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Oppo Reno 8 5G Review: Key features, advantages, disadvantages
The self-certified camera phone specialists are back with their latest offering, the Oppo Reno 8. Since its inception, the Reno series has been branded as a mid-range device with a flagship-level camera. Their main distinguishing feature is the 10X zoom found on their camera. The OPPO Reno 8 5G is no different from the core principles. It brings a mix of unique design, processor, and of course, the camera. The phone was officially released in India on 17th July 2022. Here’s a detailed look at its key specifications and overview.
Key Specifications of Oppo Reno 8 5G
Design and Build Quality
The Reno series has always been about bringing unique design elements. From the Reno to Reno Ace and Reno 2, the company brought design elements that were very much ahead of its time.
This time, however, Oppo seems to have settled. The Reno 8 has the same wave-like camera bump on the back with a gradient finish all around. The device is made of plastic on the frame and back. The front display also has a huge chin which is an eyesore by 2022 standards.
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At 160 grams, the device is fairly lightweight and manageable. Much of it is due to the material and a smaller battery.
The overall ports and buttons remain the same. The power button has a horizontal gradient on it which gives it a subtle but noticeable look. There is no expandable storage on the Reno8 nor is there any headphone jack.
Overall, the design is an ode to the Reno 7. The same chamfered edges and polished fade on the back is something uniquely Reno and that alone might be a key selling point.
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The Display
Moving on, we have a 6.4-inch AMOLED FHD+ display. The display is definitely large by conventional standards. Added 90 Hz refresh rate with 180 Hz touch sampling rate makes for a buttery smooth display experience.
The display has a general brightness of 400 nits. Now that might feel a bit low for outdoor usage. However, the Reno 8 has three more brightness configurations with a 600 nits high brightness mode and 800 nits of peak brightness. So, visibility will not be an issue whatsoever.
Speaking of media consumption, the experience is right on par with far more expensive devices. The colors look decent with a warmer tone. If you’re not into that, the display can be easily calibrated from the settings.
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The front has Gorilla Glass 5 Protection. Even though it's not the latest and greatest in the lineup, it still gets the job done fairly well.
The Camera
The camera is one of the key highlights of every Reno phone since the first generation debuted around 3 years ago. This year, the Reno 8 has a triple camera setup with a 50 MP main sensor, 8 MP ultrawide, and a 2 MP macro shooter.
While the 2 MP macro shooter most likely won't be of much use, the other two sensors are definitely going to rock the boat. The 50 MP sensor has a multidirectional PDAF for improved color accuracy and stabilization.
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The pictures from the main camera look sharp and crisp. The camera can capture a great amount of detail while maintaining the dynamic range. There is no periscopic lens on the Reno 8 to support 10X zoom here so any zoom you get will only be digitally cropped images.
The sensor also performs well in artificial lights. It captured a good number of details with a balanced exposure.
The videography of the Reno 8 is rated at 4K at 30 fps or 1080P up to 120 fps. There’s no dedicated OIS here so users will be getting gyro-EIS only.
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The front camera features a 32 MP sensor. The sensor does an excellent job of capturing detail and it's definitely one of the best front shooters in its price bracket.
Overall, the camera performance is exceptionally good on the Reno 8 compared to its price. Sure, it won't compete with the likes of the iPhone or Pixels, but it has created a space for itself in its budget range.
Processor and Performance
The Oppo Reno 8 has been powered by MediaTek Dimensity 1300 processor based on the 6 Nm architecture. The octa-core processor has a 1 3.0 GHz Cortex-A78 and 3 2.6 GHz Cortex-A78 and 4 2.0 GHz Cortex-A55. As is evident from the unit structure, the Dimensity 1300 is a performance-oriented solution for upper mid-range devices.
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The processor is also complemented well by the Mali G77 GPU. Now let's talk about real-world performance. As an upper mid-range device, this phone definitely ticks all the boxes. Day-to-day tasks feel smooth and there’s no lag whatsoever. 2D games also run well without any hiccups. But there are a few frame-drops here and there with graphics-intensive games like PUBG and COD.
Overall, the performance of the device is satisfactory. ColorOS has also come a long way. Users will be getting the 12.1 version based on Android 12 out of the box.
Battery and Charge Time
The Oppo Reno 8 boasts a 4500 mAh battery. Now, this might seem low by 2022 standards. But the company has also included an 80 W fast charger in the box. You can expect to top up the device in under half an hour which is a total game changer in our opinion.
