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OPPO Launches Find N2 Flip Globally

OPPO has unveiled its first foldable smartphone for international users, the OPPO Find N2 Flip. With this flip device, OPPO is officially expanding the foldable product line to overseas markets after the great success of the OPPO Find N and OPPO Find N2 series in China.

Combining the largest cover screen on any flip phone with all-day battery life and SUPERVOOC flash charging, the OPPO Find N2 Flip takes foldables from the fringes to the forefront in a compact, sleek way.

The new OPPO Find N2 Flip puts an industry-leading cover screen into palms and pockets, challenging what users have come to expect from small form-factor foldables. Together with its light weight and pocketable size, the OPPO Find N2 Flip’s vertical cover screen turns the company’s debut flip phone into an incredible photography tool. The large cover screen also features powerful widgets that help users stay on top of up to six notifications at a time and handle other simple tasks without needing to open the phone.

Empowered by world-class hardware, a flagship camera system with a Sony IMX890 sensor, powerful MediaTek Dimensity 9000+, ultra-fast dual-SIM 5G connectivity, and best-in-class charging speeds, the OPPO Find N2 Flip marks the start of a new chapter for OPPO’s foldable product portfolio and flip phones on the whole.

Redefining the Cover Screen

Measuring at 3.26 inches, the OPPO Find N2 Flip’s cover screen is the largest of any flip phone on the market. Its generous size makes everything easier to do whether taking selfies or checking notifications.

The vertical orientation is a game changer, allowing the Cover Screen to display up to six notifications in one view, which is industry-leading. Quickly reply to messages in mainstream messenger apps, toggle settings, record a voice note, answer a call and more – all without opening your phone.

Balancing useful features with fun, playful moments, the OPPO Find N2 Flip’s cover screen lets you customise your home screen in interactive ways. Pet lovers can choose between a bird, cat, dog, hamster, or rabbit, and you’ll have company whenever you fire it up. From playful to laugh-out-loud, set a GIF as your cover screen wallpaper for memes on loop, and if you’re a Bitmoji fan, your sticker pack can be your AOD (always-on display). In addition to Bitmoji, the AOD also displays helpful insights including the time, date, power status, and notifications.

Rather than creating a loud, attention-grabbing aesthetic for the OPPO Find N2 Flip’s design, OPPO went for a sleek look, so the phone’s style acts as a backdrop for the cover screen to shine.

With polished aluminum sides, a fingerprint-resistant glass cover and a unique micro-etched wave pattern across the hinge, Find N2 Flip has a simplified design, which feels premium in the hand and is available in two colours: Astral Black and Moonlit Purple.

Weighing just 191g and measuring only 7.45mm in thickness, the OPPO Find N2 Flip is thin and light, and with its micro-arc, precision curved glass back cover, it is a comfortable fit in your hand, whether open or closed.

It’s the immense 6.8-inch E6 AMOLED display is picture perfect, with its cinematic 21:9 aspect ratio and smooth 120Hz adaptive refresh rate. Viewability is excellent in different environments thanks to an advanced anti-reflection film and up to 1600 nits of peak brightness.

The Best Flip Phone Camera

The OPPO Find N2 Flip’s flagship 50MP main camera features a large Sony IMX890 sensor with an f/1.8 lens – a strong foundation for incredible imaging.

See more and capture with confidence, as the largest cover screen of any flip phone gives you the clearest selfie preview available. And if you’re taking a photo or video of someone else, fire up Dual Preview so they can see how they look.

The OPPO Find N2 Flip’s 17:9 aspect ratio cover screen is the same vertical orientation as your phone’s camera sensor, keeping cropping to a minimum for maximum detail.

Unlock even more creativity with FlexForm Mode, made possible by the second-generation Flexion Hinge, as the OPPO Find N2 Flip holds its position mid-fold between 45-110 degrees for waist-level dynamic angles and evocative 4K time-lapse video.

FlexForm Mode also turns your flip phone into a tripod-steady, hands-free camera. Just part-fold it, place it on a surface and then trigger the shutter release with an open palm gesture – perfect for group shots. It also harnesses the power of the 32MP selfie camera. With its Sony IMX709 sensor, autofocus, and wide-angle lens, rest the phone down for a high-quality hands-free video call, with FlexForm mode optimized for apps like WhatsApp and Zoom.

Co-developed with legendary camera manufacturer Hasselblad, the OPPO Find N2 Flip captures pro-grade colours, a fully featured Professional Mode, and its unique XPAN mode freezes time in a wide, cinematic frame.

