New leaks suggest Oppo is creating a new foldable phone. It will have a wide design. This follows the trend of big companies like Samsung. Apple might also enter this market.
A known leaker, Digital Chat Station, shared this on Weibo. The new phone may be shorter and wider than current foldables. This is similar to rumors about the Galaxy Z Fold 8. A wider screen could be better for videos, browsing, and games.
Fast Chip and Big Battery
The leak says the phone will use a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 6 chip. This chip is not officially announced yet. It has the model number SM8950. This was reported by phonearena.com.
The phone might also get a special AI chip. This chip helps the phone run AI tasks locally. This means better AI performance without needing constant internet.
Another expected feature is a big battery. It could be around 6500 mAh. It might use silicon-carbon tech. This allows for large capacity in a slim design. Many Chinese flagship phones use this now.
Possible Launch in 2027
The phone could launch in early 2027. More details on screen size, cameras, or dimensions are unknown. However, observers expect Oppo to use its latest Find N series tech. These phones are praised for design and user experience.
Will it be called Find N7?
The official name is not clear. Some think it could be the OPPO Find N7. Or, it might get a new name if Oppo changes its foldable phone identity.
Oppo's Past Foldables
Wide foldable designs seem new. But Oppo has made foldables with similar aspects before. Models like Find N and Find N2 were closer to square. This was different from competitors.
Samsung used a long, narrow design for early Galaxy Z Fold phones. But leaks suggest the next Samsung model will also have a wider screen. This aims to improve user experience.
Why Wide Foldables?
Observers think wider foldable screens are better for content. They help with multitasking, web browsing, and gaming. Most apps and videos work well on wider screens.
However, this category still needs to prove itself. Daily use and software updates will show if this new design is successful.