OnePlus 9 January 2026 - 21 January 2026

OnePlus shutdown rumors spread fast after Oppo “dismantling” report — India chief calls it “false”
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OnePlus shutdown rumors spread fast after Oppo “dismantling” report — India chief calls it “false”

OnePlus has pushed back against rumors that Oppo is shutting the brand down. India head Robin Liu called the reports “false” and “unverified,” assuring followers on X that “We’re operating as usual and will continue to do so.” https://www.androidauthority.com/oneplus-statement-on-shutdown-3634109/ This kind of pushback matters because rumors like these can bring sales to a halt instantly. Buyers hesitate. Retail partners begin raising concerns. In India, where OnePlus enjoys a loyal fanbase, such buzz can come at the worst possible moment.
January 21, 2026
OnePlus 16 leak storm: China-only fears rise as OnePlus counters shutdown rumours in India
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OnePlus 16 leak storm: China-only fears rise as OnePlus counters shutdown rumours in India

OnePlus India CEO Robin Liu insisted the company is “operating as usual and will continue to do so,” dismissing rumors that parent Oppo plans to shut down the brand. IDC research manager Jitesh Ubrani told Android Central, “I certainly haven’t heard anything along these lines from the grapevine.” The statement comes at a sensitive time for OnePlus. Rumors of a pullback are swirling just as chatter about the next flagship begins, leaving buyers in India and beyond wondering if the brand intends to stay in the high-end Android game.
January 21, 2026
OnePlus 15 deal dangles $100 gift card as 15R review points to camera compromises
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OnePlus 15 deal dangles $100 gift card as 15R review points to camera compromises

Best Buy and Amazon are bundling a $100 gift card with purchases of OnePlus’s OnePlus 15, a promotion that sharpens the Chinese brand’s pitch against Samsung’s top-end Galaxy phones in the United States. The deal centers on the 512GB model at $999 at Best Buy, while Amazon lists a 256GB version at $899.99, Android Central reported. https://www.androidcentral.com/phones/oneplus/this-new-phone-is-faster-than-the-galaxy-s25-ultra-its-usd300-cheaper-and-it-comes-with-a-free-usd100-gift-card-what-are-you-waiting-for The timing matters because OnePlus is trying to widen its presence on big-box shelves just as shoppers weigh whether another four-figure flagship is worth it. Samsung’s next Galaxy S Ultra refresh is expected within months, which tends to reset comparisons and buying decisions.
January 9, 2026
OnePlus launches Turbo 6 with a 9,000mAh battery — and the Nord 6 rumours won’t quit
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OnePlus launches Turbo 6 with a 9,000mAh battery — and the Nord 6 rumours won’t quit

OnePlus has put its Turbo 6 and Turbo 6V smartphones on sale in China, leaning on 9,000mAh batteries — a measure of battery capacity — and fast charging. The Turbo 6 starts at 2,099 yuan and the Turbo 6V at 1,899 yuan, with a 200-yuan launch discount offered through Oppo’s web store, Android Authority reported. Turbo 6 uses Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 chip and a 165Hz display refresh rate, while the 6V pairs a Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 with 144Hz — how often the screen redraws each second. The timing is no accident. Battery life has become a clean, easy hook in a crowded mid-range Android market, especially in China, where shoppers already expect big screens, fast charging and
January 9, 2026