OnePlus 'meda' mistake with the Watch 3, and now it's offering free returns to make up for it

OnePlus unveiled the Watch 3 earlier this week, but its initial batch came with a hilarious typo that got people talking on the internet and led to trolling. For those unaware, the backplate of the OnePlus Watch 3 that early users got says "Meda in China" instead of "Made in China."

OnePlus Watch 3's backplate with the "Meda in China" typo (Source: MKBHD)

OnePlus' US branch responded to this issue and said the typo was "totally unintentional." Further, the brand joked that owners of this "Meda in China" OnePlus Watch 3 can "keep it as a super limited edition," but they can also get a free return.

Oops, we’ve meda mistake! 😅

A typo slipped through and made its way onto your shiny new OnePlus Watch 3. Don't worry, it was totally unintentional.

But hey, if you've already got your watch, you’ve got two options!

1️⃣Keep it as a super limited edition (it’s one-of-a-kind,… pic.twitter.com/MoSJyQ1pRe

— OnePlus_USA (@OnePlus_USA) February 21, 2025

The OnePlus Watch 3 is priced at around $330 in the US and comes in two colors - Obsidian Titanium and Emerald Titanium. You can read our OnePlus Watch 3 announcement coverage here to learn more about it.