OPPO Find N2 Flip Will Be One of the 1st Devices to Receive the Android 14 Beta 1 Update

OPPO, the leading global smart devices brand, announced today that it’s very first clamshell foldable phone, the Find N2 Flip, will receive the new Google Android 14 Beta 1 update. Furthermore, the OPPO Find N2 Flip will be among the first smartphones to receive this update. As a result, developers and early adopters can get their hands on the developer’s version of ColorOS built around the first beta of Android 14, experimenting with new features and APIs on their OPPO flip phone.

OPPO Find N2 Flip –One of the First Devices to Receive the Android 14 Beta 1 Update

“OPPO Find N2 Flip sets a high bar for new flip smartphones. We have combined industry-leading engineering and innovation with intuitive design principles to create Find N2 Flip, “said Peter Dohyung Lee, Head of the flagship product line at OPPO. “Cooperating with Google, OPPO recently brought the Speech-to-Text feature to the cover screen of Find N2 Flip. Further, with Android 14, we will continue taking foldable phones to new heights by combining cutting-edge hardware with unparalleled software.”

Android 14 includes several updates to enhance productivity, performance, privacy, security, and user customization. It offers more intuitive system user interfaces, such as the new mid-display back arrow and an improved system share sheet. To strengthen users’ privacy, the system allows apps to limit the visibility of specified views only to accessibility services. These days, foldable devices provide an opportunity for innovative app development. Developers are also encouraged to use Android APIs, tools, and resources provided by Google to build apps suited to large and small screens.

Android 14 Beta 1 update will be available for OPPO Find N2 Flip, which was launched globally in February 2023. OPPO Find N2 Flip features one of the largest cover screens of its kind, a seamless hinge with its New Generation Flexion Hinge, and a day-long battery life with SUPERVOOC flash charging. Moreover, it also promises four major ColorOS updates and five years of security updates for its global users.

Developers can download the developer’s version of ColorOS built around Android 14 Beta 1 from here right now. Later this year, global users of the Find N2 Flip can expect to have access to the public version of ColorOS that is built on Android 14.

About OPPO Mobiles India Private Limited

OPPO is a leading global smart device brand. Since the launch of its first mobile phone - "Smiley Face" - in 2008, OPPO has been in relentless pursuit of the perfect synergy of aesthetic satisfaction and innovative technology. Today, OPPO provides a wide range of smart devices spearheaded by the Find and Reno series. Beyond devices, OPPO provides its users with the ColorOS operating system and internet services like OPPO Cloud and OPPO+. OPPO operates in more than 50 countries and regions with more than 40,000 of OPPO's employees dedicated to creating a better life for customers around the world.

OPPO’s Camera Innovation 6nm NPU MariSilicon X Delivers an End-to-end Imaging Solution with Its Reno8 Series

After improved algorithms and its collaborations with Sony on RGBW camera sensors, OPPO further solidifies its imaging innovations with its proprietary MariSilicon X NPU

Users can now shoot 4K Ultra Night Video and #TransformTheNight

OPPO’s camera innovation has reached new heights with the development of its neural processing unit MariSilicon X. The brand—known for its software and hardware technologies that enhance camera performance—continues to push the envelope when it comes to image processing. This evolution has been developed over three significant areas of innovation.

PROPRIETARY ALGORITHMS

OPPO’s engineers have developed algorithms that render accurate Indian skin tones and even create Bokeh Flare Portrait Videos. OPPO's AI can distinguish between skin blemishes and beauty spots—as well as the age and sex of the subject—to apply different levels of beautification and skin smoothening.

OPPO's cameras recognise shooting scenarios and lighting to select the appropriate camera mode, including HDR for those perfect wide-exposure shots without user intervention.

