OPPO present the new version of OPPO Bubble Selfie Magnetic Screen November 16 at 7:00 p.m. The accessory will be shown simultaneously with Reno17 smartphones. Its price in China will remain at 499 yuan (about $75), the same price as the current model.
Bubble is a small additional display that is attached to the back of the smartphone using a magnet. It allows you to see the frame while shooting on the main camera, which is especially useful for self-portraits and group photos. The update will bring several software features, but no significant changes in the hardware part have been announced yet.
What’s new in OPPO Bubble
OPPO named the three main innovations of the updated accessory:
- Editing wallpaper — users will be able to change the image displayed on the additional screen.
- Taking group selfies — support for photos with several people in the frame.
- Improved preview — the ability to view images from the main camera in high quality.
The last function needs clarification. The first version of Bubble already supported the broadcast of the image from the main camera to the secondary display in real time. Therefore, it is still unclear how significantly the new regime will differ from the existing one. OPPO has also not announced any changes to the screen size, battery or magnetic mount. According to available data, the update focuses mainly on software features.
How the OPPO Bubble magnetic screen works
The first version of OPPO Bubble went on sale in China on May 25 with the series Reno16. The accessory is equipped with a round diagonal AMOLED display 1.73 inches and battery on 550 mAh. Its weight is approximately 27 g. The device is attached to the back of the smartphone using a magnet and transmits images from the main camera. The declared range of the wireless connection reaches 10 meters. Thanks to this, the user can set the smartphone at a distance, see the composition of the frame on the Bubble and take photos from unusual angles. It is also convenient for group shots when you want to get everyone in the frame.
Which smartphones does OPPO Bubble work with?
The first version of Bubble is not compatible with all OPPO phones. For its use, separate models of the series are required Reno14Reno15 or Reno16, and some Find X8 and Find X9 devices. An appropriate application is required to transfer the image. So far, the company has not clarified whether it will expand the compatibility of the updated version and whether owners of other smartphones will be able to use the accessory. There is also no confirmation on an international launch. The first Bubble model was sold outside of China together with the Reno16, in particular in Europe at a price of around 129 euros. For such an accessory, compatibility is of particular importance: even additional functions will not make it attractive to owners of smartphones that do not support connectivity.
When will the new OPPO Bubble be presented and how much will it cost?
The presentation of the updated Bubble is scheduled for November 16 at 7:00 p.m Chinese time. On the same day, OPPO is set to launch the Reno17 smartphones. The expected price of the accessory — 499 yuanor about $75. This corresponds to the price of the previous version in the Chinese market. So far, there is no information about global sales, the final list of compatible smartphones and possible changes in the hardware. It is these details that will be more important to buyers than cosmetic updates to the interface.
