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Xiaomi patents new smartphone designs

Now includes ridiculous placement for dual front cameras

Published

April 2, 2019

Vincenz

It is, indeed, 2019 as smartphone manufacturers including Samsung, Apple, OPPO, and even Motorola come up with a plethora of foldable smartphone design patents. For Xiaomi, they are still trying to come up with solutions for existing issues such as punch-hole displays and a full edge-to-edge look.

Although this particular patent was thought to be an April Fools’ prank, it’s actually a registered patent from the World Intellectual Property Organisation (WIPO). To ensure its authenticity, the WIPO document states that the filing of the patents took place on May 25, 2018. They were then registered on March 29, 2019, which is still ahead of April Fools’ Day.

Image source: LetsGoDigital

Looking at the rendered patents created by LetsGoDigital, they both reveal that Xiaomi reconsidered the placement of the dual front cameras and put them at the bottom part of the screen: one with a bottom notch, while the other patent shows the cameras placed at both corners of the display.

Although it looks fashionable enough, let’s not forget the fact that placing front cameras at the bottom of the display, just like their very own Mi Mix, Mi Mix 2, and Mi Mix 2S, actually takes unpleasing selfies.

Image source: LetsGoDIgital

Revealing the back side reveals nothing peculiar since they both look like what Xiaomi and the rest of the phone companies do with their smartphones: either a back with dual curved edges for better ergonomics or just a simple, flat back.

Even though this isn’t officially becoming a real device anytime soon, we hope Xiaomi won’t be too idealistic, especially because of the ridiculous front camera placement, and that they would think of something more practical.

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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.