RGBW SENSOR TECHNOLOGY

On the hardware front, the brand collaborated with Sony to develop its all-new RGBW (red, green, blue, white) pixel array technology that is an update from traditional RGGB (red, green, green, blue) sensors. This proprietary technology, which involves 87 technical patent applications, inserts W (transparent) pixels in each RGGB pixel to allow 60% more light and a 20.2% increase in purity when compared with regular RGGB sensors. Essentially, it translates to more detailed low-light captures and improved skin tones in portraits. OPPO and Sony debuted this new RGBW technology in the Reno7 Series with the IMX709 selfie sensor, which continues to drive better light handling and colour tones in OPPO's portrait photography.

MARISILICON X NPU

OPPO's innovation in smartphone camera tech has now ascended new heights with the development of its MariSilicon X Neural Processing Unit (NPU) which is designed for computational photography. This chip—developed over three years and comprising 400 patent applications—packs 3.6 billion transistors and can perform up to 18 trillion operations per second (18 TOPS). OPPO built MariSilicon X on the cutting-edge 6nm chip architecture that delivers an incredible 11.6 TOPS per watt for low-power consumption even in the most demanding tasks.

It is capable of real-time lossless AI processing in the Bayer RAW domain with image data from the 50MP IMX766 rear camera sensor. MariSilicon X's image processing speed allows users to shoot night videos in 4K Ultra HDR quality with the promise of crystal-clear frames. With the NPU’s support for HDR Fusion and AINR (AI Noise Reduction) algorithm operations, it delivers 4K Ultra Night Video at up to 20Bit (theoretically), with the brightest spot up to 1 million times brighter than the darkest.

With MariSilicon X, OPPO has created a complete set of customised solutions for software and hardware integration in computational photography. It is the last piece of OPPO's custom imaging system, designed to leverage the strength of its camera sensor and run its imaging proprietary algorithm even more efficiently.

All these innovations in smartphone camera technology will come together in the upcoming OPPO Reno8 Pro smartphone.

OPPO has crafted the Reno8 Series cameras to help photographers and videographers #TransformTheNight by leveraging cutting-edge technologies that tackle the pain points of night-time shooting where each frame—movies or stills—is crystal clear and rendered with accurate colours.

OPPO is a leading global smart device brand. Since the launch of its first mobile phone - “Smiley
Face” - in 2008, OPPO has been in relentless pursuit of the perfect synergy of aesthetic satisfaction and innovative technology. Today, OPPO provides a wide range of smart devices spearheaded by the Find and Reno series. Beyond devices, OPPO provides its users with the ColorOS operating system and internet services like OPPO Cloud and OPPO+. OPPO operates in more than 50 countries and regions with more than 40,000 of OPPO's employees are dedicated to creating a better life for customers around the world.

OPPO and Microsoft Join Hands for 2nd Edition of Elevate Program for Startups in India

The India jury will select 3 startups who will be entering the global Innovation Accelerator Program.

OPPO India today announced its collaboration with Microsoft for Startups to launch the 2nd edition of the OPPO Elevate program to empower startups in India. Through this program, OPPO aims to accelerate the overall innovation culture in India and mentor startups who have the potential to bring the next big technological change in the industry

Startups across “Accessible Technology” and “Digital Health” will be able to apply for the India edition of the program. These proposals will be reviewed by an esteemed jury of experts, led by Tasleem Arif, VP and R&D Head, OPPO India, Madhurima Agarwal, Country Head-India, Microsoft for startup among others.

The top ten selected startups will get a chance to present their proposals to the jury in an event in August 2022. Further these ten startups will also be entitled to a collaboration with OPPO for applicable technical discussion and access to R&D facilities (Labs, spaces, Mobile devices) on mutually agreed terms and schedule. The India jury will select 3 startups who will be entering the global Innovation Accelerator Program.

As part of the Elevate program, all participants will be invited to Microsoft for Startups Founders Hub and eligible startups can receive up to USD150K worth of Azure credits, mentoring and guidance from business and technical experts as well as access to world-class developer and productivity tools.

OPPO introduced OPPO Research Institute Innovation Accelerator program to bring innovative solutions to life and create a better future together. The Innovation Accelerator is being held by the OPPO Research Institute in association with Microsoft for Startups. The program aims to encourage all technology innovators to solve some of the most pressing issues facing humanity even amid times of uncertainty.

