One of the biggest developments late last year was Android finally supporting AirDrop. Android users can finally counter the age-old “oh, your phone can’t do what my iPhone can do.” Unfortunately, when the announcement first dropped, it applied only to Pixel 10 users. Now, the feature is finally coming to more brands.

Today, OPPO has confirmed, via Android Authority, that its phones will get the ability to share files with Apple users. Specifically, the Find X9 and Find X9 Pro will receive an update later this month that will enable the feature. With the update, users can go through Quick Share to send files to AirDrop.

Like the initial implementation of the feature on Google, OPPO’s version will not need another app for it to work. Previously, Apple users also needed to install another app to connect with Android users. Now, the feature works natively through Quick Share.

Of course, there’s still a bit off finagling involved. As per Google’s instructions previously, the receiver, regardless of whether they’re on Android or iOS, must set their visibility to “everyone for 10 minutes.” It’s not the most elegant solution, but it sure beats all those jeers from iPhone users about how inflexible Android is when it comes to sharing files.

SEE ALSO: OPPO Find X9 review: Super Swipe material!

Motorsport has a flair for dramatic arrivals. When a new car rolls onto the track, the design alone can tell you it means business.

The Infinix NOTE 60 Ultra makes that kind of entrance at Mobile World Congress 2026.

Created with Italian automotive design house Pininfarina, the flagship pairs a supercar-inspired aesthetic with premium features including a 200MP camera system, satellite calling, and immersive JBL-tuned sound.

The result is a device that positions itself as more than just another NOTE series upgrade — it’s Infinix stepping onto the flagship grid.

Supercar-inspired design

Co-developed with legendary Italian design firm Pininfarina, the NOTE 60 Ultra takes heavy inspiration from high-performance sports cars.

The phone introduces what Infinix calls the world’s first Uni-Chassis Cam Module. Instead of the typical camera bump, the camera system sits beneath a single sheet of Corning Gorilla Glass Victus that flows seamlessly across the rear. The result is a smooth aluminum unibody design that maintains a clean silhouette while improving durability and pocketability.

Infinix says the design mirrors the aerodynamic philosophy of supercars, prioritizing smooth surfaces and uninterrupted lines.

Adding to the automotive inspiration is a Floating Taillight signature on the back that lights up when the device powers on. A hidden Active Matrix Display also appears during startup, echoing the digital dashboards seen in modern sports cars. The small display can show notifications, icons, or even a pixel-style companion.

The NOTE 60 Ultra comes in four Italian-inspired finishes: Torino Black, Monza Red, Amalfi Blue, and Roma Silver.

Flagship imaging system

Despite the flush camera design, the NOTE 60 Ultra still packs a powerful imaging setup.

At the center is a 200MP Samsung ISOCELL HPE sensor designed to deliver ultra-high-resolution photos with improved detail and clarity. It is paired with a 50MP Samsung ISOCELL JN5 periscope telephoto lens and a 112-degree ultra-wide camera.

The system supports a versatile zoom range, starting with a 2x optical crop, extending to 3.5x optical zoom, and reaching 7x lossless digital zoom, with up to 100x zoom for distant subjects.

Infinix also introduces support for the XDR display standard with Ultra HDR Capture, powered by a proprietary XDR Image Engine. The system aims to preserve highlights and shadows more accurately, especially in challenging lighting scenarios like night scenes or sunsets.

Connectivity beyond cellular networks

Another headline feature is two-way satellite communication.

The NOTE 60 Ultra supports both satellite calling and messaging, allowing users to stay connected even in areas without traditional cellular coverage. The feature can also enable emergency location sharing during disasters or when traveling through remote regions.

According to Infinix, the system offers coverage across a broader number of countries compared to typical satellite messaging implementations.

Big battery, fast charging

Powering the device is a 7000mAh silicon-carbon battery, paired with Infinix’s new Battery Self-Healing Technology. The company claims the system can restore up to 1 percent of battery health every 200 charge cycles, potentially helping maintain long-term battery performance.

Charging is equally fast, with support for 100W wired charging and 50W wireless charging. Infinix says the device can charge from 1 to 100 percent in around 48 minutes via wired charging.

