OPPO Licenses Cellular Standard-Essential Patents to Audi for Connected Vehicles

December 10, 2025—Leading smart device company OPPO today announced the signing of a global patent licensing agreement with AUDI AG (hereafter referred to as Audi) to license OPPO's cellular standard-essential patents portfolio to the group, including 5G. Under the agreement, OPPO's cellular standard-essential patents will be licensed to Audi to support enhanced connectivity and user experiences in its global lineup of connected vehicles.

"We are delighted to collaborate with Audi through this patent licensing agreement," said Vincent Lin, Head of Patent Licensing at OPPO. "This partnership reflects the shared vision between wireless technology leaders and the automotive industry to advance seamless connectivity and drive cross-industry cooperation. It also demonstrates OPPO's ongoing commitment to the balanced and sustainable global IP ecosystem that encourages innovation and industry growth."

"Our agreement with OPPO demonstrates that licensing negotiations for Standard Essential Patents can be approached in a constructive and balanced way," said Michael Fritz, Chief IP Licensing Officer of Audi. It underscores Audi's commitment to valuing intellectual property and creating solutions that work for everyone involved, particularly enriching the Audi ecosystem and enhancing the offering for Audi customers.

This marks OPPO's third bilateral patent licensing agreement with a major automotive manufacturer, demonstrating the growing recognition of OPPO's cellular SEP portfolio in the automotive sector. According to LexisNexis® IPlytics, OPPO ranked eighth globally in overall 5G patent strength as of January 2025, underscoring the company's strong position in next-generation connectivity technologies.

As of September 2025, OPPO has filed over 117,000 patent applications and holds more than 65,000 granted patents globally. OPPO continues to invest in core technology areas including 5G/6G, artificial intelligence, charging, imaging, and video, reinforcing its position as a global leader in innovation and high-value intellectual property. Looking ahead, OPPO will continue to collaborate openly with industry partners to drive innovation across connected devices and mobility ecosystems.