OPPO’s F29 Series of smartphones goes above and beyond what smartphones in India offer today. In addition to impressive specifications, these smartphones are designed to keep up with the busiest members of India’s rapidly growing gig economy, which comprises millions of drivers, delivery partners, shopkeepers, and business owners. These durable handsets can deliver uninterrupted performance in the most demanding conditions while offering enhanced network reception.
The smartphones, with a starting price of INR 27,999 for the OPPO F29 Pro and INR 23,999 for the OPPO F29, can be purchased at the OPPO E-store, Flipkart, Amazon, and mainline retail outlets. The F29 Pro will be available from April 1st, and the F29 will be available from March 27th.
Let’s examine why the OPPO F29 Series redefines durability and battery performance, making it one of the best “Made in India” smartphones available today.
A Top-Rated Durable Champion
The OPPO F29 Series is a durable champion designed for Indian users, and the handsets are packed with features that help them navigate the hustle and bustle of daily life, from navigating traffic in the rain to making phone calls in places with unreliable network connectivity. Not only are the OPPO F29 and OPPO F29 Pro “Made for India”, but they are also “tested in India”, with ratings to prove their reliability. For starters, the handsets have been tested by SGS (Société Générale de Surveillance) in India for IP66, IP68, and IP69 ratings.
This means that the OPPO F29 and OPPO F29 Pro are resistant to as many as 18 liquids that you might encounter in day-to-day use such as rain, river, hot-spring water, ice or cold water, cleaning foam, muddy water, steam, dishwashing water, detergent water, and soap water. Whether you’re checking Google Maps for directions in the rain while delivering an order, or you accidentally drop your phone into a puddle, you can keep moving without worrying about your smartphone.
The OPPO F29 Series is also safe against several consumable liquids such as fruit juice, tea, milk, carbonated drinks, coffee, lemon water, coconut water, and beer. After it comes in contact with these liquids, the handsets are designed to remove any residual water inside the speaker area, by emitting a pulsating sound. This useful feature lets you get on a call with friends (or a customer) as quickly as possible, without having to manually wipe down your speaker!
In addition to dust and water resistance, the OPPO F29 Series has undergone 14 Military Standard tests, specifically MIL-STD-810H-2022. It’s ready to handle extreme temperatures, and mechanical shocks that would otherwise leave you with a brick, and rain, sand, and or humidity have no effect on the smartphone.
OPPO has also conducted over 150 ultra-strict reliability tests that involve dropping the F29 Series applying pressure to it, and checking its impact resistance. Thanks to its IP69 water resistance rating, it can withstand high-pressure, high-temperature water jets up to 80°C. While you might not experience these extreme conditions regularly, you can go about your daily tasks without worrying about working in areas with pressurized water, such as cleaning equipment.
Designed to Protect Your Hardware
In day-to-day use, you’d want a smartphone that is capable of handling a bit of rough usage, and the OPPO F29 Pro is designed to stay intact even if you give it a hard time. It has a damage-proof 360° Armor Body, with Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 that can handle unexpected drops and impacts. On the other hand, the OPPO F29’s display boasts Corning Gorilla Glass 7i protection to keep it safe from scratches. The rear panel on both phones is made from a high-molecular fiberglass material designed to look good even if knocked around.
OPPO has also equipped the F29 Series with Sponge Bionic Cushioning, which allows the handsets to absorb impacts, keeping the inside of your phone always protected. Meanwhile, the OPPO F29 Series also features raised corners that are designed to keep the screen safe from impacts. So even if you are using the phone while driving your bike and it accidentally slips from your hand, the OPPO F29 Series can withstand the challenge.
Even though the body of the handsets has an array of protection, most of us worry about the scratches on the camera module. Here we were pleased to see that, the OPPO F29 Series has a Lens Protective Ring made of strengthened glass. This should keep it safe from rough objects in your bag or pocket.
The structural integrity of the OPPO F29 Series has also been improved by 10 percent compared to its predecessor by using AM04, a high-strength, high-thermal-conductivity aerospace-grade aluminium alloy for the internal frame.
The durability features on this device both inside and outside alone make the device a preferred choice for those who are working long and difficult hours. The OPPO F29 Pro weighs only 180g and the OPPO F29 weighs as little as 185g, which makes them easy to carry while you’re on the go.
And if you are always on the go on your two-wheeler, you probably wear gloves to keep your hands warm, or for better grip. Thanks to the built-in Glove Touch Mode on the OPPO F29 series, you can keep using your smartphone without taking your gloves off. Meanwhile, the screen also works in wet conditions caused by rain, oil, or sweat, relying on intelligent anti-mistouch technology.