Much more than just a photography champion, the OPPO Find N2 Flip’s in-house imaging NPU, MariSilicon X, boosts night video to capture ultra-clear 4K footage in low light, and you can also hold the phone part-folded and sideways, just like a camcorder for a steadier grip.

Tested to Over 400,000 Folds

Much of what makes the OPPO Find N2 Flip outstanding is its second-generation Flexion Hinge, which works in harmony with the main display to create a robust folding screen with an incredibly subtle crease.

The hinge’s miniaturised design is made up of fewer components than the first-generation Flexion Hinge used on the OPPO Find N, and in its intricate simplicity, OPPO has achieved a new standard of mechanical stability. The second-generation Flexion Hinge is more compact than ever, creating extra space for a larger cover screen and a higher-capacity, faster-charging battery.

Just as with the OPPO Find N and OPPO Find N2, there is no hinge gap when you close the OPPO Find N2 Flip, so it keeps dust out to better protect the inner display. The phone has also been independently certified by TÜV Rhineland to withstand over 400,000 folds and unfolds at standard room temperature. That’s equivalent to opening and closing the phone around 100 times a day for more than ten years, and it’s also tested up to 100,000 times at 50 degrees Celsius and 95 per cent humidity, and at -20 degrees Celsius.

OPPO iterated its second-generation Flexion Hinge to guide the screen into the gentlest folding angle possible, creating a waterdrop-shaped fold that results in a significantly shallower, narrower crease than other flip phones when unfolded. In addition to being incredibly subtle to the eye, it also feels virtually imperceptible to the touch for an uninterrupted flat-screen experience.

The Longest Lasting and Fastest Charging Flip Phone

The OPPO Find N2 Flip fits a large 4,300mAh battery in its compact body. This is the biggest battery in any flip phone by a huge margin, resulting in reliable all-day battery life.

OPPO worked closely with MediaTek to create an optimised version of its flagship Dimensity 9000+ chipset for the OPPO Find N2 Flip. These efforts have resulted in over one hour of video calling, more than two hours of social media and five hours of music streaming.

The OPPO Find N2 Flip is the first flip phone to confidently offer a full day of use on a single charge – resolving one of the most critical pain points among existing and potential users of flip smartphones.

OPPO has included the fastest charging of any flip phone in the OPPO Find N2 Flip – 44W SUPERVOOC – taking the battery from nearly empty to 50% in just 23 minutes and up to 100%in less than one hour.

ColorOS 13 with the longest OS and security support in Android phones

In addition to world-class hardware, the OPPO Find N2 Flip is a huge step forward with the software experience for flip smartphones. It runs OPPO’s latest ColorOS 13 specifically optimized for the new form factor, taking full advantage of the large cover screen, Flexform Mode and a lot more. It is also OPPO’s first phone to offer four years of major ColorOS updates and five years of security updates, joining the ranks of the longest support in any Android phone.

In summary, the OPPO Find N2 Flip breaks through barriers with the largest cover screen on any flip phone. With it, world-class selfies and flagship photography experiences are made possible.

Robust enough for over a decade of folding, and with all-day battery life and fast charging, durability and battery anxiety will be a distant memory as the OPPO Find N2 Flip marks the start of a new chapter for foldables and smartphones.

Price and Availability

The OPPO Find N2 Flip will be available in Ireland later this year. Stay tuned for more information on available colours, pricing and further details but you can still buy from the UK from March 2nd  if you do not want to wait.

OPPO launches new flash charging and 5G CPE technologies at MWC 2022, while demonstrating strong global growth

On the opening day of Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2022, OPPO unveiled a lineup of new technologies, including 150W SUPERVOOC flash charge with Battery Health Engine that doubles battery lifespan, 240W SUPERVOOC flash charge that charges 4500mAh in 9 minutes and all-new OPPO 5G CPE T2 that converts 5G to extremely fast Wi-Fi.

OPPO showcased its flagship series of smartphones, the Find X5 Series, alongside the Find N, and a range of innovative technologies, such as MariSilicon X imaging NPU, OPPO Air Glass and more.

 

Global growth in mid- and high-end markets globally

Following the company’s continued R&D investment and commitment to delivering the best possible products, OPPO maintained its position as the world’s fourth largest smartphone brand in 2021, with YoY growth of 22% and a market share of 11% (Canalys). OPPO Find X3 Series shipments increased by 140% compared with the previous generation. As a pioneer in 5G, OPPO has ranked as the world’s second largest Android 5G smartphone brand for two consecutive years.

