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GSM Arena
20 hours ago
- Business
- GSM Arena
Oppo Find X8 Ultra bend test doesn't end well
Oppo launched the Find X8 Ultra in April, and unfortunately it's a China-only device so most of the world will never see it. That hasn't stopped Zack from JerryRigEverything getting one in order to perform his famous durability testing on Oppo's latest flagship device. And it's an interesting test to say the least. It starts off normally with the glass on top of the screen scratching at level 6 on the Mohs hardness scale, with deeper grooves showing up at level 7. The frame is metal, the screen takes an open flame for about 35 seconds, but no visible marks remain afterwards. Finally, the bend test is where things get bad. When bending from the back, nothing happens, but when bending from the front, the frame separates along the antenna line that's right in between the power and volume buttons. It doesn't get damaged any further, however, which makes for a very weird test result - it hasn't categorically failed, but it definitely hasn't passed either. And it now has an odd shape, and the IP rating might be compromised. At the end of the video you can find a bonus teardown section, so if you've always wanted to take a peek inside the Find X8 Ultra, make sure you don't miss it. And if you want to learn more about this device, read our in-depth review.
Digital Trends
a day ago
- Business
- Digital Trends
Apple should make an iPhone 17 Ultra and copy these phone cameras
The iPhone has long been recognized as a leader in both mobile photography, but in recent years, companies from across the globe have aimed to dethrone it. Five years ago, Samsung launched its Ultra series, which includes the latest Galaxy S25 Ultra. More recently, Oppo, Vivo, and Xiaomi have all launched Ultra competitors that have broken new barriers in mobile photography and videography. Fast forward to this year, and Apple is expected to launch the iPhone 17 Air, a new thin with a single camera designed to usher in a thinner, lighter era for smartphones. Yet, the iPhone 16 Pro Max remains a camera powerhouse, albeit one that's limited by Apple's imagination and willingness to be the best in mobile photography. Recommended Videos For the past few months, I've used all four main Ultra phones for a variety of photos and tested them against the iPhone 16 Pro, which has the same camera as its bigger brother. The results have left me convinced that Apple should launch an iPhone 17 Ultra and copy these features from its rival Ultra phones. Here's how the iPhone 16 Pro compares and why Apple should finally push the Ultra barrier. How each camera compares Let's take a quick look at the main spec differences between each phone camera and how Apple's best smartphone camera right now stacks up. iPhone 16 Pro Galaxy S25 Ultra Vivo X200 Ultra Oppo Find X8 Ultra Primary Camera 48MP, f/1.8 24mm, OIS Size: 1/1.28' 200MP, f/1.7 24mm, OIS Size: 1/1.3' 50MP, f/1.7 35mm, OIS Size: 1/1.28' 50MP, f/1.8 23mm, OIS Size: 1-inch Ultra-wide camera 48MP, f/2.2 13mm, PDAF 50MP, f/1.9 PDAF 50MP, f/2.0 14mm, OIS 50MP, f/2.0 15mm, PDAF Telephoto Camera 1 12MP, f/2.8 120mm, OIS 5x optical zoom 10MP, f/2.4 67mm, OIS 3x optical 200MP, f/2.3 85mm, OIS 3.7x optical Macro: 3.4:1 50MP, f/2.1 70mm, OIS 3x optical Macro: 10cm Telephoto Camera 2 – 50MP, f/3.4 111mm, OIS 5x optical – 50MP, f/3.1 135mm, OIS 6x optical Macro: 35cm Max zoom 25x 100x 120x 120x Other 3D LiDAR scanner (depth) Laser autofocus Zeiss Optics Add-on zoom lens: 200mm, 2.35x Hasselblad Colors, Laser, Color Spectrum sensor Selfie Camera 12MP, f/1.9 23mm, OIS 12MP, f/2.2 26mm 50MP, f/2.5 AF 32MP, f/2.4 PDAF Examining the specs sheet reveals the key issues with Apple's current approach compared to the best smartphone cameras. First, there's the distinct lack of a secondary telephoto camera, or failing that, one capable of AI-powered zoom at larger magnifications. Then, there's the poor quality selfie camera. Finally, there's the smaller sensor sizes. Each of the Ultra competitors solves one or more of these issues, and as we'll see, that makes a significant difference to the overall pictures captured. Let's take a look. few common differences between the iPhone 16 Pro and its Ultra competitors. First, most competitors feature dual telephoto lenses, and all but Samsung offer a minimum capture distance of just 10cm. The net result is far better zoom capabilities than those available on an iPhone today. The iPhone 16 Pro is also limited to just 25x zoom, and there is significant degradation past 