frame. The OnePlus 10 Pro is 8.5mm thick and weighs 201 grammes.

The face of the OnePlus 9 Pro is virtually unaltered. The OnePlus 10 Pro boasts a 6.7-inch 1440p AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, the same as its predecessor. According to OnePlus, the phone uses a second-generation LTPO panel, which should allow for faster switching — between 1Hz and 120Hz – depending on available content. The screen also has Corning Gorilla Glass Victus protection and dual colour calibration for ostensibly higher accuracy. An in-display fingerprint scanner handles biometrics.

OnePlus 10 Pro
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The OnePlus 10 Pro is powered by Qualcomm’s top-of-the-line Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 processor. This comes with up to 12GB of LPDDR5 RAM and 256GB of UFS3.1 storage. This can’t be expanded. The OnePlus 10 Pro will be released globally with OxygenOS 12.1 based on Android 12. (in China uses ColorOS 12.1).
The OnePlus 10 Pro retains the primary (48MP, Sony IMX789) and tertiary (8MP telephoto) cameras from the OnePlus 9 Pro. A 50MP sensor lies behind a larger 150-degree field-of-view lens in the secondary ultrawide-angle camera, which is getting an upgrade. Users will be able to shoot at a maximum angle of 150 degrees (with Fisheye) or up to 110 degrees (without Fisheye) (with distortion correction).

OnePlus has maintained its previous cooperation with Hasselblad (now in its second generation). There are also some new camera features, such as the ability to shoot in 10bit colour throughout the triple camera system and up to 12bit colour in Hasselblad Pro Mode. Raw Plus is also supported on the OnePlus 10 Pro, which means you’ll be able to save in RAW and a processed JPEG at the same time.

The OnePlus 10 Pro includes a 32MP camera on the front. A 5,000mAh battery with 80W SuperVOOC wired and 50W AirVOOC wireless charging completes the set.
The OnePlus Bullets Wireless Z2 will be released initially in India. These neckband-style wireless headphones are a natural follow-up to the original OnePlus Bullets.

They have 12.4 mm drivers and are sweat and water-resistant to IP55. They’re rated to play music for up to 20 hours on a single charge, and they just take 10 minutes to charge.

Price and Availability

The base 8GB + 128GB storage option of the OnePlus 10Pro costs Rs. 66,999 in India. The phone is also available in a 12GB + 256GB storage option, which costs Rs. 71,999. Emerald Forest and Volcanic Black are the two colour options available.

The 8GB + 128GB storage option of the OnePlus 10 Pro costs EUR 899 (approximately Rs. 75,500) globally.

This year, OnePlus launched the OnePlus 9 Pro at a price of Rs. 64,999 for the 8GB + 128GB storage option. The 12GB + 256GB storage model went up to Rs. 69,999.
The 8GB + 128GB edition of the OnePlus 10 Pro was released in China in January for CNY 4,699 (approximately Rs. 56,100). It was also available in 8GB + 256GB for CNY 4,999 (approximately Rs. 59,700) and 12GB + 256GB for CNY 5,299 (about Rs. 59,700). (roughly Rs. 63,200).

The OnePlus Bullets Wireless Z2 costs Rs. 1,999 in India, the same as the original OnePlus Bullets Wireless Z, which was released in 2020. Beam Blue and Magico Black are the two colours offered for the earbuds.
Radiant Silver OnePlus Buds Pro is priced at Rs. 9,990, the same as the standard OnePlus Buds Pro.

Starting April 5, the OnePlus 10 Pro will be available for buy in India. A silver version of the OnePlus Bullets Wireless Z2 and Buds Pro Radiant will be available on April 5.

OnePlus TV Y1S

OnePlus TV Y1S, OnePlus TV Y1S Edge With Android TV 11, Dolby Audio Now Available in India.

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Today, the OnePlus TV Y1S and TV Y1S Edge were released in India (Thursday, February 17). HDR10+, HDR10, and HLG formats are supported on the OnePlus TV Y1S and TV Y1S Edge. Both are powered by Android TV 11 and have Dolby Audio support. The OnePlus Y1S TV is equipped with 20W full-range stereo speakers, while the OnePlus TV Y1S Edge is equipped with 24W full-range stereo speakers. The auto low latency mode (ALLM) on the OnePlus smart TVs is said to improve gaming performance.

Specifications and Features

Both the OnePlus TV Y1S and TV Y1S Edge are smart TVs that come pre-installed with Android TV 11. Both come with a 32-inch and a 43-inch display. The former has a high-definition resolution, while the latter has a full-HD one. Both smart TVs support HDR10, HDR10+, and HLG formats. TUV Rheinland has also certified the displays for low blue light emission.