Billy Zhang, Vice President of Overseas Sales and Service, OPPO, said “Despite the many challenges we’ve faced over the past years, the telecommunications industry has still seen positive development, and we at OPPO have seen steady growth. Technologies like the 240W SUPERVOOC flash charge demonstrate our leadership in innovation, while devices such as the OPPO 5G CPE T2 highlight the new directions our business is heading. Through our new brand proposition, ‘Inspiration Ahead’, OPPO uses innovation and collaboration to collectively overcome challenges with our partners, bringing human-centric and inspiring technology experiences to users around the world.” 

All-new, record-setting SUPERVOOC flash charge technologies improve battery health

Since introducing SUPERVOOC in 2014, OPPO has led the development and innovation of flash charging technology, with over 220 million users globally experiencing OPPO’s efficient, safe, and rapid flash charging. OPPO’s new 150W SUPERVOOC flash charge uses direct charging technology with charge pumps and can charge a 4,500 mAh battery to 50% in 5 minutes and deliver a 100% charge in just 15 minutes.

The 150W SUPERVOOC flash charge integrates OPPO’s Battery Health Engine, which launched last week on the OPPO Find X5 series. The technology keeps the battery performing at 80% of its original capacity after as many as 1,600 charge cycles, doubling the current industry standard of 800 cycles.

OPPO also welcomed a new record-breaking charging technology with the arrival of 240W SUPERVOOC flash charge. As demonstrated at MWC 2022, 240W SUPERVOOC can charge a 4,500mAh battery to 100% in about 9 minutes, truly pushing the boundaries of charging power.

New 5G CPE T2 converts 5G signals into fast and stable Wi-Fi connections

5G CPE devices convert 5G signals into Wi-Fi or LAN network connections, allowing multiple devices to connect to a 5G service at home, in the office and more. In areas without existing broadband infrastructure, devices can get fast 5G internet by connecting to a 5G CPE device with a 5G SIM card inserted.

The new OPPO 5G CPE T2 features a Qualcomm® SnapdragonTM X62 5G modem-RF system and OPPO’s updated O-Reserve 2.0 smart antenna technology, allowing it to convert 5G signals into fast and stable Wi-Fi connections. With the new T2, OPPO has currently reached agreements with operators across the Middle East, Africa, Asia-Pacific, and Europe to empower even more people in more regions with the connective power of 5G CPE in the second half of 2022.

OPPO at MWC 2022

OPPO’s SUPERVOOC flash charge, 5G CPE T2, and the all-new Find X5 Series will be available to experience at the OPPO Booth at MWC 2022 booth #3M10, Hall 3 from February 28 to March 3. OPPO has created a virtual playground for tech enthusiasts around the world to experience the latest from OPPO from the convenience of their smart device.

OPPO launches its new flagship Find X5 series in Ireland

OPPO, the world’s leading smart device brand today announced its cutting-edge flagship Find X5 series, raising the bar on smartphone imaging and premium design. The series, including the OPPO Find X5 Pro, OPPO Find X5 and OPPO Find X5 Lite deliver powerful performance, pro-grade cameras and futuristic design. This is welcome news as Oppo is now a prominent player in Ireland with their range of smartphones and these are a great range of devices just to even look at right now and the White variants really have my attention here and we look forward to checking them out.

The new OPPO Find X5 Series is packed with industry-leading features and world-first imaging experiences, including a dedicated imaging Neural Processing Unit developed by OPPO, MariSilicon X, which overcomes smartphone video capture’s greatest challenge – night-time recording. Complemented with an incomparable dual flagship IMX766 camera system, unrivalled performance, ultra-fast 5G connectivity, and incredible SUPERVOOC TM Flash Charging technology.

“The Find X5 Series elevates the Find X series to a whole new level of beauty – both aesthetic and in terms of capabilities, redrawing the boundaries of the mobile experience across design, imaging, battery technology and performance. It builds on the core DNA that made the Find X3 Series a hit with consumers and critics alike,” said William Liu, President of Global Marketing at OPPO.

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4K Ultra Night Video for photography that stands out

Night video presents a major challenge for smartphones, so OPPO has designed a dedicated imaging NPU, MariSilicon X, to bring the night to life, without sacrificing colour. Based on a 6-nanometer process crafted for top-tier imaging performance, it delivers the most powerful AI computing power available, resulting in a four times improvement in perceived night video resolution, less grain and superior colour reproduction. It makes 4K Ultra Night Video possible for the first time on an Android smartphone, with each frame as clean as a still photo.

