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OnePlus TV Specifications Leaked, Reveal A MediaTek SoC & 3GB RAM

Chinese smartphone maker OnePlus is expected to launch its first-ever television called OnePlus TV next month. The company has already confirmed that the device will be launched in India exclusively in September and be made available to the rest of the world later this year. Via a Twitter post, it also revealed that the TV will have a 55-inch QLED display when launched and will be exclusively available via Amazon India. Now, as we move closer to the launch date, the key specifications of the OnePlus TV have been leaked online.

OnePlus TV

More info on the @OnePlus TV "OnePlus_Dosa_IN" I talked about yesterday.

It's using a Mediatek MT5670 (no info found on it, so far) with a good Mali-G51 MP3 GPU. And of course, #AndroidTV 9.

ATV only allows 1080p for the TV menus, don't worry TV is 4K for compatible content. pic.twitter.com/RuS8TgYBJF
— Android TV Guide (@AndroidTV_Rumor) August 23, 2019

The specifications of the upcoming OnePlus TV have been leaked by a Twitter handle by the name of Android TV Rumors. According to the image embedded in the tweet, the television has been given the codename “Dosa” which is a popular food item in South India. The listing also mentions that the device will run on the MediaTek MT5670 SoC and have a Mali G51 GPU inside. Unfortunately, no details about the mobile chipset inside the OnePlus TV are known yet. The image also mentions that it will have 3GB of RAM inside and will have a resolution of 1920 x 1080 px. This is surprising as it was earlier known to be a 4K television. It is being speculated that the mentioned resolution is only for the menu, which means while actually displaying content, the TV will scale itself into 4K resolution.

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The OnePlus TV is expected to run on Android TV 9, which is confirmed by the latest leak. It was known previously that the upcoming television will be a premium offering as the brand is known for its premium smartphones. However, this also means that affordability may not be the number one goal of OnePlus here. It is expected that the OnePlus TV will be launched on the 26th of September, alongside the rumoured OnePlus 7T Pro. Since there is not much time in the announcement, we may not have to wait too long to see the television in action.

August 24, 2019
The OnePlus TV Will Have A 55 Inch QLED Display, Company Confirms

OnePlus, a Chinese electronics OEM who is best known for its smartphones, announced last year that it will release a Television soon. While the details about the device were scarce for a while, a few days ago, the company revealed that the OnePlus TV is ready for primetime and will be launched next month in September. As we move closer to the official announcement, OnePlus has finally revealed the display size and type of the device. According to a post on microblogging website Twitter by the company’s official handle, the upcoming OnePlus TV will have a 55-inch QLED display.

OnePlus TV

Upgrade to an unparalleled viewing experience with a 55″ QLED display on the OnePlus TV ?

Get notified – https://t.co/LTDvaPHwH0 pic.twitter.com/Wyg4aONW9W
— OnePlus India (@OnePlus_IN) August 22, 2019

As mentioned above, the OnePlus TV will feature a QLED display panel measuring 55 inches. QLED or 4K Quantum Dot displays are a more affordable offering than the competing OLED panels, which have become ubiquitous in televisions these days. Alongside the tweet, the company also posted a link to Amazon India, which means that the upcoming device may exclusively be available on the e-commerce platform when it is launched in India. Users can register by going to the link in the tweet and click on the “Notify Me” button to receive a notification when the television is available for sale.

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OnePlus has already confirmed in the past that its television will be first launched in the Indian market next month. This will be followed by its release in Europe and North American market later this year. As the company is known for making premium, affordable smartphones, the OnePlus TV can also be expected to be a premium device. While the pricing and other details are not available yet, we will not have to wait too long to find out as the release date is just around the corner.

August 23, 2019
OnePlus TV To Be Unveiled In September, Will Be India Exclusive At Launch

Last year, Chinese smartphone maker OnePlus announced that it is ready to dive into the television business by launching an LED TV soon. A year has since passed and details about it started surfacing online. While it was known that the OnePlus TV will be launched this year, no exact date was revealed by the company. Until now, as a senior OnePlus executive has revealed that the device will be launched in the month of September and will be available exclusively in India initially.

OnePlus TV

In an official blog post on the 20th of August, the CEO and co-founder of OnePlus, Pete Lau has announced the latest details about the OnePlus TV. It has been confirmed that the upcoming television will be launched next month; i.e September. According to the company, the reason for it being exclusive to India at launch is that OnePlus has seen unprecedented success in India because of the community. To share that success, it is trying to bring its latest venture into the country first. The television will later be made available in other regions like North America, Europe and China.

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Previous leaks have revealed the OnePlus TV will be an LED television and will be available in sizes ranging from 43 to 75 inches. It is rumoured to be a smart TV, which suggests it will run on an Operating System and will be capable of connecting to the Internet. While it is not confirmed, some reports claim the OnePlus TV will be unveiled on the 26th of September. Notably, this is the same day the OnePlus 7T Pro has been leaked to be shown off. Pricing and availability of both the devices remain in question, though we might not have to wait long to get those answered.