ALLM is a feature on the OnePlus TV Y1S and TV Y1S Edge that is said to improve the gaming experience for users. Google Assistant is also available on smart TVs. Users can use the Smart Manager to control a variety of smart TV functions, including system speed and storage space. Users will be able to connect their smartphones to their televisions and use them as a remote control with the OnePlus Connect 2.0. The TV Y1S series features dual-band Wi-Fi with 5GHz band support for connectivity.

OnePlus TV Y1S
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Dolby audio is supported on smart TVs. A 20W stereo speaker is standard on both models, while a 24W stereo speaker is standard on the TV Y1S Edge. With both smart TVs, OxygenPlay 2.0 is included, an aggregation platform offering 230 live channels. A Game Mode is also included with the smart TVs, which activate ALLM and promises to provide an immersive experience. The Kids Mode includes a watch timer that limits how long you can watch TV and an Eye Comfort Mode that improves your digital well-being.

Price and Availability

The 32-inch OnePlus Y1S TV costs Rs 16,499, while the 43-inch TV costs Rs 26,999. The OnePlus Y1S Edge costs Rs 16,999, while the 43-inch TV costs Rs 27,999. The 32-inch OnePlus Y1S TV will be available for purchase on February 21, while the 43-inch model will be available on March 2. Starting February 21, the TV Y1S Edge will be available. The OnePlus Y1S will be sold on Amazon India, Flipkart, and OnePlus.in. The OnePlus Y1S Edge will be available at Reliance Digital and Croma stores, as well as on the OnePlus’ Indian website.

About The Company

In late 2013, two former Oppo employees founded OnePlus, a new smartphone company. Their goal was to create OnePlus phones that checked all the boxes for Android fans: great design, powerful specs, the fastest and most lightweight software, and a low price. With the launch of the OnePlus One in 2014, the dream became a reality.
OnePlus has grown from its humble beginnings as an online-only niche smartphone manufacturer to a global powerhouse since then. When you take a step back and realize it’s only been a little over eight years, it’s quite an accomplishment.

OnePlus 9RT

OnePlus 9RT With Snapdragon 888 SoC, 50-Megapixel Triple Cameras Has Been Released: Check Price And Specifications.

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The OnePlus 9RT, the company’s newest smartphone in the OnePlus 9 series, was released on October 13th. AMOLED display with 120 Hz refresh rate and Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 octa-core processor. At its live event, OnePlus also unveiled the OnePlus Buds Z2 alongside the OnePlus 9RT. The company’s new True Wireless Stereo (TWS) earbuds have 11mm drivers and support Active Noise Canceling (ANC). The OnePlus Buds Z2 has a latency of 94 milliseconds, which is lower than the original OnePlus Buds Z’s 103 milliseconds.

OnePlus 9RT: Specifications And Features

The OnePlus 9RT has a 6.62-inch AMOLED E4 display with a 1080 x 2400 pixel Full HD+ resolution. A 120Hz refresh rate, 397 PPI pixel density, HDR 10+ support, P3 Display color gamut, up to 1300 nits of peak brightness, and Corning Gorilla Glass protection are all features of the display panel. The device is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 octa-core processor under the hood. The smartphone, as previously stated, has up to 12GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage. On the software front, the device comes pre-installed with Android 12 and ColorOS 12.
The OnePlus 9RT has a triple camera setup that includes a 50MP main camera (Sony IMX766) with OIS and EIS support, as well as a 20MP secondary camera (Sony IMX766) with OIS and EIS support. A 16MP wide-angle lens and a 2MP macro camera are included with the 50MP camera. The smartphone comes with a 16MP selfie camera on the front. On the left side of the device is a warning slider. The phone comes with an infrared fingerprint sensor for added security.
The OnePlus 9RT has a UFS 3.1 storage capacity of up to 256GB. 5G, 4G LTE, WiFi 6, Bluetooth v5.2, GPS/AGPS, NFC, and a USB TypeC port are among the connectivity options. Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, gyroscope, magnetometer, and proximity sensor come in the onboard sensors.
On the OnePlus 9RT, OnePlus has included two stereo speakers as well as Dolby Atmos support. The phone has a 4,500mAh dual-cell battery with 65T Warp Charge fast charging capability. It also has dimensions of 162.2×74.6×8.29 mm and a weight of 198.5 grams.

