OnePlus has expanded its true wireless stereo (TWS) portfolio with the introduction of a new Jade Mist color option for the Nord Buds 3r. The new variant joins the existing Aura Blue and Ash Black finishes, timed to coincide with major annual retail events including the OnePlus Festive Sale, Amazon Great Indian Festival, and Flipkart Big Billion Days.
According to retail data for the 2026 year-to-date, the Nord Buds 3r ranks as the top-selling TWS model by value on Amazon.in and Myntra, as well as within the ₹1,500–₹2,000 average selling price (ASP) category on Flipkart. The addition of the Jade Mist colorway aims to broaden design choices within this segment.
Audio and Battery Specifications
The Nord Buds 3r are equipped with 12.4mm titanium-coated dynamic drivers paired with the Sound Master EQ system, which includes three pre-tuned presets and a 6-band customizable equalizer.
When paired with compatible OnePlus smartphones, the earbuds support OnePlus 3D Audio for spatial sound. Voice calls are handled via a dual-microphone setup utilizing AI noise reduction algorithms, beamforming hardware, and an anti-wind acoustic structure.
Battery performance is rated at up to 54 hours of cumulative playback with the charging case. The unit holds TÜV Rheinland Battery Health Certification, indicating sustained capacity across 1,000 charging cycles. The earbuds carry an IP55 rating for dust and water resistance.
Connectivity and Smart Features
The earbuds operate on Bluetooth 5.4, supporting Google Fast Pair and dual-device multipoint connectivity. Gaming mode offers low-latency performance rated down to 47ms. Additional software capabilities include:
- Utility controls: Tap 2 Take camera shutter functionality, Aqua Touch, and Find My Earbuds tracking.
- Smart services: Integrated AI Translation support.
OnePlus Nord Buds 3r specifications
- 12.4mm dynamic drivers
- Titanized vibrating diaphragm
- Microphones: 4 (2 per earbud)
- Dual mic AI noise cancellation call
- Bluetooth v5.4; AAC and SBC audio formats
- Google Fast Pair, Dual-Device Connection
- AI Translation, Tap 2 Take (double-tap to capture photos), Aqua Touch
- Sound Master Equalizer
- Compatibility with HeyMelody app
- IP55 Water & Sweat resistance
- Dimensions: Case – 60.2×47.5x24mm; Earbuds – 31.1×20.3×23.3mm
- Weight: Earbuds: 4.5g; Charging case: 47.6g
- Battery life: 58mAh battery in the earbuds offer up to 12h of playback on one charge; 560mAh battery in the case offers up to 54h of playback
- Colors: Aura Blue and Ash Black
Pricing and Availability
The standard retail price of the OnePlus Nord Buds 3r remains at INR 1,999. Beginning October 8, 2026, promotional discounts and bank offers during festive sales will reduce the effective purchase price of the Jade Mist variant to INR 1,599.
Availability spans online platforms—including OnePlus.in, the OnePlus Store App, Amazon, Flipkart, Myntra, and Blinkit—as well as offline retailers such as OnePlus Experience Stores, Croma, Reliance Digital, Vijay Sales, and Bajaj Electronics.
Commenting on the launch, Varun Jha, Business Head, IoT, OnePlus India, said:
Today, consumers are looking for technology that not only fits seamlessly into their everyday lives, but also reflects their individual preferences. With the Nord Buds 3r, we have seen a strong consumer response to this balance of functionality and style, and Jade Mist is a natural extension of that proposition, bringing more choice to the lineup.