OnePlus Expands Its 2025 Portfolio with Affordable Innovation
OnePlus is having a stellar year in 2025. Following the success of the flagship OnePlus 13, the OnePlus Watch 3 (one of the best Android smartwatches), and the impressive OnePlus Pad 3, the company is now turning its attention to the mid-range market.
In an exclusive interview with TechRadar, Celina Shi, Chief Marketing Officer at OnePlus Europe, revealed five new mid-range products launching in July:
OnePlus Nord 5
OnePlus Nord CE5
OnePlus Buds 4
OnePlus Pad Lite
OnePlus Watch 3 (43mm)
OnePlus Nord 5 & Nord CE5: Powerhouse Performance Meets Mid-Range Value
Flagship-Level Performance at an Affordable Price
The OnePlus Nord series continues to bridge the gap between premium features and affordability. The Nord 5 and Nord CE5 are designed for users who demand high performance without breaking the bank.
Key Features of the OnePlus Nord 5:
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chipset (a powerhouse for the mid-range segment)
LPDDR5X RAM for seamless multitasking
7,300mm² CryoFlex Liquid Cooling System to prevent overheating
90Hz to 144fps gaming support in Battlegrounds Mobile India
Design & Aesthetics: Sleek and Practical
Unlike flagship models, the Nord 5 series will not feature a metal frame this year. Instead, OnePlus has opted for a Nordic-inspired design based on global consumer feedback, emphasizing simplicity and elegance.
Exclusive Color Reveals:
OnePlus Nord 5: Dry Ice
OnePlus Nord CE5: Marble Mist
Innovative AI Features: Plus Key & Plus Mind
The Plus Key replaces the traditional Alert Slider, offering customizable shortcuts for actions like sound profiles, camera launches, and AI-powered translations.
The Plus Mind interface enhances AI integration by:
Saving on-screen content as "memories"
Extracting calendar events from images/text
Enabling natural language searches via AI Search
Beyond Smartphones: OnePlus’ Expanding Ecosystem
OnePlus Watch 3 (43mm): A Compact Powerhouse
Following the success of the OnePlus Watch 3, the new 43mm variant caters to users with smaller wrists while retaining flagship features like:
Long battery life
Precision GPS tracking
Exclusive health monitoring features
Sleek Silver Steel finish
OnePlus Buds 4: Premium Audio Experience
The Buds 4 deliver a flagship sound experience with:
Dual Drivers & Dual DACs
Hi-Res LHDC 5.0 & 3D Audio
47ms ultra-low latency (Game Mode)
Color options: Zen Green and Storm Gray
OnePlus Pad Lite: Affordable Tablet Excellence
Designed for seamless integration with OnePlus devices, the Pad Lite offers:
Smooth performance for everyday use
Aero Blue color option
OnePlus’ 2025 Strategy: Expanding the Android Ecosystem
Celina Shi emphasized OnePlus’ vision to become a premium "Android Builder", offering a cohesive ecosystem across:
Smartphones
Tablets
Audio
Wearables
The company remains committed to community-driven innovation, incorporating feedback through initiatives like Open Ears Forums and one-on-one user sessions.
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