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OnePlus to Exit US and European Markets
OnePlus, the smartphone brand owned by Oppo (part of BBK Electronics), is preparing to withdraw its operations from the United States and Europe. Reports cite closed‑door press briefings and a statement that “fundamental changes” to Oppo’s strategy will be announced in the coming days, signalling the end of new OnePlus product launches in these regions. Remaining inventory will be sold off gradually, and no further stock will be replenished.
The company says it will continue to provide software updates and honor warranty obligations for devices already sold, until each model reaches the end of its support lifecycle. The retreat is linked to a broader restructuring within Oppo, rising component costs and intense competition from larger Android manufacturers. While OnePlus is expected to remain active in China and India as a lower‑priced sub‑brand under Oppo, the brand’s presence in Western markets is set to cease.
Analysts note that the move could reshape the mid‑range Android segment in Europe and the US, giving competitors such as Samsung, Google and higher‑priced Oppo models a larger share of the market.