The month of September 2024 is set to bring a wave of exciting smartphone launches, with several major brands unveiling their latest innovations.
Apple is expected to lead the charge with the highly anticipated iPhone 16 series, promising new features and improvements. Motorola will follow with the Razr 50, a more affordable sibling to the Razr 50 Ultra, offering the iconic foldable experience.
Meanwhile, Huawei is set to introduce its groundbreaking ‘Tri-Fold Foldable’, pushing the boundaries of smartphone design. Additionally, the Redmi Note 14 series is expected to make its debut, catering to the mid-range segment with strong specifications and competitive pricing.
Let’s dive into the details of these upcoming releases and what they might bring to the table.
Upcoming Smartphones in September 2024
1. Motorola Razr 50
Motorola has confirmed the launch of the Razr 50 smartphone in India on September 9th, following the earlier release of the Razr 50 Ultra in China and globally.
This new model features the segment’s largest 3.6-inch external display with Corning Gorilla Glass Victus protection and IPX8 water resistance. The hinge is certified for 4 lakh folds.
The Razr 50 features a 6.9-inch FHD+ internal foldable pOLED screen with a 120Hz refresh rate and a 3.6-inch FHD+ outer pOLED screen that reaches up to 1700 nits peak brightness and 90Hz refresh rate. It includes added features like Google’s Gemini access, desk mode, and a vegan leather finish.
Powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7300X SoC, the device has a 4200mAh battery with 30W wired and 15W wireless fast charging. The dual-display setup supports HDR10+, 10-bit color, LTPO technology, and a peak brightness of up to 3000 nits on the main display.
The phone includes a rear camera system with a 50MP main camera featuring OIS and a 13MP ultra-wide/macro camera. The front camera is a 32MP sensor capable of 4K UHD video capture. For audio, it comes with dual stereo speakers, Dolby Atmos, Spatial Sound, and three microphones.
The device will be available on Amazon.in, motorola.com, and offline stores.
2. Realme Narzo 70 Turbo
Realme has confirmed the launch of its Narzo 70 Turbo smartphone in India on September 9th at 12:00 PM IST. The device will be powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Energy 5G chipset, which the company claims is the fastest in its segment with an AnTuTu score of 750,000.
The Narzo 70 Turbo features a performance-focused design, including a Motorsport-inspired back with a yellow vertical stripe housing the camera module. The front has a flat display with minimal bezels and a centered punch hole for the front camera.
Expected to come in four memory variants (6/128GB, 8/128GB, 8/256GB, and 12/256GB), the phone is rumored to have a 50MP main camera with EIS and an 8MP front camera, available in purple, yellow, and green color options.
3. Apple iPhone 16 Series
Apple is gearing up to launch its iPhone 16 series on September 9th.
The iPhone 16 is rumored to feature a 6.1-inch XDR OLED display, while the iPhone 16 Plus may sport a 6.7-inch screen, both with a 60Hz refresh rate and Dynamic Island. They are expected to be powered by the A18 chipset, with storage options ranging from 128GB to 512GB. The cameras might include a 48MP primary sensor and a 12MP ultra-wide-angle lens, and battery capacities are speculated to be 3561mAh for the iPhone 16 and 4006mAh for the Plus model.
The iPhone 16 Pro is anticipated to have a 6.3-inch XDR OLED display, while the Pro Max could boast a larger 6.9-inch screen. Both models are likely to be powered by the A18 Pro chipset, with storage options up to 1TB. Camera setups might include a 48MP primary sensor, a 48MP ultra-wide-angle lens, and a 5x telephoto lens. The battery capacities are expected to be 3355mAh for the Pro and 4676mAh for the Pro Max.
Both the Pro and non-Pro models will run on iOS 18 and pricing is expected to start at $799 for the iPhone 16 and $899 for the iPhone 16 Plus. The iPhone 16 Pro might begin at $1,099, while the Pro Max could start at $1,199.
4. Huawei Tri-Fold Foldable
Huawei has announced a product launch event for September 10th sparking anticipation about what might be unveiled. While the official event poster offers few details, speculation is rife that Huawei will introduce its first tri-fold phone. Richard Yu, CEO of Huawei’s Consumer Business Division hinted at a groundbreaking product, describing it as “the company’s most leading, innovative, and disruptive.”
Yu has been spotted with a tri-fold phone in public, and the event poster subtly features a silhouette of a tri-folding device, adding to the excitement. Leaked images suggest the phone will have a circular camera module, a slim profile when folded, and a 10-inch screen when fully unfolded. The design is expected to include inward and outward folding capabilities with a dual-hinge mechanism. The device is likely powered by the Kirin 9 series platform.
