OnePlus 9 series launch highlights: OnePlus 9 series priced starting Rs 39,999, OnePlus Watch priced at Rs 16,999

tech2 News StaffMar 23, 2021 20:58:25 IST

The launch event is scheduled to kick off at 7.30 pm IST and will be streamed event live on OnePlus' social media channels.

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20:45 (IST)
OnePlus 9R priced starting Rs 39,999 in India, pre-orders to begin in April 8 GB + 128 GB: Rs 39,999 12 GB + 256 GB: Rs 43,999
20:42 (IST)
OnePlus' new gaming triggers are also compatible with the OnePlus 9R
20:41 (IST)
OnePlus 9R comes with Warp Charge 65T The smartphone also comes with a 120 Hz refresh rate display.
20:39 (IST)
And now, it's turn for the OnePlus 9R The smartphone weighs 189 gm, and it comes in two colour variants. It will be powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 SoC.
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OnePlus 9 series pricing: OnePlus 9 8 GB + 128 GB: Rs 49,999 12 GB + 256 GB: Rs 54,999 OnePlus 9 Pro 8 GB + 128 GB: Rs 64,999 12 GB + 256 GB: Rs 69,999
20:32 (IST)
OnePlus announced new gaming triggers
20:30 (IST)
The OnePlus Watch has been announced in India at Rs 16,999 The OnePlus Watch comes with Blood Oxygen sensor, Optical heart rate sensor, acceleration sensor, and others
20:28 (IST)
The OnePlus Watch comes with a 1.39-inch AMOLED display with 326 ppi resolution The watch comes with over 50 watch faces.
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The OnePlus Watch has a stainless steel body The Watch case is 46 mm, and comes with two colours - Moonlight Silver and Midnight Black.
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Here's our first look at the OnePlus Watch
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OnePlus 9 also comes with a 48 MP primary camera, 50 MP ultra wide camera and support for 8K @30 fps videos The smartphone is powered by Snapdragon 888 SoC, 4,500 mAh battery with 65T Warp Charge, and a 120 Hz refresh rate display. The only difference between the OnePlus 9 Pro and OnePlus 9 is that the latter features a triple camera setup at the back.
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OnePlus 9 comes with three colour variants
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OnePlus 9 also features a Hassleblad camera and a 120 Hz display
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OnePlus 9 Pro comes with 4,500 mAh battery with Warp Charge 65T With the new charging tech, the phone can be charged from zero to 65 percent in less than 15 minutes, and a 100 percent in 29 minutes. OnePlus 9 Pro also supports 50 W wireless charging. The phone can charge wirelessly both vertically and horizontally.
20:11 (IST)
OnePlus 9 Pro comes with a new CoolPlay heat dissipation system
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OnePlus 9 Pro is powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 5G chipset The 5nm chipset is apparently 25% faster is CPU performance compared to its predecessor, 35% faster in GPU performance. It comes with 3rd-gen 5G modem, WiFi 6 and Bluetooth 5.0.
20:06 (IST)
OnePlus 9 Pro features Fluid Display 2.0 with 120 Hz refresh rate The display also supports OnePlus' new HyperTouch technology, which will apparently help cut down the response time as compared to the previous generation's display. HyperTouch technology is currently compatible with Call of Duty: Mobile, League of Legends, PUBG Mobile, and Brawl Stars.
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The OnePlus 9 Pro features a 2.2 mm thin aluminium frame
19:59 (IST)
The OnePlus 9 Pro will be available in three colour variants
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The OnePlus 9 Pro, ladies and gentlemen!
19:55 (IST)
The OnePlus 9 Pro can support 8K videos at 30 fps and 4K at 120 fps
19:54 (IST)
The OnePlus 9 series camera experience has been modified to look like a Hassleblad camera's UI
19:53 (IST)
OnePlus 9 Pro sports a 16 MP selfie camera
19:51 (IST)
The OnePlus 9 Pro comes with a new Tilt Shift mode
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OnePlus 9 Pro features a 48 MP primary camera
19:48 (IST)
The OnePlus 9 series lets users click macro shots from as close as 4 cm
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OnePlus 9 series camera features a 50 MP ultra wide sensor
19:41 (IST)
OnePlus reiterates its partnership with hasselblad for the cameras on the OnePlus 9 series
19:39 (IST)
OnePlus 9 series features our biggest leap forward in terms of camera quality, says Pete Lau
19:36 (IST)
OnePlus CEO Pete Lau addresses the viewers
19:35 (IST)
The OnePlus 9 series launch event is now live...
19:25 (IST)
The OnePlus 9 series launch will be live in another five minutes The livestream video is embedded below:
19:19 (IST)
The OnePlus 9 series has been confirmed to be powered by the new Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 chipset
19:18 (IST)
The OnePlus 9 Pro will reportedly come with support for 50 W wireless charging
19:13 (IST)
The OnePlus 9R will be an affordable variant of the new flagship series and will be exclusive to the Indian market, confirmed CEO Pete Lau.
19:11 (IST)
OnePlus shares seflie portraits shot on the OnePlus 9 series phones
19:07 (IST)
OnePlus 9 Pro design revealed
18:34 (IST)
Along with the Oneplus 9 series, at today's event, the OnePlus Watch will also be unveiled The company CEO has confirmed that the smartwatch will come with over 110 workout modes.
18:31 (IST)
The specification of the OnePlus 9 and OnePlus 9 Pro were also recently leaked on the official T-Mobile website in the US
18:29 (IST)
OnePlus 9 series expected pricing Ahead of the launch event today, the India pricing of the OnePlus 9 series has reportedly been leaked.
18:08 (IST)
OnePlus 9 series to launch today at 7.30 pm IST OnePlus is hosting a launch event today to reveal the new OnePlus 9, OnePlus 9 Pro, and OnePlus 9R smartphones. Along with that, the OnePlus Watch is also expected to be unveiled. Stay tuned to our liveblog for pricing and other details.