OPPO’s MariSilicon X is just one key element of Find X5 Pro’s advanced imaging system. The wide-angle camera on the Find X5 Pro features a first-of-its-kind Five-axis OIS system, which improves with every use to counter handshake, reduce noise and sharpen scenes. It also features an upgraded front camera, an intelligent 32MP shooter that captures details in brilliant clarity, boosting dynamic range and true-to-life textures to make selfies pop.

To help further realise OPPO’s vision of professional camera experiences, Find X5 series is OPPO’s first to incorporate the best of Hasselblad software – Hasselblad Camera for Mobile – to enhance and finetune the beautiful and natural colours of your photography.

Futuristic design in a premium package

Building on the design innovations of the Find X series, the expertly curated Find X5 Pro features a spacecraft-inspired curved body. The ultra-hard, true ceramic back of Find X5 Pro is available in Ceramic White and Glaze Black, reflecting its clean, modern sophistication at its finest. This seamless ceramic back panel blends beauty and durability, taking over 168 hours to create and is splash, water, and dust resistant with a IP68 rating.

The Find X5 Pro also boosts display performance with the first multi-brightness colour calibration of its kind, creating consistent colours no matter the lighting conditions. Featuring a 6.7-inch ultra-clear curved AMOLED screen, the Find X5 Pro’s 10-bit screen displays more than 1 billion colours, creating smooth tonal and colour gradations, displaying the full depth and range of even the most subtle shifts in colour.

OPPO’s most powerful flagship to date – featuring ColorOS 12.1

Powered by the latest-generation, multicore Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 processor, Find X5 Pro is supercharged to handle even the most demanding games and applications. The large, 5000mAh dual-cell battery reflects a capacity increase of more than 11 per cent over Find X3 Pro and can charge from empty to 50 per cent in just 12 minutes, and with 50W AIRVOOC TM, it powers up to 100 per cent wirelessly in just 47 minutes.

OPPO’s ColorOS 12.1 delivers its most intuitive and personal experience ever. Combined with Google’s Android 12 operating system, it features incredible experiences and class-leading privacy features and full access to the Google Play Store and its 3 million+ apps.

Introducing OPPO Find X5 and Find X5 Lite

OPPO Find X5 and Find X5 Lite also joined the Find X5 series today, bringing powerful performance and stunning design to a wide range of audience.

The Find X5 has an understated, yet ultra-premium finish, with frosted, matte glass and fingerprint-resistant chassis, available in Black or White. It also includes the outstanding dual IMX766 camera system, powered by MariSilicon X imaging NPU, a 6.5” 120Hz billion-colour display, support for 80W SUPERVOOC TM charging, 30W AIRVOOC TM wireless charging and more.

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With the Find X5 Lite, users can express themselves through professional portraits thanks to its outstanding camera configuration and AI-enhanced imaging features. The Find X5 Lite is the portrait expert capable of capturing DSLR-like portraits through features like Portrait Mode, Bokeh Flare Portrait Video, and more.

Prices and availability

The full Find X5 series will be available from retailers in Irish market in the coming months

  • The OPPO Find X5 Pro will be available in Glaze Black priced at €1,299
  • The OPPO Find X5 will be available in Black priced at €999
  • The OPPO Find X5 Lite will be available in Starry Black priced at €499

OPPO announces global launch of ColorOS 12

Based on Android 12, the new ColorOS brings a clean, inclusive UI with smoother performance

Leading global smart device brand OPPO today announced the global launch of its ColorOS 12 operating system, becoming one of the first OEMs to run on Android 12. Aiming to provide a seamless user experience, ColorOS 12 introduces an all-new inclusive UI with smoother performance and features to boost everyday productivity.

Inclusivity at the core

Providing an inclusive, customisable user experience for OPPO users around the world, ColorOS 12 builds on OPPO’s Infinite Design concept. With softer icons, animations and frameworks which adapt to different languages and cultures, ColorOS 12 provides a highly personalised experience for users around the world.

A seamless experience to power productivity

Delivering a smooth experience is at the core of OPPO’s R&D efforts, and ColorOS 12 emphasises comfort and endurance at its heart. OPPO has made advancements in addressing lags and stutters during prolonged usage, achieving only a 2.75% system aging rate in 3 years – an average of 30% lower memory occupation and 20% lower battery consumption. Meanwhile, ColorOS 12 caters to user’s visual instincts with the Quantum Animation Engine offering more than 300 improved lifelike animations to offer a more intuitive, smooth experience. Maximising productivity, ColorOS 12 offers features including FlexDrop, PC Connect and 3-Finger Translate powered by Google Lens to optimise work life balance.