Centered on the theme of ‘Virtuous Innovation’, OPPO is looking to recruit proposals under two entry categories — Accessible Technology and Digital Health. Following the evaluation of proposals submitted by participating teams or individuals, up to ten proposals will be awarded grants of USD $46,000 each, as well as further opportunities for investment opportunities, technical support, research and commercial partnerships, and promotion at global events.

Applications for the second edition of OPPO Elevate will remain open till July 10, 2022. Following this, there will be an assessment by OPPO followed by the presentation to the jury and winner announcement on August 5.

To submit a proposal, refer a proposal, or learn more about the program, visit the official OPPO Elevate website at https://www.oppo.com/in/events/elevate/  

OPPO Signs Pact with IIT Hyderabad for Research in 5G, AI, Others

OPPO, Chinese smartphone brand has signed an MoU with the Indian Institute of Technology-Hyderabad to promote collaborative research in the field of science and emerging technologies,a press release from the mobile phone maker said on Monday.

The MoU which was signed on January 13, will facilitate exchange of ideas and carry out state-of-the-art research in the development of advanced and emerging technologies.

It envisages joint research and development for multiple projects over a period of two years for the
development of new technologies in areas specific to camera and image processing, battery, networks (5G), system performance and Artificial Intelligence, among other areas, the release said.
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The partnership is aimed at developing solutions and bridging the gap between academic excellence and business requirements and help create an industry-ready workforce, it added. PIT GDK

Smartphone Maker Oppo Ties with Telangana to Support Startups in the State

Chinese smartphone player Oppo on Tuesday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Telangana state government to support and develop the startup ecosystem in the state.

As part of the agreement, Oppo would provide technical expertise and mentoring support to startups helping the government create a supportive startup ecosystem for working in camera and image processing, battery, networks (5G), system performance, payments, Artificial Intelligence (AI) and gaming, reported BGR.

To recall, Oppo made its first investment in India when it funded POPxo, a New Delhi-based women-centric digital media startup, in April last year.

“Through this partnership with the government of Telangana, which has shown positive intent in fostering a conducive ecosystem of entrepreneurship in the state, we hope to encourage and co-develop innovative solutions that will transform the smartphone industry across the country,” said Tasleem Arif, Vice President, Research and Development Head, Oppo India.

The company would also provide market access to chosen startups by Alpha/Beta testing their offerings with the “Oppo Color Operating System (OS)” community and helping them with feedbacks.

The startups would be selected on the basis of the the solutions they provide towards key problems faced by Indian mobile users, with the intention of using their idea, application, technology or service to help enhance consumer experience.

“Oppo aims to play an active role in mobilising the untapped potential of Indians entrepreneurs and support them in their journey towards developing and growing their respective startups,” the company noted.

China's Oppo Makes First India Investment With Funding of Digital Media Startup POPxo

Chinese smartphone maker Oppo has made its first India investment with funding of New Delhi-based women-centric digital media startup POPxo. Oppo along with South Korean company Doosan Corporation’s investment arm led the $5.52 million (~ Rs.37 crore) funding in POPxo.

Existing investors, including Japanese firm GREE Ventures, IDG Ventures India, Kalaari Capital and Philippines-based Summit Media, also participated in the round. The funds raised will be used for product development and to increasingly tap into vernacular markets.

Founded in 2013 by Priyanka Gill and Namrata Bostrom, POPxo is India's online community for women that deals everything from fashion, beauty, lifestyle, work, and etc. The startup claims to have 14.3 million monthly users, with 82% of its users being female and over 70% of its traffic coming from outside the top five metros in India. Since July 2017, the company also has over 23,000 influencers across over 100 cities in India.

Priyanka is a London-based angel investor and writer for various Indian and UK publications while Namrata is no longer with the company.