20:45 (IST)
OnePlus 9R priced starting Rs 39,999 in India, pre-orders to begin in April

8 GB + 128 GB: Rs 39,999

12 GB + 256 GB: Rs 43,999
20:42 (IST)
OnePlus' new gaming triggers are also compatible with the OnePlus 9R
20:41 (IST)
OnePlus 9R comes with Warp Charge 65T

The smartphone also comes with a 120 Hz refresh rate display.
20:39 (IST)
And now, it's turn for the OnePlus 9R

The smartphone weighs 189 gm, and it comes in two colour variants.

It will be powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 SoC.
20:36 (IST)
OnePlus 9 series pricing:

OnePlus 9

8 GB + 128 GB: Rs 49,999

12 GB + 256 GB: Rs 54,999

OnePlus 9 Pro

8 GB + 128 GB: Rs 64,999

12 GB + 256 GB: Rs 69,999

How are these for good-looking numbers? We'll provide more details soon. pic.twitter.com/bNB9u0tOO6
— OnePlus India (@OnePlus_IN) March 23, 2021
20:32 (IST)
OnePlus announced new gaming triggers
20:30 (IST)
The OnePlus Watch has been announced in India at Rs 16,999

The OnePlus Watch comes with Blood Oxygen sensor, Optical heart rate sensor, acceleration sensor, and others
We're officially unveiling the #OnePlusWatch!

🧠 Smart connectivity
🏃 110+ workout types
🙌 Hands-free use for calls
⚡ 20 minutes Warp Charge for a week's power

And so much more... pic.twitter.com/ehhUq45TzD
— OnePlus India (@OnePlus_IN) March 23, 2021
20:28 (IST)
The OnePlus Watch comes with a 1.39-inch AMOLED display with 326 ppi resolution

The watch comes with over 50 watch faces.
20:26 (IST)
The OnePlus Watch has a stainless steel body

The Watch case is 46 mm, and comes with two colours - Moonlight Silver and Midnight Black.
20:24 (IST)
Here's our first look at the OnePlus Watch
20:23 (IST)
OnePlus 9 also comes with a 48 MP primary camera, 50 MP ultra wide camera and support for 8K @30 fps videos

The smartphone is powered by Snapdragon 888 SoC, 4,500 mAh battery with 65T Warp Charge, and a 120 Hz refresh rate display.