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Price of Oppo Reno 8 5G
Oppo Reno 8 5G hasn’t officially been launched in Bangladesh yet. The price of the 8/128 GB variant in China is 2499 CNY which roughly translates to 34,838 BDT (1 CNY = 13.96 BDT). The official price of Oppo Reno 8 5G may vary in Bangladesh due to tax, and other issues.
Verdict
The Oppo Reno 8 5G is the perfect mix between flagship and mid-range features. The device brings a unique blend of performance and efficiency which is generally not seen in the mid-range market. While the device certainly has its shortcomings in the build quality and the large chin on the display, the processor, battery, and camera more than makes up for that shortcoming. So if you’re looking for a camera phone on a budget, the Reno 8 can easily be your go-to choice.
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OPPO offers up to 50% discount on screen replacement at ‘Global Screen Protection Plan’
OPPO is offering up to 50% discount on screen replacement of specific models along with favorable pricing on phone repair during its two month long event Global Screen Protection Plan.
The event offering exciting service, discounts to OPPO customers in addition to free after-sales services and many other attractive offers ,started on June 30 and will continue till August 30.
During the event, customers can visit any of the 22 customer service centers, 12 touch points and authorization centers, and 34 service outlets to avail these offers.
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Moreover, there are special replacement discounts for the screen, battery, and back cover in OPPO Service Centers, ensuring a relatively lower replacement price.
OPPO claims guaranteed quality of the original spare parts used in the repairs and promises free professional after-sales service along with a 90 days warranty on OPPO smartphones.
Customers can go to the official service centers to enjoy the lower replacement price and check details from here: https://support.oppo.com/bd/screen-protection/
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Liu Feng, Head of Brand of OPPO Bangladesh Authorized Exclusive Distributor, said, “This event aims to elevate the customer service experience through amazing offers and utmost quality, through an array of discounts and facilities.”
OPPO claims to introduce face-to-face maintenance services in Bangladesh, ensuring maximum transparency by allowing users to view the entire process of maintenance for increased user satisfaction.
Besides it is the first mobile phone brand in the country to have launched mobile recording service in the customer service centers, where users can record the service provision process or request a service provider to record it for them.
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OPPO Bangladesh also provides “extended warranty and replacement” and “free warranty” service even after exceeding the initial warranty period to customers who could not claim it on time due to Covid-19 restrictions.
OPPO hosts ‘service day’
Leading smart device manufacturer and innovator OPPO has launched ‘Service Day’ to elevate its entire customer care experience.
The Service Day, a three-day long event, will be held from Tuesday to Thursday.
Customers can avail exciting service offers at their service centers as well as online platforms such as app, hotline, social media and website during this event.
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During the Service Day period, customers can enjoy a 10% discount on maintenance and the purchase of phone accessories.
Besides, Oppo is offering free labour costs, free protective film, free software upgrade, free phone disinfection service, and refreshments to guests visiting the service centres as well as customized solutions from service experts through Oppo’s hotline or website LiveChat whenever necessary.
Oppo has posted content on its official channels so that users can find support and get their problems solved via platforms such as apps, hotline and social media where the answers to the frequently asked questions or latest service information can be found.
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It also offers send-in repair services, where customers can submit an application online and send their mobile phones to the service centre for repairs while keeping a check on real-time progress.
Liu Feng, head of brand of Oppo Bangladesh Authorized Exclusive Distributor said, “As a brand, Oppo values user experience the most. We believe that through satisfactory customer service, we can truly make our users happy. Hence, we shall explore all possibilities and deliver high-quality services to our customers for days to come.”
Oppo has introduced a transparent service in Bangladesh called face-to-face maintenance services, providing maximum transparency as users can view the entire process of maintenance.
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It is the first mobile phone brand in the country to have launched a mobile recording service in the customer service centres, where users can record the service provision process or request a service provider to record it for them.
It has 22 customer service centres, 12 touch points and authorization centres, in addition to a total of 34 service outlets in Bangladesh.
Oppo Bangladesh also provides ‘extended warranty and replacement’ and ‘free warranty’ service even after exceeding the initial warranty period to customers who could not claim it on time due to Covid-19 restrictions.
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Oppo has recently won the Golden Globe Tiger Award in the Customer Service Excellence category, for exceptional customer service in Bangladesh.
OPPO to celebrate Eid with grand offers
OPPO Bangladesh introduced exciting offers for its customers to celebrate the spirit of Eid-ul-Azha with all its glory.