10x. Meanwhile, Samsung is strong at up to 30x, and Oppo, Xiaomi, and Vivo all prove capable at up to 100x zoom. To take it a step further, Vivo and Xiaomi also offer add-on lenses that can significantly extend the zoom. Let's take a closer look at how each camera compares to the iPhone 16 Pro and what lessons Apple can learn from its chief rivals. Comparing to the Galaxy S25 Ultra in Dubai Huawei was the first to make periscope telephoto lenses popular on smartphones, but Samsung was the first to define the term Ultra in smartphones. The Galaxy S20 Ultra delivered exceptional zoom, and one key selling point was the performance at higher magnifications. The iPhone 16 Pro is limited to a maximum magnification of 25x, while the Galaxy S25 Ultra can go up to 100x. You likely won't use that on the latter, but it does mean great performance at the 30x magnification, as we'll see. Galaxy S25 Ultra (left), iPhone 16 Pro (right) At 1x, both phones are fairly evenly matched under the Dubai sunshine, although the Galaxy S25 Ultra has much better color reproduction thanks to the higher saturation. While the iPhone 16 Pro is technically more accurate, Samsung's color science has always skewed towards saturated, and it works wonders for landscapes and scenes like this. 5x zoom photo captured with 5x telephoto lens: Galaxy S25 Ultra (left), iPhone 16 Pro (right) Both phones feature a periscope lens offering 5x optical zoom, so how do they compare? This is probably the best indication of the difference in the overall results with that lens, and looking closely at these results shows that Apple's lower resolution 12MP telephoto struggles to match the detail captured by the 50MP telephoto on the Galaxy S25 Ultra. Apple's color science once again skews natural, but this is less of a concern in this scene. 10x comparison: Galaxy S25 Ultra (top), iPhone 16 Pro (bottom) The power of two telephoto lenses starts to kick in once we go into hybrid or digital zoom. Comparing the same 10x photo captured on both phones, the degradation in the iPhone 16 Pro zoom photo has become obvious. The degradation is fairly subtle so the finaly image is still completely usable, but it's definitely visible. 30x Galaxy S25 Ultra (left) vs iPhone 16 Pro 25x (right) Rounding off this comparison at 30x, the iPhone 16 Pro photo has actually improved over the quality in the previous photo. This isn't always the case, and there are plenty of other examples of higher degradation at these magnifications, but here the differences are more nuanced. The iPhone 16 Pro picture has better colors but lesser detail, while the Galaxy S25 Ultra has better detail but a less visually appealing photo. Throughout the past four months, I've yielded similar results to these. Like the Google Pixel 9 Pro, the iPhone 16 Pro is limited in its zoom capabilities, but considering the Pro Max version is priced at $200 below the Galaxy S25 Ultra, these phones are all designed to compete against each other. For Apple, Samsung doesn't pose the largest threat. Rather, it's the innovation by other companies to push the boundaries of smartphone photography. Vivo and Oppo both have incredible phones that pose a threat to Apple's camera appeal in the biggest smartphone markets in the world (outside of the US, where they're not available). Comparing to the Oppo Find X8 Ultra and Vivo X200 Ultra in Paris Vivo has been pushing the boundaries with smartphone cameras for years, and the Vivo X200 Ultra is no different. It's an incredible all-around smartphone that shows you don't need a secondary telephoto to capture incredible photos. The triple camera setup on the X200 Ultra prioritizes parity between lenses so that you can shoot with any lens and get similar results with minimal loss of quality. The one key downside to the Vivo X200 Ultra is the starting 35mm focal length; while it's designed to replicate what your eye can see, it makes comparisons really hard and feels jarring when you come from the wider cameras on most phones. Oppo has taken a somewhat different approach with the Find X8 Ultra. It's designed to have parity between the different lenses, ensuring that you don't suddenly lose quality in a photo or video when you switch between the different lenses. It includes two periscope telephoto lenses and while there are differences between the color science across the four lenses, maintaining parity in the resolution is a worthwhile endeavor. During a recent trip to Paris, I managed to test these three cameras out. Let's first start at the Eiffel Tower. For these lower magnifications, the Vivo has the brightest image