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Tech companies are often known for their attention to detail, except when an unfortunate oversight slips through. OnePlus is currently dealing with an embarrassing error after some units of its newly launched OnePlus Watch 3 were shipped with a typo on the back. Instead of the expected "Made in China," the watches were mistakenly stamped with "Meda in China.
" The Chinese smartphone and electronics manufacturer acknowledged the mistake with a lighthearted response. "Oops, we've meda mistake!" the company posted on X (formerly Twitter), blending humour with an apology for the oversight. Customers who have received the misprinted OnePlus Watch 3 are being given two options.
OnePlus has suggested that users can either keep the watch as a rare collector's item or opt to return it without any hassle. "Keep it as a super limited edition (it's one-of-a-kind, after all)," the company noted in the statement. For those preferring a replacement, OnePlus has assured that affected customers can return the watch without any complications.
"Either way, thanks for your understanding while we get everything back in check," the company added. To address concerns about future purchases, OnePlus has encouraged customers to stay updated on restocks through its official website. While such manufacturing errors are uncommon, they do occasionally occur, even among top tech firms, reminding consumers that no brand is entirely immune to human error.
The typo, though minor, has drawn significant attention online, with some social media users amused by the error while others have pointed out the irony of a tech company making such a basic mistake. However, OnePlus' decision to own up to the issue with humour and offer a clear resolution has been seen as a pragmatic approach to handling the situation..
