OnePlus Unveils Budget Flagship OnePlus 13s and Pad 3 with Advanced Features

OnePlus has launched its new budget flagship, the OnePlus 13s, alongside the OnePlus Pad 3. The 13s features a lightweight design, advanced cooling technology, and a powerful battery, making it ideal for gamers. With a Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset and impressive camera capabilities, it offers great value for its price. The Pad 3 promises enhanced performance with a high-resolution display and long battery life. Both devices are set to impress tech enthusiasts with their innovative features and competitive pricing.
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Introduction to OnePlus 13s

OnePlus has officially introduced its latest budget flagship, the OnePlus 13s, priced at Rs 54,999 and Rs 59,999. With an SBI Bank offer, the effective prices drop to Rs 49,999 and Rs 54,999. The launch event took a playful turn, featuring a video shot on a tropical beach that highlighted the phone's specifications and features in comparison to its competitors.


Innovative Design and Performance

The OnePlus 13s is designed to impress, featuring a revamped Thermal Heat Dissipation System and a lightweight CNC unibody frame that rivals the iPhone 16 Pro in size. It boasts an optimized battery that supports up to 6 hours of BGMI gaming, along with Aqua Touch 2.0 technology, allowing for operation even with wet fingers. The Cryo Velocity cooling system ensures the device remains cool during intense gaming sessions, thanks to the industry's first Graphite cooling layer.


Battery and Connectivity Features

Equipped with a robust 5850 mAh battery, the OnePlus 13s promises a full day of usage. The design process involved reworking approximately 355 components to seamlessly integrate the new processor and camera system while maintaining a lightweight profile. For enhanced connectivity, the device features an independent G1 Wi-Fi chipset, supported by 11 antennas and custom network logic, optimized for challenging environments like basements and elevators.


Advanced Camera and AI Capabilities

The OnePlus 13s is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, featuring personalized OnePlus AI Google Gemini support. This allows users to transcribe, search by taking photos, and enhance images with AI unblur technology. The camera setup includes a 32MP autofocus front camera, a 50MP autofocus telephoto camera, and a 50MP autofocus wide-angle camera. Customers can choose between a 12GB + 256GB variant for Rs 54,999 or a 12GB + 512GB variant for Rs 59,999.


Introducing OnePlus Pad 3

In addition to the smartphone, OnePlus has also unveiled the specifications for the upcoming OnePlus Pad 3. This tablet will be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Mobile Platform, promising a 45% increase in CPU performance and a 40% boost in GPU performance. The Pad 3 features a 3.4K resolution display with a 144Hz refresh rate, 12-bit color support, and an impressive audio setup with 8 speakers, including 4 woofers and 4 tweeters. It is backed by a 12,140 mAh battery, providing up to 18 hours of video playback and 6 hours of gaming. Users can also expect a stylus and a smart keyboard to accompany the device, with pricing details to be announced soon.


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