but the Oppo captures the most detail. The iPhone 16 Pro mostly keeps up with its rivals, but the trend continues with images lacking color and vibrancy. As we go above 5x, the iPhone starts to struggle as it has done consistently throughout my testing. This is the biggest issue with Apple's approach to the camera: it doesn't heavily use AI to enhance captured photos, and it lacks the hardware to offer strong zoom at above 5x magnification. It's a problem that would be solved with a secondary, longer telephoto lens. Alongside daytime, both the Oppo Find X8 Ultra and Vivo X200 Ultra have proven extremely capable at night as we'll see below. Although the iPhone 16 Pro does struggle with zoom, it's still incredibly capable in lowlight. Here it has my favorite overall photo, as it has less flare from the lights and the photo visually appears to be clearer. There's little difference between Oppo and Vivo, but Apple is the winner here. This was an interesting test as there's a lot of detail, there's street lights providing background glow and it would challenge many phones. The Vivo X200 Ultra fails to capture the correct light balance here, but it captures the most detail. The lighting is slightly warm on the iPhone, but it takes the most balanced photo overall again. Without doubt, the Oppo Find X8 Ultra has the best all-around set of pictures in this scene. In particular, the 3x photo is fantastic as the phone adjusts for lens flare from the bulbs underneath the canopy, which makes the scene sharper. I dislike the Vivo's odd focal lengths again, as they feel strange but that's a personal preference. Vivo's photos are perfectly fine here, although it struggles with some of the lighting. The iPhone does well overall, but it overexposes most scenes resulting in less vibrant images. Testing the portrait mode I saved the best for last: the Oppo Find X8 Ultra is my current smartphone camera of choice, for everything from capturing memories to capturing content on new gadgets. Most of the content I use on social media, in articles, and even in video has been captured on the Find X8 Ultra, which proves to be the most versatile smartphone camera I've ever used. I've found that parity amongst the lenses works wonders during regular use, and the use of a 1-inch sensor in the main camera means you can get incredible light. It has f/1.6 aperture, which also allows it to capture stunning bokeh. It's fast become my favorite portrait mode hardware, although I still prefer Samsung's color point mode. Here's some comparison of the portrait mode across all three devices. The larger sensor of the Oppo Find X8 Ultra helps capture far more light, and the color spectrum sensor works wonders in ensuring that white balance remains accurate throughout the image. At both focal lengths, the Oppo takes the best photo, but Apple isn't far behind so better hardware and finer tuning could yield these results from an iPhone. The final test yields a clear victory for Apple. Despite the different focal lengths (these were all captured at the maximum permitted in the camera's viewfinder), there's fantastic color reproduction and dynamic range in the picture captured on the iPhone. The Oppo Find X8 Ultra is close behind, but the Vivo X200 Ultra is too aggressive in smoothening skin tones and textures. Why Apple should embrace the Ultra culture There are several reasons why Apple should adopt the trend of launching an Ultra smartphone with the very best mobile photography capabilities. The main one is obvious: Apple has positioned the iPhone as a creator's dream, but while it's the best for video, an Ultra phone would also allow it to be one of the best for photos. Beyond this, however, there are four main reasons. First, Samsung has proven that Ultra cameras make sense. The higher sale price, likely higher margin, and ability to attract people who are price-insensitive all make sense in Apple's current business model. Second, Samsung's cameras will eventually match the iPhone for video, meaning Apple will need to compete in photography as well. Third, Apple would inspire an ecosystem of additional products. Companies like Moment have built entire additional ecosystems around photography and videography on the iPhone, but providing them with better hardware would inspire the next generation of mobile photography apps and services. Fourth and finally, product differentiation. The rumored thin iPhone 17 Air and reported low sales of current-generation phones, such as the iPhone 16 Plus, suggest that Apple's lineup may have stagnated. An iPhone 17 Ultra (or future generation) would