The offer went live on July 02 and is scheduled to run till July 9,. During the campaign period, customers can win exciting gifts and avail lucrative offers through lottery.
For purchase of any device among OPPO A16e, OPPO A16, OPPO A54, OPPO A76, OPPO A95, OPPO F21 Pro and OPPO F21 Pro 5G, customers will have a chance to win a Suzuki Motorbike, throughout the Eid offer period.
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Besides, customers can win exciting home appliances including fridge, microwave oven and coffee maker through lucky draw. They can also win Enco W11 TWS Headphones, up to 5000 TK cashback, Internet data bundle and 15% Extra SWAP exchange offer.
Moreover, customers who buy devices from the F21 Pro series (OPPO F21 Pro or F21 Pro 5G) will win a sure shot Gift Box consisting of exciting gifts.
To be eligible for these gifts and offers, customers will need to visit https://oppobangladesh.com/lottery/ and fill up the required boxes with relevant information, and click the green bar saying “Redeem Your Luck”. Customers from any region of the country can participate and avail these exciting offers.
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Liu Feng, Head of Brand of OPPO Bangladesh Authorized Exclusive Distributor, said, “As an effort to add a bit more excitement to the Eid celebrations, we have come up with these offers. We believe that our customers will truly enjoy the gifts along with their desired smartphone purchases.”
OPPO has recently introduced its latest addition to the F series of devices ,the OPPO F21 Pro 5G in the Bangladesh market. The OPPO F21 Pro 5G comes equipped with Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 695 5G Mobile Platform 6nm Chipset which supports super-fast internet 4G+. The device features an Ultra-Thin Flat Edge Retro Design and Dual Orbit Lights with a massive 4,500mAh battery and 33W SUPERVOOC flash charging.
Oppo to bring F21 Pro 5G to Bangladesh Thursday
Global smart device brand Oppo will launch the latest edition to its F series – F21 Pro 5G – in Bangladeshi Thursday with a lightweight design, comfort and durability.
F21 Pro 5G has used advanced colour, materials, finish (CMF) techniques.
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Complemented by a multi-texture splicing process, the phone comes with an Oppo Glow matte finish and refined look.
The device is also equipped with an industry-first Dual Orbit Lights design for adding a dreamy atmosphere to the back cover, according to a media statement.
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Winners of Oppo F21 Pro Backlight Sunset Selfie contest announced
Global smart device brand Oppo recently announced the winners of Oppo F21 Pro Backlight Sunset Selfie contest that started a few days ago.
F21 Pro comes with Sony's IMX709 selfie sensor and RGBW technology.
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During the Backlight Sunset Selfie contest, users were asked to capture a "perfect selfie" in a perfect sunset moment and submit their best selfies on the Oppo Bangladesh Facebook page.
The winners of the contest are Arifa Shobnom, ASM Shahriar Habib and Anika Nawar. They have received prizes, including dynamic headphones Oppo Enco W11 and an F21 Pro t-shirt signed by cricketer Shakib Al Hasan.
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Oppo, Google collaborate on Android 13 beta for Find N
Global smart device brand Oppo's first foldable flagship smartphone, Oppo Find N, is among the first smartphones to receive Android 13 beta.
The device was showcased at the Developer Keynote in a recent session of Google I/O.
Oppo recently announced that a developer preview of Android 13 beta, based on the company's Color OS operating system, is now available to download for Find N users in China.
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Android 13 beta is also available for global users of Oppo Find X5 Pro flagship smartphone.
"Find N represents a cornerstone in Oppo's innovative roadmap to empower users through technological advancement. Working with Google, we are proud to offer this combination of cutting-edge hardware and an unrivalled software experience to the burgeoning market for smartphones with unique form factors," said Pete Lau, Oppo's chief product officer.
Android 13 beta on Find N includes a range of new features that are tailored for the large display to further improve the efficiency for multi-tasking and the overall viewing experience.
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Oppo launches Eid campaign
Global smart device brand Oppo has come up with different offers on its smartphones ahead of Eid-ul-Fitr 2022.
Customers can avail of these offers till May 3 while buying Oppo smartphones from physical stores.
The buyers of Oppo F21 Pro will get gifts including a T-shirt, cap signed by cricketer Shakib Al Hasan and an F21 Pro back cover.
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Launched on April 10, the phone is now available at all outlets across the country at Tk27,990.
