Following weeks of rumors and leaks, the Vivo V29 series of smartphones has finally been launched in India. The lineup consists of the V29 and V29 Pro models. Both devices feature some similar specifications but some distinct differences, so here are all the details.

Vivo V29 Pro

Talking about the higher-end smartphone first, it sports a tall 6.78-inch AMOLED display that offers a Full HD+ resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, and a punch hole cutout. With the Vivo V29 series, the company aimed to offer a premium design that includes a metallic frame and glass back. The edges of the device curve from the back and the front. It weighs just 188 grams and measures around 7.46mm in thickness. Under the hood, the Vivo V29 Pro is equipped with the MediaTek Dimensity 8200 SoC that is paired with up to 12GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage.

The device runs on Android 13 OS based FuntouchOS 13 custom skin out of the box. On the back, the smartphone offers a triple camera setup that consists of a 50-megapixel primary camera that supports OIS (Optical Image Stabilization), a 12-megapixel portrait lens, and an 8-megapixel ultra wide angle lens. Meanwhile, the front houses a 50-megapixel camera for selfies and video calls. Other notable features include an in-display fingerprint scanner, Bluetooth 5.3, Ring shaped LED lighting, and a 4,600mAh battery pack that supports 80W fast charging.

Vivo V29

From the outside, the Vivo V29 appears nearly identical to the V29 Pro. So its display is also the same, sporting a 6.78-inch AMOLED display that offers 120Hz refresh rate, Full HD+ resolution, and a punch hole cutout. It features the same curved body with a metallic frame and glass rear panel, weighing just 186 grams and measuring 7.46mm in thickness. The key differences between the two devices can be seen in the internals. It is equipped with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G SoC that is paired with up to 12GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage.

On the rear, the smartphone offers a 50-megapixel primary sensor that supports OIS, an 8-megapixel ultra wide angle lens, and a 2-megapixel monochrome sensor. The front houses a 50-megapixel selfie camera on this model as well. Other notable features include an in-display fingerprint scanner, a 4,600mAh battery pack that supports 80W fast charging, Bluetooth 5.2, Ring shaped LED lighting, and Android 13 OS based Funtouch OS 13 custom skin out of the box.

Pricing and Availability

The Vivo V29 model is available in two storage configurations and three color variants, namely Himalayan Blue, Majestic Red, and Black. Similarly, the V29 Pro has also launched two storage options and two colors, Himalayan Blue and Space Black. So let’s have a look at its pricing:

Vivo V29:

• 8GB + 128GB – 32,999 INR (roughly $396)
• 12GB + 256GB – 36,999 INR (roughly $445)

Vivo V29 Pro

• 8GB + 256GB – 39,999 INR (roughly $480)
• 12GB + 256GB – 42,999 INR (roughly $516)

It is worth noting that V29 Pro can be pre-booked later today, with sales kicking off on October 10. The base model will go on sale on October 17. Both devices will be sold via the brand’s official website, Flipkart, Reliance Digital, and offline stores. The company is also offering a 3,500 INR instant discount for HDFC and SBI bank card holders. There is even a 3,500 INR additional exchange bonus. Offline buyers can see a 10 percent cashback, a 40 percent discount on V-Shield protection, and a 4,000 INR upgrade bonus. The launch of these phones arrives soon after the company announced the Vivo Y17s in India.

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Unlike the last few months, the smartphone launches in October are expected to be minimal. Only a trio of brands have officially scheduled events.

At the same time, only a handful of companies are rumored to debut new phones. These products range from budget to premium, such as foldables.

The most anticipated launch will be by Google. The search giant will be unveiling its next-gen flagship Pixel handsets.

Further, OnePlus is anticipated to take wraps off its first-ever foldable. Also, Huawei is expected to continue its smartphone launch spree.

With that out of the way, let’s have a look at all the phones that are either scheduled or rumored to be released in the forthcoming days.

Upcoming Smartphones in October 2023

Vivo V29 Series

The Vivo V29 series is set to launch in India on October 4. There will be two devices, namely Vivo V29 and Vivo V29 Pro.

The duo will be equipped with an autofocus-enabled 50MP selfie camera. They will also arrive with an Aura Light (ring LED flash) for the rear cameras.

The Pro variant will feature a 50MP Sony IMX766 primary sensor with OIS and a 12MP Sony IMX663 sensor paired with a 2x telephoto lens. It will draw energy from a 4,600mAh battery and carry support for 80W fast charging.

Samsung Galaxy S23 FE

The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE will be also unveiled on October 4. The successor of Galaxy S21 FE will be announced for multiple markets.

It will come with either  Exynos 2200 SoC or Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chip depending on the region. However, the rest of the specs will be the same across both variants.

The device will arrive with a 6.4-inch 120Hz AMOLED display, a 50MP (wide) + 12MP (3x telephoto) + 8MP (ultrawide) triple camera system, a 10MP selfie camera, IP68 rating, a 4,500mAh battery, and support for 25W wired as well as 15W wireless charging.

Google Pixel 8 Series

The Google Pixel 8 series is yet another smartphone lineup that is scheduled to launch on October 4. The series will consist of Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro.

Both the handsets will be powered by Tensor G3 chipset. They will be the first Android phones to be released with a promise of 7 years of software updates.

The Pro model will be the first Pixel to sport a 1-120Hz LTPO OLED display. It will be fitted with a 48MP 5x periscope camera and a 48MP ultrawide unit.

The Pixel 8 family is tipped to be $100 costlier than its predecessor. The vanilla and pro versions are said to retail at $699 and $999, respectively.

Huawei Nova 11 SE

The Huawei Nova 11 SE is expected to go official in the next few days. Though the company hasn’t hinted at anything officially, the product is listed on TENAA with entire specs and images.

The 4G-ony phone will be built around a 6.67-inch FHD+ 10-bit OLED display. An unnamed chip paired with 8GB RAM will be running it.

The device will arrive with a 108MP rear camera, a 16MP front-facing camera, and 66W charging support. It will boot HarmonyOS 4.0 and will be backed by a 4,400mAh (rated) battery.

OnePlus Open and Oppo Find N3

OnePlus has started teasing the launch of its first-ever foldable — OnePlus Open. This handset is expected to be sold as Oppo Find N3 in China.

As per leaks, the device will feature a boxy design. It will sport a 7.8-inch 120Hz 2K internal display and a 6.3-inch 120Hz cover screen. It will be equipped with a Hasselblad-tuned triple camera system featuring wide, ultrawide, and telephoto lenses.

The phone will be powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC. It will be backed by a 4,800mAh battery with support for 67W wired charging.

Oppo Find N3 Flip

The Oppo Find N3 Flip made its debut in China at the end of August as the brand’s second clamshell foldable smartphone. It is now being teased to launch in global markets.

The product could be released outside mainland China as early as this month. The device’s main highlight is its Hasselblad-tuned triple camera setup on the rear.

The Find N3 Flip is the only clamshell foldable to have a proper three-lens camera system featuring wide, ultra-wide, and telephoto lenses. Also, it is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 9200 chip.

Vivo Y200

The Vivo Y200 could launch in the next few days. All the key features of this handset have leaked recently.

The phone will be powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 SoC paired with 8GB RAM and 128GB storage. It will flaunt a 6.67-inch 120Hz AMOLED display with an in-screen fingerprint sensor.

The product will come with an OIS-assisted 64MP rear camera, a 16MP selfie camera, a 4,800mAh battery, and 44W charging support.

