Introducing the OnePlus Watch 3: A Comprehensive Review
The highly anticipated OnePlus Watch 3 has officially launched, and we’re excited to provide our first insights. While the device was disclosed just days ago, there has been a hiccup in its release schedule due to a production error that mistakenly labeled it ‘Meda in China.’ As a result, consumer shipments have been pushed back to April.
Fortunately, this glitch did not hinder our ability to test the review unit. Let’s delve into what the OnePlus Watch 3 has to offer.
Unboxing and Design Evolution
The OnePlus Watch 3 comes equipped with a magnetic charging dock, complete with user documentation. The charger is composed of two parts: a USB cable along with its magnetic connector — an aesthetically pleasing design!
This smartwatch retains the striking aesthetics of its predecessor while incorporating significant upgrades. The most notable improvement is that the rotating crown now actively interacts with the interface—unlike its forerunner where it served no functional purpose.
Durability Features and Material Quality
The casing of this watch continues to feature robust stainless steel construction, holding an IP68 rating for dust and water resistance along with MIL-STD-810H certification designed for extreme temperatures ranging between -40°C up to +70°C. It can also withstand immersion up to depths of 50 meters.
An additional highlight is its titanium bezel which flawlessly aligns with scratch-resistant sapphire glass rated above 8 on the Mohs hardness scale—a fantastic safeguard against everyday wear-and-tear!
Performance and Battery Life
Beneath its stylish exterior lies powerful technology—the OnePlus Watch 3 runs on Qualcomm’s Snapdragon W5 Gen 1 chipset paired with Wear OS software. It features a sizeable battery at 648 mAh that promises up to five days under normal operating conditions or three days when utilizing intensive functions associated with Wear OS.
A standout characteristic unfolds in how this smartwatch manages dual operating systems. Thanks to an integrated BES2800 co-processor alongside custom software solutions, users can extend battery life significantly—offering up an impressive longevity of up to sixteen days!
Pricing and Availability
The anticipated release price for the OnePlus Watch 3 stands at $329 or €349 / £319—with shipping commencing later than expected in April due to prior mentioned manufacturing logistics complications.
