Oppo A18 is launched
The A18 model, developed by the Chinese tech company Oppo, debuted after much anticipation.
Late in September, the Oppo A18 was launched globally, starting with its debut in the UAE. Fast forward a week, and the device has made its way to the Indian market. Positioned as an entry-level 4G smartphone, the Oppo A18 is essentially a pared-down version of the Oppo A58, given their similarities in design and chipset.
However, there are distinctive differences between the two models. The A18 comes with a slightly reduced display size, a camera with fewer megapixels, and less rapid charging capabilities. Delving into the specifics, the A18 is encapsulated in a plastic body, standard for many budget smartphones. It boasts a 6.56-inch LCD front display with an HD+ resolution of 1612 x 720 pixels, enhanced by a 90Hz refresh rate and a peak brightness level of 720 nits. A small dewdrop notch also adorns the screen.
Oppo A18 is launched
Under the hood, the device is energized by the MediaTek Helio G85 SoC, accompanied by LPDDR4x RAM and eMMC 5.1 storage. In terms of its operating system, it runs on ColorOS 13.1 based on Android 13. When it comes to capturing moments, the A18 is equipped with an 8MP primary rear camera and a 2MP depth sensor, while the front hosts a 5MP camera nestled within the notch.
Other notable features include a MicroSD card slot, a 3.5mm headphone jack, a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, and a USB Type-C port. On the connectivity front, the phone supports dual SIM, 5G, dual-band WiFi, Bluetooth 5.3, and GNSS. Furthermore, the device is IP54-rated, denoting its splash-resistant capabilities. To keep it powered throughout the day, the A18 is backed by a 5,000mAh battery.
For those interested in its price point in the Indian market, the Oppo A18 is available in a singular 4GB + 64GB memory variant, priced at ₹9,999 (approximately $120). Potential buyers can opt between two color choices: Glowing Black or Glowing Blue. The smartphone is currently available for purchase through various offline and online retail outlets in India.
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