OPPO and MediaTek Highlight New On-Device AI Features at MWC 2026
The Chinese tech firm OPPO unveiled new on-device AI advancements at Mobile World Congress 2026 in Barcelona. It presented these innovations in collaboration with MediaTek. At the event, the duo emphasized the significance of their collaboration, which is helping the world embrace the latest developments in the field of artificial intelligence through the latest smartphones. The focus of the event was the development of the latest AI phones, which will have the ability to process information quickly on the device itself.
New On-Device AI Features
The Chinese tech firm OPPO unveiled AI features powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 9500 chip at the event. Among the notable features is the AI Translate, which enables the user to translate information directly from the device. This offers better accuracy and smoother results, even when the network is poor. Another notable feature is the AI Portrait Glow, which helps the user to achieve sharper portrait photos in low-light conditions. These features are expected to arrive with the latest OPPO Find X9 Series via the upcoming ColorOS 16 update.
Omni Full-Modal AI Model
OPPO and MediaTek previewed Omni, the first full-modal AI model designed to run directly on smartphones. This technology allows the device to read its surroundings using voice, video, and text, making it easier to interact with the device.
The Find X9 Pro was also shown at the event, with the device’s camera with Hasselblad support and AI capabilities. The OPPO Reno15 Pro showed the AI capabilities of the device in terms of its camera.
Improved Cross-Device Connectivity with Quick Share
To improve connectivity between different platforms, OPPO introduced support for Android Quick Share. With this feature, users will be able to easily share files between OPPO devices and other devices running the operating systems iOS, iPadOS, and macOS, without the need for any other app. OPPO announced that the feature will begin rolling out to compatible devices via a software update in March.
Industry Recognition and Future AI Plans
The OPPO Find X9 Pro was recognized as one of the finalists in the GLOMO Awards under the “Best Smartphone” category. This shows the capabilities of the device in terms of performance, camera, and the presence of AI features. This also shows the kind of innovation that OPPO is bringing to the device. In the future, OPPO and MediaTek will continue to collaborate in the development of the AI features of the device in order to take smartphones to the next level in terms of speed.