 Privacy is a priority

ColorOS 12 allows users to take control of their privacy by providing improved security features from Android 12 including Privacy Dashboards, Approximate Location Sharing and Microphone and Camera Indicators. Clear menus and buttons offer users full autonomy over their privacy and popular features including Private System, Private Safe and App Lock remain a key feature in the updated OS .

With privacy as a top priority, OPPO has improved data compliance by guaranteeing that user data is held in local servers, saved in a non-plain text format and transmitted using a proprietary protocol. OPPO uses privacy certifications from organisations such as ePrivacy and ISO2701 when filing data to ensure user data is held in a secure, compliant way.

An OS open to Android developers

Contributing to a culture of technological exchange with Android partners is a key focus for OPPO and ColorOS 12. Incorporating many stock Android features, ColorOS has inspired a customisable trend in Android 12, such as the Wallpaper-based Theming system in Material You and App Cloner. OPPO’s ColorOS aims to become a more Android developer friendly OS. In addition to the free camera SDKs covering OPPO’s most advantageous camera capabilities – including Ultra Steady Video Shooting, HDR and Super Wide-Angle, OPPO has further opened its HyperBoost, Color Vision Enhancement to benefit Android app developers and enhance the Android ecosystem.

 

ColorOS 12 Rollout Plan

OPPO will roll out the ColorOS 12 public beta on the Find X3 Pro 5G today in Indonesia, Thailand and Malaysia. Rollouts will continue in other countries and on additional devices through the rest of 2021 and 2022, aiming to bring ColorOS 12 to over 110 models with 150 million users worldwide:

OPPO Unveils Series of New Imaging Technologies, Leading the Future of Smartphone Imaging Development

Today, leading global smart device brand OPPO revealed a series of breakthroughs in smartphone imaging technology focused on upgrades to sensors, modules, and algorithms. The innovations include OPPO’s next-generation RGBW sensor, OPPO’s 85-200mm continuous optical zoom, OPPO’s Five-axis OIS technology, and OPPO’s next-generation under-screen camera. Unveiled at OPPO’s Future Imaging Technology launch event, the announcements reflect OPPO’s commitment to optimising existing imaging technologies to allow users to capture top-quality photography with ease.

Next-generation RGBW sensor enhances light sensitivity with improved colour performance

OPPO’s new RGBW sensor significantly improves light sensitivity by introducing additional white sub-pixels(W), groundbreaking DTI technology, and OPPO’s self-developed 4-in-1 pixel algorithm. Providing improved low-light capture, the new sensor captures 60% more light than previous sensors while achieving a 35% reduction in noise* to deliver clearer and brighter images in low-light conditions.

The upgraded sensor also offers improved colour performance. By increasing the level of computing power needed to execute complex algorithms, the sensor maximises the amount of data extracted from white pixels. OPPO’s 4-in-1 pixel algorithm boosts the sensor’s colour performance to prevent issues such as colour inaccuracy. Industry-leading DTI pixel isolation technology and DeepSi processing prevent sub-pixel crosstalk to improve image quality.  The next-generation RGBW sensor is also able to enhance photo and video portraits, offering improvements to skin, texture and contrast. The new sensor will be commercially released in OPPO products from Q4 2021.

 

New modules to support super smooth zoom and clearer snapshots

OPPO’s new 85-200mm module delivers continuous optical zoom to support super smooth zoom. Capturing sharp images at every magnification level, from close-up portraits to landscapes, users can enjoy a smooth transition with the continuous optical zoom range for professional-level image quality. The module avoids problems like jumping, white balance inaccuracy, and colour bias experienced by conventional multi-camera zoom systems. The module redesigns the hardware of the existing structural module, with advancements including:

  • Adoption of G+P (glass + plastic) lens technology with two ultra-thin, high-precision aspheric glass lenses to boost optical effects such as minimising stray light.
  • A tunnel magnetoresistance sensor (TMR sensor) to allow the lenses within the camera module to move with increased stability and precision.
  • An upgraded guiding shaft motor to increase the dynamic tilt which the lens system can be moved at, supporting continuous optical zoom at higher magnifications.

