Oppo has launched the Reno 16 and Reno 16c in India, bringing a stronger focus on artificial intelligence alongside upgraded cameras, bigger batteries and refreshed hardware. The new phones are also the first Reno series devices to feature the AI Snap Key, a dedicated shortcut that works with AI-powered tools while introducing several photography and productivity upgrades.

Oppo Reno 16 specifications and features

The Oppo Reno 16 features a 6.32-inch 1.5K AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, up to 3,600 nits peak brightness and Crystal Guard protection. It is powered by the Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 chipset with up to 12GB LPDDR5X RAM and 256GB UFS 3.1 storage. The phone packs a 6,700mAh battery with 80W SuperVOOC charging.

Its triple rear camera setup includes a 50-megapixel Sony LYT-600 primary sensor with OIS, a 50-megapixel ultra-wide camera and a 50-megapixel 3.5x telephoto camera. A 50-megapixel front camera supports 4K video recording. Running ColorOS 16 based on Android 16, it also introduces AI Mind Pilot, AI Mind Space, AI Bill Manager and AI translation features with support for ChatGPT, Gemini and Perplexity.

Oppo Reno 16c: specifications and features

The Reno 16c gets a 6.57-inch AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 processor. It offers up to 12GB RAM and 256GB storage, while a 7,000mAh battery with 80W charging powers the device. The rear camera system includes a 50-megapixel main sensor with OIS, an 8-megapixel ultra-wide camera and a 50-megapixel 3.5x telephoto lens, paired with a 50-megapixel selfie camera. Both phones carry IP66, IP68, IP69 and IP69K ratings.

Oppo Bubble

Alongside the phones, Oppo introduced the Bubble accessory. It magnetically attaches to the smartphone and features a 1.73-inch AMOLED display that lets users preview shots using the rear cameras. It also works as a wireless camera remote and packs a 550mAh battery.

Price and availability

The Oppo Reno 16 is priced at Rs 61,999 (~$650) for the 8GB+256GB variant, while the 12GB+256GB model costs Rs 67,999 (~$713). The Reno 16c starts at Rs 46,999 (~$493) for the 8GB+128GB version, followed by the 8GB+256GB model at Rs 49,999 (~$524) and the 12GB+256GB variant at Rs 55,999 (~$587). Oppo has also introduced the Bubble magnetic camera companion at Rs 7,999 (~$84).

Pre-orders for the Reno 16 series are now open, with open sales beginning on July 9 via Amazon, Flipkart, the Oppo e-store and authorised retail outlets. Buyers can avail up to 10 percent instant cashback on eligible credit card and UPI transactions from select banking partners, exchange bonuses of up to Rs 5,000, zero down payment financing for up to 18 months, and 180 days of complimentary screen damage protection. Oppo is also offering the Enco Buds 3 Pro+ at 50 percent off with the Reno 16 series, while customers purchasing the phones with the Bubble accessory can choose between an 18-month zero down payment plan or a 10 percent instant cashback offer.

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While there won’t be as many new smartphones as we are used to seeing next month due to rising memory costs and the ongoing chip crisis, there are still a few exciting launches lined up for July 2026. Oppo will unveil its Reno 16 mid-range lineup, while Nothing is preparing to launch its Phone (4b) with cut-down specifications.

Samsung could release the next-gen foldable phones next month, while Motorola is reportedly looking to bring its Razr 70 foldable phones into the Indian market in the same month.

5 Best upcoming smartphone launches: July 2026 edition

1. Oppo Reno 16 series

Launch date: July 2, 2026 (confirmed)

Oppo is expected to unveil two phones in the Reno 16 series at the upcoming event: the Reno 16 and the Reno 16c. The former will be a compact, premium mid-range phone, while the latter will sit below it with a slightly larger form factor.

Oppo Reno 16

The Reno 16 is confirmed to have a 6.32-inch Full HD+ AMOLED screen with a 120Hz refresh rate and a peak brightness of 1800nits. It will also have a new AI Snap Key for quickly saving content to MindSpace, similar to OnePlus’s AI Plus Key.

The smartphone will offer a versatile camera setup, featuring a 50MP primary camera, a 50MP ultrawide camera, and a 50MP telephoto lens with 3.5x optical zoom. All three sensors can capture 4K video at 60 fps. The selfie camera also has a 50MP resolution.

The Reno 16 is said to be powered by the Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 chipset. It will reportedly have a 6700mAh battery with 80W fast charging support. Plus, it carries IP66, IP68, IP69, and IP69K ratings, ensuring great protection against water and dust.

Oppo Reno 16c

The Reno 16c is expected to be an affordable sibling, featuring a 6.57-inch AMOLED screen with a 120Hz refresh rate and 1400nits of peak brightness. It could be powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7300-Energy processor.

