OPPO has confirmed the launch of OPPO Reno13 series smartphone Reno13 and Reno13 Pro in India on January 9th, after teasing them last month.
The phones will integrate a comprehensive suite of artificial intelligence (AI) features designed to enhance both imaging and productivity. This launch aligns with OPPO’s commitment to increasing the accessibility of AI technology for smartphone users in India. The Reno13 series introduces advanced AI capabilities, positioning it as a leader in its price segment.
AI-Enhanced Photography
The Reno13 Series incorporates several AI-driven imaging enhancements:
- AI Livephoto: Utilizes generative AI to capture 1.5 seconds of 2K resolution video before and after the shutter is pressed. Users can select a single frame for stills optimized for the Reno 13 Series’ ProXDR display, supporting 1.07 billion colors. Granular adjustments, including retouching and custom watermarks, are also available.
- AI Clarity Suite: A collection of AI features designed to improve photo clarity.
- AI Clarity Enhancer: Improves detail in photos taken at up to 10X digital zoom, enabling detailed cropping without loss of sharpness.
- AI Unblur: Restores sharpness, color, and dynamic range in blurry photos.
- AI Reflection Remover: Eliminates reflections in photos taken through glass.
- AI Eraser 2.0: Removes unwanted objects or people from photos.
AI Portrait Enhancements
The Reno13 Series also features AI technologies that enhance portraits and group photos:
- AI Portrait: Recognizes up to 10 faces in a frame and enhances facial details using AI-Generated Content (AIGC).
- AI Night Portrait: Improves sharpness, reduces noise, and refines facial contours in low-light conditions.
- AI Clear Face: Uses OPPO’s proprietary AI model to generate high-definition details in portraits, ensuring a natural yet blemish-free appearance.
- AI Best Face: Automatically corrects closed eyes in photos using AIGC.
AI Studio App
The Reno13 Series includes the AI Studio app, powered by a proprietary large language model (LLM):
- AI Reimage: Offers 20+ templates to stylize photos while preserving the original image’s essence.
- AI Motion: Creates live photos from static images.
Camera Hardware
The Reno13 Pro features a triple rear camera setup:
- 50MP Sony IMX890 main camera with Optical Image Stabilization (OIS)
- 50MP JN5 telephoto camera with OIS, 3.5x optical zoom, and 120x digital zoom (enhanced by AI at 30X and beyond)
- 8MP OmniVision 08D ultra-wide-angle camera with a 115° field of view
Both Reno13 variants include a 50MP JN5 front camera. The series supports 4K Ultra-Clear video recording on both front and rear cameras, enhanced by a tri-microphone system and Audio Zoom.
Performance Powered by MediaTek Dimensity 8350
The Reno13 Series will be the first to utilize the MediaTek Dimensity 8350 chipset, built on TSMC’s second-generation 4nm process. This chip features MediaTek’s NPU, which delivers:
- 8x faster generative AI processing
- 2x improvement in compute tasks
- Support for up to 10 billion parameter LLMs
- 3.3x boost in AI performance
This results in a 20% performance increase and 30% lower power consumption compared to the previous generation. The Dimensity 8350 supports the Reno13 Series’ AI features and ColorOS 15. It also includes a Mali-G615 6-core GPU, offering a 60% boost in peak performance and up to 55% greater efficiency.
Additional Features
- AI Linkboost: Optimizes network usage for messages, photos, and videos.
- BeaconLink: Enables Bluetooth voice calls in non-network environments.
Generative AI for Productivity
The Reno13 Series incorporates GenAI assistants, powered by the Google Gemini LLM:
- Documents app: Features AI Summary, AI Rewrite, and Extract Chart.
- AI Toolbox 2.0: Includes AI Summary, Screen Translator, AI Writer, and AI Reply, accessible from a context-aware sidebar.
Specific AI Tools
- AI Summary: Condenses articles into key points.
- Screen Translator: Translates on-screen text.
- AI Writer: Assists with writing, editing, and rewriting content.
- AI Reply: Generates context-based replies in messaging apps.
Integration with Google Services
The Reno13 Series includes Circle to Search with Google and the Google Gemini app for enhanced productivity and creativity.
Durability Features
The series incorporates OPPO’s All-Round Armour Architecture, combining external protection with internal sponge bionic cushioning. Key features include:
- IP66: Dust and splash resistance
- IP68: Water resistance for up to 1.5 meters (tested up to 2 meters for 30 minutes)
- IP69: Resistance to high-pressure, high-temperature water jets (up to 80°C)
The Reno13 series will be available from offline stores as well after the launch, in addition to OPPO.com and Flipkart.