Tecno Spark 20 and Spark 20C

The Tecno Spark 20 series is rumored to go official either this month or next. Two devices are expected as of now.

The Spark 20 will be a higher variant equipped with a MediaTek Helio G85 chipset. It is tipped to come with a 6.78-inch HD+ display, a 50MP rear camera, a 5,000mAh battery, and 18W charging support.

On the other hand, the Spark 20C with a cheaper version powered by a MediaTek Helio P35 SoC.

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A great design and a good camera system can go a long way, and the Vivo V series is a prime example of this. While V series models may not be the absolute best Vivo phones (that title typically goes to the X series), they have gained significant popularity among global consumers. The current Vivo V27 is impressive with its sleek look, and the upcoming Vivo V29 is ready to build on that success.

The new lineup, which should include the Vivo V29 and Vivo V29 Pro, will launch on October 4. The new phones are supposed to bring some hardware improvements and essentially the same design as their predecessors. Ahead of the launch, we have gathered all the details about the two phones in this post right here. Let’s get to it.

Design and Display

Both the Vivo V29 and Vivo V29 Pro are expected to be stunning smartphones. The Pro model also features a neat hidden feature – a color-shifting back panel. This feature is not entirely new, as we have seen it in a few previous iterations as well. However, the vanilla model will be missing on it this time. Both devices will sport a dual-glass back with a plastic frame, similar to the V27 and V25 models. These smartphones are designed to be notably thin and lightweight.

They both have their sides curved towards the longer edges, which makes for a premium-looking curved shape. The Vivo V29 and Vivo V29 Pro will get a 6.78-inch AMOLED display, offering 1B colors and a 1260x2800px resolution. The device also brings a 120Hz refresh rate, HDR10+, 20:9 aspect ratio, 453ppi. The 10-bit panel also has an 80,000,00:1 contrast ratio and offers 1300 nits local peak brightness level as well as 2160Hz PWM dimming.

Other Specifications

In the hardware department, Vivo is opting for a MediaTek Dimensity 8200 SoC on the Vivo V29 Pro paired with 8GB LPDDR5 RAM and 512GB UFS 3.1 storage. The vanilla model has a Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G SoC, 12GB RAM (expandable to 20GB with Extended RAM), and 256GB storage. On the software front, both phones will boot Funtouch OS based on Android 13.

Both smartphones house a triple camera system on the rear. The setup on the Vivo V29 Pro comprises an OIS-assisted 50MP Sony IMX766V primary sensor, an 8MP Sony IMX355 ultra-wide unit, and a 12MP Sony IMX663 2x telephoto shooter. While the primary camera and ultra-wide shooter remain the same on the vanilla V29, Vivo replaced the telephoto shooter with a 2MP useless depth sensor. These cameras are paired with a regular dual-tone LED flashlight and a soft light on both phones.

For selfies, The Vivo V29 duo brings a 50MP Samsung JN1 sensor on the front. This camera supports autofocus. The selfie shooter on the Pro model might also come paired with two LED flashlights on either side. The connectivity options on the two phones could include dual SIM, 5G, WiFi 6, Bluetooth 5.3, GNSS, NFC, and USB 2.0 (Type-C). For biometrics, they both will use an in-screen fingerprint sensor. Both Vivo phones will likely be backed by a 4,600mAh battery with support for 80W fast charging.

Expected Pricing

The Vivo V29 and Vivo V29 Pro are set to debut as mid-range smartphones, but one should not expect them to be inexpensive. The Vivo V29 has already been officially released in the Czech Republic with a price of CZK 11,999 (~$526), although this price is likely to vary from region to region. People in India may see a lower price tag. As for the Vivo V29 Pro, it is expected to be rebranded as the Vivo S17 Pro, which starts at $435 in China. But again, this price is likely to differ in the global market.

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September has almost come to an end with a plethora of smartphone launches. However, new phone releases will continue to happen next month as well.

Three brands are expected to debut new handsets as early as the first week of October. Two of them have officially scheduled events, while one of them is rumored.

The companies that have planned events are Vivo and Google. The former will unveil upper mid-range smartphones and the latter will take wraps off its next-gen flagships. On the other hand, the rumored brand is Samsung, which will announce a flagship killer.

Let’s have a look at these devices one by one.

Upcoming Smartphones Next Week

Vivo V29 Series

The Vivo V29 series is set to go official on October 4 in India. It will be announced in a live stream scheduled for 12 PM IST.

The brand will unveil two devices, namely Vivo V29 and Vivo V29 Pro. Both phones will be equipped with a 50MP selfie camera with autofocus and a ring LED flash (Aura Light) on the rear.

The Pro model will come with an OIS-assisted 50MP Sony IMX766 primary sensor and a 12MP Sony IMX663 with a 2x telephoto lens for portraits. It will be backed by a 4,600mAh battery with support for 80W wired charging.

Google Pixel 8 Series

The Google Pixel 8 series will be officially presented on October 4. It will be made official at an event in New York, which will start at 10 AM ET and will be live-streamed on YouTube.

The lineup will include two models, such as Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro. The duo will be powered by Tensor G3 chip and will receive software updates for 7 years.

The Pro variant will offer better cameras like a 48MP ultrawide unit and a 48MP 5x periscope zoom unit. It will also sport an LTPO OLED display (1-120HZ refresh rate).

The Pixel 8 is tipped to cost $699, while the Pixel 8 Pro will retail at $999. These prices make them $100 costlier than their predecessors.

Samsung Galaxy S23 FE

Samsung is tipped to unveil the Galaxy S23 FE on October 4. This handset will act as the successor of Galaxy S21 FE and the third Galaxy S FE model to date.

The device will be powered by Exynos 2200 and Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chipsets depending on the markets it will be sold in. Its front will be fitted with a 6.4-inch 120Hz AMOLED display with noticeable bezels all around.

The phone will arrive with a 50MP (wide) + 12MP (3x telephoto) + 8MP (ultrawide) triple camera setup and a 10MP selfie camera. It will draw energy from a 4,500mAh battery with support for 25W wired charging and 15W wireless charging,

Finally, the product is expected to start from $599 in the US.

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Vivo has already teased the V29 series’ launch in India and it has been colloquially confirmed the lineup will debut on October 4. Reports have suggested the arrival of two new phones— Vivo V29 and Vivo 29 Pro. And now it has been revealed the Pro model is indeed launching on the same day as the standard version.

GSMArena has posted a press note shared by Vivo, which specifically mentions the Vivo V29 series is launching on October 4 at 12 PM. In addition, the outlet revealed Vivo V29 Pro will be announced on the same day and will be sold in the country through Vivo’s official Indian website, Flipkart, and offline retail stores.

The handset will be available in the country in three colors— Himalayan Blue, Majestic Red, and Space Black. And the red color also changes color. Vivo V29 Pro will also bring an Aura Light LED flash with color temperature adjustments as well as an India-exclusive Wedding mode photography feature.

The rear camera setup for the Vivo V29 Pro comprises a 50MP primary camera with OIS support (Sony IMX766) and a 12MP portrait camera (Sony IMX663) with 2x optical zoom capabilities. It is said to be offered with 8 or 12GB of RAM (with additional up to 8GB of virtual RAM) and 256GB of onboard storage.

Vivo V29 Pro should be powered by a 4,600mAh battery with 80W fast charging support, capable of reaching a 50% charge in just 18 minutes and a full charge in 50 minutes. The pricing details and the rest of the specifications are yet to be revealed.

