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Apple might make the notch bigger this year

Coming in a new iPhone XR

Published

February 9, 2019

Luigi Leonardo

More than a year ago, Apple instigated the entire notch phenomenon. After the arguably successful iPhone X launch, Android started following suit. Soon, both premium and budget markets implemented their own variants of the notch. Likewise, some contrarian brands developed their own countermeasure against the controversial notch, including holed smartphones and waterdrop notches.

Being the instigator, Apple will not get off the notch hype train. While Android is shifting far away from the form factor, Apple will brandish the notch with heads held high.

According to a new rumor, the company is going all-in on the notch. Apple is supposedly developing prototypes flaunting differing notch sizes. The rumor, however, suggests that a wider-notched iPhone XR sequel is in the works. With the massive timeline available to Apple, various iPhone XS and XS Max variants might come out as well.

If true, the iPhone XR exclusivity coincides with the market’s current perception of budget phones. Several companies have turned their cheaper variants into experimental breeding grounds. For example, the basic Huawei P30 will likely resurrect the missed headphone jack.

Speaking of missed I/O ports, the year’s batch of iPhones may switch over to the current industry standard, USB-C. The rumored strategy is the company’s first move away from its proprietary cache of wires. If true, a USB-C iPhone will join the rest of the world in universality.

Finally, a lesser rumor hints at a green iPhone XR. Apple has not implemented a green variant since the iPhone 5C. Even then, the polarizing plastic elicited only mixed reviews. However, Apple’s current aluminum build might make for a better green iPhone.

Regardless, the night is still long. Usually, Apple launches new phones around September. With a vast period between now and then, the company can still make radical changes to the final product. If anything, the earlier rumors suggest startling changes to Apple’s time-tested formulas.

Related Topics:Apple iPhone iPhone XR iPhone XS iPhone XS Max

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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.