offer a product that can stand alone from its siblings. Considering the iPhone 17 Air is expected to be the more expensive phone in the lineup, an Ultra model could help Apple push even higher pricing. For now, this is the Ultra phone to use Unsurprisingly, the Oppo Find X8 Ultra remains my smartphone camera of choice, at least for photography. The iPhone will stay in my pocket for video (and as my primary phone for sensitive apps), but the Oppo Find X8 Ultra will continue to be my phone of choice for all my photos. Although the Vivo X200 Ultra takes better photos than its rivals at many focal lengths, I've found that Oppo is slightly better at others, and I prefer Oppo's color science. Furthermore, ColorOS is far smoother, with a more intuitive interface that allows for quick changes to settings and features. Then there's the Galaxy S25 Ultra, the only Ultra phone you can buy in the US. I hope that Samsung adopts a 1-inch sensor in a future Ultra phone, as well as better telephoto cameras, which would likely bring it to parity with the competition. For now, at least it still has the best portrait mode of any smartphone.
GSM Arena
a day ago
- Business
- GSM Arena
Oppo Find N5 Flip design possibly outed by patent filing
Oppo's last flip-style foldable was the Find N3 Flip, launched in 2023. Since then, nothing - it's been crickets only on this front, even though the company did come out with the book-style Find N5 already. Now, the design of what could be the upcoming Find N5 Flip may have been uncovered in a patent filing at the WIPO. This filing basically shows the entire design for a flip-style foldable, and it's not one that Oppo's used so far. That said, it is immediately identifiable as a member of Oppo's Flip line, with the cover screen to one side and the cameras arranged next to it. It has three cameras, as you can see, which is still a rarity for this form factor, but which the Find N3 Flip also boasted. They're arranged differently, however, more reminiscent of the Find N2 Flip in position, but as you can see they're not individual circles but part of a larger island - dare we say it, a rather Samsung-esque design. The cover display itself seems larger than that on the Find N3 Flip, which makes sense since growing these has been a trend in the market in the past few years. While these images do look compelling, keep in mind that companies often file for patents they never end up actually using, so this by itself doesn't in any way confirm that a Find N5 Flip is coming, nor that it would look like this. We'll let you know if we find out more. Via
Time of India
2 days ago
- Time of India
Oppo K13 Review: Go for Performance
Rating – 3.5/5 Versatility. This is the word that perfectly sums up the Oppo K13 . For the unaware, the K13 is Oppo's latest addition to its mid-range lineup, which bridges the gap between the entry-level A series and the higher-end Reno devices. And Oppo's 'K' series has consistently struck a balance between pocket-friendly pricing and necessary features. Starting at Rs 17,999 (for the 128GB storage variant), the K13 comes with an AMOLED display, a mega battery life with fast charging and just enough horsepower for being a daily driver, along with some casual gaming, plus two years of OS upgrades and three years of security patches. Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Council or Housing Association Tenant? Check Eligibility for Compensation National Disrepair Claims Undo But the real question is—does the Oppo K13 deliver on these promises? More importantly, does it offer enough to justify its price tag? We've spent days using the 256GB storage variant of the Oppo K13 in Prism Black colour (which is priced at Rs 19,999), testing the phone in real-world situations, and here's our take on this mid-range contender. Design & Display When we unboxed the Oppo K13, its balanced design was immediately apparent. The phone features a glass front (protected by AGC DT STAR 2 glass) and a matte-finish plastic back, enclosed by nicely angled rails. It has a nice in-hand feeling, and the weight feels well distributed. The rear panel of the phone houses a vertically stacked, pill-shaped camera module, which is further placed inside a rectangular island that includes the flashlight. The camera bump is not that thick, yet it causes a slight wobble when laid flat, but adding the case provided in the box levels the device. At 8.5 mm thickness and 208 grams, the Oppo K13 strikes a balance between slim profile and sturdy feel. When we used the phone for streaming content, snapping photos, and intense