Oppo is expanding its quirky Bubble selfie screen to iPhone users, giving people a stylish new way to take better photos and add some personality to their phones. Originally launched as a magnetic accessory for Oppo phones, the Bubble is now officially getting iPhone compatibility. You can pre-order it now, with sales starting on July 6. It’s priced at 499 Yuan, roughly $70-75 USD.

So what exactly is it? It’s a small, thin circular AMOLED screen (about 1.73 inches) that magnetically sticks to the back of your phone. It shows a live preview from the rear camera, so you can frame your shots properly, check lighting, and get better expressions instead of struggling with the front camera. You can even trigger the shutter from up to 10 meters away wirelessly. The built-in 550mAh battery keeps it going for roughly 9.66 hours, and at just 27.5g and 7mm thick, it’s surprisingly lightweight.

Beyond the practical side, it also works as a fashion accessory. You can pair it with special cases and use it as a bag charm or decorative piece. The screen lets you set custom wallpapers, static or animated, so it can match your outfit or mood. Oppo calls this “Mag E-Badge” mode, basically turning it into a dynamic personal statement.

The Bubble was first introduced with Oppo’s Reno 16 series, which now supports the iPhone X and newer models running iOS 15.0 or higher. It uses a MagSafe-like magnetic attachment and comes with a companion app, which should make it pretty easy to use across ecosystems.

There are a few similar gadgets out there (like Insta360’s Snap), but Oppo’s version stands out with its thin design, solid wireless range, and strong focus on customization.

The OPPO Bubble is currently available in China for 499 yuan (around $70–75) and in select global markets.

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Oppo has announced a new accessory called the Oppo Bubble, alongside the Reno 16 series, in China, and it is designed to make selfies and group photos more convenient. The compact magnetic display attaches to the back of supported Oppo smartphones and brings a small secondary screen experience with customization and remote camera preview features. The company has also confirmed pricing, battery details, and compatibility information.

Oppo Bubble brings a magnetic secondary display experience

The Oppo Bubble is being marketed as a compact “playful selfie screen” and is the first magnetic circular secondary display launched by the company. It has a slim body measuring around 7mm in thickness and weighs about 27.5 grams, making it light enough to carry around or attach to a smartphone without adding much bulk.

On the front, the device gets a circular AMOLED touchscreen that can display static wallpapers, live photos, and videos. Users can personalise the screen with custom images, emojis, and decorative themes, allowing the accessory to double up as a design element on the rear panel of the phone. Oppo has also added carousel support for wallpapers and media playback on the tiny screen.

The accessory supports wireless remote camera preview functionality. This allows users to check framing, preview shots, and adjust angles while taking selfies or group pictures. Oppo says the Bubble can support wireless live preview from up to 10 metres away, which could help during long-distance shots or tripod photography. Users can also trigger photos remotely without needing to hold the smartphone.

Apart from attaching magnetically to the back of a smartphone, the Oppo Bubble can also work as a standalone hanging display accessory when paired with a compatible protective case. Oppo has included a 550mAh battery inside the device, and the pairing process does not require cables. Supported Oppo smartphones can detect and connect to the accessory automatically when brought nearby.

Compatible models currently include the Oppo Reno16 series, Oppo Reno15 series, Oppo Reno14 series, Oppo Find X8 series, Oppo Find X9, Oppo Find X9 Pro, and Oppo Find X9 Ultra, with more devices expected to receive support later. The accessory has been priced at CNY 499 (~$75).

What do you think about Oppo’s new Bubble accessory? Would you use a magnetic mini display like this for selfies or customisation?

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