The only difference between the OnePlus 9 Pro and OnePlus 9 is that the latter features a triple camera setup at the back.
20:19 (IST)
OnePlus 9 comes with three colour variants
20:19 (IST)
OnePlus 9 also features a Hassleblad camera and a 120 Hz display
20:15 (IST)
OnePlus 9 Pro comes with 4,500 mAh battery with Warp Charge 65T

With the new charging tech, the phone can be charged from zero to 65 percent in less than 15 minutes, and a 100 percent in 29 minutes. OnePlus 9 Pro also supports 50 W wireless charging. The phone can charge wirelessly both vertically and horizontally.
Warp Charge 65T is now even faster. And with Warp Charge 50 Wireless, you can even reach warp speeds without a wire High voltage sign

Not to brag (but we are), it's faster than pretty much all wired charging solutions.#OnePlus9Series pic.twitter.com/NUcSC9M67a
— OnePlus India (@OnePlus_IN) March 23, 2021
20:11 (IST)
OnePlus 9 Pro comes with a new CoolPlay heat dissipation system
Oh, Snap! Dragons are powering the #OnePlus9Series for maximum speed. Numbers only tell some of the story behind the @Qualcomm #Snapdragon 888.#OnePlus9Series pic.twitter.com/Z2cmkdwjwf
— OnePlus India (@OnePlus_IN) March 23, 2021
20:10 (IST)
OnePlus 9 Pro is powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 5G chipset

The 5nm chipset is apparently 25% faster is CPU performance compared to its predecessor, 35% faster in GPU performance. It comes with 3rd-gen 5G modem, WiFi 6 and Bluetooth 5.0.
20:07 (IST)
Our most advanced display ever? Yes! Get ready for an unmatched viewing experience with Smart 120 Hz, LTPO, and Hyper Touch. Which feature has caught your eye?#OnePlus9Series pic.twitter.com/VDKQyQx7NP
— OnePlus India (@OnePlus_IN) March 23, 2021
20:06 (IST)
OnePlus 9 Pro features Fluid Display 2.0 with 120 Hz refresh rate

The display also supports OnePlus' new HyperTouch technology, which will apparently help cut down the response time as compared to the previous generation's display. HyperTouch technology is currently compatible with Call of Duty: Mobile, League of Legends, PUBG Mobile, and Brawl Stars.
20:01 (IST)
The OnePlus 9 Pro features a 2.2 mm thin aluminium frame
19:59 (IST)
The OnePlus 9 Pro will be available in three colour variants
19:58 (IST)
The OnePlus 9 Pro, ladies and gentlemen!
19:56 (IST)
Let's talk about the impressive main camera 📸. An exclusive Sony IMX789 sensor delivers 12-bit RAW output, lightning-fast focus, and vivid colors. #OnePlus9Series pic.twitter.com/ZOLX6GzrTd
— OnePlus India (@OnePlus_IN) March 23, 2021
19:55 (IST)
Bring your video to life in 8K 30 fps or 4K 120 fps. Create your cinematic masterpiece with powerful features. Lights, camera, #OnePlus9Series! pic.twitter.com/4SXHZgGfQY
— OnePlus India (@OnePlus_IN) March 23, 2021
19:55 (IST)
The OnePlus 9 Pro can support 8K videos at 30 fps and 4K at 120 fps
19:54 (IST)
The OnePlus 9 series camera experience has been modified to look like a Hassleblad camera's UI
19:53 (IST)
OnePlus 9 Pro sports a 16 MP selfie camera
19:51 (IST)
The OnePlus 9 Pro comes with a new Tilt Shift mode
19:50 (IST)
OnePlus 9 Pro features a 48 MP primary camera
19:48 (IST)
The OnePlus 9 series lets users click macro shots from as close as 4 cm
19:47 (IST)
The exceptional Hasselblad color science has translated to the stunning color accuracy engineered by OnePlus x Hasselblad.