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Vivo is getting ready to launch the V29 series smartphones in India on October 4. The series is expected to debut with a vanilla and a Pro model whose specs have already been leaked extensively. That being said, tipster Mukul Sharma has now leaked some hands-on images of these smartphones.

Earlier, Vivo confirmed that the V29 series will feature two interesting colors: a color-changing back design with Majestic Red and a 3D Particle back design with Himalayan Blue. Mukul has revealed that the Majestic Red variant changes its color to a dark blue/almost purple-like shade under direct sunlight.

As for the Himalayan Blue model, the 3D Particles on its back sparkle under light. This variant does not change its color.

Vivo V29 series specs

Leaked specifications and features of the Vivo V29 series include a 50-megapixel front-facing camera with a 93-degree field-of-view and eye-autofocus support, accompanied by an Aura Light LED flash with color temperature adjustments. An India-exclusive Wedding mode photography feature is also in the mix. The rear camera setup for the Vivo V29 Pro comprises a 50-megapixel primary camera with OIS support (Sony IMX766) and a 12-megapixel portrait camera (Sony IMX663) with 2x optical zoom capabilities.

In terms of RAM and storage configurations, the Vivo V29 offers two options: 8GB RAM with 128GB storage and 12GB RAM with 256GB storage. The Vivo V29 Pro, on the other hand, provides 8GB or 12GB RAM with 256GB storage, with the additional option of up to 8GB of virtual RAM. Powering these devices is a 4,600mAh battery with 80W fast charging support, capable of reaching a 50% charge in just 18 minutes and a full charge in 50 minutes.

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Vivo is all set to announce the Vivo V29 series of smartphones on October 4 in India. The lineup will include two models, the Vivo V29 and Vivo V29 Pro. The specifications of the vanilla model are known, as it has already launched in the global market. The V29 Pro, on the other hand, is said to be a rebranded version of the Vivo S17 Pro, which debuted in China earlier this year. A new report by TheTechOutlook has leaked the key specifications of the Vivo V29 series through leaked internal documents.

Vivo V29 series key specifications

The leaked documents show that the Vivo V29 series will have a 50-megapixel selfie camera with a 93-degree field-of-view and eye-autofocus support. The series will be equipped with an Aura Light LED flash with color temperature support. The V29 duo will come with support for an India-exclusive photography feature dubbed Wedding mode.

The Vivo V29 Pro’s rear camera setup will be equipped with a 50-megapixel Sony IMX766 primary camera with OIS support and a 12-megapixel Sony IMX663 portrait camera with 2x optical zoom.

The Vivo V29 will arrive in two options: 8 GB of RAM with 128 GB of storage and 12 GB of RAM with 256 GB of storage. On the other hand, the V29 Pro will come in variants of 8 GB of RAM with 256 GB of storage and 12 GB of RAM with 256 GB of storage. Both phones will come equipped with up to 8 GB of virtual RAM.

It appears that the V29 duo will house a 4,600mAh battery that supports 80W fast charging. This will be the fastest charging seen on a V-series phone. The leaked documents state that it can charge up to 50 percent in just 18 minutes and achieve a full charge in 50 minutes.

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In a recent teaser, vivo has stirred up excitement by hinting at the impending launch of the V29 series smartphones in India. These devices are the latest additions to the company’s popular V series, following the introduction of the V29 just a month ago.

While the teaser itself just mentions that the V29 series is “coming soon”. That being said, FoneArena has also spotted the phrase “Stay Tuned till We Meet on October 4,” which hints at an October 4 Indian launch date.

The teaser offers a sneak peek into the key features of the V29 series. The device will offer three color options: Himalayan Blue, Majestic Red, and Space Black. Notably, the Majestic Red edition features Color Changing Glass, meanwhile, the Himalayan Blue variant has something called the 3D Particle Technology.

It’s quite clear that the V29 series is all about photography as it includes an Aura Light LED on the back which adjusts the intensity of the light depending on the surroundings to deliver the best images in portrait mode. Additionally, Vivo is also adding the Indian wedding-style portrait mode to the devices. Let’s take a look at what else we know about these smartphones so far.

Vivo V29 series specs

The vivo V29 5G packs some impressive hardware under the hood, including a spacious 6.78-inch Full HD AMOLED display with a high refresh rate of 120Hz and HDR10+ support. Running on the Snapdragon 778G 6nm SoC, it promises snappy performance and is paired with 12GB of LPDDR4X RAM and storage options of 256GB or 512GB.

Photography enthusiasts can look forward to a versatile camera setup, featuring a 50MP primary rear camera, an 8MP ultra-wide sensor, and a 2MP camera complemented by the alluring Aura Light ring LED. On the front, the V29 boasts a 50MP autofocus camera for capturing stunning selfies.

Other notable features include an in-display fingerprint sensor, stereo speakers, and Hi-Res audio. The device is also dust and water-resistant with an IP68 rating.

Additionally, Vivo has confirmed that the V29 Pro features a cutting-edge 2x pro portrait camera equipped with a 12MP Sony IMX663 sensor, promising flawless edge detection and stunning background bokeh.

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According to a recent report, Vivo’s V29 5G series expected price and camera details in India have surfaced online. For those unaware, the company is preparing to launch its V29 5G and V29 Pro 5G smartphones in India. Numerous leaks about the devices have led us to believe that the official launch would be near the end of September 2023.

A recent report by MySmartPrice reveals that the price of the V29 5G series is said to be under Rs. 40,000 in India. The report also suggests that the upcoming Vivo V29 5G smartphone is expected to be launched with the ‘Majestic Red’ color variant (Inspired by India). On the other hand, the Vivo V29 Pro will be equipped with Sony’s IMX663 50MP primary camera sensor having a focal length of 50mm. It is worth noting that the company has yet to make an official statement regarding the release of these smartphones in the Indian market. Based on the timeline, we expect that the official announcement will occur shortly.

The Vivo V29 has already been released in the global markets. Those wondering what the hype is all about can check the specifications of these devices below.

Vivo 29 5G Specifications

The Vivo 29 5G comes with a 6.78-inch 1.5K AMOLED display and a high refresh rate of 120Hz. It is equipped with a 4,600mAh battery, which supports 80W fast charging, accompanied with a VC Bionic Cooling system to manage heat. Under the hood, the device is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G chip and 12GB of RAM. The smartphone operates on Android 13-based FunTouch OS (Operating System) with 256GB of storage.

Vivo 29 Pro 5G Specifications

A recent Geekbench listing indicates that the global model of Vivo 29 Pro features the Dimensity 8200 chip and could also come with a 4,600mAh battery. The device is rumored to have a 6.78-inch AMOLED display with a 2800 x 1260 pixel resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. We expect to receive more information on the devices before the official launch in India. So Stay tuned.

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After debuting the Vivo V29e smartphone last month, the brand is rumored to introduce the Vivo V29 5G smartphone soon. Now, a new report has revealed that not only the V29 5G, but also the Vivo V29 Pro is also coming to India this month.

As per a 91mobiles report, Vivo preparing to launch the V29 5G and V29 Pro 5G smartphones in India by the end of this month. According to the report, the upcoming Vivo V29 series of smartphones will be launched in India with a unique ‘Majestic Red’ color that is inspired by India. The devices are also expected to come with India-specific features, although these have not been specified yet. We could expect the Indian variants of the device to have slightly different specifications compared to the global models.

