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Phone Arena
4 days ago
- Business
- Phone Arena
OnePlus 13s brings big features in a small body – and locks them to one market only
OnePlus is getting ready to launch its new compact phone, the OnePlus 13s, and we already know pretty much everything about it – from specs to features. And yeah, it is kind of a small powerhouse, at least on paper. But if you were hoping to get one, you are probably going to be disappointed because, once again, availability isn't OnePlus' strong suit. Yep, the OnePlus 13s is not coming to the US or Europe. It is staying exclusive to India. And that's not all – a couple of new AI features, which will eventually roll out to the flagship OnePlus 13, also won't be available in the US or Europe. A bummer, I why is that? Well, there could be plenty of reasons, but I have a few ideas. Sure, OnePlus risks losing market share and alienating loyal customers in major Western markets, which could definitely hurt its global brand image. But at the same time, this could actually be a smart move on its part. By keeping the launch India-only, OnePlus can focus on a massive and rapidly growing market, test new features in a less regulated environment and avoid the crazy number of patent disputes and complex legal hurdles that are super common in the US and Europe. Plus, let's not forget how strict these markets are when it comes to data privacy – think GDPR in Europe – and how often tech companies end up stuck in legal messes over algorithms or features that process personal data. Skipping these regions could save OnePlus a ton of time, money and headaches. Still, the phone itself is very tempting. And if you are seriously considering getting your hands on it, importing might be your only option. But even then, you'll need to be careful. The biggest issue? Network incompatibility. Phones are made with specific cellular bands and frequencies for their target markets. So if you grab the Indian variant and try to use it on AT&T, T-Mobile or Verizon in the US, there is a chance you'll run into problems – like poor or no signal, slower speeds or missing 5G support altogether. And that's definitely not ideal, right? The OnePlus 13s in Black Velvet. | Image credit – OnePlus That said, let's dive into what makes the OnePlus 13s interesting. It has a 6.3-inch display, which definitely counts as small by today's standards – especially when you think about how most phones from China now push beyond 6.5 inches. The panel supports up to 1600 nits of peak brightness and an adaptive 1-120Hz refresh rate. One feature I really like is Aqua Touch Glove Mode. It's pretty self-explanatory: you can use the phone even when it is wet or while wearing gloves. The design? Also worth talking about. The 13s is basically the same device as the OnePlus 13T that launched earlier this year in China, but with a few small differences. It weighs 185 grams, is 8.1mm thick and has a 50/50 weight distribution. That means the heavier components are placed on the bottom half to balance out the camera-heavy top, which should result in a better, more comfortable in-hand feel. Black Velvet Pink Satin Green Silk The phone will be available in three colors. | Image credit – OnePlus On the back, you'll find two cameras – a 50 MP main and a 50 MP telephoto. Up front, there is a 32 MP selfie camera with autofocus. Under the hood, the phone uses the same chipset found in the bigger OnePlus 13 and in some of the best Android flagship phones out there, like Samsung's Galaxy S25 series. Yep, it is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite. The battery is surprisingly big for a phone this size – 5,850 mAh – and it supports 80W SuperVOOC charging. OnePlus is promising impressive battery life and with that size, I totally believe it. There is also a new hardware feature worth noting: the Plus Key. This is OnePlus' first step toward building a personalized AI experience. With it, you can activate something called Plus Mind – basically a space to store stuff that's important to you. I imagine it is similar to Nothing's Essential Space that launched with the Phone (3a) Pro. For context, Nothing's version is an AI 'memory' system that saves your screenshots, voice notes and more – all in one place. So, Plus Mind is launching first with the OnePlus 13s and is coming to the OnePlus 13 sometime later. However, no timeline has been shared just yet. But one thing is clear – it is not coming to devices in the US and Europe. The OnePlus 13s officially launches on June 5 in India. If you are interested, keep an eye out for pricing and availability updates.
