Smartphones
OPPO Singapore announces Reno12 F 5G, partnership with MLBB
3rd Reno12 series phone
The OPPO Reno12 F 5G will be available in Singapore starting August 3, 2024. It is the third entry to the series, after the Reno12 5G and Reno12 Pro 5G. The Reno12 F 5G offers customers a stylish smartphone with AI features for an even more accessible price point.
The offering will come in Amber Orange and Olive Green colorways, and will retail for an introductory price of SG$ 499 for the 12GB+256GB configuration. It may be purchased from the official OPPO website, its Lazada, Shopee, Qoo10, and TikTok stores, as well as iShopChangi, KrisShop, Zalora, and Amazon.
Aside from the OPPO Reno12 F 5G, customers in Singapore will get a complimentary gift worth SG$ 69 and two years of screen care. The introductory price is also lower than its SRP which is SG$ 549.
AI Portrait Expert and more
Like the first two Reno12 models under the series, the more affordable Reno12 F 5G also boasts of the same AI features.
It has AI Eraser 2.0 and AI Smart Image Matting 2.0 so users can apply quick and creative edits on their photos using GenAI. Users may also leverage productivity tools like AI Writer, AI Recording Summary, and more under AI Toolbox.
The Reno12 F 5G is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 6300 processor. It has up to 12GB of RAM with 12GB of virtual RAM, and up to 215GB of internal storage. The performance is complemented by a 5,000mAh large battery with 45W SUPERVOOC charge.
Furthermore, Reno12 F 5G users will also benefit from OPPO’s AI LinkBoost technology. This ensures that they stay connected by choosing the best network depending on a specific situation, as well as swiftly reconnecting to a network and enhancing location accuracy.
Premium design
On the other hand, the Reno12 F 5G distinctively differs from the Reno12 5G and Reno12 Pro 5G in terms of design. The latest model has a wristwatch-inspired Cosmos Ring rear for its camera arrangement.
Speaking of its camera package, the phone boasts of a 50MP main camera, 2MP macro lens, and 8MP ultra-wide shooter. In front is a 32MP selfie camera with multiple focal lengths.
The variant will also debut Halo Light, which replaces the traditional flash. This provides a variety of customizable lighting effects for different scenarios, and also acts as an indicator for various notifications.
For its display, the Reno12 F 5G has a 120Hz Smart Adaptive Screen with a peak brightness of 2,100 nits. It is also enhanced with a Splash Touch feature for optimized touches when the screen is wet.
Beyond its appearance, the Reno12 F 5G is fortified with All-Round Armor. This is composed of an advanced glass screen and high-strength Alloy Framework. The phone is also rated IP64 for water and dust resistance.
Partnership with MLBB
In addition to the OPPO Reno12 F 5G’s upcoming release, OPPO has announced a partnership with Mobile Legends: Bang Bang. This collaboration will allow OPPO to showcase the capabilities of the entire Reno12 series 5G when playing the renowned MOBA title, with the help of its hardware and advanced features.
For instance, the Reno12 and Reno12 Pro both support Splash Touch and Holo Audio for optimized gaming. They also both run on MediaTek Dimensity 7300 platforms for maximum efficiency.
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OPPO Find X9 now available through Smart Postpaid, Infinity
OPPO’s latest flagship has triple Hasselblad cameras, more advanced features
The flagship OPPO Find X9 is now available through Smart Postpaid and Smart Infinity plans for customers in the Philippines.
Subscribers can get the device through Smart Postpaid Plans+ 1999 and Smart Infinity Device Plans 5000/8000.