Vivo V29 & V29 Pro specs

The Vivo V29 5G boasts a spacious 6.78-inch 1.5K AMOLED screen featuring a high 120Hz refresh rate, capable of rendering 1.07 billion colors and supporting the DCI-P3 color gamut. Under the hood, it houses a Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G SoC, complemented by a generous 12GB of RAM, and ample 256GB of storage. Powering this device is a 4,600mAh battery, which supports rapid 80W charging and incorporates a robust VC Bionic Cooling System to efficiently manage heat. The phone operates on the FunTouch OS 13, based on Android 13.

In the photography department, you’ll find a versatile setup, including a 50-megapixel primary rear camera with OIS, an 8-megapixel ultra-wide lens, and a 2-megapixel depth sensor, accompanied by a ring LED flash. For capturing stunning selfies and facilitating video calls, there’s a high-resolution 50-megapixel front camera with autofocus.

On the other hand, the Vivo V29 Pro is said to be a rebrand of the China-exclusive Vivo S17 Pro, so we expect it to debut with a MediaTek Dimensity 8200 SoC paired with LPDDR5 RAM and UFS 3.1 storage. A recent Geekbench listing also reveals that the global model does feature the Dimensity 8200. It could also come with a 4,600mAh battery with support for 80W fast charging.

Up front, we can expect a 6.78-inch centered punch-hole curved AMOLED display with a 2800 x 1260 pixels resolution display with a 120Hz refresh rate. As for photography, the device will likely have three cameras on the back including an OIS-assisted 50MP Sony IMX766V primary sensor, an 8MP Sony IMX355 ultra-wide unit, and a 12MP Sony IMX663 2x telephoto shooter. Like the V29e, the device is expected to feature a 50MP camera that would appeal to selfie and vlogging enthusiasts.

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A new month is here and so is our monthly upcoming smartphone list. Just like August, September will also see countless phone releases.

Again like last month, the forthcoming handsets will be spread across different categories. There will be foldables, budget models, mid-rangers, and even flagships.

One of the important launches will be by Apple as the tech giant will unveil its next-gen iPhones. Further, Honor will re-enter the Indian smartphone market. It will also debut a new foldable in China.

At least 10 brands are anticipated to announce new phones. Unsurprisingly, the list includes all the major Chinese players, in addition to the only non-Chinese popular companies Apple and Samsung.

Let’s take a look at all the devices that are expected to be made official by these brands.

Upcoming Smartphones in September 2023

Realme C51

The Realme C51 is scheduled to launch in India on September 4. The device is already official in Southeast Asia.

However, it is not sure if the variant set to release in India will be the same. Because the recent C series models for the region are slightly different.

So far, the brand has confirmed that the product will feature a flat frame design. It will look like an iPhone Pro and will be available in a blue color option.

The handset will be equipped with a 50Mp rear camera. Finally, it will carry support for 33W charging.

Motorola Moto G54 5G

The Motorola Moto G54 is planned to go official in China on September 5. It will be unveiled in India a day later on September 6.

The official teasers from the brand have revealed key aspects of the product. It will be powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 7020 chip and will be backed by a 6,000mAh battery with support for 30W charging.

It will be fitted with a 6.5-inch FHD+ 120Hz display, an OIS-assisted 50MP rear camera, and a side-mounted fingerprint sensor. It is expected to start at ₹14,999 (~$180) in India.

Apple iPhone 15 Series

Apple has scheduled its annual iPhone launch event for September 12. The company has named the 2023 edition ‘Wonderlust’.

The iPhone 15 lineup will be unveiled at this conference. Just like in previous years, there will be four models, namely iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Plus, iPhone 15 Pro, and iPhone 15 Pro Max. The high-end ‘Pro Max’ variant could be called the iPhone 15 Ultra.

All four phones are anticipated to come with a dynamic island and a USB Type-C port. Additionally, the Pro models will feature a new action button, and the Pro Max will be equipped with a periscope zoom lens.

Mysterious Honor Foldable

Honor has scheduled an event in China for September 13. The brand has confirmed to unveil a new foldable at this conference.

Though we are only a few days away from the launch, we don’t know the actual name of this product. Leaks say that it could be either Honor Magic Vs 2 or Honor Magic V2 Lite.

The Honor Magic Vs 2 is rumored to be an outward folding device like the Huawei Mate Xs series. On the other hand, the Honor Magic V2 Lite is said to be the most affordable foldable smartphone to release this year.

Samsung W24 and W24 Flip

Samsung is set to take wraps off the new W series foldable phones in China on September 15. These handsets are expected to be called Samsung W24 and Samsung W24 Flip.

Similar to the previous W series handsets, they are anticipated to be rebranded current-gen Galaxy Z foldables from the company. So the W24 and W24 Flip will be essential premium versions of Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Galaxy Z Flip 5, respectively.

These devices will likely have additional design elements to differentiate themselves from the regular models.

Realme Narzo 60x

The Realme Narzo 60x is teased by the company to debut soon in India. It should go official within the next few days.

Going by the teaser render and the name, it could be a rebranded Realme 11x 5G. But it may or may not have some changes.

For the unaware, the Realme 11x comes with a 6.74-inch FHD+ 120Hz display (LCD), a MediaTek Dimensity 6100 Plus chipset, a 64MP rear camera, a 5,000mAh battery, and 33W charging.

Honor 90

The Honor 90 is expected to launch in India this month. The brand is yet to disclose the exact date, however, a leak suggests that it could go official on September 21.

This smartphone is already on sale in multiple markets. Therefore, everything about it is already known. But we cannot deny the probability of the Indian variant being slightly different.

Anyways, the handset arrives with a 6.7-inch 1.5K 120Hz curved OLED display, a Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 SoC, a 200Mp main camera, an in-screen fingerprint sensor, a 5,000mAh battery, and 66W charging.

Xiaomi 13T Series

Going by leaks and certifications, the Xiaomi 13T series could launch in September. The lineup will consist of Xiaomi 13T and Xiaomi 13T Pro.

Leaks suggest that the pro variant will be a tweaked version of the Redmi K60 Ultra with Leica-powered better camera hardware. Whereas, the vanilla model will not only have a downgraded camera setup without Leica processing but also a less powerful chip.

Either way, both phones will look identical in terms of design. Their looks will be based on the Xiaomi 13 series and the Redmi K60 lineup.

The Xiaomi 13T and Xiaomi 13T Pro are tipped to start from £549 and £699, respectively.

Tecno Phantom V Flip

The Tecno Phantom V Flip might debut in September. It will be the brand’s first clamshell foldable smartphone and could be more affordable than the competitors.

Its design will be unique as it will sport a 1.32-inch circular cover screen inside the camera ring. The device will be powered by a mid-range MediaTek Dimensity 8050 chip and will be backed by a 4,000mAh battery.

Most importantly, it will flaunt a 6.9-inch FHD+ vertical foldable display. Also, it will arrive with a 64MP + 13MP dual camera setup on the rear and a 32MP front-facing snapper.

Motorola Edge 40 Neo and Edge 2023

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo and Motorola Edge 2023 are anticipated to launch in September. The former will be a new product, while the latter is a rebranded Motorola Edge 40 for the US.

According to leaks, the Edge 40 Neo will come with a 6.55-inch FHD+ 144Hz pOLED display, a MediaTek Dimensity 1050 chip, a 50MP + 13MP dual camera setup, a 32MP selfie camera, an IP68 rating, a 5,000mAh battery and 68W charging support.

