If you’ve been excited to get your hands on the OnePlus Watch 3, you’ll have to wait a bit longer because of an unexpected issue. The initial units of this well-reviewed smartwatch, which were scheduled to be released today, contain a typo that needs to be fixed before they can be sold.
According to a press release from OnePlus, these early units have “Meda in China” printed on the back of the watch case instead of “Made in China.” As a result of this error, the watch will not be available for sale until sometime in April.
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We have already reviewed the OnePlus Watch 3, which offers several upgrades over its predecessor, the Watch 2. Our review unit has the “Meda in China” printing error on the back.
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The Watch 3 features a more premium appearance, with a titanium alloy bezel and a slightly larger case size of 46.6mm compared to the previous model’s 46mm. It is also marginally thinner and equipped with an upgraded LTPO AMOLED display with a peak brightness of 2200 nits. It also includes a functional rotating crown, making navigation and interaction with the software easier.
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The new watch also features an upgraded PPG module and LED design that enhance heart rate accuracy. Additionally, it includes a new “360 Mind and Body” feature for comprehensive health insights.
It is unlikely that the “Mede in China” units of the Watch 3 will ever be released, and it remains uncertain how many of them exist. Will they eventually appear on eBay at exorbitant prices? Stay tuned.
The $329 Watch 3 remains available for pre-order through the OnePlus website. The company is offering a $50 discount. This discount pre-dates the delay announcement.
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