Highlights
- OPPO will focus on wide-screen smartphones and portable gimbal cameras in 2027.
- The wide-screen phone may sport an 81 mm-wide 6.35-inch 2K OLED display.
- OPPO’s Fuyao gimbal camera has hardware-level video stabilisation using a 3-axis mechanical gimbal.
OPPO is reportedly expanding its range for 2027 to redefine smart devices. According to leaks and industry rumours, the Chinese smartphone maker is shifting its focus to wide-form display designs. At the same time, OPPO is entering the standalone vlogging space with its first pocket-sized, 3-axis stabilised handheld camera, codenamed “Fuyao”, aimed at competing with the industry leaders DJI and Insta360.
OPPO’s 2027 Strategic Shift
As per tipster Digital Chat Station, OPPO is revamping its product line-up for 2027 with new form factors. Meanwhile, the Find X10 Ultra puts on hold as the company shifts development resources to wider displays and standalone imaging gear, where traditional smartphone upgrades have hit performance plateaus. This is part of a larger goal to drive user engagement via mobile productivity and handheld content creation.
OPPO’s First Wide-Screen Phone
OPPO could bring its first non-foldable, wide-screen smartphone in 2027
OPPO is reportedly finishing design work on its first non-foldable, wide-screen smartphone. The device is designed with an exceptionally wide aspect ratio meant to give a more comfortable horizontal layout for gaming, video consumption, and split-screen multitasking without needing a folding display. It represents OPPO’s bid to provide a different ergonomic experience to today’s tall and narrow mobile phones.
OPPO’s First Wide-Screen Phone Specifications (Expected)
Early prototype testing leaks highlights that the smartphone is designed for great performance and extended battery life. It has a 6.35-inch 2K LTPO OLED display with a 16:9 aspect ratio, and the narrow bezels and the body width are projected to be around 81 mm. The phone is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M CPU and has a dual 200MP primary and telephoto camera configuration. It is also likely to have a high-density battery capacity of 7,000 mAh to 8,000 mAh.
OPPO’s Fuyao Handheld Gimbal Camera Specifications
OPPO’s Fuyao is a compact, pocket-sized 3-axis motorised gimbal camera powered by a high-performance 3nm Snapdragon 8-series processor. The built-in high-speed Wi-Fi and Bluetooth enable instant file transfer, live remote preview, and mobile editing via OPPO smartphones. There is also an advanced 3-axis optical and electronic image stabilisation system designed for low-light vlogging and active tracking.
Oppo Fuyao Could Feature a 200MP Camera
Early reports highlight that OPPO’s Fuyao gimbal camera could feature a whopping 200MP camera sensor. For a pocket camera, this would be a huge improvement, allowing for ultra-sharp 4K crop zooms, better low-light performance and more detail than regular action and gimbal cameras.
Will Oppo’s Pocket Gimbal Camera Challenge DJI and Insta360?
OPPO’s Fuyao gimbal camera is positioned to challenge pocket camera leaders such as the DJI Osmo Pocket series and Insta360. OPPO is providing a strong, all-in-one option for vloggers and travel creators with high-resolution imagery, AI-assisted tracking and seamless smartphone connection inside an established tech ecosystem.
OPPO’s New Device Launch Timeline
The official launch details remain unannounced, but reports suggest that OPPO Fuyao Gimbal Camera could debut in late 2026 or early 2027, whereas OPPO Wide-Screen Phone is expected during Q1 2027.