The smartphone is said to have a 7,000mAh battery with support for 80W wired charging. Like the Reno 16, the 16c also features the AI Snap Key, an aerospace-grade aluminum frame, and IP66/IP68/IP69/IP69K ratings.

2. Nothing Phone (4b)

Launch date: July 7, 2026 (confirmed)

Nothing Phone (4b) marks the debut of the company’s new “B” series. With this new product line, Nothing aims to bring its core user experience to a wider audience. The Phone (4b) will feature a compact Glyph Bar with five LED panels on the rear side.

The phone reportedly features a 6.7-inch AMOLED screen with a 120Hz refresh rate. Official teasers confirm that it will feature dual rear cameras, including a 50MP primary camera and an 8MP ultrawide lens. It’s said to have a 32MP selfie camera.

Leaked benchmark listings have revealed that the Nothing Phone (4b) will be powered by the Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 chipset, paired with 8GB RAM and up to 256GB storage. The phone is said to house a 5,400mAh battery with 50W fast charging support.

3. Galaxy Z Fold 8 series

Launch date: July 22, 2026 (expected)

New Galaxy foldables are expected to drop next month, but this time, Samsung may also introduce an “Ultra” model of its next-gen book-style foldable. So, we’re expecting three new foldables: Galaxy Z Fold 8, Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, and Galaxy Z Flip 8.

Galaxy Z Fold 8

The Galaxy Z Fold 8 may not look familiar to previous generations, as Samsung is reportedly shifting to a wider 4:3 passport-style form factor for this device. This decision is rumored to have been influenced by Apple’s decision to make its first foldable with the same form factor.

The Fold 8 is leaked to offer a 7.6-inch AMOLED screen, and the cover screen could measure 5.4 inches. It could be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, paired with up to 16GB LPDDR5X RAM and up to 1TB storage.

According to recent leaks, the Galaxy Z Fold 8 will have a dual rear camera setup, including a 50MP primary camera and a 50MP ultrawide unit. No 200MP camera this time. It may feature two 10MP selfie cameras, one on the cover screen and another on the foldable inner screen. The Fold 8 is expected to pack a 4800mAh battery with support for 45W wired and 15W wireless charging.

Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra

While the standard Fold 8 will have a wider form factor, the Fold 8 Ultra retains the previous-generation form factor, paired with more powerful hardware. According to leaks, the Ultra phone will have an 8-inch folding screen, a 6.5-inch cover display, and the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy at the helm.

The phone is said to feature a triple rear camera setup, including a 200MP main camera, a 50MP ultrawide unit, and a 10MP telephoto camera with 3x optical zoom. It will have a vapor chamber for cooling, and a 5000mAh battery with support for 45W wired charging.

4. Galaxy Z Flip 8

Launch date: July 22, 2026 (expected)

The Galaxy Z Flip 8 will launch alongside the new book-style foldable phones at the upcoming Galaxy Unpacked event. Leaks say the phone will have a 6.9-inch AMOLED main screen with reduced crease visibility, a 4.1-inch cover screen, and a 4,300mAh battery with support for 25W fast wired charging. It may also offer 15W wireless charging.

Samsung is expected to follow a dual-chip strategy for the Galaxy Z Flip 8: Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy for the US, Canada, China, and Japan, and the Exynos 2600 for India and other markets. It will reportedly feature a dual camera setup on the back, including a 50MP primary camera and a 12MP ultrawide unit. It may have a 10MP selfie camera.

5. Motorola Razr 70 series

Launch: July 2026 (expected)

Motorola is reportedly bringing the premium Razr 70 series phones to the Indian market in July 2026. The rollout will likely include the standard Razr 70 and the premium Razr 70 Ultra.

Motorola Razr 70

The Razr 70 foldable phone has a 6.9-inch AMOLED screen with a 120Hz refresh rate, Dolby Vision, and 3000nits of peak brightness. The 3.6-inch cover screen features HDR10+ and a 90Hz refresh rate. The device is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7450X chipset and offers a 4800mAh battery with 30W wired and 15W wireless charging support.

The smartphone has a dual camera setup, featuring a 50MP primary camera and a 50MP ultrawide unit. It also has a 32MP selfie snapper, but you can use the rear cameras for better quality shots.

Motorola Razr 70 Ultra

The Razr 70 Ultra upgrades to a much more powerful Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, paired with up to 16GB of RAM and up to 512GB of storage. It has a 7.0-inch main screen with a 165Hz refresh rate and 5000nits of peak brightness, and a 4-inch cover screen.

The rear camera setup includes a 50MP primary camera and a 50MP ultrawide shooter, the same as the Razr 70. However, the selfie camera resolution jumps to 50MP. The phone has a 5000mAh battery capacity and supports 68W wired and 30W wireless charging. It also supports 5W reverse-wired charging to power your accessories.