chatting sessions, the weight felt evenly distributed. Flat side rails and gently rounded corners provided a comfortable grip, whether we were scrolling through social media on public transport or following a cooking tutorial in the kitchen. The power button and volume controls sit on the right, making them easy to locate by just feeling them when the phone is in the pocket. The USB-C port, speaker grille and SIM tray that offers dual-SIM and microSD support are placed at the bottom. Turning the phone to its front reveals a 6.67-inch Full HD+ AMOLED display that supports a 120Hz refresh rate. Though the bezels aren't the narrowest, the display offers a balanced viewing area. A centred punch-hole cutout houses the selfie camera. While testing the phone during midday in the sun, the screen's 1200 nits peak brightness was capable enough to make content easily visible even under bright outdoor lights. The in-display fingerprint sensor is responsive and it worked even when our fingers were slightly damp during a drizzle. Watching videos and playing casual games on this AMOLED panel felt pleasing, while the animations and transitions look fluid on this display. The 120 Hz refresh rate also makes scrolling and switching between apps buttery smooth. The Oppo K13 comes with an IP65 dust and water resistant rating. The phone was able to withstand a few accidental splashes without any issues. After an accidental drop from desk height, it showed no signs of dents or bruises, indicating that its build quality can handle everyday bumps and crashes without breaking a sweat. Performance and AI features Powered by the Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 chipset, which comes paired with 8GB of RAM, the Oppo K13 5G handled our daily workflow without hiccups. We switched between Gmail, Instagram, and browser tabs effortlessly and didn't notice any stutters or reloads, all this while half a dozen background processes kept running without any signs of slowdown. During a packed workday, notifications arrived instantly, and multitasking felt smooth. The K13 also has a RAM Expansion feature that borrows unused storage as virtual memory to keep the tasks running without any fatigue. Gaming on the K13 proved enjoyable for casual sessions. We tested lightweight titles like Subway Surfers and Clash of Clans, which ran without frame drops. Moving on to more demanding games like BGMI and Asphalt 9 Legends, we noticed rare frame dips during extended sessions, but overall gameplay remained fluid. The phone's surface temperature peaked at a comfortable level even after an hour of continuous gaming. Oppo's suite of AI tools that comes with the Android 15-based ColorOS 15 added real-value shortcuts to our routine. The interface is easy to navigate and includes a sidebar that can be customised as per requirement. During a weekend brunch, we used the Smart Text Selector to drag over a menu item on-screen and instantly translate it into English. The Soloop video editor with AI Auto-Cut turned our 10 minutes of holiday footage into a 1-minute highlight reel, with matched background music and smooth transitions—all in under a minute. On the camera front, the AI Scene Enhancement feature recognised subjects in real time—food, greenery, urban scenes—and tweaked saturation and contrast accordingly. While capturing shots of flowers in a garden a dog popped up and we used the AI Eraser to tap and remove it without any problems. For selfies, AI Beauty adjusted lighting and skin tone dynamically, giving us natural-looking results even in indoor lighting. Camera The Oppo K13's camera setup makes for a capable everyday shooter. Its 50 MP primary sensor captured daylight scenes with good detail and accurate colour reproduction. During a walk in the afternoon, we clicked buildings and flowers, and the dynamic range handled bright skies and shaded areas without blown highlights. Video from this rear lens, which can shoot 4K@30 fps, also benefited from gyro-EIS, producing steady footage as we panned across a moving car without noticeable shake. Check out some of the camera samples: For subject separation, the 2MP depth sensor came into play. While taking pictures at a cafe, we switched to Portrait mode and found that edge detection between friends and the background held up well as faces remained sharp and the bokeh effect looked natural. But the photo filters beautified the faces a lot by smudging some of the details. Though there's no dedicated macro lens, the depth sensor still helped isolate close-up shots of food, yielding satisfactory results. Low-light performance