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The Oppo Find N5 put a Mac in my pocket, and Apple needs to take note.
- Apple has not offered two-way control for iPhones and Macs for remote operation despite its security-first approach.
- Apple introduced iPhone Mirroring with iOS 18 and macOS Sequoia, but no equivalent exists for accessing and controlling Mac desktop on iPhone or iPad.
- Oppo's O+ Connect system allows seamless management of local smartphone files on PCs and offers remote PC control for Macs with Find N5.
- The Oppo Find N5 provides a suitable form factor for remotely controlling a desktop with a larger canvas and well-handled controls.
- The Oppo Find N5 includes features like a giant touchpad, full-fledged Mac keyboard, quick controls for Mission Control, Launchpad, and more.
- Remote accessing a Mac on a mobile phone using Oppo's system is reliable with Oppo ID account and O+ Connect download, requiring a stable internet connection.
- While using the remote access, performance may be affected by bandwidth limitations, with occasional cursor latency and jitters for compute-intensive tasks.
- There are technical snags like disabling Apple's Private Relay and issues with cursor recognition, but the platform supports preset tiling options.
- Oppo's technology shock of remote Mac access on an Android phone serves as a message to Apple about unlocking more potential in its hardware ecosystem.
- The O+ Connect platform is considered a stop-gap solution, hinting at Apple's capability to leverage its tech stack, talent, and intent for similar advancements.
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