OnePlus 9RT
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OnePlus Buds Z2: Specifications And Features

The 11mm dynamic drivers in the OnePlus Buds Z2 are slightly larger than the 10mm driver unit in the OnePlus Buds Z. The earbuds also have Bluetooth v5.2 connectivity, which is said to have a 94-millisecond latency rate. The new OnePlus Buds TWS earphones have ANC support, which reduces noise by up to 40dB for a better audio experience. For ANC and voice calls, there are three microphones.
The Buds Z2 earphones, according to OnePlus, have a battery life of up to 38 hours on a single charge. The earphones have a 40mAh battery that is rated to provide up to seven hours of playback time. In the charging case, the company has included a 520mAh battery, which will affect the overall battery life.
Although the charging case is IPX4 certified, the OnePlus Buds Z2 TWS earbuds are IP55 certified.
The OnePlus Buds Z2, like the OnePlus Buds Z and many other earphones in this category, have touch controls and a transparency mode to help users hear background noise when needed. Each of the OnePlus Buds Z2 earphones is 33×22.44×21.81mm and weighs 4.5 grams. The included charging case is 40.5 grams and measures 73.15×36.80×29.07 mm.

Price And Availability Details

The OnePlus 9RT comes in three colors: silver, black, and blue. The OnePlus 9RT 8GB RAM model with 128GB internal storage costs CNY 3299 (roughly Rs 38,500), while the 8GB/12GB RAM and 256GB internal storage models cost CNY 3499 (roughly Rs 40,900) and CNY 3799 (roughly Rs 44,400) respectively. From October 19, the smartphone will have a starting price at CNY 499. (roughly Rs. 5,800). From October 19, the earbuds will be available for purchase in China. Customers who buy the OnePlus Buds Z2 on the first day of the sale will receive a CNY 100 discount.

OxygenOS

OnePlus Combines OxygenOS And Oppo’s ColorOS In Order To ‘improve’ User Experience.

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OnePlus has announced the merger of its OxygenOS and Oppo’s ColorOS in order to “improve efficiency and standardize the software experience” across devices. The Chinese company’s latest move comes just a few weeks after it announced its formal operational merger with Oppo. OnePlus and Oppo, both owned by the Guangdong-based conglomerate BBK Electronics, have been collaborating for quite some time. However, after integrating their research and development (R&D) resources, the companies decided to make their collaboration public.

Merging OxygenOS and Oppo’s ColorOS

OnePlus announced the merger of OxygenOS and ColorOS in a forum post, emphasizing that the change will occur at the codebase level. This means that, for the time being, end users are unlikely to notice any significant changes. “OxygenOS remains the OS for global OnePlus users as always,” the company said, “but now built on a more stable and stronger platform.”

OxygenOS
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OnePlus also stated that the update will be applied to new devices in the future while existing devices that are still on the maintenance schedule will receive the codebase-level integration between OxygenOS and ColorOS via an over-the-air (OTA) update alongside Android 12.

The Shifts Expected Along With This Collaboration

The change is expected to assist OnePlus in delivering stable and timely software updates, which the company desperately needs to focus on given the issues it introduced with previous updates and the time it takes to update older hardware.

OnePlus has also announced an improved software maintenance schedule in which it will provide three major Android updates and four years of security updates to flagship phones such as the T and R models, as well as the OnePlus 8 and newer phones. However, in the case of the original OnePlus Nord and subsequent Nord models, as well as the OnePlus Nord CE 5G, the company has decided to provide two major Android updates and three years of security updates.

Importantly, OnePlus’s improved maintenance schedule will not apply to its previous flagship devices, which will continue to follow the original timeline, which included two major Android updates and three years of security updates. OnePlus replaced its native HydrogenOS with Oppo’s ColorOS for all Chinese variants of its flagship models earlier this year. This came months after OnePlus and Oppo had more deeply integrated their R&D resources.

It is currently unknown where OnePlus will take OxygenOS and how long it will remain distinct from ColorOS. The latest integration also calls into question OnePlus’s long-promoted independence, despite the fact that it is a subsidiary of BBK Electronics and shares resources with Oppo.

OnePlus Integrating With Oppo

OnePlus CEO Pete Lau has announced a “new journey” for the company, which includes plans to “further integrate our organization with Oppo.” It appears to be a bold move for OnePlus. OnePlus rose to prominence through rebellious marketing and hype-driven online retail strategies, positioning itself as a smarter alternative to larger smartphone brands.

