OnePlus seems to be leaving no stone unturned to address 'Meda in China' problem

If you’ve been following the latest news in the tech realm, you’ve probably heard about OnePlus’ ‘Meda in China’ typo on its Watch 3 devices. It’s a small slip-up, but it’s grabbed attention fast. Fans and critics alike are buzzing about it online. And OnePlus? They’re not just sitting back — they’re tackling it head-on.

The mistake popped up when a Reddit user noticed the odd wording on their new watch. Word spread, and soon, people were chuckling over the flub. But, OnePlus didn’t let the laughter linger too long. They owned up to it quickly and got to work fixing the mess.

Here’s where they’re shining. Every pre-order shipment of the Watch 3 now apparently comes with a printed apology letter. It’s not just a quick “sorry,” either. The letter explains the typo, admits it’s on the underside of the watch, and gives buyers two choices. Keep the quirky “one-of-a-kind” version or send it back for a corrected one. That’s a bold move. Most companies might just shrug it off, but OnePlus is giving customers options and a bit of humor to boot. They even lean into the charm, suggesting the typo makes these early models special.

A user took to Reddit to highlight the apology letter that opens with “Oops! We’ve meda mistake!”

From the chatter I see online, it’s clear that most customers aren’t going to return their watches just because of the minor typo in a place where no one looks anyway. Here are some of the comments that stood out under the post:

I got mine today too. I couldn’t even see it unless I put it under a bright light and look from an angle. – Tap-Dat-Ash

Got mine as well. It’s no bother, as the watch is fantastic. – gamefan5

Shows how you can be serious yet have a fun time with a mistake you’re made. Great job by marketing team. – Tsukiyon

OnePlus is already on it for the future too. They’ve delayed new sales to churn out typo-free watches. For now, pre-order folks can decide what to do with their “Meda” models. It’s a refreshing take — owning a mistake with style. Whether you keep the watch or swap it, OnePlus is making sure you feel heard. And that’s not something you see every day.

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