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OPPO Announced Apex Guard, Reaffirming its Commitment to Next-Level Quality

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SHENZHEN, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 14 November 2025 – OPPO today introduced Apex Guard, a full technology suite designed to safeguard the user experience with unprecedented quality in hardware and software. The new concept marks OPPO’s latest step in redefining what consumers can expect from smartphones—moving beyond everyday use to cover extended product lifespans and raise industry standards to the next level.

During an exclusive behind-the-scenes event at OPPO’s global headquarters and R&D hub at the Binhai Bay Campus, OPPO unveiled its vision for next-level quality: embedding its commitment to quality into every step of the product development process, from early-stage research to full-device validation.

“Quality is the foundation of everything,” said Grus Shan, Director of Manufacturing at OPPO. “Through continuous breakthroughs in quality, OPPO is committed to protecting the freedom of every user on their journey in life. Quality isn’t just a feature, it’s the freedom to Make Your Moment.”

Raising Quality to New Heights with Apex Guard
Rooted in OPPO’s commitment to addressing genuine user needs with comprehensive solutions, Apex Guard is a technology suite that extends across all product lines, designed to elevate quality across three key dimensions:

Next-level quality beyond everyday use:
With fundamental breakthroughs in design, Apex Guard not only protects against unexpected situations like water exposure or accidental drops, but also ensures a seamless and effortless experience beyond everyday use. Through pioneering research in materials and product design, OPPO has developed materials like Ultra-High-Strength Steel and AM04 aerospace-grade aluminum alloy that withstand daily wear and tear and also introduced structural solutions like Armour Shield that deliver protection far beyond everyday expectations.

Next-level quality beyond product lifespan:
Apex Guard ensures next-level quality for a worry-free experience that truly stands the test of time. Through innovations like OPPO Silicon-Carbon Battery with customized spherical silicon-carbon material, which delivers long-lasting safety while extending the lifespan of the battery cell by an additional 400 cycles, Apex Guard enables OPPO devices to continue to perform like new for even longer.

Next-level quality beyond existing standards:
To ensure exceptional quality from the outset, OPPO collaborates with renowned international testing organizations including TÜV Rheinland, TÜV SÜD, and SGS, and holds its devices to standards far above the rest of the industry. OPPO devices undergo highly precise manufacturing processes across every detail and are subject to the most rigorous testing procedures. This includes multiple rounds of quality assessments for new materials and over 180 device tests from pre-R&D to the end of the product lifecycle. Beyond products, OPPO after-sales services also surpass industry standards, providing additional quality assurance throughout.

Rethinking Quality with Next-Level Software Smoothness
Recognizing that the smoothness of the user experience is one of the most direct ways in which users perceive smartphone quality, OPPO has also made software innovation an integral part of the Apex Guard suite to both enhance and extend this experience.

To ensure everyday smoothness, the All-New Luminous Rendering Engine in ColorOS 16 introduces the first Unified Animation Architecture for Android, delivering seamless app launches and smooth transitions across the entire system. For more demanding scenarios, Chip-Level Dynamic Frame Sync Technology within the All-New Trinity Engine helps the system respond in real-time to frame rendering when multitasking. Sensor-Offload technology meanwhile, leverages the powerful SoC to handle critical sensor tasks, significantly lowering total power consumption when recording 4K 60fps videos.

To further guarantee long-term performance, OPPO has introduced Instant Refresh into ColorOS 16 for entry-level devices, allowing users to reduce data fragmentation and optimize app permissions with just one tap. OPPO also conducts rigorous aging tests on devices by simulating long-term phone use over 48-, 60-, or 72-month periods, to ensure each device remains smooth and responsive after years of use.

As part of its focus on smoothness, OPPO has developed evaluation systems that quantify smoothness with measurable data. The OPPO Smoothness Baseline Test measures software performance across hundreds of real-world scenarios, while the industry-first Parallel Animation Standard 6 Zero (0 Lag, 0 Latency, 0 Flicker, 0 Crash, 0 Mislaunch, 0 Freeze) focuses on home-screen app launches and seamless transitions, setting a new benchmark for software quality across all devices, from the entry-level A Series to the flagship Find Series.

Binhai Bay Campus: The Home of OPPO Quality

As OPPO adds more facilities to Binhai Bay, the campus is set to benefit from improved scale and synergy, while access to more advanced equipment and centralized resources will allow OPPO to push its commitment to quality even further. The campus features a series of advanced laboratories—including a Materials Lab, Intelligent Terminal Testing Lab, Power Consumption Intelligent Lab, and Communication Lab—each conducting quality assessments from different perspectives to ensure dependable hardware and smooth software user experience.

 

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HUAWEI WATCH GT 6 Series Unveils Wheelchair Mode in Activity Rings for Inclusive Fitness

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MADRID, SPAIN – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 February 2026 – MadriHuawei is proud to announce an inclusive upgrade to the Activity rings feature of Huawei watches, marking a significant milestone in its commitment to using technology for the benefit of all. On November 29, 2025, Activity rings introduced Wheelchair mode, a feature designed exclusively for wheelchair users. Wheelchair mode empowers wheelchair users to track their daily activities by accurately monitoring their pushes. Activity rings have been meticulously redesigned with wheelchair users in mind. Enhanced icons, motivational messages, and optimized algorithms work together to provide a seamless, supportive experience—one defined by both precision and encouragement.
The Wheelchair mode is more than an isolated advancement; it is the culmination of Huawei’s long-term commitment to inclusivity and innovation in the health and fitness sector. Over the years, Huawei has steadily expanded its R&D investments in wearable technology, while consistently prioritizing accessibility and inclusive design throughout its product evolution journey. From health monitoring features like heart rate and SpO2 measurement to the development of specialized algorithms for wheelchair users, every step in the evolution of Huawei wearables reflects a dedication to transforming cutting-edge technology into meaningful health solutions. As a leader in technological innovation, we embrace our duty to empower all—not just the many, but the overlooked and the underserved—ensuring a future where every individual thrives in health, dignity, and vitality.