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The Oppo Reno 16 series, which includes the Reno 16 and Reno 16c, is set to launch in India on July 2, bringing a strong focus on AI-powered photography and content creation. Alongside upgraded camera hardware, Oppo has also introduced a new smart accessory called Oppo Bubble and several AI editing tools aimed at making photo and video creation easier. Read on to know what the Reno 16 series has to offer.

Oppo Reno 16 series camera specs, features

The Oppo Reno 16 features a camera setup comprising a 50-megapixel main camera, a 50-megapixel ultra-wide selfie camera with a 100-degree field of view, a 50-megapixel ultra-wide camera, and a 50-megapixel 3.5x telephoto portrait camera that delivers an 85mm equivalent focal length for natural-looking portraits with improved subject separation.

Both the Reno 16 and Reno 16c support 4K 60fps HDR video recording across the ultra-wide, main and telephoto cameras. The phones also introduce Natural Tone Imaging, which aims to preserve accurate skin tones across different complexions and lighting conditions. Other additions include 4K Auto Straighten video recording and Zoom Free Video for smoother zoom transitions.

The Reno 16 series also introduces AI Remix Collage, allowing users to combine photos, Live Photos and videos into a single collage without relying on third-party editing apps. Other software features include Pop Cam with nine camera styles, Popout 2.0 for enhanced cut-out animations supporting people, pets and objects, and Dual-View Video 2.0 for recording with both front and rear cameras simultaneously.

Oppo Bubble

Oppo also unveiled Oppo Bubble, its first smart camera companion. Weighing 27.5g, it magnetically attaches to the Reno 16 series and features a 1.73-inch AMOLED display that mirrors the rear camera preview. It also works as a Bluetooth remote with a range of up to 10 metres, packs a 550mAh battery, carries an IP54 rating, and supports custom pets, photos, live images and short videos for personalisation.

The Oppo Reno 16 series will make its India debut on July 2. More details, including pricing and availability, are expected to be announced at the launch event.

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According to reports, the Oppo Reno 16 lineup includes multiple models, such as the Reno 16c, Reno 16F, Reno 16 FS, Reno 16, Reno 16 Pro, and Reno 16 Pro Mini. However, among these, the Indian market is confirmed to receive at least two models as of now, the Reno 16 and Reno 16c.

Today, the brand released a press release to confirm details about the design and display of these models. Meanwhile, the Reno 16F, Reno 16, and Reno 16 Pro are scheduled to debut globally on June 25, while the India launch is expected to take place in early July.

Oppo Reno 16 series design and durability details

The Reno 16 series introduces a new visual identity centred around what Oppo calls India’s first HoloVerse 3D design. Available on the Starry White version, the finish creates a naked-eye 3D effect that makes a planet-like element appear suspended beneath the rear panel.

The effect changes depending on viewing angle and lighting conditions. Oppo says the design is achieved through a dual-layer optical structure combined with millions of precision microlenses. The lineup also incorporates a floating glitter effect and a redesigned camera ring for added depth. Buyers will be able to choose from Starry White, Twilight Violet, and Stellar Purple color options.

Beyond aesthetics, Oppo is highlighting durability as a key aspect of the Reno 16 series. The devices carry IP66, IP68, IP69, and IP69K ratings for resistance against dust, water immersion, splashes, and high-pressure water exposure. The Reno 16 also adopts an aerospace-grade aluminum frame that is claimed to improve structural strength and drop resistance compared to conventional plastic-frame smartphones.

Oppo Reno 16 display, dimensions, and AI Snap Key

The Reno 16 features a 6.32-inch AMOLED display with FHD+ resolution, a 120Hz refresh rate, and ultra-slim 1.6mm bezels that contribute to a 93.4 percent screen-to-body ratio. The Reno 16c arrives with a larger 6.57-inch AMOLED panel, FHD+ resolution, and a 120Hz refresh rate. Peak brightness reaches 1,800 nits on the Reno 16 and 1,400 nits on the Reno 16c for improved outdoor visibility.

Despite their large displays and camera systems, the Reno 16 measures 8.22mm thick and weighs 182 grams, while the Reno 16c comes in at 8.44mm and 195 grams. Another notable addition is the AI Snap Key, which debuts on the Reno series for the first time.

The customizable side-mounted button can launch the camera, flashlight, recorder, translator, and other functions. It also works with Oppo’s AI Mind Space platform, which integrates Gemini, Perplexity, and ChatGPT features for saving, organizing, and retrieving information more efficiently.

The brand is also expected to announce the Oppo Bubble accessory and the Enco Air 5 TWS earbuds alongside the Reno 16 and 16c.

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