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Nokia launches first post-Microsoft era phones

Published

December 14, 2016

Marvin Velasco

HMD Global’s acquisition of Nokia is now in full swing with the release of the Finnish company’s first truly Microsoft-free phones, the Nokia 150 and 150 Dual SIM.

While they aren’t anything like the Android smartphones we’ll be seeing at MWC next year, these two feature handsets are perfect throwbacks to what made Nokia so great.

Durable and affordable, the pair of phones maintain the same qualities its predecessors — the Nokia 105, Nokia 216, and Nokia 230 — used in becoming commercial successes in budget-conscious markets.

With a starting price of only $26, they’re also ideal secondary phones to whatever you’re using now. HMD Global claims these have “outstanding battery lives,” which would work well with the built-in FM radio and MP3 player.

You may find the 2.4-inch color display tiny by today’s standards, but you’ll have a decent VGA camera at the back with an LED flash for taking quick, less important snaps. (No front-facing camera, unfortunately.)

And, in true Nokia fashion, the phones come with Snake Xenzia pre-installed. You can also play Nitro Racing straight out of the box, but it’s a trial version you’re forced to pay for if you want the full game.

The only fault is the lack of 3G connectivity, but you get Bluetooth, a microSD slot, and 3.5mm audio jack instead.

The Nokia 150 and Nokia 150 Dual SIM will be available in either black or white in the first quarter of 2017. Asian, African, and European markets will be the first to get a taste of these feature phones.

Source: Nokia

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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.