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OnePlus is already working on another mid-ranger hot on the heels of the Nord CE 3 Lite
This could well be the Indian version of the OnePlus Ace 2V
OnePlus has been on a roll this year, launching multiple phones already, including the OnePlus 11 and, more recently, the OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite 5G, which has the potential to become one of the top budget phones in global markets. While previous Nord CE devices haven't made their way to the US, we learned that the Nord CE 3 Lite 5G could be an exception this year. As we await more information on this budget smartphone's stateside arrival, OnePlus is now seemingly working on yet another mid-range phone, namely the Nord 3 5G.
Leaked OnePlus Nord CE 3 specs make this phone sound like a hell of a value
OnePlus seems to have nailed all the core specs in its Core Edition
OnePlus this year is expected to launch at least two Nord phones — the midrange OnePlus Nord 3 and the “Core Edition” OnePlus Nord CE 3. The latter should be quite a bit more budget friendly, and it accomplishes this by cutting costs in areas that typically don’t affect the experience as much as things like the display and battery. But it’s a delicate balance, so specs are more important here than with most phones.
Our first look at the OnePlus Nord Watch is a blast from the smartwatch past
The perfect shape for anyone jealous of the Apple Watch
For many, the OnePlus Nord series brought back the company's original spirit, offering midrange and budget handsets that perform as well as more expensive devices. Although the Nord brand has been primarily associated with smartphones, it's clear that OnePlus has broader plans for it. While the wait's currently on for the arrival of the Band 2 and Watch 2, several screenshots from the dedicated N Health app (yet another Nord product) have delivered our first look at the very first Nord smartwatch.
The OnePlus 10R and Nord CE 2 Lite bring performance and style to budget-conscious buyers
They're paired perfectly with the inaugural Nord Buds
As exciting (and flawed) as the OnePlus 10 Pro is, high-end flagships aren't always the top selling models in a company's lineup. That honor normally goes to cheaper mid-range or budget devices (like the success Samsung sees with its A-series phones). OnePlus may have started with "flagship killers," but has been increasingly targeting these more affordable segments. Today we're seeing its latest two such models go official after weeks of speculation and teasers: the OnePlus 10R and the Nord CE 2 Lite. And as if that weren't enough, we're also getting the OnePlus Nord Buds, a new budget-focused audio accessory that extends the Nord brand beyond smartphones.
OnePlus' special Nord 2 Pac-Man Edition comes with a glowing back and some software tricks
It will wakka wakka through India and Europe only
The OnePlus Nord 2 is arguably one of the best mid-range smartphones available right now if you can get one in your country. And now, a special edition device called the OnePlus Nord 2 Pac-Man Edition has joined the Nord family. As part of the announcement, the company has shared that it's offering a chance to win one for yourself.
The latest OxygenOS Beta for the OnePlus Nord includes Ambient Display tweaks
You can watch a little cartoon of yourself! Woo!
OnePlus Nord owners who are part of the company's open beta program should check their phones now: there's a new update headed down the pipe. It's not amazing in terms of content; the biggest practical addition is that the Android security patch is bumped up to August. But there's some big stuff in there if you really like the always-on display.
OnePlus's best US budget phone is even more affordable today
More like the OnePlus N$200 if you catch my drift
Remember when OnePlus devices were all about beating the competition in both price and performance? While plenty of the company's claims definitely fell into the category of "marketing speak," it's no secret that its latest flagship phones don't come cheap. Thankfully, the Nord series has picked up the mantle, offering premium features like high-refresh displays and 5G at affordable price points. If you've had your eye on the Nord N200 5G, you're in luck — it's down to $200 at Best Buy right now.
The OnePlus Nord 2 looks like an even better value than the original — assuming you can even buy one
It's the first OnePlus phone with a MediaTek chipset — how will it stack up?
After all the usual leaks and rumors, the next entry to OnePlus' budget Nord line has been officially announced. As with the original Nord and the recent Nord CE, the Nord 2 5G won't be making its way to the US. But for those of you in Europe and elsewhere, it's an intriguing smartphone, the first by OnePlus to be powered by a MediaTek chipset, the exclusive Dimensity 1200-AI.