The phone is tipped to cost just £290 in the UK. Unfortunately, we don’t have pricing details for other regions.

Oppo A38

The Oppo A38 is tipped to launch in India in September. It will be a 4G-only budget smartphone.

As per leaks, the handset will sport a 6.56-inch HD+ 90Hz display (LCD) and an IP54-rated flat frame body. It will be powered by a MediaTek Helio G85 chipset and will be backed by a 5,000mAh battery.

It will arrive with a 50MP main camera, a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, a MicroSD card slot, and a 3.5mm headphone jack. In Europe, the device is said to cost €159 for 4GB + 128GB memory configuration.

Vivo V29 Series

The Vivo V29 series is tipped to launch in India soon. It could be unveiled in September at the earliest.

The V29 lineup currently consists of V29, V29 Lite, and V29e. The last model just got announced in India.

The region is due for the first two models and the impending pro variant. As of now, it’s not known which of these phones will be released in the country.

Going by the leaked render, one of them could be the vanilla V29. This device comes with a 6.78-inch 1.5K 120Hz curved display, a Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G SoC, a 50MP rear camera, a 50MP selfie camera with autofocus, a 4,600mAh battery, and 80W charging support.

OnePlus Open

The OnePlus Open was previously rumored to launch in August. Now, it seems like the product might go official in September.

It will be the brand’s first foldable smartphone. It is expected to be based on the unreleased Oppo Find N3.

The handset is said to come with a boxy design, a 7.8-inch 2K 120Hz internal foldable display, a 6.3-inch 120Hz external screen, a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip, Hasselblad-tuned triple camera system (including telephoto and ultra-wide lens), a 4,800mAh battery, and 67W charging support.

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Vivo has just introduced the Vivo V29e smartphone in India, which boasts a Snapdragon 695 processor and an impressive 50MP front camera. Interestingly, a recent leak from tipster Paras Guglani hints that the remaining devices in the V29 series might be on the horizon.

As per a recent tweet made on X, the Vivo V29 5G series is on its way to India and other global markets. This is in line with the brand’s earlier announcement stating that the Vivo V29 5G will be launching in more than 39 countries including India.

The Vivo V29 5G is already available in Czech Republic. So it’ll be interesting to see if the brand will be launching the rumored Vivo V29 Pro model alongside it. So far, the Pro model has cleared BIS certification, meaning that Indian authorities have greenlit its launch in the country.

Vivo V29 specs

The Vivo V29 5G features a 6.78-inch 1.5K AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, supporting 1.07 billion colors and DCI-P3 color gamut. It has a Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G SoC, 12GB RAM (expandable to 20GB with Extended RAM), and 256GB storage. The phone runs on a 4,600mAh battery with 80W fast charging and incorporates an ultra-large VC Bionic Cooling System for efficient heat management. It operates on Android 13-based FunTouch OS 13.

The camera setup includes a 50-megapixel primary rear sensor with OIS, an 8-megapixel ultra-wide lens, and a 2-megapixel depth sensor, along with a ring LED flash. For selfies and video calls, there’s a 50-megapixel front camera with autofocus.

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Vivo phones sold outside of China run Funtouch OS, which many users find to be lacking. In contrast, devices sold in China use OriginOS, a more polished software skin with smoother animations and enhanced privacy features. Vivo users outside of China have been clamoring for OriginOS to be made available on their phones, but the company seems to believe that Funtouch OS is a better fit for global users.

Daniel Goetz, a product manager at Vivo, echoed the sentiment in an interview with GSMArena. They said that Vivo is happy with the split between Funtouch OS and OriginOS, as Funtouch OS is more stable and “less flashy” making it a better fit for European users. OriginOS, on the other hand, is more feature-rich but also more bloated, and Vivo believes that it resonates better with Chinese users.

OriginOS is now in its third iteration. The latest version is more about performance and under-the-hood improvements. It brings intelligent and adaptive computing and bottom-layer scheduling among other interesting features. However, a majority of them almost never make it to Funtouch OS.

Goetz also confirmed that the newly launched Vivo V29 will get three years of software support. This includes two major Android updates and three years of security patches. While this is not a bad level of support, it is below what some other manufacturers offer. For example, OnePlus offers three years of major updates for its mid-range Nord 3 smartphone, and Samsung takes things a step further with four major updates for its Galaxy A34.

Vivo V29 brings an AMOLED display with a Snapdragon 778G processor. You can read all the details about the device here.

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The Vivo V29 Pro 5G was recently spotted on the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) certification platform, which hinted at its imminent launch. Now, the series base model, V29 5G, has also surfaced on the platform. So we can expect the upcoming V-series lineup to launch in the region soon.

Vivo V29 5G Specs

Looking at the certification listing, the new mid-range smartphone carries the model number V2250. The BIS certification does not reveal any finer details regarding the handset, but the V29 5G was recently released in the European market. The global variant of the device sports a tall 6.78-inch curved AMOLED display that offers Full HD+ resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, and HDR10+.

Under the hood, it is equipped with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G SoC that is paired with 8GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage. The rear packs a 50-megapixel triple camera setup, while the front houses a 50-megapixel selfie shooter with LED flash. A 4,600mAh battery pack powers this device, with 80W fast charging support. Vivo V29 5G runs on Android 13 OS based FunTouchOS 13 custom skin out of the box.

Other notable features include an in-display fingerprint scanner, stereo speakers with Hi-Res audio support, a 7.46mm thin body, IP68 water and dust resistance, and Bluetooth 5.2. With this latest sighting, it is clear that the V29 series launch in India is just around the corner. So stay tuned for more updates.

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Vivo V29 5G has been launched in Czechia. The device is now up for pre-order and will be up for purchase starting Aug. 15. The V29 is positioned above the V29 Lite 5G, which debuted in June in the same country with a price tag of CZK 8,499 (~$389) Here is a look at the specifications, features, and price of the V29.

Vivo V29 5G specifications and features

The Vivo V29 5G has a 6.78-inch AMOLED display with a 55-degree curvature on the left and right edges It offers a resolution of 1260 x 2800 pixels, a 120Hz refresh rate, and an under-display fingering scanner. It has a slim and sleek body, measuring only 7.46mm in thickness and weighing 186g,

The Vivo V29 is powered by the Snapdragon 778G chipset, 8GB RAM and a 4,600mAh battery that supports 80W fast charging.  256GB of storage. The device runs on Android 13 with a layer of FunTouch OS 13 on top.

For selfies, the Vivo V29 5G is equipped with a 50-megapixel front camera with autofocus support. The rear camera setup of the device comprises a 50-megapixel main sensor with OIS, an 8-megapixel ultra-wide lens, a 2-megapixel depth sensor, and a ring LED flash.

On the connectivity front, the phone offers dual SIM (nano-SIM + eSIM), 5G, Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.3, GPS, NFC, and a USB Type-C port. In addition, it has an IP68 rating, which protects it from dust and water damage.

Vivo V29 5G price and availability

The Vivo V29 5G is priced at CZK 11,999 (~$526) in Czechia and comes in two shades, such as Peak Blue and Noble Black. It will be available for purchase starting Aug. 15. During the pre-order period, which starts today and ends on Aug. 14, buyers of the V29 will get Vivo TWS 2 ANC TWS earbuds worth CZK 2,999 (~$137) for free.