The phone runs on a 4nm MediaTek Dimensity 8400 Ultimate chipset, which Infinix claims delivers up to 25 percent faster multitasking alongside improved app responsiveness.

Display, audio, and AI features

On the front is a 1.5K Ultra HDR display with a 144Hz refresh rate and up to 4500 nits peak brightness. The panel also features predictive stabilization designed to reduce motion discomfort when watching videos or gaming while in motion.

For audio, the phone includes stereo speakers tuned by JBL.

The NOTE 60 Ultra runs XOS 16 based on Android 16, introducing a new interface called GlowSpace. The software integrates several AI-powered tools including personalized file organization, adaptive knowledge features, and an Advanced Health Monitor capable of real-time vitals tracking.

Availability

The Infinix NOTE 60 Ultra will be available in a single configuration with 12GB RAM and 256GB storage, along with built-in eSIM support.

It will ship with three years of major Android updates and five years of security patches.

Infinix will also bundle a deluxe gift box that includes a supercar-inspired MagCharge stand, Kevlar MagPad, custom Kevlar MagCase, and a track-edition SIM ejector pin.

 

With phone brands suddenly changing their naming scheme superlatives, TECNO also decides to jump on the bandwagon with the ubiquitous “Ultra” labeling.

Ditching that truly unique “Premier” branding, 2026 ushers in a new era with the all-new CAMON 50 Ultra. But is it “Ultra” enough to dissolve its Premier line?

Felt that svelte

After having to experience the last two premium midrangers by TECNO, I was surprised by how they’ve shaken things up.

The most evident change is its back. This year’s CAMON 50 series all share the same design cues, regardless if it’s the base, Pro, and the newer Ultra model.

This not only ditches that signature, premium-looking circular camera cutout two generations in a row, all models are also hard to distinguish from one another.

As a visual guy, it felt like TECNO’s CAMON 40 and Samsung’s Galaxy S26 had a forbidden relationship — with the CAMON 50 being the child out of wedlock.

Still, I’m glad TECNO kept that distinct swan-neck curve which I truly admire since the CAMON 30 lineup.

However, looks are just part of the story. The moment I held the CAMON 50 Ultra for the first time, I felt nothing but featherweight lightness. While it’s subjective, personally, I love how I was able to hold it without feeling too bummed by its sheer size.

And, even with that lightweight-ness, holding it for long still felt premium to the touch — especially with its glass back.

Those dual-curved edges don’t feel sharp and are gentle in my palms.

And while we’re still here, I want to commend how TECNO bundled this lavish-looking case that most (if not all) phone brands fail to provide.

Praiseworthy performer

Beneath that premium-feeling backing lies MediaTek’s Dimensity 7400 Ultimate SoC.

For those who keep stereotyping chip makers saying MediaTek is always a step behind from Qualcomm, it’s your brand bias kicking in.

As we always say, we don’t rely on benchmarks here. Still, here’s the list if you wanted to deep dive into all that nerdy stuff.

With that out of the way, let me be precise and concise with my real-life experience. Setting the bar high, this 4nm Dimensity chip is still a better performer than the Snapdragon 7s Gen 4-equipped POCO M8 Pro I reviewed at the start of 2026.

With HoYoverse’s Zenless Zone Zero as a prime example, I was able to run the game here in a more modest Medium settings. The Snapdragon chip I mentioned? It runs in the lowest resolution by default.

Result? The CAMON 50 Ultra performed smoother with less game hiccups compared to its POCO rival.

For utmost fairness, I also played two other games I’ve played in that previous write-up.

Another one is Racing Master running on Ultra-High graphics along a 60fps frame rate.

While the POCO M8 Pro suffered heavily during the first two ranked races with severe throttling, the CAMON 50 Ultra breezed through with ease.

It’s given though that CoDM (Call of Duty: Mobile) will run well in both phones. Luckily, the CAMON 50 Ultra also offers that slippery-smooth 144Hz refresh rate to fast-track opponents’ movements without jitters.

Heat is always the by-product of energy. For an hour of gaming, of course that heat can be felt especially when your games run in the most extreme setting possible.

