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OnePlus exits US market after eight-year struggle

By Meridian48 News Desk · Summarised from The Verge ·

OnePlus announced its exit from the US market, ending an eight-year run. The brand had seen a recent resurgence with the OnePlus 15 and OnePlus Open, but T-Mobile had already stopped stocking its phones. The move reflects the challenges of competing in the US smartphone market dominated by Apple and Samsung.

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OnePlus's departure underscores how hard it is for niche Android brands to gain traction in the US, even with strong products.
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