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Smartphone launches will continue to happen in August, just like in July. A number of brands have confirmed to unveil interesting phones in the next few days.

Some of the companies have already revealed the dates for their new releases. While others have merely assured that they will be taking wraps off their latest devices.

We will be witnessing the launch of handsets across various categories. Even three foldables are expected from three different brands, namely Xiaomi, OnePlus, and Oppo.

The former two are also set to introduce affordable premium smartphones alongside Realme and Vivo. Further, Infinix and Tecno have planned to unveil handsets inspired by the Nothing Phone series.

With that out of the way, let’s take a look at the devices that are anticipated to go official in the coming days.

Upcoming Smartphones in August 2023

Redmi 12 5G

The Redmi 12 5G is scheduled to launch in India on August 1. It will be making its global debut in the country alongside the Redmi 12, which is already official in multiple markets.

The Redmi 12 5G for international markets is a rebranded Redmi Note 12R sold in China. Thus, everything about it is already known.

The phone will come with a 6.79-inch FHD+ 90Hz display (LCD), a Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 chip, a glass panel, a 50MP primary camera, a 5,000mAh battery, and 18W charging support.

Motorola Moto G14

Motorola has confirmed to debut the Moto G14 in India on August 1. As the name suggests, it is a budget 4G smartphone from the brand.

The device will arrive with a 6.5-inch FHD+ punch-hole display (LCD), a Unisoc T616 chipset, Dolby Atmos-supported dual stereo speakers, a 50MP main camera, a 5,000mAh battery, and 20W fast charging support.

It will be IP52-rated for splash resistance and will be sold in black and blue color options.

Infinix GT 10 Pro

The Infinix GT 10 Pro will be announced on August 3 in India. The handset will sport a design inspired by the Nothing Phone series.

The product will be built around a 6.67-inch FHD+ 120Hz AMOLED display on the front and a transparent panel on the back with LED lights. It will be powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 8050 SoC paired with LPDDR4x RAM and UFS 3.1 storage.

It will be equipped with a 108MP primary camera and a 32MP selfie camera. Finally, it will draw energy from a 5,000mAh battery and carry support for 45W fast wired charging.

Tecno Pova 5 Pro

The Tecno Pova 5 Pro is somewhat similar to the Inifinix GT 10 Pro in terms of design with its LED lights. However, it does not have a launch date yet though it is expected to debut in India first.

Also, we don’t have any info on its features as of writing this article. All we know is that it will come with five LED light effects, namely Soft, Racing, Dreamy, Breath, and Party.

The device will be accompanied by vanilla Tecno Pova 5, which is already official in some global markets.

Xiaomi Mix Fold 3

The Xiaomi Mix Fold 3 is confirmed to launch in China in August. The company has officially revealed that it will flaunt a Leica-tuned quad-camera system.

Thanks to leaks, we know a few things about Xiamo’s next-gen foldable phone. The handset will sport an 8.02-inch QHD+ 120Hz  main foldable display with a camera underneath it and a 6.56-inch FHD+ 120Hz cover screen.

It will be powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip paired with LPDDR5x RAM and UFS 4.0 storage. It will be backed by a 4,800mAh battery with support for 67W wired charging and 50W wireless charging.

Last but not least, the quad-camera setup is tipped to include a Sony IMX800 primary camera, an ultra-wide unit, a 3.2x telephoto snapper, and a 5x periscope shooter.

Redmi K60 Ultra

The Redmi K60 Ultra is expected to go official alongside the Xiaomi Mix Fold 3. Thus, we don’t have an exact launch date as of writing this article.

As per leaks, this product will be powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 9200 Plus chipset paired with LPDDR5x RAM and UFS 4.0 storage. It will be fitted with a 6.7-inch 1.5K 144Hz OLED display.

Last but not least, the smartphone is expected to be backed by either a  5,000mAh or a 5,500mAh battery with support for 120W wired charging.

Oppo Find N3 and OnePlus Open

The Oppo Find N3 and the OnePlus Open are anticipated to launch in August. Both devices are expected to be one and the same meant for different markets.

These foldables are said to arrive with an 8-inch 2K 120Hz main foldable display and a 6.5-inch 120Hz external screen. They will be powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 paired with LPDDR5x RAM and UFS 4.0 storage.

They will house a triple camera system on the rear comprising a 50MP Sony IMX890 primary sensor, a 48MP ultra-wide unit, and a 32MP periscope shooter. Finally, they will be backed by a 4,805mAh battery with support for 80W wired charging and 50W wireless charging.

Oppo A2

The Oppo A2 is expected to launch in China in August. It will be the successor of the Oppo A1 from earlier this year with a different design and upgraded specs.

The handset is tipped to sport a 6.7-inch curved display with an FHD+ resolution and 2160Hz PWM dimming. It will come with a new primary camera and a larger battery. Unfortunately, the exact camera specs and battery capacity are not known.

In terms of look, it will resemble the Huawei Mate 50 series with its giant rear circular camera island.

OnePlus Ace 2 Pro

The OnePlus Ace 2 Pro has been confirmed to release in China in August. It will be powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC paired with an industry-first aerospace-grade 3D cooling system with a total area of 9,140 sq. mm.

The phone will be fitted with a 6.7-inch 1.5K 120Hz OLED display. It will feature a 50MP main camera, a 48MP ultra-wide camera, and a 32MP telephoto camera.

It will also come with an alert slider and an IR blaster. Lastly, it will draw energy from a 5,500mAh battery and support 150W wired charging.

Realme GT 5

The Realme GT 5 is anticipated to release in August. It will come equipped with a 50MP Sony IMX890 primary camera, an 8MP ultra-wide unit shooter, and a 2MP macro snapper.

Under the hood, the device will house a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip paired with LPDDR5x RAM and UFS 4.0 storage. On the front, it will flaunt a 6.74-inch 1.5K 144Hz OLED display.

The handset will be available in 240W and 150W fast-wired charging variants with  4,600mAh and  5,200mAh batteries, respectively.

Vivo V29 Series

The Vivo V29 series is expected to launch in multiple global markets in August. The lineup will include at least two models, namely Vivo V29 and Vivo V29 Pro.

The Vivo V29 will come with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G Plus chipset, a 6.78-inch FHD+ 120Hz OLED display, a 64MP rear camera, and a 50MP selfie camera with autofocus. It will be backed by a 4,505mAh battery with support for 80W charging.

On the other hand, the Vivo V29 Pro will retain the same display, selfie camera, and charging speed. However, it will arrive with a MediaTek Dimensity 8200 SoC, a 50MP rear camera, and a 4,600mAh battery.

Samsung Galaxy F34 5G

Samsung has confirmed to release the Galaxy F34 5G in India soon. The smartphone is likely a rebranded version of Galaxy M34 5G.

Officially, the brand has revealed some features of the product. It will sport a 6.4-inch 120Hz AMOLED display with 1000 nits peak brightness level and Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection.

It will arrive with an OIS-assisted 50MP main camera. Finally, it will be fueled by a 6,000mAh battery with 25W charging support.

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The Vivo V29 series is expected to debut soon in multiple markets. The vanilla was spotted with model number V2250 in the Google Supported Devices list recently. Now, a listing of the phone has appeared in the Google Play Console. As usual, it has revealed the key specifications, including the processor of the device. In addition, the listing has an image that reveals its front and rear designs.

