OnePlus has revised the price of the Watch 3 for the US, and it’s positive news.
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OnePlus has recently announced a reduction in the price of its Watch 3.
The device was initially launched at $329.99, but due to what the company described as “current market conditions” in the U.S., the price was raised to $499.99 on April 10.
Now, OnePlus has issued a statement indicating that it has successfully lowered the price back to just above the original figure, now set at $349.99.
The reduction of nearly $150 was made possible by making “recent adjustments to [our] supply chain.”
The company emphasized that this new price will be stable and will not fluctuate in the future.
What about those who already purchased the Watch 3?
If you bought the OnePlus Watch 3 at the higher price, there's good news for you. The company has stated that it will honor those purchases.
If you paid $499.99, OnePlus will refund you the difference, ensuring your purchase price aligns with the new $349.99 level.
The statement specifies: “OnePlus will refund them the difference to their original payment method and will contact them directly through the OnePlus Customer Support team.”
Why did OnePlus revise the price of the Watch 3 once more?
The company provided additional information explaining the change in price and how it was achieved.
OnePlus stated: “This change reflects our commitment to transparency and responsiveness while ensuring the OnePlus Watch 3 is available in the U.S. at a competitive price, despite the ongoing market conditions. We appreciate all our OnePlus users and the OnePlus community for their continued support and understanding.”
Is the OnePlus Watch 3 a good device?
The Digital Trends review of the OnePlus Watch 3 highlighted it as an impressive device, potentially justifying the higher price, receiving a rating of 4.5 out of 5.
Key positives include an excellent design with high-quality materials, outstanding performance, long battery life, and extensive health and fitness features. The watch lost half a star due to being offered in only one size.
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OnePlus has revised the price of the Watch 3 for the US, and it’s positive news.
OnePlus provides an update on the price of the Watch 3 for the US.