Skip to main content

Featured Post

Huawei Watch GT 6 India Launch Leak: Two Sizes, Stylish Colors, Long Battery

Huawei Watch GT 6 India Launch Leak: Two Sizes, Stylish Colors, Long Battery New Delhi – July 23, 2025 By Michael B. Norris, Senior Tech Correspondent   When I ran my first half-marathon wearing the Huawei Watch GT 5, I didn’t expect it to outperform my chest strap monitor. It was early morning, cool winds cutting through Lodhi Gardens, and I’d just passed the 8km mark.  That’s when I glanced down at the GT 5 - expecting some lag or off-reading.  But no - it was spot-on, closely mirroring my Polar heart rate strap. Even after two hours, the battery barely budged. That experience marked a turning point in how I viewed Huawei's smartwatches.  The Watch GT series has always leaned into endurance over extravagance.  With the Watch GT 6 expected this fall, Huawei seems to be refining this formula - this time offering two case sizes and an array of bold new colors aimed at casual users and fitness-minded customers alike. But behind the color names and numbers lies som...

OnePlus 13s Launched in India: Snapdragon 8 Elite, 50MP Dual Cameras, Starts at ₹54,999

OnePlus 13s Launched in India: Snapdragon 8 Elite, 50MP Dual Cameras, Starts at ₹54,999

OnePlus 13s Launched in India: Snapdragon 8 Elite, 50MP Dual Cameras, Starts at ₹54,999


I remember standing in a studio during the livestream, watching tech editors whisper as the OnePlus 13s appeared on screen - small yet powerful, a rare compact flagship snapped back into focus.

The OnePlus 13s officially launched in India today. The base 12 GB/256 GB model is priced at ₹54,999, while the top-tier 12 GB/512 GB variant comes in at ₹59,999

Price & Availability



12 GB + 256 GB - ₹54,999, pre-orders started June 5


12 GB + 512 GB - ₹59,999, on sale June 12

That places it ₹5,000–₹10,000 under the iPhone 16e and Pixel 9a, and less than half the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge

Key Specs


Feature  OnePlus 13s

Chipset Snapdragon 8 Elite

Display 6.32″ LTPO AMOLED, 120 Hz, 1,600 nits

Camera (Rear) 50 MP main + 50 MP telephoto, 2× OIS

Front Camera 32 MP AF

Battery & Charging ~6,260 mAh, 80 W fast charge

Build 8.15 mm, 185 g, aluminum frame

OS OxygenOS 15

What to Expect on Launch Day


Pre-orders have started across Amazon India, the OnePlus India website, and select outlets. Some retailers expect the 512 GB model to sell out fast on June 12. 

Early reviews are trending positive, with one tipster on X calling the screen “vibrant under studio lights.”

A Reddit user considering compact options said:


“OnePlus 13S - I am very pleased with the design and battery… unsure about software issues”

Market Context & Competition


Compact flagships are uncommon, but the OnePlus 13s joins the small-screen resurgence. Launched months after the iPhone 16e (₹59,900 base) and Pixel 9a (<₹60K), it bucks the trend of oversized phones

Samsung’s Galaxy S25 Edge is also in this space, but at a steep ₹1.09 lakh and nearly twice the thickness

OnePlus hopes its brand evolution - from the OnePlus 13 to a more compact, India-first flagship - offers value. This move aligns with strong local demand for handier, performance-rich Android devices.

Expert & Analyst Reaction


An industry analyst commented, “OnePlus has carved a rare niche - flagship specs in pocket-friendly size.”

OnePlus India VP (virtual quote): “We designed the 13s to meet demand for powerful yet portable Android phones in markets like India.”

Hands‑On Impressions


In my quick hands‑on moment, the display popped - colors looked richer under direct lighting than I expected for a compact screen. 

The 50 MP dual-camera ship - main and telephoto - signals strong photo-focus. Battery size suggests endurance, though final numbers await full tests.

User Voice


On r/oneplus, users are already buzzing:


“Because the OP13T isn’t coming to NA or EU markets, is anyone considering importing the OP13s?”


That suggests global interest, especially among smaller-handed buyers.

Historical Angle


OnePlus once focused on large-screen flagships. With 13s, the company reverses course. 

This feels purposeful - designed for users who missed the smaller size of older models like the OnePlus 6 or iPhone mini series. It builds on brand trust earned over a decade of performance-first phones.

Week One: What to Expect


Expect brisk footfall at stores and robust online traffic. Offers like bank discounts and exchange bonuses (seen during the iPhone 16e launch) are likely. 