However, it remained a private company with ownership ties to Oppo and the shadowy BBK Electronics empire, and it was clear from OnePlus’ phones that there were still some ties to Oppo. Components such as display panels appeared to be identical, and even ostensibly proprietary technology such as the Dash fast-charging system was cross-compatible with Oppo.

OnePlus, according to Lau, will continue to operate independently despite further integration with Oppo. However, he has not specified what will be integrated, and given the existing similarities between the two brands’ products, it is unclear what this will actually mean for consumers. Lau says OnePlus will continue to run its own events and customer feedback channels, but that Oppo’s larger resources will allow OnePlus to be more efficient with software updates.

If you’re a fan of OnePlus, however, there’s no reason to think the closer ties are a bad thing. The company has long abandoned its “flagship killer” roots, now competing at the high end with expensive “Pro” phones while offering a range of lower-to-mid-range Nord devices. Oppo, on the other hand, releases far more phones per year (mostly in Asia), but its high-end flagships are every bit as good. So far, my favorite phone of the year is the Find X3 Pro.

Whether OnePlus would admit it or not, the company has long been associated with Oppo. The biggest difference here is that OnePlus is now saying it out loud — while tightening the relationship even more.

OnePlus 9 Pro

OnePlus 9, OnePlus 9 Pro, OnePlus 9R, and OnePlus Watch launched at a virtual event.

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The wait is over for the flagship smartphones launched by the Chinese company this year. OnePlus has launched the OnePlus 9 and OnePlus 9 Pro through an online event along with the OnePlus 9R and the much-awaited and anticipated OnePlus Watch. The new flagship products of the company are going to be powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 888. The new smartphones are also going to have their camera system designed by the Swedish company, Hasselblad. Smartphones by OnePlus have never failed to amaze up with their stunning camera quality. So, this time let’s see what’s in the store for us!

The OnePlus 9 and OnePlus 9 Pro are designed to be the upgraded version of the OnePlus 8T and the OnePlus 8 Pro respectively. Both the new flagship smartphones have 120Hz displays. OnePlus has also launched the OnePlus 9R at a comparatively affordable rate getting a similar experience in 9 and 9 Pro. Apart from the smartphones, the OnePlus Watch also has impressive features like Warp Charge first charging support. So, let’s have a detailed look at these newly launched gadgets.

Specifications of OnePlus 9

OnePlus 9 will be fueled by Android 11 along with OxygenOS 11. The phone has a 6.55 inch AMOLED full HD display. The aspect ratio is 20:9 with a refresh rate of 120Hz. The screen is protected by a 3D Corning Gorilla Glass. The processor of the OnePlus 9 is an octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 SoC along with 8GB and 12GB of LPDDR5 RAM (Gadgets 360). The phone has an enhanced multi-layered cooling system which is called OnePlus Cool Play.

Undoubtedly, the new OnePlus 9 will become a top choice for many aspiring photographers out there. The camera system of the phone consists of a triple rear camera, a secondary sensor with a wide-angle, and a monochrome sensor. The primary sensor is the 48 megapixel Sony IMX689 with an aperture of f/1.8 and electronic image stabilization (EIS). The secondary camera has a 50 megapixel Sony IMX766 with the ultra wide-angle freeform lens of aperture f/2.2. The monochrome lens is 2 megapixels. The selfie camera of the OnePlus 9 is a 16-megapixel Sony IMX471 sensor with an aperture of f/2.4.

OnePlus 9 Pro
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The smartphone doesn’t support storage expansion through an external SD card but the inbuilt memory is either 128GB or 256GB UFS 3.1. Connectivity options are 5G, 4G LTE, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.2, GPS/ A-GPS, NFC, and a USB Type-C port. The phone supports Warp Charge 65T fast charging and has a 4500mAh battery. The speaker system of the OnePlus 9 has Dolby Atmos support. The 8GB + 128GB variant is priced at Rs 49,999 and the 12GB + 256GB variant is priced at Rs 54,999 in India.

Specifications of OnePlus 9 Pro and OnePlus 9R

The OnePlus 9 Pro runs on the same OS as the OnePlus 9. The size of the phone’s display is 6.7 inches and is paired with low-temperature polycrystalline oxide (LTPO) technology which enables the smart 120Hz feature. This technology automatically decreases the power consumption by 50 percent. OnePlus 9 Pro also comes with Hyper Touch support which increases the touch-responsive rate to 360Hz. This feature is very helpful for gamers, especially those who want to have a better experience from playing mobile games. Apart from the Snapdragon 888 SoC, the phone has either 8GB or 12GB LPDDR5 RAM.