Here are the inclusions:
Smart Postpaid Plans+ 1999 (PhP 32,500 one-time cashout)
- 15GB data
- Unli 5G data for 12 months
- Unli AllNet Calls & Texts
- Unli Landline Calls
- Access to Smart Postpaid Perks
- Extra 30GB free data for 6 months
- Free Landers Premium Membership (for eligible subscribers)
- PhP 1,000 worth of shopping GCs (Dec. 6 to 12 only for new line)
Infinity Device Plan 5000 (PhP 7,200 one-time cashout)
- Unlimited data
- Unli calls and texts
- PhP 1,500 monthly consumables for in-app purchases, content subscriptions, more
- 1GB roaming for 5 days/month
- Personalized assistance
- 24/7 dedicated personal account manager
- More exclusive lifestyle perks and privileges
Infinity Device Plan 8000 (device is complimentary)
- Unli data, calls, and texts
- PhP 3,000 monthly consumables
- 2GB roaming for 7 days/month
- Personalized assistance
- 24/7 dedicated personal account manager
- More exclusive lifestyle perks and privileges
As an exclusive launch offer, in-store subscribers will also receive a complimentary DJI Osmo Mobile SE stabilizer.
The Smart website also shows that the Find X9 is bundled with a free Enco Buds3 Pro.
Flagship find
The OPPO Find X9 features a triple Hasselblad camera system powered by OPPO’s all-new LUMO Image Engine.
It has three 50MP cameras at the back — one rear, one telephoto, and one ultra-wide — as well as a 32MP front camera.
OPPO’s latest flagship handset is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 9500 processor. It has a 16GB+512GB configuration and a massive 7,025mAh battery with 80W SUPERVOOC and 50W AIRVOOC charging.
In front is a 6.59-inch 120Hz AMOLED display with a remarkable 95.4% screen-to-body ratio, 1,800 nits HBM brightness, 100% DCI-P3, and 460ppi pixel density.
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iPhone Air has the worst resale value for Apple in years, report says
One variant has reportedly lost 47.7 percent in value.
An iPhone is not an easy purchase to make. After you spend your hard-earned cash on one, you’re also likely thinking about how much you can resell the phone for. Still, even if it’s used, an iPhone can still fetch a decent price… unless, apparently, if you own an iPhone Air.
The iPhone Air is the latest non-typical addition to Apple’s iconic flagships. Compared to the mainline series, the Air is much thinner but still capable of delivering the Apple experience. Unfortunately, the model might end up being the brand’s biggest misfire.
According to SellCell (via GSM Arena), the iPhone Air has had the worst depreciation in value after ten weeks. Averaging all three variants, the model now averages a 44.3 percent loss of value in the resale market. Worst of all is the 1TB variant which has lost 47.7 percent of its resale value already.
In comparison, the entire iPhone 17 lineup averages a loss of only 34.6 percent. The iPhone 17 Pro Max 256GB variant, in fact, only lost 26.1 percent.
Based on the report’s findings, the iPhone Air’s sudden drop is the worst one since 2022. This is unlikely to be a nitpicked chart, too. Previous reports have speculated that Apple is not bringing back the Air next year because of poor sales.
SEE ALSO: Xiaomi, OPPO, and vivo reportedly cancelled their iPhone Air competitors
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Infinix partners with Ferrari designer for NOTE 60 Ultra
Smartphones always do well when they ink a partnership with a car-related brand. Remember how amazing it always looks when Porsche or BMW get involved with anything in the smartphone space. Today, Pininfarina is the next automative-adjacent brand to enter the smartphone space via Infinix.
Though you might not recognize the name “Pininfarina,” you will undoubtedly know all the big names they’re associated with. The Italian design firm is behind the designs of iconic Italian luxury cars like the Ferrari Testarossa and the Alfa Romeo Spider. Now, it’s coming to a smartphone.
Infinix, to be exact. Today, Infinix announced that it is partnering with Pininfarina for the Infinix NOTE 60 Ultra.
The brand has been on the rise lately, especially in Southeast Asia. According to IDC, the brand recently topped the quarter-on-quarter shipment increase in the region. The brand seesaws between offering affordable smartphone experiences to premium daily drivers. The NOTE 60 Ultra will be latest to join this thriving lineup.
Unfortunately, Infinix has not announced what the upcoming smartphone will look like. Pininfarina will, at least, add a nice veneer of luxury to the phone’s design.
The brand has confirmed, however, that the phone is launching in 2026. More details, including features and availability, will be released in the coming weeks.
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