The live stream for the event is scheduled for September 10th at 14:30 (CST), and it will be available on Huawei’s official Weibo handle. All eyes are on Huawei as the company is set to reveal a product that could potentially redefine the foldable smartphone market.
5. Tecno Phantom V Fold 2, Phantom V Flip 2
Tecno is expected to launch upcoming foldable devices, the Phantom V Fold 2 5G and V Flip 2 5G globally in September. The devices were available for pre-order in Ghana from August 19 to 24, though the official launch date remains unannounced.
A recent leak revealed that the Phantom V Flip 2, a clamshell foldable, will be priced at GHS 9,800 ($626) for the 8GB RAM + 256GB variant, while the Phantom V Fold 2, a book-style foldable, will cost GHS 16,550 ($1058) for the 12GB RAM + 512GB version.
Though official specs are still under wraps, the Phantom V Fold 2 is expected to feature a 5,610mAh dual-cell battery with 70W fast charging, powered by the Dimensity 9000 Plus chipset.
The V Flip 2 is rumored to run on the Dimensity 8050. Tecno is positioning these foldables as more affordable alternatives to premium options like Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 6, which starts at $1800, and Motorola’s cheapest 2024 clamshell foldable, priced at $700.
6. Vivo T3 Ultra
Vivo is reportedly set to expand its T3 lineup with the introduction of the Vivo T3 Ultra in India. According to reports, the T3 Ultra will be powered by the Dimensity 9200 Plus chipset, making it more powerful than the Vivo T3 Pro, which uses the Snapdragon 7 Gen 3. The Ultra variant is expected to be priced around Rs 30,000 ($358), slightly higher than the Pro model’s starting price of Rs 24,999 ($298).
The T3 Ultra is rumored to feature an IP68-rated body, a curved-edge AMOLED display with 1.5K resolution, and 4500 nits of peak brightness. It will also sport an OIS-enabled Sony IMX921 primary camera. The device, with model number V2426, has appeared on Geekbench, confirming the D9200+ chip, 12 GB of RAM, and Android 14.
Interestingly, these specs are similar to those of the Vivo V40 Pro, though the T3 Ultra may lack the Zeiss optics found in the V40 Pro. While the report suggests an early September launch, it seems more likely that Vivo will tease the device for a week before its official debut.
7. Realme P2 Pro
Realme is gearing up to launch the P2 Pro in India, following the recent release of the P1 and P1 Pro. The P2 Pro has been spotted on the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) website, suggesting an imminent launch. While the listing doesn’t reveal any specs, a report hints at four storage variants: 8GB RAM with 128GB or 256GB storage, 12GB RAM with 256GB storage, and a top-tier model with 12GB RAM and 512GB storage. The phone is expected to come in Chameleon Green and Eagle Grey color options.
Pricing details are not yet confirmed, but it is expected to be priced in the sub-Rs 20,000 range, positioning it as a competitor to devices like the POCO X6 and iQOO Z9. The P2 Pro might share similarities with the recently released Realme 13 Pro, which features a 6.7-inch AMOLED FHD+ 120Hz screen, Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 chipset, and a 5,200mAh battery with 45W fast charging. However, these details are based on leaks and reports, so they should be approached with caution until Realme makes an official announcement.
8. Redmi Note 14 Series
The Redmi Note 14 5G is expected to launch in China in September 2024, with an India release likely in January 2025. Leaks have revealed several details, including its appearance on the radio certification platform in China and the US FCC site. The phone will reportedly run on HyperOS 1.0, feature Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and 5G support, and offer 33W charging, similar to the Redmi Note 13 5G.
The Redmi Note 14 5G is rumored to sport a 1.5K AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and a 50MP main rear camera, slightly lower in resolution compared to the Note 13 5G’s 108MP camera. It is expected to be powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ chipset, a lower midrange processor.
The series might include other models like the Redmi Note 14 Pro, which could feature a Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 chipset and 90W charging, and the Redmi Note 14 Pro Plus, rumored to have a Dimensity 7350 chipset and a 1.5K curved OLED display. These details are based on leaks, so they should be taken with caution until official announcements are made.
9. Xiaomi 14T Series
Xiaomi is preparing to launch the Xiaomi 14T series, including the 14T and 14T Pro, in September 2024. The Xiaomi 14T will feature a 6.67-inch 1.5K display, Dimensity 8300-Ultra processor, 12GB RAM, 256GB storage, and a Leica triple camera setup.
The Xiaomi 14T Pro will have the same display but with a more powerful Dimensity 9300+ processor, 512GB storage, and 50W wireless charging. Both models will have IP68 waterproofing and a 5,000mAh battery. Pricing is expected to be €649 for the 14T and €899 for the 14T Pro.