The new OPPO five-axis OIS guarantees clearer snapshots by receiving and analysing  movement data from the gyroscope and using algorithms to break it down into respective components. The data is then passed to the lens and image sensor, which are driven by ball-bearing motors and shape memory alloys. When the amplitude of the movement is relatively large, sensor-shift OIS will be utilised – including horizontal shifting (x), vertical shifting (y), and rolling – together with algorithm compensation, to achieve five-axis stabilisation. This allows a maximum stabilisation angle of ±3°, three times more than traditional OIS technology on mobile devices, while the sensor can also shift with a precision of 2μm. For night-time or motion shots, OPPO’s proprietary algorithm technology improves stability, clarity, and colour performance, increasing the vibration compensation performance by up to 65%. The OPPO Five-axis OIS will be commercially released in OPPO products from Q1 2022.

New Algorithm: OPPO algorithms support next-generation USC to deliver the perfect balance between screen and camera quality

OPPO showcased its next-generation under-screen camera solution for future smartphones. The innovative pixel geometry ensures a 400-PPI high-quality display in the USC area. Using transparent wiring and a new design, the result provides clear display quality with a smoother visual experience. OPPO’s proprietary screen technology enables each pixel circuit to drive only 1 pixel. Combined with OPPO’s precise algorithmic compensation technology, this allows the screen brightness to be precisely controlled with a deviation of about 2%, and an improved screen lifespan of up to 50%.

OPPO’s Research Institute has developed a series of imaging AI algorithms including diffraction reduction, anti-condensation, HDR and AWB, to optimise imaging quality of the under-screen camera. By training its AI diffraction reduction model using tens of thousands of images to control problems caused by light diffraction, users can capture clearer, more natural images.

As consumer demand for better imaging technologies evolves, OPPO continues to strengthen its global R&D capacities to provide users with an even better imaging experience.

OPPO becomes official sponsor of Wimbledon Championships for the third time. #Oppo #Wimbledon

OPPO, a leading global smart device brand, is sponsoring one of the most iconic tennis tournaments, The Championships at Wimbledon, for the third time. Following more than a year of lockdowns and social distancing measures, OPPO will bring fans closer to the tennis by hosting a series of tennis-themed pop-ups during the tournament that everyone based in the square-mile city can enjoy.

At the AELTC, OPPO will be hosting an immersive, slow motion studio experience, offering Wimbledon attendees, across all thirteen days, the chance to create their own winning tennis moment. – all footage will be captured on the flagship Find X3 Pro in one billion colours via dual primary 50MP lenses. Post filming, the FHD resolution video will be edited in real time and sent to the participant to share and keep as a unforgettable personalised memento of their time at the iconic tournament.

Tennis fans can also enjoy all the action on the big screen in central London, with OPPO hosting its own Henman Hill pop-up at The Scoop, overlooking Tower Bridge. For three dedicated days of the Championship, guests can relax in the sunshine with OPPO taking over the amphitheatre space from 1st -3rd July. 200 spectators per day can sign up for free to watch the tennis unfold in OPPO’s dedicated seating area, with a complimentary drink or two, and will also be in with a chance to win tickets to SW19 for the second week of the tournament.

The public can make a difference and play with heart by taking part in OPPO’s photo initiative at The Scoop – for every tennis themed photo taken in the booths, OPPO will donate £1 to sports charity StreetGames, to fund urban tennis clubs in London for young people.

Kevin Cho, General Manager, OPPO UK, said:

“From the fierce contest between Federer and Djokovic, through to strawberries and cream on court, we want to offer all tennis fans a piece of the action this summer. Wimbledon is one of the most prestigious sporting and cultural events in the UK and after a hiatus last year, we’re delighted to be supporting the Championships and have a few aces up our sleeves to bring this to life. From our innovative slow-motion studio to our outdoor viewing event, this is a great chance to showcase our ambitions and commitment to UK customers.

“What’s more, we feel strongly that all young people deserve an opportunity to fall in love with the sport; which is why we’ve chosen to donate to StreetGames and fund tennis lessons in urban areas. Now is a key time to look forward to what’s ahead and embrace the beautiful game of tennis.”

Mick Desmond, AELTC Commercial & Media Director at The Championships at Wimbledon, said:

“We are delighted to welcome back OPPO to the family of Official Partners of the Championships. Together, we hope to bring sport to as many fans as possible after what’s been a difficult year – and want to make this tournament extra special. We value this partnership with OPPO immensely; like Wimbledon, it is pushing the boundaries all the time and seeing what’s possible. We’re excited to see the great tennis on display and hope that this year will be one to remember.”