Speaking about the fresh funding Priyanka Gill, CEO & founder of POPxo, said, “Oppo set the price for our investment round and has been one of our biggest clients prior to becoming an investor. We did a lot of their digital launches in India and Neoplux brings in Korean beauty brands."

“POPxo has been a key partner in our digital strategy in India. We are confident that POPxo will become a significant player in the ecommerce segment with their ability to create content at scale and drive user engagement,” said James Zheng, Oppo India investment manager.

Earlier in April 2017, POPxo had raised $3.1 million in a Series B funding round led by Japanese venture capital firm GREE Ventures with participation from its existing investors Kalaari Capital and IDG Ventures India. Prior to that, the startup had raised $2 million in a Series A funding round in November 2015 led by IDG Ventures and Kalaari Capital, with participation from 500 Startups, and a year before that, POPxo had raised Rs 3 crore from investors including Google India head Rajan Anandan. To date, the Startup has raised a total of US $11.5 million.

Of late, startups in India are attracting notable Chinese smartphone companies including Xiaomi, which had recently (January) invested in $18.2 Million in ShareChat, a Bengaluru-based social networking app. Xiaomi made its first investment in India when, in 2016, it lead the $25 million funding round into Hungama Digital Media Entertainment, a Mumbai heaquartered aggregator and publisher of entertainment content on the internet.

Last month, Xiaomi announced that it will invest Rs 6,000-7,000 crore in around 100 startups in India over the next five years to strengthen its hardware and software ecosystem.

The above development was first reported in Economic Times.

China's Oppo Makes First India Investment With Funding of Digital Media Startup POPxo

Chinese smartphone maker Oppo has made its first India investment with funding of New Delhi-based women-centric digital media startup POPxo. Oppo along with South Korean company Doosan Corporation’s investment arm led the $5.52 million (~ Rs.37 crore) funding in POPxo.

Existing investors, including Japanese firm GREE Ventures, IDG Ventures India, Kalaari Capital and Philippines-based Summit Media, also participated in the round. The funds raised will be used for product development and to increasingly tap into vernacular markets.

Founded in 2013 by Priyanka Gill and Namrata Bostrom, POPxo is India's online community for women that deals everything from fashion, beauty, lifestyle, work, and etc. The startup claims to have 14.3 million monthly users, with 82% of its users being female and over 70% of its traffic coming from outside the top five metros in India. Since July 2017, the company also has over 23,000 influencers across over 100 cities in India.

Priyanka is a London-based angel investor and writer for various Indian and UK publications while Namrata is no longer with the company.

Speaking about the fresh funding Priyanka Gill, CEO & founder of POPxo, said, “Oppo set the price for our investment round and has been one of our biggest clients prior to becoming an investor. We did a lot of their digital launches in India and Neoplux brings in Korean beauty brands."

“POPxo has been a key partner in our digital strategy in India. We are confident that POPxo will become a significant player in the ecommerce segment with their ability to create content at scale and drive user engagement,” said James Zheng, Oppo India investment manager.

Earlier in April 2017, POPxo had raised $3.1 million in a Series B funding round led by Japanese venture capital firm GREE Ventures with participation from its existing investors Kalaari Capital and IDG Ventures India. Prior to that, the startup had raised $2 million in a Series A funding round in November 2015 led by IDG Ventures and Kalaari Capital, with participation from 500 Startups, and a year before that, POPxo had raised Rs 3 crore from investors including Google India head Rajan Anandan. To date, the Startup has raised a total of US $11.5 million.

Of late, startups in India are attracting notable Chinese smartphone companies including Xiaomi, which had recently (January) invested in $18.2 Million in ShareChat, a Bengaluru-based social networking app. Xiaomi made its first investment in India when, in 2016, it lead the $25 million funding round into Hungama Digital Media Entertainment, a Mumbai heaquartered aggregator and publisher of entertainment content on the internet.

Last month, Xiaomi announced that it will invest Rs 6,000-7,000 crore in around 100 startups in India over the next five years to strengthen its hardware and software ecosystem.

The above development was first reported in Economic Times.