F21 Pro supports microlens up to 30x magnification for capturing images and videos, which allows users to take smartphone photography to new heights.
It has unique features on the front camera, thanks to IMX709 (Sony IMX709 selfie sensor co-developed by Oppo and Sony) and red, green, blue, and white (RGBW) sensor technology.
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With its eye-catching sunset-orange colour, F21 Pro complements the users' lifestyle by adding extravagance to any style.
The phone is also equipped with Qualcomm Snapdragon 6nm Octa-Core processor, 8GB RAM and 128GB ROM with Oppo RAM expansion technology with up to 5GB RAM expansion, 33W Supervooc charging with 4500mAh Battery, 6.4-inch 90Hz AMOLED Display and ColorOS 12 system.
Also, customers will get a T-shirt and a cap signed by Shakib on the purchase of Oppo A95.
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They will get a T-shirt while buying A76, A54, A16, and A16e.
Oppo F21 Pro now available across Bangladesh
Global smart device brand Oppo recently launched F21 Pro, with the "first Sony IMX709 flagship selfie sensor in Bangladesh."
Launched on April 10, the phone is now available at all outlets across the country at Tk27,990.
The buyers will get gifts including a T-shirt, cap signed by cricketer Shakib Al Hasan and an F21 Pro back cover.
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F21 Pro supports microlens up to 30x magnification for capturing images and videos, which allows users to take smartphone photography to new heights.
It has unique features on the front camera, thanks to IMX709 (Sony IMX709 selfie sensor co-developed by Oppo and Sony) and red, green, blue, and white (RGBW) sensor technology.
The RGBW pixel design accounts for crisper images and can increase light sensitivity by a few notches.
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With its eye-catching sunset-orange colour, F21 Pro complements the users' lifestyle by adding extravagance to any style.
The OPPO F21 Pro phone is also equipped with Qualcomm Snapdragon 6nm Octa-Core processor, 8GB RAM and 128GB ROM with Oppo RAM expansion technology with up to 5GB RAM expansion, 33W Supervooc charging with 4500mAh Battery, 6.4-inch 90Hz AMOLED Display and ColorOS 12 system.
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Oppo F21 Pro Review: Camera Phone Made in Bangladesh
The F series from Oppo has always been big on the front camera. Dubbed the “Selfie Expert”, this series of phones brought about a dynamic change in mobile self-shooting. The journey of the F series began in 2016 with the F1. Fast forward to 2022, Oppo had a grand launch of their latest F21 Pro devices in Bangladesh on 11th April. Currently, pre-orders are available with scheduled sales to start on 18th April 2022. Here is UNB’s detailed take on the Oppo F21 Pro.
Key Specifications of Oppo F21 Pro
Design and Build Quality
Beyond the obvious spectrum of the F21 Pro being a camera phone, there is also another aspect that makes it even more unique. The F21 Pro is the first device from Oppo that has been assembled in Bangladesh. It’s a testament to the development of the tech production infrastructure of Bangladesh and the first of many such initiatives to follow.
Moving onto the design and build, there are a few key changes this year. Oppo made a straight jump to F21 Pro from last year's F 19 Pro, skipping the 20 in between. So, what are the changes here?
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The most notable change is on the back and the camera module. The back features fiberglass leather, an enhanced variant of the usual leather which is touted to be more durable and long-lasting. The camera module features a more iPhone-like design with two large sensors and a smaller third one.
The frame of the device is made from plastic with a glass front. Ports and button selections are as usual with an addition of the secondary noise cancellation mic on the top. However, there aren’t any dual stereo speakers, only a single bottom-firing loudspeaker. This is a letdown considering the premium price of the device.
Overall, the build quality and design are definitely a notch up from last year with a few notable improvements and room for some more.
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Display
The F21 Pro sports an AMOLED panel on the 6.43-inch display panel. The FHD+ panel is just another usual AMOLED panel without any bells and whistles. However, one important feature of the display is the brightness.
The phone has a max brightness of 600 nits and a direct sunlight brightness of up to 800 nits. This makes the panel perfectly legible under any lighting condition. The viewing angles are also excellent with the panel. Overall, users will be getting a quality viewing experience here.
Camera
As mentioned before, the F21 Pro has always been a camera-oriented phone, especially the front camera. The main camera module on the back features a triple camera setup with a 64 MP f/1.7 wide-angle shooter. The other two accompanying lenses are a 2 MP microscopic lens and a 2 MP depth sensor.
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