The only downside for me is, again, the lack of a bigger 512GB storage. With all the chunk of data we get nowadays, it’s easy to fill up that storage. Also, the lack of eSIM support which further hinders network compatibility when used in other countries.

Fascinating familiarity

Love it or not, phone brands have followed the “Liquid Glass” trend. TECNO isn’t an exception to that with the newly-refined HiOS 16 based on Android 16.

This is a welcome change I’m willing to embrace. Apple bringing back Frutiger Aero-like aesthetics is honestly a breath of fresh air. After all, I’ve been a huge fan of such translucency most especially during its peak with Windows Vista back when I was in 4th grade.

Also, maybe I just got fed up when minimalism dominated each and every part of the world like a wildfire.

Sentiments aside, HiOS 16 isn’t just about polished looks and keeping up to the trend. Overall feel is smoother and more responsive compared to its past releases.

They have also kept the best things around — including the One-Tap button found on the phone’s left side that can be triggered through single or long presses.

Single press activates the new One-Tap FlashMemo. This is where TECNO AI analyzes what’s on your screen and stores it in its megamind.

The latter is system-configurable — even if it’s a game you wanted to play. That’s something other brands will hinder you from doing so.

Unlike last year though, TECNO moved the button further down so it’s more reachable by everyone’s fingers.

Another direction TECNO tries to move forward with: cross-connectivity between your host of devices.

With OneLeap Collaboration, this enables you to manage multiple devices into one. It enables both content transfer and multi-screen connection in just one hub.

And no, this isn’t limited to just TECNO devices. It even stores info of my appliances that can be controlled through the phone itself via IR (Infrared).

Other than the presence of Google’s Gemini and Circle to Search, Ella is still here to stay. By default, it can be summoned by long-pressing the power button.

And, unlike other AI assistants, TECNO gives you the freedom to choose whatever AI engine you prefer, whether that’s ChatGPT, DeepSeek, Gemini, MetaAI, or the ever-intriguing Grok.

Now Playing: The Art of Sarah

One K-Drama after another, The Art of Sarah instantly hooked me in during its Netflix premiere.

Much like how auspicious Sarah Kim is (and all her persona), the 6.78-inch AMOLED display of the CAMON 50 Ultra is crazily alluring to the eyes with some tomfoolery going on.

The bezels, while not as thin like the rest of the competition, still feels right for the eyes.

Despite those gloomy and sulky tones, the three actors in the drama made me watch the series even more — which made me admire how fine their visuals are.

And unlike the cold corpse of “Sarah Kim” in the sewer who failed to survive that cold temperature, this phone is of the opposite. TECNO’s CAMON 50 Ultra can withstand temperatures as cold as -20ºC and as extreme as 45ºC.

The CAMON 50 Ultra’s front is protected by Corning’s Gorilla Glass 7i. For an affordable midranger, that’s still a big win as others of the same league have nothing at all.

Now that we’re here, it’s also worthy to point out that the CAMON 50 Ultra not only boasts IP68 and IP69 water and dust resistance ratings, it’s also improved to IP69K. This makes it a tougher phone that can withstand even high-pressure water jets or sprays.

On Queue: Hearts2Hearts’ RUDE! + XG’s THE CORE

Of course, it wouldn’t be complete without testing out its speakers. On paper, it has a stereo speaker setup powered by Dolby Atmos.

As the iconic line of Hearts2Hearts’ (H2H’s) “Stella” in RUDE! : “Boy, does it look like I could care? I couldn’t even care less!” It felt like the CAMON 50 Ultra embodies the same spirit. As long as it’s loud enough, it begs to get in all the way.

In real-life, the speakers are loud enough to fill in your empty room. However, my nitpicky ears can easily tell that the bass isn’t that deep. More so, sound gets distorted once it reaches above 80%.

I tried comparing it to my other phones and my observations were right all along.

Even when I tried playing lossless versions of the full THE CORE album by XG in Apple Music, the same thing persists.

In songs like 4 SEASONS and TAKE MY BREATH, that loudness sounds alright as the songs are more into the solemn side. However, playing tracks like GALA and O.R.B, they instantly become a sore in the ears. Highs, mids, and lows all get distorted.

Not sure if this is just my unit though. Hopefully, TECNO can also work on improving their phones speakers in future iterations.

