Oppo to Challenge iPhone with Foldable Phone Launch in 2026

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                            <p>Apple is preparing to launch its first foldable phone, reportedly named the iPhone Fold, later this year. However, the company will face stiff competition in the emerging foldable market, with Chinese manufacturer Oppo planning a significant challenge to Apple’s entry.</p>

According to a report from Smartprix, Oppo intends to release two foldable devices in 2026, one of which will directly compete with the iPhone Fold.

Oppo Announces Dual-Launch Strategy

Oppo’s strategy for the coming year centers around a dual launch, beginning with the Find N6. The device is expected to debut in China in February, with a global rollout following in March. Foldable phones represent a key area of innovation as manufacturers explore new form factors and user experiences.

The Find N6 is aimed at users prioritizing performance, and will be powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor, paired with a substantial 16GB of RAM.

The phone features an 8.12-inch LTPO OLED main display with a 2K resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate, alongside a 6.62-inch AMOLED external screen.

The design closely resembles its predecessor, the Find N5, and incorporates a triple-camera system featuring a 200-megapixel primary sensor, a 50-megapixel telephoto lens, and a 50-megapixel ultrawide lens.

Powering the device is a dual-battery setup with a combined capacity of 6000mAh, supporting 80W wired charging and 50W wireless charging. The phone is expected to weigh approximately 225 grams.

Find N6

Direct iPhone Rival in Development

Perhaps the most anticipated announcement is the Find N7, Oppo’s second foldable device. This model is slated to directly challenge the iPhone Fold upon its September release, coinciding with Apple’s launch event.

The Find N7 will retain the high-quality camera system and battery technology of the N6, but will adopt a wider, book-like design, echoing the form factor of the original Oppo Find N. This design choice aligns with expectations for Apple’s first foldable, which is also anticipated to have a similar shape.

Oppo has not yet disclosed the full specifications of the Find N7, but they are expected to be comparable to those of the Find N6.

Pricing information for both devices remains undisclosed, although the Find N5 launched in China for 8999 yuan. The iPhone Fold is currently projected to cost around $2400 in the United States.

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