 

James Gregory, London and SE Director, StreetGames, said:

“We’re delighted that OPPO has chosen us as its charity of choice for donations as part of its Wimbledon campaign. Sport has incredible power to transform young lives, but for too many young people access to sport and physical fitness is a real challenge. By giving every young person the chance to get involved in sport and physical activity we can help bring communities together and ensure that all young people can get the support and opportunities they deserve.”

Hot off the heels of its Roland Garros tennis tournament sponsorship this year, and as part of OPPO’s  growing commitment to UK and European customers, the Wimbledon sponsorship is part of OPPO’s wider ambitions to partner with high-profile sporting and cultural events in Britain and beyond.

To sign-up for complimentary tickets for OPPO’s pop-up screening event at The Scoop, More London Riverside, More London, London SE1 2DB, register here.

For more information on StreetGames, visit www.streetgames.org

Tech Review – Oppo Find X3 Neo. #OppoFindX3Series

The smartphone market is saturated to say the least but there is much to consider here when it comes to buying a smartphone these days and people are now more tech savvy too and will not be fooled by great marketing and tend to look at real life usage reviews of smartphones over clever advertising and Oppo is one brand that can deliver with both after using some of their smartphones over the last year and these devices offer good value for money even at the lower end and mid tier section.

Testament to that is now how Oppo is placed in the market being 4th in the world as a smartphone vendor and this is something to write home about considering the market out there today and their phones do stand out and grab your attention even to walk by a shop or see it on a display in the shop window and they coalesce well. From their design and looks they do move away from the current trend of gigantic camera humps with more slender looking ones and not in your face I find them much more elegant looking devices and in comparison to some recently launched devices the humps on the rear have become too much and in your face making a statement Oppo does this more elegant and can still make a statement.

I have gone through pretty much all the features in the first look experience below so you can have a look here and see what you can expect  when you hand over your money for this phone and yes for those who want to know how good the camera is it is excellent and there is more samples further down here to look at.

 

On the looks department the phone looks really nice and in fact it is one of those devices you would rather carry with no case on board due to its sleek finish and soft corners, the design of this device is simple great but I think the more expensive option the pro version might just beat it.

The display is one to behold though with a 6.55-inch FHD+ (1440 x 1080 resolution) AMOLED making content rich on a bigger canvas with really great speakers too that are loud, in fact I have had people tell me to turn them down in some cases even showing them the content on the device, like for me it is if i have a great display why not enhance that with the sound and that you can do here with this device capping out at 1100 nits with two refresh rates on offer being 90Hz refresh rate and a 120Hz touch sampling rate..

Oppo Find X3 Neo
Oppo Find X3 Neo

You can customise this device to your liking with many features on offer here giving you more control over your device unlike my iPhone 12 which is being heading toward my storage box more and more of late and along with ColorOS 11 which keeps improving over time you will be pleased at what can be done here especially the cool lighting effects on the sides of the device for notifications, this is similar to that on the TCL 10 pro which is really nice and should be on all phones. The home screen is also another area with an always on display that can highlight your needs too and the options to customise and control how this works it cuts down alot if you have a busy phone like I would. Themes and wallpaers too are nice, the animations on offer for fingerprint and charging and not forgetting again the edge lighting.

Multitasking on this phone for me has been one of the best so far this year, again I am considered a poweruser and a phone that can multitask fast is what I need and this is simply great, from the moment i pick it up the speed of the bio metrics have the device ready to go before I get ready to make some moves and get work done quickly and promptly with no interruption or lag anywhere and for me this makes it great for a workload on mobile.

The Camera department here is good overall with many options to play with, it does not have the microscopic lens which I will try out on the pro and looks really cool the macro does a good job, again a more elegant hump on the rear with Quad rear cameras with a 50-megapixel, f/1.8 aperture, optical image stabilisation (OIS) 2x optical zoom: 13MP, f/2.4 Wide-angle: 16MP, f/2.2 Macro: 2MP32MP front-facing selfie camera and Video: 4K up to 60fps which is really impressive stuff for those who are into vlogs etc. Check the samples below for more and decide for yourself. I am not a photography specialist never claimed to be one but for me it delivers.

 

The Find X3 Neo also features 65W SuperVOOC 2.0 – one of the fastest charging technologies commercially available on the market. This means it can charge up to 100% in as little as 35 minutes. This is game changing for those with battery anxiety or those who forgot to charge their device overnight and you can simply pop it on charge whilst you get ready for work and so on.  One annoying thing for me though is there is NO wireless charging but with the above you can forgive it I am one of those who has adopted wireless charging with wireless charging docks around the house and at this price you would expect this included but hey its fine look at the speed you can charge your device up to 100% at.

