Faster, Better, Premium @OPPOSouthAfrica Prepares to Upgrade Connectivity Locally

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Last year, global smartphone sales decreased by 5%, highlighting the complex impact that COVID-19 had on the general economy. As the world slowly acclimatises to the ongoing pandemic, smartphone sales are said to increase in Q1 of 2021. OPPO, which just last year launched in South Africa, has already sold thousands of handsets as of February 2021, and it shows no signs of slowing down, even during a pandemic.

Opulence by OPPO

OPPO which recently passed Huawei as the leading smartphone brand in China continues to converge between world-class technology that offers premium functionality at affordable rates. Coming to South Africa, OPPO saw the opportunity to leverage a unique ecosystem of a fast-developing country to further amplify its technological infrastructure.

“Our devices are developed to be tangible, changeable and powerful no matter the user or situation. Our A15 and A72 series are just the cusps of what we plan to offer locals in South Africa,” says Liam Faurie, Head of Go-to-market and Operations for OPPO South Africa.

As one of the global leaders in smartphone design and manufacturing, OPPO has placed a firm emphasis on developing technology that creates digital opulency. Whether it's the photography AI that specifically targets light and distortion when capturing images for studio-quality results or improving infrastructure to enable 5G connectivity, OPPO is dedicated to re-engineering the smartphone experience.

Premium, please

Since 2012, premium smartphone options have only increased and so have its price points. With smart devices built to do more but cost less, the market both locally and internationally has become competitive. OPPO promises its next range set to launch sooner than one might think will redefine the elements of any great smartphone including increased charging speeds, smarter partnerships with Google and Qualcomm and a design that refracts colour while remaining scratch-resistant.

“March and the following months are set to be our grandest yet for South Africa, as we look to bring global excellence to shores of home. We’re excited for what’s to come and can’t wait to see how everyone interacts with our latest offerings designed to make life better,” concludes Faurie.

OPPO hints at big plans on the verge for the South Africa market, stating that citizens can expect a wider product range that brings world-class technology at just a tap.

About OPPO

OPPO has been a leading global technology brand since 2004, dedicated to providing products that seamlessly combine art and innovative technology.

OPPO is on a mission to building a multiple-access smart device ecosystem for the era of intelligent connectivity. The smartphone devices have simply been a gateway for OPPO to deliver a diverse portfolio of smart and frontier technologies in hardware, software and system. In 2019, OPPO launched a $7 Billion US Dollar three-year investment plan in R&D to develop core technologies furthering design through technology.

Today, OPPO was ranked as the number five smartphone brand globally. OPPO brings the aesthetics of technology to global consumers through the ColorOS system Experience and Internet services like OPPO Cloud and OPPO+.

OPPO’s business covers 40 countries with over six research institutes and five R&D centres across the world, from San Francisco to Shenzhen. OPPO also opened an International Design Centre headquartered in London, driving cutting edge technology that will shape the future not only for smartphones but for intelligent connectivity.

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@HuaweiZA Partners with #DTPS for Their #SASeedsfortheFuture Program

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Leading ICT Solutions provider, Huawei, celebrated the send-off ceremony of their first Seeds for the Future students from South Africa, in partnership with the Department of Telecommunication’s and Postal Services (DTPS). The training opportunity has been awarded to 10 South African students who will receive international training through Huawei’s program in Beijing and Shenzhen, China.

Huawei’s Seeds for the Future Program is a globally recognised flagship social investment program that takes students from all around the world to receive ICT, at Huawei’s Shenzhen and Beijing branches. Every year, Huawei invites students to discuss future trends and show them how they can harness new opportunities. The name of the program represents Huawei’s desire to nurture promising young professionals with the aim to reach all countries they operate in. Huawei South Africa CEO, Mr. Steven Wu said, “It prides us to finally see this initiative kick-off in South Africa as well. The question often arose when this will happen for South Africa? We are glad that through our focus in investing in local institutions of higher learning, and our perseverance in strategic partnership with the DTPS, the breakthrough is in the horizon, and we wish our young talent returns with the required optimism and skills”

Over the past seven years, the program has been implemented in 67 countries and regions across five continents, benefiting over 15,000 students from 150 universities. More than 1,700 university students from around the world have taken a study trip to the Huawei headquarters, including more than 800 visitors in 2015. The beneficiary students are from various universities and universities of technology across South Africa, and are a vibrant mix of both male and female outstanding students. Tsholofelo Mashwabi, form Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University said, “It is not enough to be in the confines of a class room and lab when you aim to be a future leader in this ever evolving ICT space. I thank Huawei so much for offering me the opportunity to explore beyond boarders what the offerings of ICT are. I am truly excited about visiting China and getting a first world experience of ICT.”

The partnership between Huawei and the DTPS has been long standing and positively breaking barriers in the local ICT environment. This initiative is part of the roll out of the Cooperation Contract signed between both parties earlier this year, which centered on capacity building, the joint Innovation and Experience Centre, and skills training. Minister of the DTPS Dr. Siyabonga Cwele said, “We are committed as the government to see South Africa be globally competitive. There is no better place to invest then in our youth who are the future of this country. The seeds should remember that they carry the hopes and dreams of this nation. We thank Huawei providing this platform and for the partnership.”

No one can say for sure what the future information society will be like. Huawei remains optimistic by bringing together young people of different cultures and backgrounds. Several years from now, they will unleash their potential and contribute to global progress. “Huawei is committed to doing its part to shape the future. This is our most heavily invested CSR activity, and we will continue to invest in the program over the long term.” added Mr. Hu.
 

Through the Seeds for the Future program, Huawei seeks to arrange for students to study cutting-edge technologies such as 5G, LTE, and cloud computing, and offer those opportunities for hands-on practice in Huawei's most advanced labs. Also, this will help them learn more about Chinese culture and gain cross-cultural work experience in a global business environment. What makes this program unique is that it also offers first-hand learning opportunities through interaction with Huawei staff and visits to Huawei laboratories, where program participants can engage in hands-on practice and witness live demonstrations of the latest ICT technology.

The Chinese Economic and Commercial Counselor Mr. Rong Yansong said: “Thanks to SA government and the DTPS Minister himself for providing support to Chinese Enterprises in South Africa, the cooperation between China and South Africa will benefit the African continent and people, wish the students can be experience ambassadors on their return to SA.”

The learners are from the Tshwane University of Technology, Central University of Technology, Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University, Cape Peninsular University of Technology and the Durban University of Technology. They are third year or B-Tech students in Communications Networks, Information Technology, Software Development and Business Applications.Some African countries that have been part of the initiative include, Kenya Namibia, Botswana, Nigeria, Zimbabwe and Ghana. 

For more information, please visit Huawei online: www.huawei.com or follow on :
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