Goodbye Call Drops, Hello Network Boost
Have you ever wished that your smartphone offered reliable network connectivity when stepping into an elevator or when you are in a remote area? This is a necessity for delivery partners whose livelihood relies upon a stable network connection. The OPPO F29 Series might be the best smartphone you can purchase in its price segment, with a whopping 300% improvement in network connectivity over its predecessor making these devices the ideal choice.
Thanks to a new Hunter Antenna Architecture, the smartphone can deliver this massive network performance improvement, using the improved RF architecture design. The handsets are equipped with advanced network uplink and downlink enhancements, so you get faster download speeds and uninterrupted phone calls. For people on the move, this feature alone is crucial.
OPPO has also included a game-exclusive Wi-Fi antenna that can give you an advantage when playing games whether at home or on the move on your Wi-Fi network. Meanwhile, the company’s AI LinkBoost 2.0 technology optimizes your network connection, even when you’re in an area with unreliable network connectivity.
To top it all the Series has a TÜV Rheinland High Network Performance certification that gives you peace of mind while using the handset in an elevator, or in a remote area, as the handsets are validated to deliver a smooth network experience in almost any challenging scenario.
All-Day Battery Life
Battery life is another cornerstone of the OPPO F29 Series, and the handsets are designed to provide 5 years of durability for the Pro variant and four years of durability for the OPPO F29, thanks to the company’s self-developed bionic repair electrolyte technology. The Battery Health Engine also helps this longevity, preserving its capacity for up to 1,800 charging cycles, even with extended use. This takes away the hassle of changing the device frequently guaranteeing you long-term and stable battery performance.
If you forget to charge your wireless headset or any other important accessory, the OPPO F29 series has your back. Simply connect any device with a USB Type-C port to your OPPO F29 series, which offers reverse charging support for extra power on the go!
The OPPO F29 Pro has a massive 6000mAh battery and an 80W SUPERVOOC charger while the OPPO F29 has a substantial 6,500mAh battery, along with a 45W SUPERVOOC Flash Charger that gets you back in action within no time. It can charge the phone up to 15% in just 5 minutes, 45% in 20 minutes, and 62% in 30 minutes. You can top off your battery quickly when you take a short break, or go from 0 to 100% in approximately 54 minutes.
On the OPPO F29, the 84 minutes required for a full charge might not be as rapid as the OPPO F29 Pro, but it’s quite fast considering the large-capacity battery on the handset that keeps you going all day long.
If you’re always on the go delivering orders using quick commerce apps, the OPPO F29 series is equipped with an Outdoor Mode that offers super quick access to Swiggy, Zomato, and Blinkit. If you don’t have a headset connected to your handset, you can rely on Automatic Hands-Free calling, which boosts your call volume to the maximum so you can hear everything, even on a crowded street.
Reliable Performance and Camera, a Vibrant Display, and ColorOS15 add to the wow factor of the OPPO F29 Series.
Powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Energy chipset, the OPPO F29 Pro offers advanced AI capabilities that are enabled by the MediaTek NPU 655. You can also take advantage of accelerated gaming with the MediaTek HyperEngine optimizations. The handset also has a large 6.7-inch quad-curved AMOLED display with optimal eye comfort. You get a 50MP camera paired with a 2MP depth sensor and a 16MP selfie shooter.
On the other hand, the OPPO F29 features the Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 from Qualcomm, which can deliver high-quality HDR gaming while ensuring efficiency isn’t affected. The 7th generation Qualcomm AI Engine ensures reliable AI performance, like its more expensive sibling. It also sports a 6.7-inch AMOLED display and the same camera configuration as the OPPO F29 Pro.
Both phones run on ColorOS15, which is based on Android 15. OPPO has packed in several features with ColorOS15 including the useful AI Summary, a Screen Translator feature, and the AI Writer tool that can help you stay productive on the go. The camera also features an underwater photography mode, while ColorOS 15 includes AI-powered photography features such as AI Livephoto, AI Clarity Enhancer, AI Reflection Remover, AI Unblur, and AI Eraser 2.0. String on AI features enhances productivity and ensures an unparalleled camera experience.
If you’re looking for a reliable midrange smartphone, the OPPO F29 and OPPO F29 Pro deliver the best durability and performance in their price segment. They’re fully Made in India, tested in India to ensure that they’re durable, and offer enhanced signal reception and extended battery life – features that are designed for Indian users who are always on the go.
The OPPO F29 Pro is priced at INR 27999/29999/31999 for the 8GB + 128GB, 8GB + 256G, 12GB + 256GB variants, and the OPPO F29 is priced at INR 23999/25999 for 8GB+12GB and 8GB+256GB variants, respectively. Those looking to buy any of the variants can get up to 10% instant Cashback on SBI cards, HDFC Bank, Axis Bank, Bank of Baroda, and IDFC First Bank credit cards. Users can also avail no-cost EMI for up to 6 months and consumer loans for up to 8 months with Zero down payment schemes and get upto upto 10% exchange bonus.
