Believe me or not, I only had one encounter with an OPPO phone, and it was an A-series one from 2021.

Almost five years in, I was finally given the chance to hold the Chinese brand’s latest and greatest Reno.

Without beating around the bush, here’s my first time with the OPPO Reno15 Pro (which also happens to be my first OPPO midrange experience).

First Look

The moment I unsealed its sturdy packaging, the OPPO Reno15 Pro greeted me in this shining, shimmering blue backing.

Dubbed as the “Aurora Blue” colorway, it instantly reminded me that I’m still not over that Aurora Borealis scene in the latest hit K-Drama “Can This Love Be Translated?” starred by Kim Seonho and Go Younjung.

I said it before and I’ll say it again, flashy finishes are the least of my options when choosing for a new phone. Still, this finish wins over the less impressive Dusk Brown shade.

Just like that dazzling northern lights, the Reno15 Pro shows off its aurora accents depending on how the sun hits it.

In the faintest of light, that aurora simply vanishes. Even so, the OPPO Reno15 Pro still shines through with its specks of glitter.

That’s more evident when you bring the OPPO Reno15 Pro indoors — be that your cool room (literally) or a warmly-lit café.

Its camera cutout may not be the most unique out there, but it’s uniformed enough to look clean. After all, a phone’s camera arrangement isn’t what defines the overall performance of its cameras.

First Date

Although 8.13mm isn’t “thin” in today’s standards, holding and keeping the OPPO Reno15 Pro for prolonged periods never felt a sore. Its aerospace-grade aluminum frame may just be one among many factors.

One after another, that 6.32-inch AMOLED 120Hz display is a huge complement to the hands. It fits my huge palms, more so, pockets of all sorts. This sweet screen size is also a breath of fresh air in a vast world of large slabs.

When hit by that harsh sunlight, it’s more than bright– up to 3600 nits of peak HDR brightness if I must insist. And, no matter what kind of content I consume, it’s truly crisp, clear, and even color-accurate.

Being powered by MediaTek’s Dimensity 8450 SoC alongside OPPO’s ColorOS 16 is what made me stuck longer. It honestly felt like I’m in a smooth ride without any road traffic.

The OPPO Reno15 Pro has a great harmony between its software snappiness and fluidity. Animations flow without feeling rushed — much like enjoying date nights without being pressured to catch the last bus trip back home.

Speaking of staying out late for a date, the Reno15 Pro lasted me more than enough. And, despite its petite form, it managed to fit in a 6200mAh battery inside.

The screen size to battery ratio is just a perfect match. Not only it fits in most (if not all) hands and pockets, it also meant being able to squeeze in more battery to make the most out of your day, night, and even midnight.

If juice gets squeezed out, its 80W SuperVOOC charging will truly save the day!

That doesn’t even end there. With triple IP ratings (IP66, IP68, IP69), you’re more than assured that it’s durable enough in occasional (and accidental) phone drops.

First Impressions

The OPPO Reno15 Pro, despite being categorized as a midrange device, already feels like a solid vanilla flagship.

Much like any other first dates, its overall appearance is just on the surface level. What made me invested more to know the Reno15 Pro further are none other than its intrinsic qualities.

That includes that screen size (or form factor) on the sweet spot plus oh-so-fluid ColorOS. Moreover, its powerful core paired with a humongous battery that will truly last you long.

While I may not have included any photo sample in this early look, I can already assure you that it has one of the greatest camera performers for its class. And actually, it is for another story 😉.

My first time with an OPPO Reno smartphone not only made me impressed. This phone also enticed me to consider switching to the OPPO system when another review opportunity arises.

The curtains have finally been lifted. Though it took a while compared to previous years, Samsung has revealed when the year’s first Galaxy Unpacked will happen. And yes, as expected, the event will see the debut of the upcoming Galaxy S26 series.

Previously, rumors have suggested that Samsung is holding its next Galaxy Unpacked at a later date. Traditionally, Samsung holds the annual event towards the tail end of January. Since we’re already in February, it’s abundantly clear that the rumors were right. Now, it’s confirmed.

Samsung has officially released invites for the upcoming Galaxy Unpacked. The event is scheduled for February 25.

As expected, Samsung is bringing its next flagship, the Galaxy S26 series to the event. The brand will also update Galaxy AI for the flagship series.

As early as last year, reports have already hinted at improvements coming to the series. Right now, the biggest headline is how the upcoming Exynos 2600, which will debut with the Galaxy S26 series, is reportedly at par with Apple’s A19 Pro.

In other news, the series will supposedly retire the Plus model, which would otherwise have been the Galaxy S26+. The middle child of a flagship series is often the experimental one. Besides Samsung, Apple will reportedly sunset the iPhone Air, its own version of the middle child.

Right now, all we can do is speculate on the upcoming series. Until its arrival soon, that is. For now, stay tuned for more coverage of the series launch from GadgetMatch.

SEE ALSO: Samsung will reportedly delay Galaxy S26 launch to late February

Samsung has released an exclusive Galaxy Z Flip7 Olympic Edition, right in time for the Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026.

The flip-style foldable is exclusively designed for all athletes competing at this year’s games. The worldwide Olympic and Paralympic Partner provided almost 3,800 units for Olympians and Paralympians from about 90 countries.

This special edition device will accompany athletes throughout the Games. The 2026 Winter Olympics runs until February 22 while the 2026 Winter Paralympics will commence from March 6 to 15.

Moreover, the Olympic Edition will be incorporated into official podium moments through the “Victory Selfie”.

This marks the debut of the moment in the Winter Games after being introduced to Paris 2024. It shall be expanded to team sport competitions at Olympic Games in the future.

Athletes from select National Olympic Committees (NOCs) will be able to share more through “Victory Profile” too, another photo series captured with the Galaxy S25 Ultra.

The Galaxy Z Flip7 is an intelligent pocket-sized companion featuring a 50MP wide and 12MP ultra-wide lens.

Its edge-to-edge FlexWindow provides an effortless mobile AI experience as well with Galaxy AI integration.

The foldable also comes with Now Brief, which provides personalized daily updates, Photo Assist for studio-quality enhancements, and Interpreter for real-time translation regardless of network connection.

Galaxy Z Flip7 Olympic Edition

Design wise, the Olympic Edition introduces a look that commemorates athletes’ participation at the Games. The signature blue color covering the back glass aligns with the unique style of Milano Cortina 2026.

The color also reflects the spirit of unity and sportsmanship, as well as the combination of Samsung’s identity and the Italian azure.

A custom gold metal frame symbolizes athletes’ pursuit of excellence, while a clear magnet case with blue circular magnet and gold laurel leaves serve as a motif of victory.

Each device likewise includes special Olympic Games-themed wallpapers created specifically for this year’s sporting event.

Furthermore, the exclusive device comes preloaded with these curated apps and services:

• Galaxy Athlete Card  for a digital means for exchanging profiles, collecting cards, and interaction
• 100GB 5G eSIM plus access to digital passes and services in Samsung Wallet
• Athlete365 for performance and mental health support, integrated into Now Brief
• Other apps like the official Olympic Games app, IOC Hotline, and PinQuest