Natural Color Calibration with Hasselblad has to be seen to be believed. pic.twitter.com/3fGPpTac7E
— OnePlus India (@OnePlus_IN) March 23, 2021
19:45 (IST)
OnePlus 9 series camera features a 50 MP ultra wide sensor
"Introducing the @OnePlus9Series. Hasselblad Camera for Mobile is our most uncompromising camera system. Delivering class-leading technology with our most innovative camera features. pic.twitter.com/7g8Tw5OJEK
— OnePlus India (@OnePlus_IN) March 23, 2021
19:41 (IST)
OnePlus reiterates its partnership with hasselblad for the cameras on the OnePlus 9 series
19:39 (IST)
OnePlus 9 series features our biggest leap forward in terms of camera quality, says Pete Lau
19:36 (IST)
OnePlus CEO Pete Lau addresses the viewers
19:35 (IST)
The OnePlus 9 series launch event is now live...
19:30 (IST)
19:25 (IST)
The OnePlus 9 series launch will be live in another five minutes

The livestream video is embedded below:
19:19 (IST)
The OnePlus 9 series has been confirmed to be powered by the new Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 chipset
Light up your world with the @Qualcomm @Snapdragon 888 on the #OnePlus9Series. Stellar performance delivering an unrivaled flagship experience.
— OnePlus India (@OnePlus_IN) March 17, 2021
19:18 (IST)
The OnePlus 9 Pro will reportedly come with support for 50 W wireless charging
OnePlus 9 Pro can wirelessly charge upto 50W, 0-100% in just 43 mins!#OnePlus #OnePlus9Pro #OnePlus9Series pic.twitter.com/SgsHQorbb8
— Technocrats (@techno_crats_) March 18, 2021
19:13 (IST)
The OnePlus 9R will be an affordable variant of the new flagship series and will be exclusive to the Indian market, confirmed CEO Pete Lau.
19:11 (IST)
OnePlus shares seflie portraits shot on the OnePlus 9 series phones
Selfies or portraits, you choose! Get ready for the #OnePlus9Series.

Coming March 23.
👉 https://t.co/poRMwhpvXS pic.twitter.com/qlSwheXIFr
— OnePlus 9 (@oneplus) March 21, 2021
19:07 (IST)
OnePlus 9 Pro design revealed
Specially designed reflective glass elevates the #OnePlus9Pro Morning Mist to new levels of design excellence. There's nothing else like it.

See even more March 23.

Click "Notify Me" now and stand a chance to win a #OnePlus9Series device: https://t.co/1emddh5FvZ pic.twitter.com/hCJ1ocWmN3
— OnePlus India (@OnePlus_IN) March 15, 2021
19:06 (IST)
Watch the launch of the #OnePlus9Series live on Twitter! See the next giant leap in smartphone experiences this Tuesday at 7:30 PM IST. https://t.co/0a9Yv9EknK
— OnePlus India (@OnePlus_IN) March 22, 2021
18:48 (IST)
OnePlus announces partnership with Hasselblad for OnePlus 9 series, launch confirmed for 23 March- Technology News, Firstpost
OnePlus has also confirmed that the OnePlus 9 series will debut on 23 March at 7.30 pm IST.
www.firstpost.com
18:34 (IST)
Along with the Oneplus 9 series, at today's event, the OnePlus Watch will also be unveiled

The company CEO has confirmed that the smartwatch will come with over 110 workout modes.
One watch, more than 110 work-out modes. #OnePlusWatch pic.twitter.com/NRlFK022Xo
— Pete Lau (@PeteLau) March 20, 2021
18:31 (IST)
The specification of the OnePlus 9 and OnePlus 9 Pro were also recently leaked on the official T-Mobile website in the US
OnePlus: Hey TMO, here's all the support material for the 9 series. Please keep it under wraps until after the launch.

T-Mobile: ... pic.twitter.com/jmfVlyx3SD
— Evan Blass (@evleaks) March 21, 2021
18:29 (IST)
OnePlus 9 series expected pricing

Ahead of the launch event today, the India pricing of the OnePlus 9 series has reportedly been leaked.

OnePlus 9 Series Indian 🇮🇳 pricing.
-OnePlus 9
8+128GB ₹49,999

-OnePlus 9 Pro
8+128GB ₹64,999

-OnePlus 9R
8+128GB ₹39,999

Thanks @jaj_18 #OnePlus9Pro #OnePlus9 #OnePlus9R5G #OnePlus9R #OnePlusxHasselblad #OnePlus9Series5G pic.twitter.com/GcfiAQgzc2
— Abhishek Yadav (@yabhishekhd) March 22, 2021
18:08 (IST)
OnePlus 9 series to launch today at 7.30 pm IST

OnePlus is hosting a launch event today to reveal the new OnePlus 9, OnePlus 9 Pro, and OnePlus 9R smartphones. Along with that, the OnePlus Watch is also expected to be unveiled. Stay tuned to our liveblog for pricing and other details.

