What's New in OnePlus Watch 2
The OnePlus Watch 2 (2024) is a complete redesign from the original OnePlus Watch (2021), adding full WearOS and dual-engine architecture.
Key Changes
| Feature | Original Watch | Watch 2 |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Proprietary RTOS | Full WearOS |
| Apps | ~20 built-in | Thousands via Play Store |
| Google Services | None | Full (Pay, Assistant, Maps) |
| Battery | 14 days (limited features) | 4 days Smart / 12 days Power Saver |
| Display | Gorilla Glass | Sapphire Crystal |
Major New Features
- Full WearOS - Access to
Google Play Storeand all apps - Dual-Engine Architecture - Switch between Smart and Power Saver modes
- Google Services -
Google Pay,Google Assistant,Google Maps - Sapphire Crystal Display - Premium scratch resistance
- Third-Party Apps -
Spotify,Strava,WhatsApp, and more
Battery Mode Flexibility
The biggest innovation is dual-engine architecture:
- Smart Mode: Full
WearOSfeatures, 4 days battery - Power Saver Mode: Essential functions, 12 days battery
- Your choice based on needs
Should You Upgrade from Original?
Yes - it's not even the same category of device:
- Full smartwatch vs basic fitness band
- Thousands of apps vs ~20 built-in
- Complete Google ecosystem access
- Premium materials (sapphire crystal)
Complete Transformation
The OnePlus Watch 2 transforms from a basic fitness tracker to a true smartwatch competing with Galaxy Watch and Pixel Watch. If you owned the original, this is a major upgrade.
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