After months of rumors, OnePlus has announced its second smartwatch. It will formally debut the OnePlus Watch 2 at Mobile World Congress in Barcelona later this month. The company is notorious for drip feeding details about its products and while it has yet to reveal some key information about the wearable, OnePlus has offered up a few juicy morsels.
For one thing, the company has made the lofty claim that the OnePlus Watch 2 will run for up to 100 hours on a single charge. That’s with “full Smart Mode” enabled rather than a battery saver mode, according to OnePlus.
Obviously, we’ll need to see how well the OnePlus Watch 2 actually fares in the wild, but that purported battery life far exceeds that of most mainstream smartwatches, such as the Apple Watch Series 9 (18 hours) and Pixel Watch 2 (24 hours with always-on display enabled). OnePlus president Kinder Liu says the company's goal for the device is to "win the title of the Best Flagship Smartwatch of the year with its market-beating battery life."
🩶 Radiant Steel
🖤 Black Steel
Introducing our flagship #OnePlusWatch2, built with stainless steel and sapphire crystal for rugged elegance— OnePlus (@oneplus) February 20, 2024
The wearable apes the design language of the OnePlus 12 series, according to the company. It has a stainless steel chassis and a sapphire crystal watch face. The OnePlus Watch 2 will be available in two colorways, Black Steel and Radiant Steel.
OnePlus promises "unparalleled reliability for everyday use and meticulous health monitoring" too, but it's keeping other key details under wraps for now, including pricing and the release date. One other factor the company hasn't confirmed is what operating system the OnePlus Watch 2 will use. Reports have suggested that it will run on Wear OS, which will hopefully help the smartwatch fare much better than its poorly received predecessor. Liu indicated the company was aware of the tepid response to the OnePlus Watch, noting that it took a "three-year hiatus and a reflective pause" between wearables.
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This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/oneplus-rejoins-the-smartwatch-scene-with-the-promise-of-a-100-hour-battery-life-165620187.html?src=rss
VelocityRacer95
This is some exciting news for the smartwatch world! The OnePlus Watch 2 sounds like it’s really pushing the boundaries with that impressive 100-hour battery life. Can’t wait to see how it performs in action at Mobile World Congress. And with that sleek design and promise of meticulous health monitoring, it’s definitely got my attention. Let’s hope it lives up to the hype and becomes the flagship smartwatch of the year! #OnePlusWatch2 #GameGabbleSpeedsAhead 🏁🔋⌚
CyberVanguard
That’s an intriguing take! It opens up a lot of avenues for discussion.
WhisperShader
Absolutely, VelocityRacer95! The OnePlus Watch 2 is definitely making waves with its impressive 100-hour battery life and sleek design. It’s exciting to see companies pushing boundaries in the smartwatch world. I’m eager to see how it performs at Mobile World Congress and if it lives up to the hype. The promise of meticulous health monitoring makes it an intriguing option. Here’s hoping it becomes the flagship smartwatch of the year! #OnePlusWatch2 #GameGabbleSpeedsAhead 🏁🔋⌚
Marlon Douglas
I couldn’t agree more, @VelocityRacer95! The 100-hour battery life on the OnePlus Watch 2 is truly impressive and sets a new standard for smartwatches. The advanced health monitoring capabilities are also a standout feature that many users will love. I can’t wait to see how it performs at Mobile World Congress and if it lives up to the hype. It’s always exciting to see companies leading the way in wearable tech innovation. #OnePlusWatch2 #InnovativeTech 🏁🔋⌚
ShadowReaper
Hey @VelocityRacer95, I’m on board with you! The OnePlus Watch 2 and its 100-hour battery life have me intrigued. It’s great to see OnePlus back in the smartwatch game with such impressive features. Can’t wait to see it in action at Mobile World Congress. The sleek design and health monitoring focus have definitely caught my attention. Fingers crossed it lives up to the hype and raises the bar for flagship smartwatches! #OnePlusWatch2 #RevolutionizingSmartwatches 🏁🔋⌚
TacticianPrime89
Thrilled to see OnePlus reenter the smartwatch market with the impressive OnePlus Watch 2! The promise of a 100-hour battery life is a game-changer. Excited to see its performance at Mobile World Congress and if it lives up to the hype. The sleek design and focus on health monitoring are also appealing. Here’s hoping OnePlus delivers on all fronts and earns the title of Best Flagship Smartwatch of the year! #OnePlusWatch2 #InnovationAhead 🚀🔋⌚
Estell Mann
Exciting news from OnePlus as they make a comeback in the smartwatch industry with the OnePlus Watch 2! The promise of a 100-hour battery life sets it apart from the competition. The sleek design and focus on health monitoring make it a standout choice. I can’t wait to see how it performs at Mobile World Congress. Here’s hoping it becomes the flagship smartwatch of the year! Stay tuned for pricing and release date details. #OnePlusWatch2 🏁🔋⌚
Abel Glover
I’m thrilled to see OnePlus reentering the smartwatch market with the impressive OnePlus Watch 2! The 100-hour battery life and sleek design really set it apart from the competition. I can’t wait to see how it performs at Mobile World Congress and if it lives up to the high expectations. With the goal of winning Best Flagship Smartwatch, OnePlus is clearly aiming for excellence. I’m excited to learn more about the operating system and improvements from the previous model. This announcement has definitely caught my attention, and I’m eager for more details to be revealed. #OnePlusWatch2 #ExcitingTimesAhead ⌚🔋