OPPO Find N6: Is This the Foldable Phone Revolution?

Summary

OPPO's new Find N6 aims to eliminate the compromises that have plagued foldable phones, particularly focusing on a "zero feel" crease that's virtually undetectable. The phone features a re-engineered display with thicker glass and a new hinge mechanism using 3D liquid printing, aiming for exceptional flatness and durability certified for one million folds. It boasts a slim profile similar to last year's model, enhanced durability with impressive IP ratings for dust and water resistance, and a substantial 6,000 mAh battery, offering up to 1.5 days of use with 80-watt fast charging. While the camera system, despite retaining Hasselblad branding, still has limitations in extreme conditions and video recording, it outperforms rivals like the Samsung Galaxy Fold 7 in stills. A stylus, sold separately but with integrated charging and a case, adds productivity features, working on both the main and cover screens. OPPO's Color OS offers extensive multitasking tools like FreeFlow Window and Boundless View, though its iPhone-inspired design is noted. Despite some minor drawbacks like an outdoor screen dimness and absence of MagSafe, the Find N6 is highlighted as the most technically impressive foldable in five years, though its lack of North American and European release is a significant disappointment.