Oppo is gradually revealing details about the upcoming Find X8 series of smartphones, expected to launch in China on Oct. 21. Today, Oppo product manager Zhou Yibao took to his Weibo handle to share fresh information about the Find X8 lineup. He also released a video to demonstrate the magnetic wireless accessories that the company will announce alongside the Find X8 lineup.
Oppo to launch several magnetic wireless charging accessories
Yibao revealed that the Find X8 series features 50W wireless charging across all models, along with reverse charging capabilities. He added that Oppo will introduce a range of magnetic wireless charging accessories, including ultra-thin magnetic cases, portable magnetic power banks, and 50W magnetic chargers. These accessories will be compatible with other brands, such as iPhones.
An upcoming Find X8 series phone can also be seen in the video at the 17-second mark. As can be seen, the X8 will need a special case to support snap-on magnetic wireless charging.
Yibao explained the importance of wireless charging by saying that it saw limited use previously, with daily active usage rates below 5 percent. This was due to the lack of applicable scenarios. However, the advent of new usage contexts, particularly in the automotive sector, has changed this.
Today, more than 50 percent of new energy vehicles (NEVs) come equipped with wireless charging pads in China. This trend is also spreading to new fuel-powered vehicles. At the same time, many owners of older cars are also retrofitting their vehicles with wireless charging capabilities.
Recognizing this shift, Oppo plans to include wireless charging as a standard feature across all future Find series models, including the Find N series. Alongside this, the company also aims to continue to expand its wireless charging ecosystem. Stay tuned for more updates and enhancements.
Therefore, it appears that apart from the Find X8, X8 Pro, X8 Pro Satellite Communication Version, and Find X8 Ultra, the Oppo Find N5 (OnePlus Open 2 for global) foldable phone will also have wireless charging. As per reports, the X8 Ultra and Find N5 / Open 2 are scheduled to debut in the first quarter of 2025.
The Oppo AirVOOC 50W magnetic charger (OAAWV08 model number) was recently approved by Malaysia’s SIRIM authority. This suggests that the Oppo may launch its magnetic wireless charging accessories in markets outside of China.
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