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Business Standard
4 days ago
- Business Standard
OnePlus 13s: From design to customisable 'Plus' key, what we know so far
OnePlus is gearing up to launch the OnePlus 13s smartphone in India on June 5. Joining the OnePlus 13 and OnePlus 13R in the company's flagship line-up, the 13s will be the most compact model in the series, featuring a 6.32-inch display. Ahead of its official unveiling, OnePlus has revealed several key details about the upcoming device, including its design, performance capabilities, and a new customisable side button. Here's everything we know so far: OnePlus 13s: What we know so far Design: OnePlus has shared official images of the 13s, confirming a flat metal frame design with a vertically stacked dual-camera set-up at the back. Measuring 8.15mm thick and weighing 185g, the company said that the phone is designed for comfortable one-handed use, featuring curved 2.5D glass on both the front and back for a more ergonomic grip. The smartphone will be available in three finishes: Black Velvet, Pink Satin, and an India-exclusive Green Silk. The Green and Pink variants will come with a new 'Velvet Glass' back panel, which OnePlus claims offers a soft-touch feel compared to conventional glass. Replacing the signature Alert Slider, OnePlus is introducing a new customisable 'Plus Key' on the 13s. This programmable button can be set to perform a variety of actions, such as changing sound profiles, launching the camera, toggling the flashlight, starting audio recording, enabling translation, and more. The OnePlus 13s will be the first smartphone from the brand to feature this new button, a change earlier confirmed by OnePlus CEO Pete Lau. Camera: While OnePlus hasn't officially disclosed the rear camera configuration, it has confirmed that the front camera will be a 32MP sensor with Auto Focus (AF). Performance and connectivity: The OnePlus 13s will be powered by Qualcomm's flagship Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, the same processor found in the OnePlus 13. OnePlus has also revealed that the device will feature one of the largest vapour chambers in its segment, along with a unique cooling layer integrated into the back cover, aimed at improving thermal efficiency during prolonged usage. For connectivity, the smartphone will include a dedicated G1 Wi-Fi chipset for stable wireless performance, and a 360-degree antenna system with a total of 11 antennas to ensure consistent signal reception regardless of how the phone is held. Battery: While OnePlus hasn't revealed the battery capacity yet, the company claims that the 13s will offer the best battery performance on any OnePlus phone to date. It is said to support up to 24 hours of WhatsApp call time and 16 hours of Instagram Browse on a single charge. Regarding charging, OnePlus promises a full day's worth of power in just 30 minutes. Lifetime display warranty: The OnePlus 13s will come with a lifetime display warranty for green line issues. Under this initiative, users can get free display replacements if affected—though the warranty does not cover external or user-induced damage. This policy is part of OnePlus' 'Green Line Worry-Free Solution,' which the company extended to existing devices in December last year. OnePlus 13s: Expected specifications
Hindustan Times
19-05-2025
- Hindustan Times
OnePlus 13s key features revealed ahead of June 5 launch in India
OnePlus has confirmed the launch of its new smartphone, the OnePlus 13s, in India for June 5 at 12 PM IST. This model will mark the company's entry into the compact flagship segment and follows its recent introduction in China as the OnePlus 13T. Furthermore, before its launch in India, the key features and specifications of the upcoming OnePlus 13s were revealed online. Let's take a look at what's in store. The OnePlus 13s will come in three colour options: Black Velvet, Pink Satin, and Green Silk. The green variant will be exclusive to the Indian market. Although the official price is yet to be announced, industry sources suggest it may start below Rs. 55,000. This model is a rebranded version of the OnePlus 13T, which was launched in China last month with a starting price of CNY 3,399 (around Rs. 40,000). Also read: ChatGPT now lets you download Deep Research reports as PDFs - here's how OnePlus 13s will be powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, a flagship-level processor designed to deliver strong performance. The phone will also incorporate a 4400 square mm Cryo-Velocity vapour chamber and a cooling layer on the back cover, which will help the device manage heat during extended use. During tests with the game Battlegrounds Mobile India (BGMI), the phone maintained stable frame rates for up to seven hours until the battery drained completely, according to the company reports. Also read: Google renames Find My Device to Find Hub: What's new, and why Android trackers still need work The company also highlighted the battery life during common usage scenarios. It claims the device can last up to 24 hours during WhatsApp calls and provide 16 hours of Instagram browsing on a single charge. This suggests that the phone balances power efficiency with endurance. OnePlus has introduced a new Plus key that replaces the traditional alert slider. This button can be customised to control sound profiles, vibration settings, Do Not Disturb mode, and AI-based tools with a single press. The feature will add convenience by providing quick access to essential functions. Also read: 5 Essential cloud tools that let you work seamlessly across devices Furthermore, the connectivity has received attention as well. The OnePlus 13s will feature an upgraded 360-degree antenna system that includes 11 antennas, with three high-performance modules and four ultra-wideband low-frequency antennas, according to the reports. The company's signal-balance mode aims to reduce the effects of physical obstructions such as hand placement, which will potentially improve signal strength by up to 60 percent. For Wi-Fi connectivity, the phone will support the G1 Wi-Fi chipset, developed specifically for smartphones in India. This aims to ensure stable connections in challenging environments like metros or buildings with weak signals. The device will also support 5.5G technology, which will allow it to connect to three network cells from different towers simultaneously, and that will enhance the device's network reliability and speed.