Vivo V29 Google Play Console listing

As per the Google Play Console listing, the Vivo V29 is powered by a Qualcomm chip that includes four Kyro 670 CPU cores operating 2.4GHz, four Kyro 670 CPU cores clocking at 1.8GHz, and Adreno 642L GPU. These details suggest that the device could feature the Snapdragon 778G chip. The listing further reveals that the device is equipped with 8 GB of RAM and Android 13, which is likely to be overlaid with FunTouch OS 13.

The image of the phone shown in the Play Console listing reveals that it has a curved-edge AMOLED display and a triple camera unit with a ring LED flash. It seems to be equipped with an under-display fingerprint scanner. The phone is equipped with volume buttons and a power key on the right.

The previously seen FCC listing of the device revealed that the Vivo V29 will pack a 4,505mAh battery and offer 80W charging. It will offer 5G and NFC, among other connectivity features.

It is speculated that the Vivo V29 could be equipped with a 50-megapixel front camera and an OIS-enabled 64-megapixel triple camera unit on the back. As far as the display of the V29 is concerned, the V29 may feature a 6.78-inch AMOLED panel that offers an FHD+ resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate.

Excited about the Snapdragon 778G-powered Vivo V29? We want to hear your thoughts! Share your opinions and expectations about the Vivo V29 in the comments below.

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Vivo is likely to launch the Vivo V29 series in different markets soon. One of the markets that is expected to receive it either by the end of this month or early in August appears to be Turkey. In the past few days, Vivo Turkey has released a couple of teasers for the upcoming V29 series. The latest teaser shown below has seemingly revealed the design of the Vivo V29 and V29 Pro.

Vivo V29

In the teaser released by Vivo, the rear designs of the Vivo V29 and Vivo V29 Pro seem to have been revealed. The device features a primary snapper positioned in the top camera ring, and a second camera ring houses two additional cameras along with an LED flash. This design is likely to belong to the Vivo V29 model.

As per recent reports, the Vivo V29 will be equipped with a 6.78-inch AMOLED FHD+ 120Hz screen, a 50-megapixel selfie camera with autofocus support, and an OIS-enabled 64-megapixel main camera on the back. The device is expected to arrive with the Snapdragon 778G Plus chipset, 12 GB of RAM, 256 GB of built-in storage, and a 4,505mAh battery with 80W charging.

Vivo V29 Pro

The other model that features a triple camera unit with a ring LED flash appears to be the Vivo V29 Pro. According to reports, the Pro model could be equipped with a 6.78-inch AMOLED FHD+ 120Hz display, a Dimensity 8200 chipset, 12 GB of RAM, 512 GB of internal storage, and a 4,600mAh battery with 80W charging.

The phone may come equipped with an autofocus-enabled OIS 50-megapixel front camera and an OIS-enabled 50-megapixel (main) + 12-megapixel (telephoto) + 8-megapixel (ultra-wide) triple camera system. Both phones are expected to run on Android 13 and FunTouch OS 13. Speculations are rife that the V29 Pro could be a rebranded version of China’s Vivo S17 Pro.

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The Vivo V29 has just been spotted on another certification website. The device was previously spotted on the SIRIM and NBTC databases. And now, it has even surfaced on FCC as well, which has revealed its key specifications.

Vivo V29 5G key specs revealed via FCC

Looking at the FCC listing, the upcoming smartphone carries the V2250 model number. The database reveals that the device will feature 5G and LTE networking, along with Bluetooth and NFC support. Notably, the FCC sighting has even confirmed that the new Vivo V29 5G will be powered by a 4,505mAh battery pack that will support 80W fast charging from its charging brick that has the V8073L0A0 model number.

These were all the details that were found in the FCC certification listing. But looking at our previous report, the Chinese smartphone maker’s V29 model is expected to sport a tall 6.7 inch OLED display. This panel will offer Full HD+ resolution and offer high 120Hz refresh rate. Under the hood, this device is expected to be equipped with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ SoC that will likely be paired with up to 12GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage.

Other notable features include Android 13 OS based Funtouch OS 13 out of the box and OIS (Optical Image Stabilization) support from its 64 megapixel primary rear camera. This is all the information we have at the moment, so stick around for more as we will be providing updates when additional information is available regarding this smartphone.

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June was a slow month in terms of smartphone launches. On the other hand, July will be completely opposite.

More than 10 brands have confirmed to release new phones in the next couple of weeks alone. Most of these handsets fall under mid-range and affordable premium categories.

But we will also witness the launch of some foldables and premium phones. The majority of these products will be announced in China with some of them making their debut in multiple international markets.

So it’s not surprising that most of these brands are Chinese, such as iQOO, Red Magic, Honor, OnePlus, Oppo, Vivo, Ralme, and Infinix. Anyways, we will also new devices from non-Chinese brands, like Samsung, Motorola, and Nothing.

Let’s check out all the handsets that are expected to release in the coming days.

Upcoming Smartphones in July 2023

Motorola Razr 40 Series

Motorola unveiled the Razr 40 series in early June. These clamshell foldables are on sale in multiple countries for quite a while. They will be debuting in India on July 3.

The lineup includes two products, namely Razr 40 and Razr 40 Ultra. The former is currently the most affordable foldable smartphone on the market. While the latter has the largest cover screen.

As per an accidental promo by Amazon, the Razr 40 Ultra could start at ₹59,999 in India. This price tag may be inclusive of offers.

iQOO Neo 7 Pro

The iQOO Neo 7 Pro is scheduled to launch in India on July 4. As the name suggests, it will be a better version of iQOO Neo 7 from earlier this year.

As per teasers and leaks, the device will come with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 chip, an OIS-assisted 50MP Samsung ISOCELL GN5 primary camera, a 5,000mAh battery, and 120W fast-wired charging support.

The handset is expected to arrive in 8GB + 128GB and 12GB + 256GB memory configurations. It may cost around ₹33,999 inclusive of offers.

iQOO 11S

The iQOO 11S will make its debut in China on July 4. It is a mid-year refresh for the iQOO 11 released earlier this year.

The handset will be powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip paired with LPDDR5x RAM and UFS 4.0 storage. It will be fitted with a 2K 144Hz Samsung E6 AMOLED display with up to 1800 nits of peak brightness level.

The device will feature an OIS-assisted 50MP Sony IMX866 main camera. Lastly, it will draw energy from a 4,700mAh battery and support 200W fast wired charging.

Red Magic 8S Pro

The Red Magic 8S Pro is set to launch in China on July 5. It will go official as the world’s first 24GB RAM smartphone.

The phone will be powered by an overclocked version of the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 2 chipset. It will be offered in regular and transparent back options, like its predecessors.

The device will come equipped with an obstruction-free display, courtesy of an under-display camera. Finally, it will be backed by a 6,000mAh battery with support for 165W fast wired charging support.

Honor X50

The Honor X50 will be launched in China on July 5. The handset will be almost similar to its predecessor Honor X40.

It is tipped to house a Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 SoC inside. While the brand has officially confirmed that it will be backed by a 5,800mAh battery.

Other expected features include a 1.5K curved OLED display with high-frequency PWM dimming and a 100MP primary camera. Lastly, it is said to carry support for 35W fast wired charging.

OnePlus Nord 3 and Nord CE 3

The OnePlus Nord 3 and OnePlus Nord CE 3 are scheduled to go official in India and other global markets on July 5. The former is a rebranded OnePlus Ace 2V, while the latter is a new product.

