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LG will start selling iPhones in stores
In South Korea
Earlier this year, LG officially exited the smartphone business. After years of innovative smartphones launching to lackluster receptions, the South Korean company felt that it was time to leave. Naturally, the tech company still has its hands in other segments. However, one has to wonder if they will still keep an eye on smartphones. Apparently, they will.
Reported by ZDNet, LG will start selling iPhones from its South Korean stores in August. The brick-and-mortar stores will become hubs for other Apple products including Apple Watches.
Previously, the two most popular South Korean smartphone makers — LG and Samsung — agreed to never sell a competitor’s smartphones to prevent competition with other distributors. However, since their departure from the smartphone business, the company doesn’t have stakes in the industry anymore. The recent decision still induced some ire, but it apparently doesn’t matter anymore.
The company’s departure introduced an interesting vacuum for both Apple and Samsung. The latter, for one, enjoyed its stronger hold over the local smartphone scene in South Korea. And now, Apple has seized the opportunity to compete head-to-head with Samsung in the country. Both companies have been offering LG users some credit if they trade in their devices.
Besides its local South Korean stores, LG also has brick-and-mortar places in other countries. It remains to be seen whether the company will sell Apple products in other countries as well.
SEE ALSO: To all the LG phones we’ve loved before
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.
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.
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.
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