Mint
19-05-2025
- Mint
OnePlus 13s with Snapdragon 8 Elite processor confirmed to launch in India on 5 June: Here's what to expect
OnePlus has confirmed that its latest flagship smartphone, the OnePlus 13s, will launch in India on 5 June. The Chinese smartphone manufacturer had previously announced that the OnePlus 13s would be an India-only model and would be available in three colour options: Black Velvet, Pink Satin and Green Silk. OnePlus 13s has also been confirmed to run on the Snapdragon 8 Elite processor — Qualcomm's flagship chipset, which also powers the OnePlus 13 (review), the Samsung Galaxy S25 series, and the iQOO 13 (review). The upcoming phone will also be the first device to ditch the iconinc alert slider and come with the 'Plus Key', akin to the Action button on iPhone. The new key will offer many functionalities including changing ring profiles, starting recordings, taking pictures and more. Plus key on OnePlus 13s OnePlus 13s will come with a 6.32 inch display OnePlus 13s will come in three colour variants OnePlus 13s is expected to feature a 6.32-inch display. Leaks suggest that it could be a 1.5K 8T LTPO AMOLED panel with a refresh rate of 120 Hz and a peak brightness of 1600 nits. The device may also support LPDDR5x RAM and UFS 4.0 storage. Unlike the OnePlus 13, the 13s may feature an optical fingerprint sensor. Furthermore, the phone may have an IP65 water and dust resistance rating, meaning it may not be fully waterproof like its elder sibling. The phone is expected to come with OxygenOS 15 based on Android 15, much like other OnePlus phones launched this year. As for optics, the OnePlus 13s could come with a dual camera setup with a 50MP IMX906 primary setup with OIS and a 50MP 2x telephoto lens. On the front could be a 16MP shooter for selfies and video calls. Despite the smaller form factor, the OnePlus 13s may come with a 6,260 mAh setup with support for 80W wired fast charging. Notably, even bigger OnePlus 13 comes with a 6,000mAh battery, but it also supports 50W of wireless charging.
The Hindu
19-05-2025
- The Hindu
OnePlus 13s to be launched on June 5 in India with customisable Plus Key
OnePlus on Monday (May 19, 2025) announced the launch date of its first ever compact flagship smartphone, OnePlus 13s, in India. It will be an extension of OnePlus 13 and OnePlus 13R. The Chinese smartphone already announced three colour variants of OnePlus 13s. It will come in Black Velvet, Pink Satin, and Green Silk. OnePlus 13s claims an 8.15mm profile with a weight around 185 grams. It also features a curved 2.5D front and back design. The OnePlus 13s will run the Snapdragon 8 Elite platform. It will also have a 4400mm² Cryo-Velocity vapor chamber on the back cover for better heat dissipation. (For top technology news of the day, subscribe to our tech newsletter Today's Cache) The OnePlus 13s also brings the Plus Key, a new form of Alert Slider, which has become more customizable for everyday interactions. It offers one-press access to Sound, Vibration, and Do Not Disturb, AI tools, and other essential functions. It will have a G1 Wi-Fi chipset, the only independently integrated Wi-Fi chipset for smartphones in India, for stable, fast Wi-Fi connectivity, the company claims. OnePlus 13s launches on June 5 in India.
