I tested the cell phone under 300 dollars with artificial intelligence that helps you write emails

The mid-range has always been an exciting segment in the mobile market in Europe. And many users want a smartphone located above the input devicesbut without spending a lot of money, and this type of mobile can bring a lot in this regard.

With the expansion and popularization of artificial intelligence, some manufacturers are striving to allow their users to take advantage of this technology without even having to download external applications for it, and OPPO is one of those brands. After announcing its new integrations, the company introduced the OPPO Reno 12 and OPPO Reno 12 FS.

At EL ESPAÑOL – El Androide Libre we tested this latest device, which arrives in a version with 4G and another with 5G for 279 dollars and 379 dollarsrespectively, and that in addition to a large screen and a battery more than enough to last the whole day, it offers useful functions such as the ability to write emails or any type of writing thanks to its artificial intelligence.

Robust design

For this OPPO Reno 12 FS, the company has chosen to include a circular camera module located in the center from the top of the device. This sits on a completely flat back with a matte finish that makes it look very clean. It doesn’t add too much thickness to the device.

The sides, as is the case on other mid-range devices, They are finished in glossmaking the grip more consistent, but causing a greater fingerprint footprint. Nevertheless, this gives it a very attractive appearance, which is also helped by the color gradients it is available in.

One of its positive points is that It has IP64 water and dust resistance

so it can be used in the rain, which its screen technology also helps with. The volume and power buttons are located on its right edge.

At the bottom are its USB Type C port and its speaker. To integrate the front camera, a hole in the screen has been chosen, which suits it very well and makes the experience more immersive. The phone seems slightly large, but remains comfortable to use.

Good screen

The screen is not really small, since it has a diagonal of 6.67 inches, which, added to its shape, makes it a large size. It is AMOLED technology, so it supports the always-on display function. Its resolution is Full HD +, which is expected and appropriate for a device of these characteristics and price.

Using it you can see that it is a fairly fluid screen, since it stops a refresh rate of 120 Hz or not with which the movement in the interface is perceived in a fairly good way. In compatible games you can also notice the difference compared to the 60 Hz mode.

Its maximum peak brightness is 2,100 nits, a fairly good amount that allows you to see the sun without any problem, which is especially appreciated on summer days, but also if it snows.

Overall, it’s a pretty good screen, ideal for those looking to consume a lot of multimedia content. It features Splash Touch technology, which the company says is able to improve the panel’s touch recognition when it comes into contact with liquids.

Great power

For everyday operation, the device is more than enough to allow you basic use of social networks, messaging and multimedia applications. In the same way, it is also capable of running a large number of games. In this sense, it must be taken into account that it is not exactly a gaming mobile, and that it can suffer when moving graphically demanding titles.

It has a Mediatek Dimensity 6300 processor that does a great job. However, the version with 4G connectivity is available with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 processor. In the model we tested, it comes with a generous amount of features. 12 GB RAMwhich will be more than enough to be able to perform several tasks at once without any problems. In addition, this can be extended through the use of virtual RAM.

Its storage is 512 GB, more than enough to not have to delete files for years

. The autonomy of the OPPO mobile phone is very good thanks to the 5,000 mAh it has. Its 45 W fast charge is enough to shorten this process by about an hour.

Artificial intelligence, key

Artificial intelligence is a fundamental element of this smartphone, because despite belonging to the mid-range segment, the Chinese firm has decided include various features that use artificial intelligenceand which are able to save the user a lot of work in many situations.

This description reflects in particular IA Writer, which can be used by displaying the quick access tab that must be manually activated in the additional settings of the mobile. Basically, its function is to help the user to write a textwhether it’s an email, a WhatsApp message or even the description of an image f or Instagram. It is even possible to choose the tone with which you want to write, which greatly facilitates the process of writing formal texts or complaints.

It also has another feature called AI Studio, in which it will be possible transform a user’s image to fit different scenes from which you can select. It is possible to put yourself in the shoes of an astronaut or a doctor, but also Iker Casillas, who has his own filter in the application. To use them, you will have to spend credits, but the company offers a certain number when you log in to this feature.

The mobile has Android 14 running under the company’s customization layer, ColorOS 14. Beyond these functions, it has other features through which it allows to take better control over the device, such as its intelligent assistance bar or its floating window options.

These are their cameras

It is not a mobile phone that stands out precisely for its photographic performance, although it cannot be said that it is bad either. The device has a 50 Mpx main camera accompanied by an 8 Mpx ultra-wide camera and a 2 Mpx macro camera. Its front camera goes up to 32 Mpxand it is true that it offers excellent results.

This one, which is the model with 5G connectivity, integrates an optical image stabilizer which makes the natural, unconscious movement of the hand when holding the device less noticeable in photographs and videos, resulting in fewer blurry photos.

In good light, this OPPO Reno 12 FS 5G is capable of taking fairly decent photos, although there are times when there is a certain lack of detailand dynamic range, which results in images that are quite saturated or sometimes lacking in color.

Should I buy it?

The first thing to keep in mind before thinking about whether or not to buy this mobile is that it comes in two versions. These only differ in their processor and the connectivity it offers them. On the one hand, the 4G model has a processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 and it has a price of 299 dollars.

On the other hand, the one with 5G, which is the one we tested, goes up the MediaTek Dimension 6300and is available for 379 dollars. This is a price difference of 80 dollars that everyone will have to see if it is worth having 5G. Regarding the features offered by this device, we can safely say that it has a good quality screen, ideal for watching series, movies or spending hours playing. Of course, you should keep in mind that some games with high graphic requirements can cost you a little.

Without a doubt, what is interesting about this mobile are its artificial intelligence functions. It is striking that more and more manufacturers are betting on including this type of possibilities in mid-range devices like this one. Beyond the curiosity of its face swap function, what can really make a difference is the writing assistant, since mixed with voice dictation, it can lead the user to easily ask IA Writer to take care of writing routine messages and thus not waste too much time with them.

As for photography, it is not a bad cell phone, but it is quite basic in this sense, since in the end it adds value in other ways. It is enough to take occasional and daily photos, and its front camera offers quite good performance.