You must have heard this already. And in case you haven’t heard: The OnePlus 13 series – OnePlus 13 and OnePlus 13R – are coming to India on January 7. Considering that these are phones from OnePlus, a brand with a huge fan-following in India. There is a lot of buzz about the next flagship of OnePlus. A lot is already known about the phone. For example, we know – and this is a big deal – that the OnePlus 13 and OnePlus 13R will come with a lifetime display warranty.

Also, with OxygenOS 15’s emphasis on AI, durable display technology, and optimized software, this latest flagship lineup is expected to cater to both enthusiasts and average consumers alike.

Now, we’ll know more about the OnePlus 13 and OnePlus 13R once they arrive. Full details, and how they differ from their China variants, will be revealed on January 7. And, of course, we will also know about their price on the same day. But even before the launch, we know a lot about both the phones. So, let’s take a closer look.

OxygenOS 15 with AI Smart

One of the main features of the OnePlus 13 series – and what makes it different from other phones on the market – is OxygenOS 15, which is based on Android 15. The company’s latest software approach has a big focus on AI. Many features designed to improve user productivity and experience.

The key to AI smarts in OxygenOS 15 will be Google Gemini. Using Gemini, along with its own algorithms and fine-tuning, OnePlus is going to offer several key AI features in the OnePlus 13 and OnePlus 13R.

For example, the OnePlus 13 series will have Intelligent Search – a feature that aims to make it easier to find information on your phone. Instead of opening multiple apps or scrolling through long files, users can simply input natural language queries to perform searches on their device. This feature will help save time and improve efficiency for anyone managing large numbers of files or documents. For photography enthusiasts, the OnePlus 13 series brings a number of AI-powered tools that promise to improve your photo-taking experience. The AI ​​Detail Boost feature enhances low-resolution or cropped images, instantly improving their quality to 4K resolution. AI Unblur fixes blurry photos by automatically sharpening images and AI Reflection Eraser helps users remove unwanted reflections in their photos.

Apart from new AI features, OxygenOS 15 also brings optimizations that improve the overall performance of the device. One of the biggest improvements is the reduction in system storage requirements. For reference, the system’s storage footprint is about 20 percent smaller than OxygenOS 14 on the OnePlus 12. This optimization not only frees up space for more apps and data, but also leads to faster system performance, providing a smoother and more responsive experience. For users.

Lifetime Display Warranty for OnePlus 13 Series

In an industry-first move that sets it apart from competitors, OnePlus is going to offer a lifetime display warranty on all its smartphone models, including the new OnePlus 13 series. This warranty, which covers industry-wide issues like the green line display issue, ensures that users will be protected against display defects for the entire lifetime of their device. In other words, if something goes wrong with the display three years after you start using the OnePlus 13, the company will repair the phone’s display for free.

Project Starlight addresses India-specific issues

OnePlus recently launched its Project Starlight – an initiative that aims to focus on solving India-specific issues and developing India-specific features for its phones. Next, as part of this Project Starlight, with the OnePlus 13 series, the company is introducing the world’s first DisplayMate A++ display on a flagship phone.

The ProXDR display on the OnePlus 13 with 2K resolution and 120Hz refresh rate is designed to perform exceptionally well even in bright sunlight. With a peak brightness of 4,500 nits, it will be one of the brightest smartphone screens on the market. Whether you’re watching a video, reading some articles, viewing photos or simply scrolling through menus and settings – rest assured that the new screen will be smooth, bright and vibrant to use indoors and out. .

Additionally, the OnePlus 13 series will continue to offer flagship hardware at a relatively affordable price. The flagship OnePlus 13 is expected to be powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, at least 12 to 16 GB of RAM, and a versatile camera system tuned in collaboration with Hasselblad.

Overall, there is a lot to look forward to with the launch of the OnePlus 13 series. In fact, the Indian version of the OnePlus 13R is expected to come with a better camera setup than its Chinese counterpart. Although OnePlus is keeping many details under wraps, more details are expected to be revealed on January 7, 2025. Stay tuned.