[OnePlus 6T  Guides, News, & Discussion] Funk Wizard:
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Update on the launch:

Friends,

A lot has changed in the past 24 hours. When we announced the launch of the OnePlus 6T on October 8, we were convinced our timing would allow us to maximize the amount of people we could reach with our message. That changed when Apple announced they would be hosting their own event on October 30. We know the entire industry and all media will be holding their breath. So, imagine how we felt when we learned the date of their latest event. One minute, we were preparing for our greatest and most exciting launch event yet. The next, we were posed with a difficult question: “What do we do now?”

In any pursuit, you can only play the cards you are dealt. We were dealt a pretty bad hand. Our challenge was to find a way to make the most of a bad situation. For months on end, hundreds of people have poured their hearts and souls into creating our best product to date. Our goal is to make sure it gets the time and attention it deserves.

We couldn’t make this decision on our own. For hours, we talked to our press contacts to gain insight into how Apple’s announcement could affect the launch of the OnePlus 6T. We received considered, honest and thoughtful feedback. They showed us that if we chose to stick to our original timeline, launching the OnePlus 6T on October 30, we would be overshadowed by Apple.

But, we know the most important voices are yours – our community. We talked to some of our most loyal users, knowing we could not make a decision of this magnitude without your input. Because we know you would be most affected by this change. Flight tickets have been booked, hotel rooms reserved, and plans made. Internally, we were incredibly divided on this decision. We debated for hours before we came to one of the most painful decisions we have ever made.

As ambitious and passionate as we all are, we have to acknowledge the reality of this situation. There are no winners here. Over the course of almost 5 years, we have been proud to witness the rise of one of the most passionate and powerful communities in all of tech. But, we have to remain realistic. We have only just begun our journey and cannot afford to let one of the most important products in our history be affected by another great product launch. So after deep reflection, we have decided to move the OnePlus 6T Launch Event in New York City to October 29.

We are moving the event a day early so we can all experience the latest technology, together. To those affected, we know sorry isn’t good enough. So, we will do everything in our power to make things right. Starting with those of you who own a ticket, but won’t be able to make the event. Everyone who owns a ticket will be able to apply for a full refund for their ticket.

If you’re still able to join our event, first of all: Thank you! We will cover any costs you might incur to change your plans. If you need to pay to move your flight, we’ve got your back. Same goes for those of you who booked a hotel or made other arrangements. Our team will be getting in touch with all ticket owners individually to help you out.

We hope that you will understand our decision. If you are willing to help spread the word and make this our biggest event yet, we would be incredibly very grateful if you could share the news with other OnePlus followers. As we continue to grow, we will continue to challenge this industry together. We can’t wait to unveil the OnePlus 6T. It'll be a big week in New York. But, we’re ready to Unlock The Speed – hand-in-hand with you. Thank you for supporting us! See you October 29, at 11AM EDT.

OnePlus Team.

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Hi Everyone,

We’re currently hard at work to deliver a flagship experience worth waiting for. The OnePlus 6T is almost ready for launch. Join us for the unveiling and discover why our latest device marks an important step forward for OnePlus.

It all starts on October 30 at Pier 36 in New York, while our India Launch takes off at KDJW Stadium, inside Indira Gandhi Sports Complex, in New Delhi on the same day. We’re bringing the OnePlus 6T directly to you at our largest ever launch event. Headlined by our brand-new Screen Unlock feature, this event is the place to be to learn everything about our latest flagship. Join the OnePlus community live and share in the excitement.

Joined by plenty of familiar and new faces, our launch events remind us of the incredible spirit of our community. Thank you for helping us reach for new heights. Your support has made this all possible, so we want to make sure you’re a part of the celebrations. Make sure you don’t miss anything!

Early bird tickets to our event in New York City are now available [HERE]! These tickets are extremely limited, so don’t miss your chance to buy one. Once we run out of early bird tickets, you’ll still be able to grab a regular entry ticket in our store.

Get tips for launch day and anything else you might need in our launch megathread [HERE].

Can’t make the trip to NYC? Watch the official live-stream of our keynote on our launch page [Link TBD].

Keep an eye on our forums and social media channels for the latest OnePlus 6T news, as we build up to the big launch. We can’t thank you enough for supporting us throughout our journey. Let’s take the next step together!

Cheers,