OPPO will get the first Gorilla Glass 6

With the second half of 2018 well underway, the next generation of phones are slowly coming out. However, amid talks of notches and new processors, we still don’t know who’s getting the next era of smartphone screens. That’s about to change.

In an official statement, Corning has announced the first recipients of the new Gorilla Glass 6 — OPPO.

Recently, Corning unveiled the Gorilla Glass 6 for release soon. The new screen features improved durability and versatility. Based on rigorous testing, it can supposedly withstand 15 drops from a meter in height. On its official unveiling, Corning did not announce which clients or phones will get the new screen.

Today, Corning’s announcement confirms the brand. However, the press release does not indicate which upcoming OPPO model will get the screen. Instead, the statement only mentions OPPO’s upcoming flagship “slated for release in the coming weeks.”

More than likely, this hint points to the upcoming OPPO F9 series. Recently, OPPO has teased the new lineup in a series of posters. Among other things, the teasers confirm a minimal notch, renewed water resistance, dual rear cameras, and a new Pro edition.

With Corning’s announcement, we can all but confirm that the OPPO F9 will carry the latest Gorilla Glass 6 — unless an OPPO R17 is also on the way. If Corning’s release promise within the next few weeks comes true, we can also expect the phone soon.

Traditionally, OPPO relies heavily on Corning’s Gorilla Glass offerings. The current-gen Gorilla Glass 5 graces OPPO’s recently launched phones like the OPPO Find X.

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