OnePlus is hosting a launch event today to unveil the new OnePlus 9 series. The new series is expected to include three smartphones – a mid-segment OnePlus 9, high-end OnePlus 9 Pro, and a more affordable variant, which will likely be called the OnePlus 9R. The name of the latter is still not confirmed, and this would be the first time that OnePlus would launch a third variant of its flagship phone at the annual launch event. Along with the OnePlus 9 series, the company is also expected to debut its smartwatch – OnePlus Watch – today.

The launch event is scheduled to kick off at 7.30 pm IST. OnePlus will be streaming the event live on its social media channels.

Ahead of the launch event today, the India pricing of the OnePlus 9 series was also reportedly leaked. Reports suggest that the smartphones will be priced starting Rs 39,999.

Here's everything we know about the smartphones so far:

OnePlus 9 expected specifications

First spotted by tipster Evan Blass, T-mobile has revealed all the specifications of the OnePlus 9 series. According to the T-Mobile support page, the OnePlus 9 will feature a 6.5-inch Full HD+ AMOLED display with 1,080 x 2,400-pixel resolution. The smartphone is expected to be powered by Snapdragon 888 chipset and offer 12 GB RAM and 256 GB storage. OnePlus 9 might run on Android 11 based OxygenOS UI.

OnePlus: Hey TMO, here's all the support material for the 9 series. Please keep it under wraps until after the launch.

T-Mobile: ... pic.twitter.com/jmfVlyx3SD

— Evan Blass (@evleaks) March 21, 2021

OnePlus 9 is expected to sport a triple rear camera setup that includes a 48 MP sensor, a 50 MP sensor and a 2 MP sensor. For selfies, it might come with a 16 MP camera sensor.

The smartphone is likely to come with a 4,500 mAh battery.

OnePlus 9 Pro 5G expected specifications

OnePlus 9 Pro 5G is expected to sport a 6.67-inch AMOLED display with 1,440 x 3,216 pixels resolution. It is also likely to be powered by a Snapdragon 888 chipset and up to 12 GB RAM and 256 GB of internal storage.

In terms of photography, the handset might feature a quad-camera setup that includes a 48 MP sensor, a 50 MP sensor, an 8 MP sensor and a 2 MP sensor. It is expected to house a 16 MP front camera.

OnePlus 9 Pro 5G might be equipped with a 4,500 mAh battery.

OnePlus 9R expected specifications

In an exclusive interview with News18, OnePlus CEO Pete Lau described the OnePlus 9R as a "premium-tier device" that focuses on mobile gaming and offers "smooth scrolling” and a “superior viewing experience”. Lau suggested that the OnePlus 9R will be an affordable alternative to its flagship offerings.

The company teaser has also suggested that the smartphone might come with gaming triggers attached to two opposite sides of the smartphone.

Mobile gaming is about to level up. Get your game on this Tuesday, March 23. #OnePlus9R5G

Click "Notify me" and stand a chance to win a #OnePlus9Series device: https://t.co/1emddhngnx pic.twitter.com/MFXKmXcCkK

— OnePlus India (@OnePlus_IN) March 19, 2021

OnePlus Watch expected specifications

OnePlus CEO Pete Lau confirmed that the smartwatch will come with more than 110 workout modes that include swimming, walking, running, cycling and more. The watch will come with a circular dial.

One watch, more than 110 work-out modes. #OnePlusWatch pic.twitter.com/NRlFK022Xo

— Pete Lau (@PeteLau) March 20, 2021

As per a report by GSMArena, the smartwatch will come in 46 mm dial size and black and silver colour options. The report added that the OnePlus Watch will come with features like workout detection, sleep tracking, SpO2 monitor, heart monitor and stress tracking. The watch is also expected to let users control music on a smartphone and take calls.

The report also suggests that the OnePlus Watch might offer 4 GB storage and work as a remote for OnePlus TVs. In terms of battery, the smartwatch is expected to come with support for Warp Charge tech that will provide a 7-day battery in just 20 minutes of charging.