OnePlus Watch 4 Unveiled: Specifications and Features Revealed, Price and Release Date Still Pending

In a sudden announcement that took many by surprise, OnePlus has unveiled the full specifications of its forthcoming smartwatch, the OnePlus Watch 4. While the tech community anticipated a buzzworthy launch, the reveal felt surprisingly low-key, with the company opting for a muted approach despite the smartwatch's potential. Let’s delve into what the OnePlus Watch 4 has to offer, and why this iteration is generating mixed reactions among consumers and critics alike.

OnePlus Watch 4: What’s Inside?

• 1.5-inch LTPO OLED touchscreen with a resolution of 466 x 466 pixels, showcasing brightness levels up to 3000 nits;
• Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon W5 processor;
• Equipped with 2GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage;
• Boasting a 646mAh battery;
• Operating on Wear OS 6.0, enhanced with OxygenOS Watch 8 software;
• Features Bluetooth 5.2;
• Incorporates GPS, Galileo, Glonass for precise location tracking;
• Includes NFC capabilities;
• Health monitoring with an optical heart rate sensor, blood oxygen sensor, and wrist temperature sensor;
• Equipped with sleep tracking and fall detection;
• Water-resistant up to 5ATM with IP68 and IP69 ratings;
• Durable with MIL-STD-810H certification;
• Constructed with a titanium alloy case;
• Comes with a fluororubber strap;
• Sapphire crystal cover for enhanced protection;
• Available in Midnight and Evergreen color options;
• Dimensions of 47.4 x 47.4 x 11mm;
• Weighs 43 grams (excluding the strap).

What’s Different?

Upon comparison with its predecessor, the OnePlus Watch 3, many features appear strikingly similar, leading to what some may consider a lack of innovation. The design remains largely unchanged, with only minor adjustments in weight and thickness. The major distinction being the new color themes branded as Midnight Titanium and Evergreen Titanium, diverging from the previous Obsidian and Emerald options.

While it is easy to see this as an underwhelming upgrade, the OnePlus Watch 4 has indeed received enhancements in some areas. The display is reportedly brighter, and it introduces IP69 certification for added water and dust resistance, alongside its existing ratings from the previous model.

Will the OnePlus Watch 4 Succeed?

Its success is yet to be determined pending the announcement of pricing and availability. The OnePlus Watch 3 was praised for its impressive battery life, and if the OnePlus Watch 4 continues this trend, it could secure a spot on the list of desirable smartwatches for 2026. With a lifespan of up to three days under heavy use, five days in "smart mode", and 16 days in "power saver mode", this extends its competitive edge in the market.

With an array of health monitoring features and a robust titanium build, the OnePlus Watch 4 stands a good chance of appealing to consumers, provided it hits the market at a competitive price.

Pricing Speculations

As of now, the price remains unknown. However, analysts speculate it could follow the OnePlus Watch 3's launch price of $349.99. There's a possibility of a price increase, especially in the leading market of the USA, where expectations of pricing between $379.99 and $399.99 are not out of the question. Additionally, there are uncertainties about whether OnePlus will offer a smaller and cheaper variant in the future, catering to a wider demographic.