ISSUE 71 • ANDROID ADVISOR 73You’re also able to use reverse charging on the
A9 for other devices, though this is not applicable
to all smartphones as does require an OTG cable
– which isn’t included in the box.
Software
You can use facial recognition to unlock your phone
but in all honesty, it’s not the most reliable biometric
solution out there. Depending on how I was dressed
or what angle I held the phone at affected the
likelihood of a successful unlock. This unreliability isn’t
a deal-breaker but just something to keep in mind.
There are a few pre-installed apps that seem
unnecessary, but nowhere near as many as brands
like Honor have – making it much easier to customize
your home screen to have exactly what you want.
Verdict
It’s hard to find a lot of things wrong with the Oppo
A9 (2020). The design is classy, the camera has
flagship features, the battery is humongous and the
display showcases videos and apps wonderfully. All
in all, you’d find it hard to believe that this is a phone
that’s going for just over £200. Combing through the
details, there are a few issues in terms of everyday use.
Fast charging would have been a nice feature and the
setup of the camera really needs refining to be simpler
and clearer for the user. Some of the pre-made filters
and modes could also be toned down slightly for less
of an unrealistic final effect.
That said, in comparison to something like the
Oppo Reno Z – which boasts an AMOLED display and