August 21, 2019
OnePlus Reveals Name And Logo Of Its Upcoming Smart TV

After almost a year, OnePlus has finally decided the official name for its range of smart televisions. OnePlus TV had its nomenclature decided after taking in naming entries from its community forums. The smart TV has been in the works for a while now and its name was confirmed today by a spokesperson through official channels.

In the announcement, OnePlus also revealed the logo for OnePlus TV. It is the signature OnePlus logo found on its range of smartphones alongside the word “TV.” The post shared on the OnePlus Community forum site/app thereon went to describe the reason for the logo design as well. Apparently, the company was inspired by the classical art forms from the Hindu culture, the mandala, and ancient Greek temples.

Additionally, the company is keeping its promise and awarding the winners of its “Name It” contest with various contestants. Those that participated and suggested the name OnePlus TV will receive prizes with the first person suggesting it receive a big surprise.

Unfortunately, the news regarding the OnePlus TV gives out no additional features. It is almost anti-climatic considering it has been a year since its announcement and we have only been given just the official branding. Previously, the Chinese brand was found to be certified with Bluetooth SIG which implies Bluetooth connectivity as well. Furthermore, certain reports have pointed to both LCD and LED display panels on the OnePlus TV lineup.

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It is rumoured that the OnePlus TV will arrive in sizes between 43 to 75 inches and will launch around September end. Unfortunately, the reports are still unconfirmed and will have to wait for an official announcement for more details. Stay tuned for updates that are expected to be available in the arriving weeks.

August 14, 2019
More Details About OnePlus TV Revealed Via Bluetooth SIG

Chinese smartphone maker, OnePlus has been long rumoured to enter the Smart TV market. Reports in the past have suggested that the upcoming TV will be unveiled in the end of this year or early next year. As of now, there are no details about the features or specifications of the device. However, a freshly granted Bluetooth SIG certification asserts that one such device is surely in the works.

The certification clearly mentions the company name “OnePlus” and the device type as “Remote Control”. Therefore, it is assumed that the upcoming smart TV from OnePlus will be operated via a Bluetooth enabled remote control which will provide for a reliable connection in comparison to a TV with IR (infrared) sensor.

One piece of information about the OnePlus TV was previously revealed by an unofficial source which claimed that the company will equip the device with LCD panels rather than OLED panels. This insinuates that the company wants to target the mass market with its upcoming product and not only the premium segment.

Not many details about the smart TV from OnePlus are available, therfore, only assumptions and speculations can be made. Accordingly, the OnePlus TV is expected to run on Android TV operating system. This will bring a massive collection of existing application like games and video streaming platforms to the device.

The TV is expected to be priced in the Rs 35,000 to Rs 50,000 bracket and it will compete against the likes of the Mi TV lineup which has seen massive success as of late in India.

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To sum it up, the OnePlus TV is expected to be a premium product with smart features aimed at the high-end segment with affordable prices. However, we can only wait until OnePlus provides some concrete information about the features and launch date of the upcoming smart TVs.

July 11, 2019
OnePlus To Skip Foldable Smartphones This Year, To Release A Smart TV Instead

OnePlus, one of the most well-recognised smartphone OEMs in the world has seen unprecedented success since its inception in 2013. The company is known for launching just two devices every year since 2016. Fresh reports claim that it may now be looking to expand its lineup of products. A senior OnePlus executive has said in an interview to an Italian publication and confirmed that while the company may not launch a foldable smartphone this year, it may release a smart television soon. Alongside the smart TV, It is also planning products in the automotive and PC market for the future.

OnePlus’ Plans For The Future

The senior executive at OnePlus, said there are many reasons for the company not to invest in a foldable smartphone just yet. The reasons cited are not providing any additional functionality than a regular handset; and the cost of the current foldable smartphones, which are known to be considerably expensive. According to him, the prospect of developing a smart TV is something the company is looking forward to. The executive further claims there has been no significant innovation in the space for around 20 years, which OnePlus is planning to tackle with their product. The final product from the company may not feature a remote control as it is developing an Artificial Intelligence (AI) to take its place. Interestingly, the idea of a smart TV developed by OnePlus isn’t new and the plans for it were announced a while ago.

OnePlus 6T

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Furthermore, OnePlus is not stopping at smart TVs, or ‘Smart Displays’ as the senior executive calls them. The company is also developing products in the automotive sector. While creating a car is too complex according to the executive, development in the software side of things is being looked into. Also in the pipeline are products for a smart office, which includes the PC and cloud space, to allow for seamless connectivity. Unfortunately, no information on when to expect the aforementioned products have been provided. However, given an official confirmation, they are expected to be announced starting later this year.

April 13, 2019