The camera system of the OnePlus 9 Pro is the same as that of the OnePlus 9 except the former has an additional 8-megapixel telephoto shooter. Sensors consist of an accelerometer, ambient light sensor, gyroscope, magnetometer, laser sensor, and a proximity sensor along with an in-display fingerprint sensor (Gadgets 360). The 8GB + 128GB variant is priced at Rs 64,999 and the 12GB + 256GB variant is priced at Rs 69,999 in India. Both the OnePlus 9 and OnePlus 9 Pro can be preordered from the company’s online stores.

OnePlus 9R will also run on the same OS but will be powered by Snapdragon 870SoC. The phone will have a 6.5 inch OLED display with 8GB RAM and 128GB internal storage. The camera system comprises a 48-megapixel rear camera. The 8GB + 128GB variant is priced at Rs 39,999 and the 12GB + 256GB variant is priced at Rs 43,999 in India.

Specifications of OnePlus Watch

With a 1.39 inch AMOLED display, the OnePlus Watch will also feature a 2.5D curved glass protection. One can receive voice calls and app notifications directly from the watch and can also change OnePlus’s phone settings.  According to the company, the watch is capable of turning off your OnePlus television thirty minutes after it detects that you are asleep or lower the volume of the TV when you get an incoming call on your connected phone. The watch also has 110 workout modes, SpO2 monitoring, stress detection, etc. The price of the OnePlus watch is Rs 16,999 in India.

OnePlus 9R 5G

OnePlus to Incorporate Gaming Triggers in its New 9R 5G to Better the Experience for the Gamers

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OnePlus smartphones are known for their high definition camera quality, and with every new launch, it has something exciting to offer. The company is now all set to launch its flagship smartphone in India, which too, is going to incorporate the gaming triggers for its client base who love to play games on their smartphones. The company will launch its 5G smartphone, the OnePlus 9R, in India on 23rd March, and it has already revealed the first look of the product through a teaser on its official Twitter account.

OnePlus 9R 5G

A few days ago, OnePlus confirmed the launch date for its flagship smartphone, 9R 5G, in India, i.e. 23rd of March. The smartphone that claims to provide a “robust flagship experience” to its users, will share the launch date with two other smartphones from the OnePlus 9 series, i.e. OnePlus 9 and OnePlus 9 Pro phones.

OnePlus CEO, Pete Lau, revealed that the premium device is going to offer support for 5G and will provide “smooth scrolling, immersive gaming controls, and a superior viewing experience.” The company claimed that it wants to reach a wider range of customers, so the prices are going to be quite affordable. Though Lau did not give any numbers about the prices, he confirmed that the premium smartphones will be under a mid-price range.

“With the OnePlus 9R, we are looking to go even further to bring out a balanced handset with the latest technology and class-leading industrial design that can deliver a superior user experience overall and can also offer fast and smooth experiences for daily usage and heavy gameplay,” Lau said.

OnePlus 9R 5G Features

According to some of the reports, the new premium smartphone is mounted with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 690 processor. But believing some other sources, it will come with Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 865 SoC. The OnePlus 9R 5G is going to have a 90Hz display and will offer a high refresh rate display. The smartphone is also going to boast an HD+ resolution screen. Like its other contemporaries, the teaser reveals multiple rear cameras, and the front camera will be a punch-hole design. Also, the OnePlus 9 series smartphones will have a 4,500mAh battery with 65W fast charging support.

OnePlus 9R 5G
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Good News for the Gamers

OnePlus has confirmed that the OnePlus 9R 5G will be a special phone. It will provide support for 5G technology, but at the same time, it will be enhancing the gaming experience for game lovers as the new phone is incorporated with gaming triggers. Though these triggers are not quite visible in the OnePlus teaser it has posted on its official Twitter account, a picture posted by @thebookisclosed has given more than a hint about the triggers. Some of the reports have also confirmed that the smartphone is going to have those gaming triggers.

From the picture, we have concluded that the triggers are detachable. But the picture doesn’t give any information on if the smartphone will come with some other gaming accessories, or the gaming triggers are the only accessories that the users will get. Also, there is no hint on whether the other two flagship mobiles, i.e. OnePlus 9 and 9 Pro, will also be able to run the gaming triggers, or these are only built exclusively for 9R.

The games like PUBG, Fornite, and FreeFire have given a boost to smartphone gameplay. The launch of a smartphone with gaming triggers can be good news for gamers. The speculations are that the new OnePlus 9R will enter into a competition with other gaming smartphones like ASUS ROG and Black Shark.