Can I recommend this phone ? Well certainly yes I can it might be a hard sell though depending what you want in a phone but with the overall package here and how it is executed I would lean more so to this phone than other offerings particularity ones available outside Ireland that some folk sing and dance about but lets see what happens those when you run into problems and getting those addressed.

OPPO becomes the 4th largest smartphone vendor in Europe in 2021 #Oppo

According to a Counterpoint market research, OPPO achieved a 94% year-on-year growth in Europe during the first quarter of 2021. By doubling its sales share over a year, the company now ranks as the 4th largest smartphone vendor in the region.

Maggie Xue, President of OPPO Western Europe, commented: “Since the launch of Find X3 Series, we have been humbled by the overwhelmingly positive response from our customers and communities, which has been reflected in the impressive demand for our new devices. Compared with the Find X2 Series last year, the pre-sales have increased by over 400% year-on-year.”

As a consumer-centric company, OPPO puts customers at the core of all our decisions. This fundamental value has fueled the passion for delivering excellence with each iteration of products, and becoming one of the leading manufacturers in the world.

With more innovation and product launches to come in 2021, OPPO will continue to move forward to bring the best product experiences to customers in WEU.

OPPO and National Geographic bring attention to endangered species across the globe. #Oppo

Colour is deeply rooted in human experience, with nature offering a rich spectrum of hues, tones and contrast. While many have celebrated nature’s diversity for thousands of years, some of its rarest species are currently at risk of extinction.

Together with storytelling partner National Geographic, OPPO embarked on a journey to capture nature in its true full-colour beauty with the help of its latest Find X3 Pro smartphone. Working with award-winning National Geographic photographers and leveraging its billion-colour camera, OPPO aims to capture nature in its truest form, highlighting and driving awareness to endangered species as well through two campaigns – “Endangered Colour” and “Out of This World Colours”

Endangered Colour

Endangered Colour is a campaign spearheaded by OPPO in collaboration with National Geographic and the National Geographic Society. Through a series of images and short films shot by National Geographic photographer Joel Sartore, all captured on OPPO Find X3 Pro, audiences can experience nature from a new perspective and discover a world full of unimaginable colour.

Each Endangered Colour episode focuses on a single colour – red, green, or blue, shedding light on nine species at risk of extinction. From the brilliant fur of the red panda to the bright blue skin of the poison dart frog, it is hard to imagine life without these spectacular colours.

Through raw and unfiltered, billion-colour footage, Endangered Colour brings the true colour and textures of nature to life with 100 percent accuracy, preserving them far into the future and raising awareness to endangered species around the world.

With the help of the Find X3 Pro, Joel Sartore chronicles biodiversity and the extinction crisis as part of a lifelong project created to document species from around the planet. As part of the Endangered Colour project, Joel captured the striking colours of endangered animals, such as the blue dart frog or the thick-billed parrot. By using the one-billion colour camera, he was able to showcase how breath-taking these hues and tones truly are, raising awareness to the dangerously fast disappearing beauty of nature.

Out of This World Colours

Further exploring the otherworldly beauty of Earth, OPPO also announced its “Out of This World Colours” campaign in partnership with National Geographic photographer Keith Ladzinski. This project aims to explore the Mojave Desert’s Mars-like landscapes, highlighting the stunning environment and bringing to life its earthy orange colours through one billion colour photography.

The campaign draws attention to nature’s unique beauty, encouraging a sense of curiosity and exploration, while driving awareness to people’s responsibility in preserving these wonders sustainably.

Taking action

Through capturing biodiversity and the extinction crisis through Photo Ark – a lifelong project created to document all captive species, helping people to connect with and care about our planet in inspiring ways, Joel Sartore invited viewers to visually consider the consequences of ignoring the beauty in nature most at risk.

OPPO supports National Geographic’s mission to protect the health of our planet.

As part of the Endangered Colour campaign, OPPO will donate USD $500,000 to National Geographic Society to help support the National Geographic Society’s wildlife conservation efforts at large including Photo Ark and the Photo Ark EDGE Fellowship.

Join OPPO and National Geographic Society in supporting wildlife conservation and protecting endangered colour for future generations: http://www.nationalgeographic.org/give/

Find out more about OPPO Find X3 Pro and its billion colour stories.