The Best Flip Performance That Redefines Smartphone Photography, Come Discover the OPPO Find N3 Flip

In the dynamic world of smartphone innovation, foldable flip phones are emerging as a promising technological frontier. These devices, distinguished by their flexible hinge designs, cover displays, and foldable screens, have piqued our curiosity as revolutionary marvels. And with the new OPPO Find N3 Flip, flip phones just became mainstream.

Before this, flip phones were plagued by issues ranging from a non-functional cover display to a visible crease in the unfolded screen, and often, subpar camera capabilities. The pursuit of the perfect flip phone remained unfulfilled until the arrival of the OPPO Find N3 Flip. The OPPO Find N3 Flip, with its pioneering triple camera stack with flagship quality lenses, vertical cover screen, and fast charging signals a transformative moment in foldable flip smartphones.

The OPPO Find N3 Flip is the complete flagship flip smartphone, setting new benchmarks and surpassing its predecessors. With it, users can finally experience the future of mobile technology without compromise, featuring a functional cover display, a cutting-edge camera system, and a seamless foldable screen that redefines perfection in smartphone design. This exceptional device combines innovation and excellence, proving that in the world of foldable flip phones, unparalleled quality is achievable.

Design: Function Marries Elegance

The OPPO Find N3 Flip represents a pinnacle of thoughtful design, achieving a harmonious balance between functionality and aesthetic appeal. Available in two captivating color options, Cream Gold and Sleek Black, this device immediately captures attention with its stylish appearance. However, it is the nuanced design elements that truly set it apart.

One striking feature is the vertical cover screen, which, at first glance, resembles a conventional smartphone display. Not only this it also helps in accommodating the largest battery on any flip. This design choice brings a substantial advantage - most apps and games can seamlessly operate on this cover screen by default. In contrast, other flip phones often grapple with non-standard, differently shaped cover screens, limiting their versatility. With a point to prove, OPPO has accommodated over 40+ popular apps such as WhatsApp, Gmail, Google Maps, YouTube, and more to work flawlessly on the cover screen. This achievement is a testament to OPPO's dedication to innovation and usability. Remarkably, this level of integration has been achieved without compromising on the camera sensor size or resorting to awkward placement, such as pushing the cameras into a corner or allowing them to disrupt the display.

It's also beautiful to hold. Its glass and metal casing exhibits graceful curvature for ergonomic comfort. The rear is fortified with Corning Gorilla Glass Victus, ensuring both a premium feel and durability. At the core, the phone employs aircraft-grade stainless steel, which not only enhances its drop resistance by 25% but also fortifies it against extreme temperatures. Furthermore, the device boasts IPX4 ingress protection, shielding it from everyday splashes and minor mishaps.

The Flexion Hinge, a fundamental component in foldable phones, has undergone meticulous refinement and enhancement. OPPO has secured the prestigious TÜV Rheinland Reliable Folding certification, indicating that it has been rigorously tested to endure a remarkable 600,000 folds. This equates to over 16 years of use, ensuring longevity and reliability.

Enhancing the phone's functionality is the introduction of the Alert Slider. This feature allows users to effortlessly switch between silent, vibrate, and ring modes without needing to visually inspect the device. Combined with clear and satisfying haptic feedback, this slider provides a seamless and intuitive means of controlling the phone's notification settings.

A lack of vibration indicates silence, a brief pulse of vibration signals the vibrate mode, and a prolonged vibration indicates that the phone is set to ring. This intuitive interface makes managing notifications a breeze, elevating the user experience to new heights.

Display: Functional, Vibrant, and No Crease!

The OPPO Find N3 Flip introduces a groundbreaking feature to the world of flip phones, setting a new standard with its 3.26-inch vertical cover screen. This innovation is not only revolutionary but also exceptionally versatile, making it fundamental to how the device is used. It can also host up to three widgets simultaneously, thereby providing quick access to essential information without the need to unfold the phone.

Moreover, it offers an option for an always-on display that extends across the entire screen, ensuring that users can stay informed at a glance. However, what truly distinguishes the Find N3 Flip is how seamlessly it mirrors the efficiency of the main screen, to make lives easier.

Furthermore, the Find N3 Flip empowers users with the ability to personalize their experience with widgets, 3D interactive pets, live weather wallpapers, GIF wallpapers, and editable cover screen styles. This level of customization not only enhances the user experience but also adds a touch of sophistication to the device's aesthetics.

The cover display is only the beginning. Once you flip it open, the inner screen takes the experience a notch higher with a near-invisible crease on the inner 6.8-inch display. The inner display is a marvel to look at. With a butter-smooth 120Hz refresh rate, and 900 nits peak brightness and HDR10+ certification, watching content on this screen is an experience in itself. The good part is that the inner display is also power-efficient with the ability to cycle between 1Hz-120Hz depending on the content on the screen. More than that, with 240Hz touch sampling rate, the Find N3 Flip does not shy away from an esports-grade gaming experience.

What makes this inner screen unique is the near-invisible crease that plagues most of the rival flip phones. It's honestly an eyesore, but thanks to the new Flexion Hinge, which shapes the screen into a perfect water-drop shape when closed, the inner display has a more subtle crease angle, offering a ripple-free glass experience.

Cameras: Flip Photography Extravaganza

The OPPO Find N3 Flip stands as an unparalleled milestone in the world of mobile photography, proudly claiming the title of being the industry's inaugural triple-camera flip phone. Developed in collaboration with the iconic camera brand Hasselblad, it represents the zenith of camera technology within the flip phone category, and its superiority is immediately apparent.