Still that solid snapper

ICYMI, TECNO’s CAMON 40 series last year (except Premier) all shared the same main camera sensor.

The same story happens this year as all CAMON 50 models are still equipped with a 50MP Sony LYT-700C image sensor. As the saying goes: if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.

 

And with the same sensor, the CAMON 50 Ultra will still be able to provide crisp and rich 2x shots even if it relies on in-sensor cropping.

Surprisingly, CAMON 50 Ultra’s 50MP 3x telephoto zoom module (85mm equivalent) is also found in the CAMON 50 Pro. Last year’s Pro models don’t have any.

In subjects that are really far away, the CAMON 50 Ultra delivers consistently.

While other brands fail to provide consistent colors between its cameras, the CAMON 50 Ultra begs to differ.

Speaking of color consistency, TECNO’s trio color styles (or profiles) are still there. However, it’s now tucked inside the lower collapsable menu unlike before where it’s exposed at the upper right top.

That has been replaced by a new feature they call “AI Auto Zoom” for better re-framing of shots even without hitting the shutter button.

Regardless, the looks are still the same like previous generations: Standard for a balanced look, Bright for more vibrant shots, CAMON for that subdued, soulful look.

Regardless of the focal length you choose, these color profiles should work.

One complaint when using the telephoto zoom? Its minimum focusing distance.

Other smartphones have telephoto zoom that works within closer ranges. But, the CAMON 50 Ultra struggles when doing so. It clearly reminded me of the periscope telephoto shooter found in last year’s CAMON 40 Premier with the same issue.

The only “fix” for this is to switch to the 85mm focal length (instead of 70mm). By backing up from your subject a little bit, you can take zoomed shots that are still closer in distance.

But, the best camera feature found in this midranger wonder? Its none other than its FlashSnap capabilities that lets the phone snap photos even before you click that shutter release.

I wouldn’t able to take these stellar shots without TECNO’s wonderful feature. Barcelona’s beach gulls are the (un)paid actors here for letting me snap these picture-perfect photos in a time freeze.

They have improved it this year too as it’s now capable of zooming in as much as 5x. It was limited to 3x on last year’s CAMON 40 Premier and 2x on the Pro model.

BONUS: Instant time-freeze with these crazy-fast toy cars during TECNO’s Booth Tour at MWC 2026

Low-light shots work wonders too. I didn’t expect it too look this good despite the SoC used that usually affects the overall quality of the night shot.

I didn’t even realize I took a lot more than what I have thought.

And before I forget, the ultra-wide performs well too at night even though it’s just the standard 8MP camera with a 112-degree FoV (Field of View).

Portraits aren’t that perfect — but should work day and night.

Now, the only things that draw the line (other than the the chip and lack of 5G connectivity) is the 50MP front-facing camera of the Ultra.

Both the base and Pro CAMON 50 models only have 32MP without AF (Auto Focus), only relying on FF (Fixed Focus).

Even if selfies are always against my will, here are some references.

Badly-needed battery boost

After handling various TECNO phones throughout my career, battery endurance is where it ultimately suffers. I felt it hard when using my PHANTOM V Fold2 from 2024 that keeps draining even on standby.

While this isn’t TECNO’s largest battery in a smartphone (as the award goes to the POVA Curve 2 5G with its monstrous 8000mAh capacity) this 6500mAh single-cell battery is something I’ve been wanting to have for long.

I’m also fortunate enough as other regions have a slightly downsized 6150mAh dual-cell battery. Still, both are heaps larger than last year’s 5100~5200mAh range. It’s even a milestone as the newly-launched Samsung Galaxy S26 series never got the battery bumps they all deserved.

With heavy-hitting tasks, the CAMON 50 Ultra ultimately consumes juice. A total of 145 minutes (or around 2.5 hours) of gameplay means losing as much as 84%. Three to four hours of binge-watching? That’s only a 8~10% deduction though. Streaming music for another hour? A mere 5% depletion.

In the moderate, regularly-mannered use-case, this phone lasts you through a full day with around 10% to spare.

Best of all? Standby time can last up to 3 or 4 days! My other TECNO phones usually die after a day or two even without doing anything.

