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Be #AbsolutelyStylishandPowerful with the OPPO A77s

Looks good, performs well

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Published

December 24, 2022

GadgetMatch

Gone are the days when we pick smartphones that can just be our daily driver.

We’re now at a point where we choose one that boosts our confidence, reflects our personality, and empowers us to go beyond our limits.

And considering all these, the device that comes to mind is the leader of the pack of the latest OPPO a series — the OPPO A77s.

So let’s break down how this smartphone can make you absolutely stylish and powerful.

Design

What definitely grabs your attention when you see the A77s is its sunset orange back panel.

Once you get a hold of it, you can’t help but love its fiberglass-leather design that feels premium. Not only does it look like leather, but it also has a leathery feel which also doesn’t make it a smudge magnet.

It gives you an extra oomph especially when you’re using it outdoors or around a group of friends. With its design, you can never go wrong with something this classy and elegant.

Cameras

The A77s is definitely not just something that looks good but also a device that can take good photos.

This comes with a 50 megapixel main camera, a 2 megapixel bokeh camera. And up front, you have the eight megapixel selfie camera. With all these, you can take impressive photos whatever mode you choose.

With its main camera, you can take shots with rich color and sharp detail that you can post it straight on your gram even without any edits.

You can also have fun taking glamorous portrait shots with the bokeh camera, and look your best while taking selfies.

Performance

Aside from its great camera capabilities, the oppo a77s also has specs that’s made to perform.

OPPO A77s specs:

Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 processor
90Hz refresh rate
8GB + 8GB extended ram
128GB expandable to 1TB internal storage
Gamers are in for a treat because of its powerful snapdragon 680 processor.

With a large amount of ram and plenty of storage, the OPPO A77s can definitely handle most tasks you throw at it. So expect to do seamless multitasking and lag free social media browsing.

As for gaming, most games can run at high settings. But you can also enable pro gamer mode if you want that added smoothness. And with that, games become extra smooth and extra enjoyable.

Speaking of enjoyable, what further adds to the experience of using the a77s is its array of speakers.
This is packed with a stereo speaker setup which sounds surprisingly rich and loud, making gaming and video streaming a more immersive experience.

Battery and Charging

You also won’t be worried running out of battery while using this for the tasks we’ve mentioned, since the A77s is loaded with a 5,000Mah battery paired with 33W fast charging.

This can last you for a day of media streaming, social media browsing and some games on the side. And as for juicing it up, it just takes 55 minutes to take it all the way to a hundred percent.

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With all these features, we can say that the OPPO A77s is not just a looker but also a good performer.

Its unique design is the cherry on top, but what really takes it up a notch is its fast charging capability, reliable cameras and smooth performance that lets you be at your best.

Here’s how you can get this #AbsolutelyStylishandPowerful smartphone.

OPPO A77s (8gb + 128gb)

Launch price PhP 13,999
Available via OPPO brand stores, partner dealers, Lazada flagship store.

This feature is a collaboration between GadgetMatch and OPPO Philippines.

Smartphones

Nothing launches the Phone (4b)

It features the best of the Phone (4a) series.

Published

July 7, 2026

Luigi Leonardo

Though Nothing is leaving the flagship space hanging this year, the fashion-ready brand still has a treat for the midrange market. Following up on the success of the Phone (4a) series, Nothing has officially launched the Phone (4b).

Best of both worlds

Because of its name, the Phone (4b) sounds simply like a step down from the Phone (4a) series. But it’s not just that.

Rather, the Phone (4b) combines the best of both the Phone (4a) and the Phone (4a) Pro. More specifically, the new model has the unique unibody design of the (4a) Pro but also the Glyph Bar of the (4a). It’s a one-of-a-kind expression typical of Nothing’s branding.

In this iteration, the Glyph Bar features 45 mini-LEDs with a brightness of up to 3,500 nits. Users can, of course, customize the lights to reflect notifications.

Plus, the Phone (4b) touts durability. The phone can withstand up to 600 Newtons of bending force and is rated IP64 for water/dust resistance.

A step down but is just as good

Inside, the Phone (4b)’s Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 is a small step down from the Phone (4a) series, but it still confidently delivers what you need from day to day. This is paired with 8GB of RAM and up to 256GB of storage.

For this one, Nothing is tapping Samsung for a brilliant 6.77-inch Super AMOLED screen with 120Hz adaptive refresh rate and 2000 nits of peak brightness.

The Phone (4b)’s camera system comes with a capable 50-megapixel main sensor from Samsung, paired with an 8-megapixel wide angle camera. In front, the phone comes with a 16-megapixel selfie shooter.

Coupled with the AI-based TrueLens Engine 4, these cameras can take impressive photos with anti-flicker and Ultra XDR capabilities.

The most impressive Nothing battery

Nothing says that the Phone (4b) has the most impressive battery among all of its smartphones. The phone comes with a 5200mAh battery.

The brand says that a single charge can last up to 46 hours of voice calls, 27 hours of Instagram, or 9 hours of gaming.

The Nothing Phone (4b) starts at EUR 329. It is available in white, black, and blue.

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Not even Nokia phones are safe from AI features

Users have to pay for the AI after 180 days, too.

Published

July 6, 2026

Luigi Leonardo

Did you mistakenly assume that the only way to escape the deluge of AI is to go for a more budget-friendly smartphone? With major brands infusing their phones with AI, it’s a reasonable assumption. However, a batch of new Nokia phones proves that even the budget market isn’t safe from artificial intelligence.

Recently, Nokia, thanks to HMD, is launching four new phones: Nokia 200 4G, 210 4G, 215 4G 2nd Edition, and 235 4G 2nd Edition. It’s easy to get bogged down on the detailed specs of all four phones, but it’s even easier to focus on the ginormous AI button present on all of them.

All four phones are powered by Sikey AI. Pressing that big button lets users ask basic queries, so it’s more a voice assistant in essence than anything. However, when it’s literally a giant button, it’s also a very hard sell.

Even worse, the AI is free for only 180 days. Users will need to subscriber afterwards and on a separate smartphone (because the Nokia doesn’t have apps) to continue using the features. Otherwise, the AI logo turns into something completely useless.

In other news, all four phones are pleasantly dumb. The Nokia 215 and the 235 have a 2.8-inch IPS display, while the 210 4G and the 215 4G have 2.4-inch QVGA displays. All four models have everything you need from a simple communication device.

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Samsung teases what’s next for Galaxy foldables

Foldable future teased

Published

July 1, 2026

GadgetMatch

File Photo: Galaxy Z Fold7, Galaxy Z Flip7

Samsung has begun building anticipation for its next generation of Galaxy foldables with a series of teaser videos set to premiere on its official global social media channels.

Rather than showing the devices themselves, the teaser campaign transforms familiar everyday objects into visual hints. Pizza slices, chocolate bars, and other items appear in proportions that longtime Galaxy fans may recognize, subtly pointing toward the company’s foldable lineup.

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According to Samsung, the campaign reflects its ongoing vision for foldables—one shaped by years of engineering innovation and consumer insights. The company says its goal is to make foldable devices feel more useful, natural, and intuitive in everyday life.

The teaser also suggests Samsung is looking beyond simply launching another device. Instead, it hints at expanding the Galaxy foldable portfolio with more choices and new ways for users to experience the Galaxy ecosystem.

Samsung has yet to reveal additional details, but the latest teasers mark the beginning of its next foldable campaign ahead of an expected Galaxy Unpacked event later this month.

Stay tuned to GadgetMatch for more updates as Samsung unveils what’s next for Galaxy foldables.