OnePlus is ready to introduce a fresh color option for its premium earbuds, the OnePlus Buds Pro 3, coinciding with the eagerly awaited launch of the OnePlus 13 smartphone in January 2025.
New Color Release
The new color, called Sapphire Blue, showcases a bold two-tone design that merges silver and blue hues. This aesthetic is in sync with the Midnight Ocean variant of the OnePlus 13. Both the earbuds and the OnePlus 13R will be unveiled on January 7.
Specifications Remain Steady
As for the specifications of the new Buds Pro 3 color, there won't be any changes. The earbuds will still include an 11mm woofer and a 6mm tweeter, each earbud is powered by two Digital-to-Analog Converters (DACs) for optimal sound tuning. They offer an impressive 50dB active noise cancellation that adjusts to the surroundings, along with a transparency mode for better awareness of the environment. The earbuds support the LHDC 5.0 codec with a 1Mbps transfer rate and come equipped with Google Spatial Audio featuring head tracking. Additionally, three microphones and a bone-conduction mic help enhance call clarity.
Battery Life and Pricing
These earbuds provide a total battery life of up to 43 hours, with 6 hours of listening time on a single charge (or 10 hours without active noise cancellation). The charging case allows for both fast and wireless charging options.
In India, the OnePlus Buds Pro 3 are priced at Rs 11,999, while their international prices stand at $179 / £199 / €199.
Other Device Announcements
In other news, the OnePlus 13R will have a 6,000mAh battery, which is a 500mAh increase compared to the previous model. It will be available in Nebula Noir and Astral Trail colors, featuring a flat display safeguarded by Corning Gorilla Glass 7i.