TECNO says it will still maintain its 80% capacity after 2000 charging cycles (or about five years). Only time can tell.

Once it totally depletes, the CAMON 50 Ultra can be filled up through its bundled 45W charger.

 

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At first, that sounded like a disappointment. However, my initial testing actually shows that the speeds are somewhat similar to the 90W speeds of my vivo X-flagship.

My GadgetMatch Charge Test further proves that point:

	TECNO CAMON 50 Ultra 6500mAh 45W Hyper Speed Charging	vivo X300 Pro 6510mAh 90W FlashCharge Regular
START TIME (From 0%)	4:34PM	1:59PM
3 minutes	4%	1%
5 minutes	6%	3%
10 minutes	12%	10%
15 minutes	21%	18%
20 minutes	30%	24%
30 minutes	43%	38%
45 minutes	65%	57%
1 hour	85%	71%
1 hour 15 minutes	99%	99%
END TIME	5:51PM 1 hour 16 minutes	3:15PM 1 hour 16 minutes

So how is that even possible? Only the amazing people behind the tech can explain it.

As the reviewer myself, I am both in awe yet still in disbelief: are charging speed labels the real deal or are they’re just labeled for the sake of saying it’s “fast” enough?

Is the TECNO CAMON 50 Ultra your GadgetMatch?

As of this writing, TECNO has not provided exact pricing. But, for a phone still positioned below the US$ 600 / EUR 400 pricing range (approx. below PhP 30,000), the TECNO CAMON 50 Ultra is still one of those midrangers aimed towards users with a lean budget who also happens to value mean performance.

Swipe Left only if a curved edge display and 45W wired charging are dealbreakers for you — even if my charge test says otherwise.

Personally, it’s still a Swipe Right and a Super Swipe for me.

Its slender chassis, battery capacity boost, and solid shooting experience are already given. The combo of a reliable hardware plus refined OS are more reasons why the CAMON 50 Ultra is a phone worth checking out.

I may not have the consensus but, it seems like TECNO values what their community is saying.

For one, most of us wanted a bigger battery not just by numbers, it delivered a long-lasting endurance too.

Others pointed out that smaller and flat display on last year’s CAMON 40 Premier. This year, they brought back that bigger 6.78-inch curved display tech.

Last but definitely not the least, a streamlined and ever-fluid OS compared to what it was from two years ago.

If only they bring back 75W charging, a larger 512GB storage configuration, and even eSIM support, the next CAMON will instantly crush the mid-class.

Now, is the price bump from last year’s CAMON 40 line justifiable? Well, I am still blaming the AI-ddiction that led to component shortages as well as price hike craze.

404 Premier Not Found: The new era

As I still can’t get over how extremely catchy KiiiKiii’s latest hit track 404 (New Era) is, it inspired me to realize what TECNO did with its latest CAMON 50 series line. This might mark as the new era for TECNO — a bittersweet new beginning if I must insist (or resist).

Other than the company itself, no one knows why they went with this route. Based on my observation alone, it seems like TECNO is trying to play it safe this time, though not in a bad way.

They want to upkeep with the demands of their aimed market without having to spend more for production and/or raise the overall price of its new line of smartphones two to threefold. And based from the spec sheet alone, the CAMON 50 Ultra is more of the successor to last year’s CAMON 40 Pro 5G rather than being the total replacement of the CAMON 40 Premier.

Also maybe, TECNO just wanted to “simplify” their model naming by omitting the “4G” and “5G” titles of the CAMON Pro lineup, making it sound cleaner and less confusing. But, that change still confuses a lot (myself included) with the “Ultra” being a newcomer — all while the signature “Premier” is nowhere in attendance.

Now, despite my sentiments of truly missing their Premier line, this new midranger still is a compelling choice. I never even thought I would enjoy the CAMON 50 Ultra as much as I would. It’s a well-refined piece of slab culminated by TECNO’s continuous strive to innovation.

I’m just wishfully thinking TECNO is just hiding the CAMON 50 Premier up in its sleeves and brings out that wild card on the deck months after this release. Hopefully, it doesn’t end up like their flagship PHANTOM X series that was never heard of since 2022.