The OnePlus Nord 2 will be introduced on July 22, but not for the US
Pete Lau confirms the phone is coming to Europe and India
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Until now, the OnePlus Nord 2 has only been the subjection of leaks and speculation, unless you count this accidental mention on the company's website. We had heard that it might be the first OnePlus phone to feature a MediaTek processor, and it turns out that's spot on. Today, OnePlus officially acknowledged the existence of the upcoming Nord successor and confirmed that it'll use an exclusive version of the Dimensity 1200 chipset.
OnePlus Nord 2 spec leaks say it has a monster camera and fast-charging battery
Does this Oppo lookalike have anything special up its sleeve?
OnePlus recently lifted the veil on its latest Nord smartphones, but missing amongst those was the previously-leaked Nord 2. The company accidentally confirmed the phone's existence a few weeks ago but we didn't hear anything more about it as the Nord CE 5G and N200 were launched. The true successor to the original Nord is still on its way, though, and today we're getting our first picture of what it's going to look like.
I should clarify right from the off: the OnePlus Nord CE is not a bad phone. Far from it, in fact — it’s the best Nord phone since the original, especially after the other budget offerings came with too many compromises to be worth recommending in the face of stiff competition. The Nord CE is a solid performer in most areas.
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OnePlus published Android 11 for the Nord at the beginning of March, but the rollout came to a grinding halt last week due to some bugs the company discovered in the process. It looks like whatever went wrong was easy to fix, as OnePlus is already rolling out a hotfix update (OxygenOS 11.1.1.1) to everyone that comes with the same changelog as the original version.
The fourth OnePlus Nord OxygenOS Open Beta is here
Aside from the February security patch, it's all about bugfixes
While many OnePlus flagship phones await their turn, the Nord got its stable Android 11 update last week after several beta rounds. The budget handset is now marching forward with another Open Beta that aims to fix a lot of lingering bugs and deliver last month’s security patch.
The OnePlus Nord just received its third Android 11 Open Beta
UI improvements and camera bug fixes are on board
Less than two weeks after OnePlus rolled out OxygenOS 11 Open Beta 2 to the Nord, the company is already bringing the third pre-release software to the phone. In contrast to the second update, this roughly 200MB big firmware packs just a few tweaks and fixes.
OnePlus Nord's second Android 11 Open Beta arrives with a slew of bug fixes
Inching closer to stable OxygenOS 11
OnePlus launched the first Android 11-based Open Beta for the Nord at the beginning of the year, and now the company is back with the second beta. It's bringing along a slew of welcome bug fixes and interface optimizations, but as far as we can tell, there weren't any deal-breaking issues in the first Open Beta that needed fixing. Here's to hoping it'll remain that way in the second release.
OnePlus Nord N10 5G and N100 come with pre-order goodies from B&H and OnePlus
There's up to $50 in value to be had here
OnePlus announced Nord N10 5G and N100 US availability a few days ago, and it turns out there are some pre-order bonuses being offered as well. Depending on which phone you buy and where you order from, you could end up with a $30-$50 gift card or a pair of wireless OnePlus earphones.
OnePlus 7/7T series and Nord are next in line for OxygenOS 11
It's also the end of the road for the OnePlus 5 and 5T
OnePlus used to be known for speedy Android updates, but those days have long since passed. While Samsung has already started updating most of its recent flagships to Android 11, the same update has only arrived on two OnePlus phones (the 8 and 8T). OnePlus has now shared a status report on the OxygenOS 11 rollout, providing a rough timeline for the months ahead.
OnePlus releases kernel sources for Nord N100 and N10 5G phones
The developer community will be even more important for these phones
OnePlus expanded its budget lineup of Nord smartphones with two new devices earlier this month. While the N10 5G and the N100 aren't yet available in the US, the phones are starting to become available in the UK. OnePlus is taking this time to officially release the kernel sources for its newest devices.
OnePlus insults new Nord buyers with measly Android update promise
Nord N10 5G and N100 will get Android 11 and nothing more
OnePlus' new Nord-series phones aren't just cut-down midrangers, they're also getting a cut-down update policy. OnePlus is backtracking on the schedule set in 2018, guaranteeing just one Android version update for both the N10 5G and N100. That means the two new phones will only get the already-released Android 11-based OxygenOS 11, paired with only two years of security updates.
OnePlus returned to the budget market earlier this year when it launched the first phone in the Nord series. The company seems to see a lot of opportunities here, as it announced two new Nord devices just last week. Now a new leak has revealed another Nord phone supposedly prepped for landing in 2021.