OnePlus Watch Lite, challenges Apple with slim design and super battery

The 1.46-inch AMOLED display represents the technical fulcrum of the visual experience, being capable of reaching a peak brightness of 3000 nits in sports mode, a value that ensures full readability of biometric data and notifications even in the presence of intense direct sunlight. The design is completed by fluoroelastomer straps available in Silver Steel and Black Steel colors.

In terms of monitoring well-being and physical activity, the integration of 8 and 16-channel sensors allows constant detection of heart rate and blood oxygen saturation. Among the software functions dedicated to health, the 60-second Wellness Overview stands out, which provides a summary evaluation of vital parameters, sleep quality and stress levels in a single quick report.

Athletes can take advantage of over 100 sports modes, including a badminton-specific function that analyzes speed and shot type, and automatic lactate threshold detection to optimize aerobic and anaerobic training zones. The precision of route tracking is entrusted to a dual-band GPS system (L1+L5), designed to reduce interference in complex urban contexts or wooded areas.

The software management deviates from the flagship models by abandoning Wear OS in favor of OxygenOS Watch 7.1, a real-time operating system (RTOS) optimized to reduce consumption and maximize reactivity. This technical choice allows the OnePlus Watch Lite to achieve an operational autonomy of up to 10 days on a single charge, with the possibility of obtaining 24 hours of additional use with just 10 minutes of fast charging.

A distinctive feature in this price range is the ability to manage simultaneous pairing with two smartphones, supporting hybrid configurations between Android and iOS for synchronizing calls and messages from both terminals. With a launch price set at 159 euros, the device is proposed as a balanced alternative for those looking for a reliable companion for everyday life without the constraints of frequent charging typical of more complex smartwatches.