The news about OnePlus shutting down came as a big shock to many people. On January 20, Android Headlines published an exclusive report claiming that OnePlus was closing its operations and had been put on life support until it completed its remaining commitments.
The report said that declining sales and the cancellation of some devices were the main reasons behind the alleged shutdown. This news surprised the smartphone industry and disappointed many OnePlus fans.
However, OnePlus has now strongly denied these claims and said that the company is operating normally.
OnePlus India CEO Denies Shutdown Claims
OnePlus India CEO Robin Liu responded to these rumours on X (formerly Twitter). He said that the information being shared about OnePlus India was incorrect.
Liu clearly stated that the company is operating as usual and will continue to do so. He ended his message with OnePlus’s popular slogan, “Never Settle.”
Company Calls Reports ‘Unverified and False’
Along with his post, Robin Liu shared a photo carrying a clear message. It stated that recent unverified reports about OnePlus shutting down are false.
The message also confirmed that OnePlus India is functioning normally. The company requested all stakeholders and the public to verify information from official sources before sharing unproven claims.
This clarification comes at a time when smartphone brands are under close scrutiny in India, which is one of the world’s largest and most competitive mobile phone markets.
Declining Demand and Market Share Challenges
Despite denying shutdown rumours, OnePlus is facing tough competition in the smartphone market. The brand is gradually losing market share to its rivals. The recent memory chip shortage has further added to its challenges.
According to IDC data, OnePlus’s market share dropped from 3.6% in Q3 2024 to 2.4% in Q3 2025, marking a decline of 30.5%. Meanwhile, its parent company Oppo maintained a stable market share of 13.9% in both Q3 2024 and Q4 2025.