on the main camera was decent. Under streetlights, the sensor used Night Mode to boost exposure, pulling out shadow detail without introducing excessive noise. Switching to the ultra-wide also wasn't an option in this phone, since the K13 lacks one, but for most evening shots, the 50MP module proved good enough. On the front, the 16MP selfie camera delivered well-balanced self-portraits. We tested it at dusk on a terrace, and the Super HDR processing kept both faces and the sunset background visible. Selfie videos at 1080p@30 fps with gyro-EIS remained smooth as we recorded a gathering of friends. Battery The Oppo K13's 7,000 mAh battery became the powerhouse behind our daily routine. On a standard workday—filled with email threads, messaging apps, social media scrolls, and a few quick photo edits—we still ended up with enough battery remaining to carry on with the next day. On busier days packed with back-to-back video calls and GPS navigation, the K13 comfortably carried us until bedtime with nearly 30% remaining. We also put the K13's battery life to the test with gaming. An hour-long session of BGMI at medium settings drained roughly 20%. Meanwhile, during a two-hour Netflix binge on a cab ride to Gurugram, saw about a 23% drop While recharging the phone, the 80W wired fast charging proved its worth. From zero, we hit 60% in just 30 minutes, and reached a full 100% under an hour. However, it's important to note that during charging and occasional video calls, the phone's chassis warmed up slightly but that wasn't uncomfortable to hold. Verdict The K13 offers a combination of a vibrant AMOLED display, reliable performance, and long-lasting battery life which turns it into a capable daily driver. Whether we were switching between apps, capturing quick snapshots, or gaming for an hour, the phone handled each task without significant slowdowns or hiccups. Its 7,000 mAh battery and 80W fast charging proved especially valuable, lasting through busy days. The camera system, led by a 50 MP main sensor, produced good enough daylight shots, while the AI-assisted editing tools simplified tasks like removing unwanted objects or translating text in real time. With a starting price of Rs 17,999, the Oppo K13 offers a balanced set of features which are supported by future ready software. If you're in the market for a mid-range 5G phone that covers all the essentials, the Oppo K13 5G can be a worthy recommendation. AI Masterclass for Students. Upskill Young Ones Today!– Join Now
GSM Arena
2 days ago
- Business
- GSM Arena
Realme smartphone with a 7,500 mAh battery arriving this year, 10,000 mAh battery phone coming 'soon'
Realme introduced the global GT 7 and GT 7T a couple of days ago at an event in Paris, France. Both smartphones pack massive 7,000 mAh batteries with 120W charging support. However, Realme isn't stopping at launching phones with 7,000 mAh batteries since the Chinese brand has revealed its plans to bring smartphones with even bigger batteries to the market. Realme GT 7 5G In a conversation with Android Headlines, Realme said that it wants to be associated with battery innovation, similar to how Oppo and vivo are associated with their camera advancements, and confirmed that it will launch a smartphone with a 7,500 mAh battery before the end of 2025. Realme GT 7T 5G While Realme didn't reveal the name of this 7,500 mAh battery smartphone, we believe it could be the GT 8 Pro, which the brand confirmed will be released this year. The Realme GT 8 Pro will be the successor to last year's GT 7 Pro, which was launched with the Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC, 120W charging, and a 6,500 mAh battery (5,800 mAh in India). Realme GT 7 (global model) In addition to confirming the launch of a 7,500 mAh battery phone in 2025, Realme said that a smartphone with a massive 10,000 mAh battery is coming soon but did not provide a timeframe for its launch. Earlier this month, Realme showcased a prototype smartphone with a 10,000 mAh battery. It was 8.5mm thick and weighed 215 g. The battery had a 10% silicon anode and achieved an energy density of 887 Wh/L. Realme used a motherboard that was 23.4mm tall (the smallest in the Android world) to maximize the internal volume available for the 10,000 mAh battery. Realme GT 7 Pro While we await more details from Realme about these big-battery smartphones, you can read our Realme GT 7 review to learn more about it, especially its battery endurance. After that, you can check out our unboxing of the Realme GT 7 Dream Edition, co-designed with the Aston Martin Aramco F1 team. Source 1, 2
