The Silent Divide: Morocco’s Lingering Debate Over Darija in Education
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By LNGFRM Team
Published August 4, 2026
In a bold move that signals both innovation and a nod to modern design trends, OnePlus is set to retire its iconic Alert Slider in favor of a new “shortcut key” on the upcoming OnePlus 13T.
This change, announced by OnePlus China president Li Jie Louis on Weibo, marks a significant shift in the company’s approach to smartphone hardware, drawing inevitable comparisons to Apple’s recent design choices.
For years, the Alert Slider has been a hallmark feature of OnePlus devices, offering users a simple and tactile way to manage sound profiles.
Its removal may be met with some initial skepticism from long-time fans, but the introduction of the customizable shortcut key suggests OnePlus is not only listening to market trends but also aiming to innovate within them.
This new button promises to maintain the functionality of sound profile management while offering a level of customization that could cater to a broader range of user preferences.
The physical design of the button is reminiscent of Apple’s Action Button, an evolution the tech community has anticipated for a while.
It is a move that aligns with OnePlus’s reputation for borrowing the best ideas from competitors and putting its own spin on them.
While details about the button’s full capabilities remain under wraps, Li’s cryptic promise of a “very interesting function” hints at potential features that could surprise and delight.
Perhaps even more intriguing than the button is the shift away from curved displays.
The OnePlus 13T will feature a “straight screen,” a design choice that reflects feedback from users who prefer the practicality and aesthetics of flat screens.
With curved displays becoming less common outside China, this decision could be the start of a broader trend towards straightforward, user-friendly design—a move that may resonate well with consumers tired of the sometimes impractical flair of curves.
Yet, calling the OnePlus 13T a small-screen phone might be a bit of a stretch.
At an expected 6.3 inches, it’s hardly a mini in any traditional sense.
However, for those who found the 6.82-inch OnePlus 13 unwieldy, this might be a welcome reduction in size, offering a more comfortable fit without sacrificing display quality.
As OnePlus prepares to launch the 13T, the tech world is watching closely.
Will the new shortcut key and straight screen win over users, or will nostalgia for the Alert Slider reign supreme?
The answer will unfold when the device hits the market later this year, marking a new chapter in the ever-evolving story of smartphone design and functionality.
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