To further highlight the humanistic values behind this innovation, Huawei wearables has released a powerful documentary-style video titled “Rolling Ahead.” This video captures the inspiring journeys of multiple wheelchair users on the sports field. Through Huawei wearables, their efforts are translated into quantifiable health data, vividly demonstrating how technology can serve as both a witness and a companion to extraordinary lives.

From technical breakthroughs to emotional resonance, Huawei is redefining the boundaries of health and fitness. By integrating the real needs of specific groups into the core of technological evolution, Huawei wearables are evolving from a mere provider of health technology to a catalyst for equal social participation. This is more than just a product feature upgrade—it’s a tangible realization of the vision to “bring digital to every person, home, and organization for a fully connected, intelligent world.”

A new workout mode, Rolling, will be available at the end of December, with the latest HUAWEI WATCH GT 6 Series being the first to support it. This mode precisely tracks the frequency and number of wheelchair pushes, ensuring that every movement is accurately tracked.

Moving forward, Huawei remains committed to exploring the convergence of technology and humanity. By collaborating with more partners, Huawei aims to build a more inclusive and compassionate digital health future—one where technology truly serves the needs of everyone.

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Liquid Intelligent Technologies Announces Debt Repayment and Agrees New Credit Facilities

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Strategic Financial Actions Support Growth Ambitions Across Africa

Liquid Intelligent Technologies, a business of Cassava Technologies (www.CassavaTechnologies.com), has today confirmed the full repayment of its ZAR term loan and USD revolving credit facility.

These transactions, alongside the recent sale of a minority stake in a data centre subsidiary in South Africa, are part of a significant strengthening of our capital structure

In tandem with this repayment, Liquid has agreed $410 million in new ZAR and USD credit facilities from a syndicate of commercial and development finance lenders. Cassava Technologies is further reinforcing Liquid’s financial position by injecting $195 million in fresh capital into the business.

Commenting on these developments, Hardy Pemhiwa, President and Group CEO stated: “These transactions, alongside the recent sale of a minority stake in a data centre subsidiary in South Africa, are part of a significant strengthening of our capital structure as we position the Group for accelerated growth. Through our One Cassava ecosystem, we are delivering innovative AI, cloud, data centre, payments, and low latency broadband connectivity solutions to enterprise customers across Africa.”

Africa Data Centre Holdings (“ADCH”) remains a wholly owned subsidiary of Cassava Technologies as the minority stake sale was in the ADCH South Africa business.

Looking ahead, Liquid intends to issue a new $300 million bond to replace its existing $620 million bond in advance of its maturity in September 2026. This move will reduce Liquid’s overall leverage and further strengthen the company’s balance sheet.

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Cassava Technologies.

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SICPA secures major European award for United Kingdom (UK) Vaping Duty Stamps Program

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Swiss technology company SICPA (www.SICPA.com) secured a landmark traceability contract, in partnership with Spectra Systems Corporation’s subsidiary, Cartor Security Printers (Cartor), reinforcing its global leadership in secure track and trace (T&T) technology. The program will deliver robust traceability solutions to His Majesty’s Revenue and Customs (HMRC) for vape products in the United Kingdom.

Building on SICPA’s proven experience in deploying secure T&T systems for excisable products and leveraging Cartor’s advanced security printing capabilities, the consortium will deliver a robust solution combining banknote‑grade security features with state‑of‑the‑art digital systems to effectively combat the illicit trade of vape products.

Cartor is proud to work alongside SICPA to deliver this important program for HMRC

The solution will enable HMRC to support excise duty collection, enhance market compliance, protect consumers, and further strengthen its fight against illicit trade.

Following a multistage procurement process launched by HMRC in July 2025, the consortium was appointed upon detailed assessment of technical and financial submissions. The project will run for an initial five-year term, with an option for a further one-year extension. The system will be implemented in phases, beginning with a transitional duty stamp from April 2026, followed by an enhanced stamp supported by a full track and trace solution from October 2026.

Cartor will be responsible for the printing of tax stamps with the provision of core security features. SICPA will complement these with additional material and digital security features that further reinforce the system’s robustness, while also managing tax stamp coding and the track and trace software solutions. Its role also includes managing stakeholder and product registration, tax stamp ordering and payments processes, as well as data collection and compliance monitoring for HMRC across the vape products supply chain. SICPA’s advanced digital market intelligence capabilities will further enable the identification of suspicious patterns and potential fraud hotspots, while audit devices for enforcement authorities and consumer verification applications will support in tackling fraud and fakes.

“We are glad to support His Majesty’s Revenue and Customs in its mission to secure the market against illicit trade, building on decades of experience in excisable products secure traceability systems and the successes of our programs throughout the world,” said Philippe Amon, chairman and CEO of SICPA.

“Cartor is proud to work alongside SICPA to deliver this important program for HMRC,” said Andrew Brigham, Cartor’s managing director. “By combining our complementary strengths, this partnership delivers a trusted solution for our customer and the UK vapes market, while supporting the UK’s efforts to protect both public revenues and consumers.”

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of SICPA HOLDING SA.

 

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