OnePlus 13T Launch Set for April 24, Exclusive to China

The OnePlus 13T launch is set for April 24th, but it will only be available in the Chinese market.

The Highly Anticipated OnePlus 13T Announcement

After weeks of speculation, OnePlus has finally confirmed the launch date for the OnePlus 13T as April 24. However, this event seems to be exclusively for China at the moment, as indicated by a teaser video posted on Weibo in Chinese. The event is scheduled for 2:30 PM local time, which is 2:30 AM EST, making it challenging for many to watch live.

What Does the OnePlus 13T Reveal Tell Us?

The teaser video subtly hints at the phone’s features, showing significant design changes from the OnePlus 13 and 13R. Notably, the alert slider has been replaced by a new “shortcut button” similar to the action button on the iPhone 16, allowing users to switch sound profiles and customize its functions. The camera module also sports a new square design akin to the Pixel 9 Pro Fold, moving away from the circular layout of the OnePlus 13, and featuring two camera lenses plus an unidentified smaller sensor. Available colors seem to include black, silver, and pink.

Everything Else We Know About the OnePlus 13T

While OnePlus typically teases its phones before an official launch, details on the OnePlus 13T have been scarce beyond confirming the removal of the alert slider. Rumors suggest a smaller 6.3-inch screen, slightly smaller than the OnePlus 13’s 6.82 inches, leading some to nickname it the “OnePlus 13 mini.” Speculations also include a larger 6,200 mAh battery which, combined with recent improvements in battery life and a smaller screen, could significantly extend the phone’s runtime, potentially surpassing the 19 hours and 45 minutes of the OnePlus 13.

What About a Global Launch?

While a global release is assumed to be on the horizon, specifics remain unclear. Nonetheless, we should learn nearly everything about the OnePlus 13T on April 24.