At the core of this groundbreaking camera system is the 50MP Sony IMX890 primary camera, now enhanced with Optical Image Stabilization (OIS). This primary camera exhibits a remarkable capability to capture images with vibrant and natural colors, all while boasting a nuanced and comprehensive dynamic range. In addition, the device boasts a 48MP Sony IMX581 ultra-wide camera, characterized by a broad 114-degree Field of View (FOV), rendering it adept at capturing intricate details even in the shadows while minimizing background noise.

What sets the Find N3 Flip apart is its pioneering 32MP Sony IMX709 telephoto portrait camera with 2X optical zoom. This revolutionary camera opens up new horizons in photography with virtually lossless hybrid zooming of up to five times, creating an extraordinarily versatile camera system that was previously unattainable in flip phones.

Moreover, the camera system's versatility extends to selfie enthusiasts, as this camera empowers users to unleash their creative potential through the innovative FlexForm camera, allowing for convenient previewing of photos on the cover screen and hands-free capture by simply waving a hand.

This versatility is further accentuated by the tripod-like stability the phone provides when partially folded, facilitating the capture of long-exposure shots, time-lapse videos, and much more. The Find N3 Flip leverages OPPO's Vitality Engine for image processing, which results in vibrant yet natural colors and an expansive dynamic range.

Furthermore, the camera system's tuning by the Hasselblad team brings exclusive features such as HNCS, XPAN classic retro style mode, and Master Style, enhancing the photographic experience and elevating the phone's capabilities to new heights.

Blazing 'Flip' Performance

At the heart of this flip phone is the flagship-grade MediaTek Dimensity 9200 chipset, which stands as the powerhouse driving this device. This chipset ensures not only swift and efficient operation but also noteworthy energy efficiency. Users can seamlessly multi-task across multiple apps, indulge in graphics-intensive gaming sessions, and even edit 4K videos without the slightest hint of delay.

The OPPO Find N3 Flip offers a level of smoothness and efficiency in daily usage that is truly remarkable. Its design and robust camera capabilities are seamlessly integrated with a performance foundation that is impeccably tuned, resulting in a device that exudes speed, finesse, and cool functionality.

Complementing this powerful chipset, the Find N3 Flip is equipped with a substantial 12GB of LPDDR5X RAM and utilizes UFS 4.0 storage technology. These cutting-edge components, combined with the main display's adaptive 120Hz refresh rate, come together to deliver a superlative flagship performance that sets a new standard in the realm of flip phones.

Battery life is an area where the Find N3 Flip truly shines. With a capacious 4300mAh battery, it boasts the largest power source ever seen in a flip phone. This battery endurance ensures that users can comfortably utilize their device for well over a day on a single charge, even with demanding usage patterns. To top it off, the device supports 44W SUPERVOOCTM fast charging technology, the fastest of its kind in the flip phone form factor.

A mere 56 minutes is all it takes to recharge the battery from 0% to a full 100%, offering an astonishing level of convenience. Even a brief 10-minute recharge can swiftly boost the battery to 21%, while a 30-minute charge effectively elevates it to 58%. This battery management prowess cements the Find N3 Flip as a true powerhouse, delivering not just top-notch performance but also unwavering endurance for the most demanding users.

Our Verdict

Rarely do we see an individual smartphone owning its segment with all-around capabilities that both address the flaws present in rival devices, but also push the bar and set a new benchmark for others to catch up to. The Find N3 Flip is a testament to how competitive the smartphone industry is, today. And in the race to be the best (not necessarily the first), the Find N3 Flip with its vertical cover display, flagship triple cameras, strikingly elegant design, and super-fast charging takes the prize of being the best Flip Phone Ever!

The OPPO Find N3 Flip is available in two colors - Cream Gold, and Sleek Black. The smartphone is priced at Rs 94,999 and with cashback and incentives it can be purchased at an attractive price of INR 82,999. It will be available for sale on Flipkart, mainline retail outlets and OPPO Store from 22nd October from 6pm. There are various offers that customers can avail while purchasing the device.

Offers:

Customers can enjoy a cashback of up to INR 12,000 and no-cost EMI for up to 24 months from ICICI Bank, SBI Cards, Bajaj Finserv, TVS Credit, Kotak Bank, IDFC First Bank, HDB Financial Services and One Card from mainline retail outlets and the OPPO Store. Customers purchasing via Flipkart can avail a 12-month no-cost EMI along with cashback of up to INR 12,000 from ICICI Bank, Axis Bank & Kotak Bank. Loyal OPPO customers can avail an Exchange Bonus of up to INR 8,000. Consumer can also avail a one-time screen replacement up to 6 months from the date of purchase; offer valid on purchases till October 29, 2023.

OPPO Premium Service Offer:

• Worry-free travel with international warranty rights on the Find N3 Flip.
• Refresh service allows users to replace their screen guard and back cover of Find N3 Flip, twice within the warranty tenure.
• OPPO has introduced EMI schemes for the service/repair of the Find N3 Flip. Customers will have the option to decide on EMI instalment and tenure at their convenience.
• In case of accidental damage, customers can avail a 15% discount on the first repair of the display (T&C apply).
• Users can avail one-on-one service online by connecting with OPPO experts via WhatsApp.
• Free pick-up and drop facilities are available across 25,000+ Indian pin codes with issues resolved within 72 hours of the complaint.
• Flash fix at select service centres promise a 2-hour repair for your flip device on selected issues.