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Report: iPhone 8 sales doing better than iPhone XR’s, iPhone X to make comeback

All’s not well with 2018 iPhones

Published

November 23, 2018

Marvin Velasco

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Despite arriving to strong early demand and positive reviews, Apple’s 2018 iPhone lineup — consisting of the iPhone XS, XS Max, and more budget-friendly XR — is apparently struggling to appeal to consumers.

A report by The Wall Street Journal tells us that Apple has plans to cut iPhone XR prices in Japan due to poor sales and people preferring the even more affordable iPhone 8, which came out a year ago. This aligns with earlier reports of the same nature.

In addition, Apple may be bringing back 2017’s iPhone X after initially canning the model in favor of the updated iPhone XS and XS Max. While this is mainly because of weaker sales by the latter, the other reason for supposedly bringing it back is to fulfill the OLED panel orders from Samsung.

Samsung has been Apple’s OLED provider since last year, and that contract entails a certain number of panels to be produced and shipped. The iPhone X’s production is cheaper, and will allow the company to hit the quota much sooner.

In turn, this signals the possibility of the iPhone X making a comeback in certain markets. If Apple manages to significantly lower the price from the original US$ 999 — which is how much the newer iPhone XS cost at launch — this could be a viable alternative for higher-end smartphone seekers.

This brings us back to the iPhone XR: Where will it get placed in lineup? With the iPhone 8 becoming the true budget option and the iPhone X turning into a much better deal, the iPhone XR will have to find a market beyond simply being the colorful option.

This isn’t the first time Apple is bringing back an older model to fill in certain needs. To the company’s credit, it’s great at supporting older iPhones, keeping them in the iOS update loop for years after their launch — something Android manufacturers have been awful at.

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OPPO Find X9s now official in PH: Price, availability, pre-order info

Everyday premium arrives

Published

April 24, 2026

GadgetMatch

OPPO has also introduced the OPPO Find X9s in the Philippines, offering a more accessible premium experience for everyday users.

The device is priced at PHP 69,999.

Pre-order and availability

Pre-orders begin April 24 at select OPPO Brand Stores. Early buyers will receive a Portable Power Gift Box.

The Find X9s officially goes on sale on May 15, available through:

OPPO Online Store
Select OPPO Brand Stores

Online store purchases include the Portable Power Gift Box and Enco X3s earbuds, while Shopee offers the gift box bundle.

Key highlights

The OPPO Find X9s features a 50MP Hasselblad co-developed triple camera system with 4K recording across all lenses. It also packs a 7025mAh battery, slim 7.99mm design, and durability ratings up to IP69, making it a balanced daily driver.

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OPPO Find X9 Ultra lands in PH: Price, availability, pre-order perks

Creator flagship unveiled

Published

April 24, 2026

GadgetMatch

OPPO is bringing its camera-focused flagship, the OPPO Find X9 Ultra, to the Philippines with a strong push toward creators and mobile imaging.

The device is priced at PHP 99,999.

Pre-order and availability

Pre-orders open April 24 at select OPPO Brand Stores nationwide. Customers will receive a Flagship Imaging Photography Box as a freebie.

The Find X9 Ultra becomes widely available on May 15 via:

OPPO Online Store
Shopee
Select OPPO Brand Stores

Online purchases include additional perks such as the Photography Box and Enco X3s earbuds, while Shopee buyers get the Photography Box bundle.

Key highlights

Built for creators, the OPPO Find X9 Ultra features a 200MP Hasselblad main camera with advanced zoom capabilities. It supports 4K and 8K video recording with Dolby Vision, paired with a large 7050mAh battery and fast wired and wireless charging.

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OPPO Find N6 now in PH: Price, pre-order, availability

Foldable flagship arrives

Published

April 24, 2026

GadgetMatch

OPPO has officially launched the OPPO Find N6 in the Philippines, positioning it as its premium foldable built for productivity and multitasking.

The device is priced at PHP 139,999.

Pre-order and availability

Pre-orders begin April 24 at select OPPO Brand Stores nationwide. Customers who pre-order get a 1-year extended warranty and a chance to join a DJI raffle.

Early availability rolls out on May 1 via telco partners:

Globe GPlan 2499 with PHP 73,600 cashout
Smart Infinity Plan 5000

Both plans include a 1-year extended warranty.

The official retail release happens on May 15, available through:

OPPO Brand Stores
OPPO Online Store
Shopee

Online store buyers may receive an AI Pen Kit (limited) alongside the extended warranty.

Key highlights

The OPPO Find N6 features an 8.12-inch foldable inner display designed for tablet-like productivity. It runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 and packs a 6000mAh battery for all-day use.