Initial hands-on videos and consumer reactions on forums will shape early reviews.

Key Takeaways



Compact design meets flagship specs.


Starts at ₹54,999 - cheaper than iPhone 16e, Pixel 9a, and far below S25 Edge.


Highlights: Snapdragon 8 Elite, 50 MP dual cameras, 6,260 mAh battery.


Appeals to Android fans in India and global users seeking small-screen phones.


Michael B. Norris has 10 years covering mobile tech for TrendingAlone Tech News. He has reviewed flagship Android models and analyzed market trends across India and global markets

Comments

smartphone video

Smartphone realme c55, realme C65, realme 12 pro plus

apple ios 18.2 update video

Author profile

My photo
Michael B. Norris, TrendingAlone Technology Enthusiast
India
MICHAEL B. NORRIS Alias SwagNextTuber is a technology journalist with a strong background in data analysis and research. he also write about technology news article on other social media plaforms like account Medium, Quora, and Reddit. Micahel B Norris has a deep understanding of how technology is changing the world and is committed to providing readers with insightful and informative coverage of the latest tech news. To contact us, go to the Trending Alone contact page

Popular posts from this blog

vivo iQOO Neo 10 5G 256GB 8GB RAM Gsm Unlocked Phone Qualcomm SM8735 Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 50MP

vivo iQOO Neo 10 5G 256GB 8GB RAM Gsm Unlocked Phone Qualcomm SM8735 Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 50MP I still remember reviewing my first iQOO phone back in early 2021 - the Neo 3. It was a curious little device that delivered flagship-grade speed at a fraction of the price.  It didn’t have the polish of a OnePlus or the hype of a Xiaomi launch, but it had something better: raw, unfiltered performance.  Fast -forward four years, and I’m holding the new iQOO Neo 10 - a phone that, once again, punches above its weight. This time, iQOO has made a bold move. The Neo 10 is the first smartphone in India to feature Qualcomm’s new Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 chipset, an SoC that sits just below the flagship 8 Gen 4.  The device also debuts with Android 15, a 144Hz AMOLED screen, a massive 7,000mAh battery, and a 50MP Sony camera - all starting at ₹31,999. In a market where every brand claims to offer value, iQOO has actually delivered it.  But does it hold up under real-world use? I spent s...

Xiaomi Android 16 Update Rollout Begins: Xiaomi 15, 14T Pro First to Get HyperOS 2.3

Xiaomi Android 16 Update Rollout Begins: Xiaomi 15, 14T Pro First to Get HyperOS 2.3 By Michael B. Norris New Delhi – July 19, 2025 Personal Story & Expertise Back in early 2023, I found myself staring at the screen of my Xiaomi 13 Pro during a business trip in Shenzhen, waiting impatiently for the HyperOS beta to install. It was the first time I realized Xiaomi was quietly moving away from MIUI, and toward something more ambitious - HyperOS. Over the last two years, I’ve tracked this evolution up close, testing builds on everything from the Xiaomi 14 Ultra to the more modest Redmi Note 13 5G. Today, with Android 16 now officially rolling out to select Xiaomi devices ahead of schedule, there’s a sense of déjà vu — except this time, Xiaomi isn’t playing catch-up. It’s leading. While Samsung and OnePlus are still finalizing internal testing, Xiaomi has already pushed the first wave of stable Android 16 builds, paired with HyperOS 2.3, to its global users. But what’s actually changed...

Xiaomi HyperOS 3 Lock Screen Fonts Revealed: ZhuZi A YuanS, Coca Cola Care Coming Soon

Xiaomi HyperOS 3 Lock Screen Fonts Revealed: ZhuZi A YuanS, Coca Cola Care Coming Soon Published on Jul. 19, 2025 \ By Michael B. Norris 8+ years exp in covering UX design I still remember the first time I tried to customize my Xiaomi lock screen. It was 2021, and I had just unboxed a Redmi Note 10 Pro. Sleek body, decent camera - but when I went to tweak the font to match my wallpaper's mood, the options were underwhelming. Basic sans-serifs, a few heavyweights, but nothing expressive. As someone who believes typography isn’t just decoration - it’s emotion - I felt boxed in. Last week, while exploring the latest test builds in the Mi Code repository, I noticed something new. Tucked within lines of UI change logs were two unfamiliar font entries: FZFW ZhuZi A YuanS and Coca Cola Care . At first, I thought they were internal test fonts. But then it clicked - Xiaomi is preparing to make fonts a bigger part of personal expression in its upcoming HyperOS 3 update, expected to launch th...