The Nord CE 3 is expected to arrive with a 6.72-inch 120Hz FHD+ AMOLED display, a Qualcomm Snapdragon 782G SoC, a 50MP main camera, a 16MP front-facing camera, a 5,000mAh battery, and 80W fast wired charging support.

As their names suggest, the Nord 3 and Nord CE 3 will succeed the Nord 2T and Nord CE 2. However, it’s not known whether their predecessors will be discontinued.

Oppo Reno 10 Series

The Oppo Reno 10 series is expected to release in multiple international markets in July. It will be first announced in Malaysia on July 6.

Just like in China, the global version of the lineup is expected to include three devices. However, the vanilla and pro models will be slightly different from the originals. But the Pro Plus is said to be the same.

All three phones will come with a zoom camera. The Pro Plus will even feature a periscope lens. Finally, they will sport the same design and a curved OLED display.

Realme Narzo 60 Series

The Realme Narzo 60 series is planned to launch in India on July 6. The lineup consists of two handsets, namely Realme Narzo 60 and Realme Narzo 60 Pro.

Both these products are rebranded versions of existing Realme number series smartphones. The vanilla model is a rebadged Realme 11, while the pro variant is a renamed Realme 11 Pro.

It is worth noting that the Realme 11 Pro is already available in India under its original name. However, the standard model is yet to debut in the region. The series is expected to start from ₹17,999 inclusive of offers.

Honor 90

The Honor 90 will be unveiled for global markets on July 6. The global variant of the device is the same as the original Chinese version.

It is tipped to cost £449.99 for the base 8GB + 256GB memory configuration. The product will be also offered in a higher 12GB + 512GB memory variant.

The phone arrives with a 6.7-inch 120Hz OLED display, a Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 chipset, a 200MP primary camera, a 5,000mAh battery, and 66W fast-wired charging support.

Samsung Galaxy M34

The Samsung Galaxy M34 will go official in India on July 7. It is expected to be a watered-down version of Galaxy A34.

Official teasers have revealed that the smartphone will come with a 6.5-inch 120Hz AMOLED display, an OIS-assisted 50MP rear camera, a 16MP selfie camera, and a 6,000mAh battery. It will have the new universal design adopted by Samsung for its handsets.

Last but not least, the device is expected to house an Exynos 1280 SoC underneath it.

Nothing Phone 2

The Nothing Phone 2 will be made official on July 11. It will be announced in India and Europe.

As per teasers, the smartphone may retain the design of its forerunner with some tweaks. However, it will be more powerful, thanks to a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 chip under its hood.

Other expected specs of the product include a centered punch-hole OLED display, Glyph interface, LPDDR5 RAM, UFS 3.1 storage, and a 4,700mAh battery.

Honor Magic V2

The Honor Magic V2 horizontal foldable smartphone is confirmed to go official on July 12. Interestingly, though we are only a few days away from the announcement, not much is known about this product.

Rumors suggest that there will be two variants featuring a custom 2K LTPO display. The regular model will be powered by a Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 chipset, while the  Ultimate edition will house a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC.

Oppo A78 4G and Oppo K11

Oppo is expected to unveil Oppo A78 4G and Oppo K11 in the next few days. As per leaks, the former is a 4GB variant of Oppo A78 5G, while the latter is the Chinese version of the OnePlus Nord CE 3.

The Oppo A78 4G is tipped to arrive with a 6.43-inch 90Hz OLED display, dual stereo speakers, a Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 chip, a 50MP rear camera, a 5,000mAh battery, and 67W fast wired charging support.

On the other hand, the Oppo K11 is expected to come with the same specs as Nord CE 3 discussed earlier.

Vivo V29 Series and Vivo Y27 5G

The Vivo V29 series and Vivo Y27 5G are anticipated to release in July. The former is a tweaked version of the Vivo S17 series for international markets, whereas the latter is a budget 5G smartphone.

The Vivo Y27 5G is expected to arrive with a 6.64-inch 90Hz FHD+ display (LCD), a 50MP main camera, a 16MP selfie camera, a 5,000mAh battery, and 44W fast-wired charging support. Essentially, it is said to be a rebranded Vivo Y36 5G.

Whereas, the Vivo V29 lineup will include Vivo V29 and Vivo V29 Pro. The vanilla model will likely be similar to the Vivo S17, while the pro model will differ from S17 Pro.

Infinix Zero 30 5G

The Infinix Zero 30 5G might be unveiled in July. As of now, not much is known about this phone.

It is expected to feature a MediaTek Dimensity 8020 chipset and Bluetooth 5.3. It will succeed Infinix Zero 20, which is a 4G-only smartphone.

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Vivo is preparing to launch its latest smartphone series, the Vivo V29 series, which is expected to include the Vivo V29 5G and Vivo V29 Pro models. The Vivo V29 Lite has already been released, and now the V29 5G has been spotted on both the NBTC and SIRIM certification websites, indicating an imminent market launch. Additionally, the Vivo V29 has received certifications from other platforms such as IMDA (Singapore), EEC (Europe), GCF, and Bluetooth SIG, suggesting a wide availability across multiple markets.

Vivo V29 specifications (expected)

According to a Geekbench listing, the Vivo V29 will be powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G Plus chipset and will come with Android 13 out of the box. It will feature 8GB of RAM, Bluetooth version 5.2, and support for 5G connectivity, Wi-Fi, and NFC.

Vivo V29 Pro specifications (expected)

The Vivo V29 Pro, as revealed on the official Philippines website, will boast a 6.7-inch curved OLED display. On the rear side, it will sport a 64MP triple camera setup, while the front will house a 50MP selfie camera. Users can expect a sizable 5,000mAh battery with support for 66W fast charging. The device will offer RAM options of up to 12GB and internal storage of up to 256GB. Despite the listing on the official website, the exact release date for the Vivo V29 Pro has not been disclosed yet. Recent indicators hint at the possibility that the company might introduce these new smartphones in July.

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Vivo is yet to make any official announcements regarding the release of its highly anticipated Vivo V29 series. However, recent developments suggest that the company may unveil the new smartphones in July. Excitingly, the Vivo V29 has obtained approval from Thailand’s NBTC authority, indicating an imminent launch, potentially making its debut in Thailand next month.

The NBTC’s database reveals that the Vivo V29 carries the model number V2250 and boasts 5G capabilities. While the listing doesn’t disclose further details about its specifications, the approval from various certification platforms such as GCF, IMDA (Singapore), EEC (Europe), SDPPI (Indonesia), and Bluetooth SIG hints at a multi-market release for the device.

Vivo V29 specifications (leaked)

According to recent findings on the Geekbench benchmarking platform, the Vivo V29 is expected to feature the Snapdragon 778G Plus chipset, accompanied by 8GB of RAM and the Android 13 operating system. Unfortunately, there is currently no additional information available regarding the V29’s other specifications.

In addition to the Vivo V29, the company is also anticipated to introduce the Vivo V29 Pro, which has previously surfaced on Vivo Philippines with key specifications. The V29 Pro is likely to sport a 6.7-inch OLED Full HD+ 120Hz display, along with 12GB of RAM, 256GB of storage, a 64-megapixel camera with optical image stabilization (OIS), and a robust 5,000mAh battery featuring 66W fast charging capability.

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Rumors suggest that Vivo is in the process of developing the Vivo V29 series of smartphones. Recently, Vivo introduced the Vivo V29 Lite 5G smartphone in the European market, and now it is said that the Vivo V29 and V29 Pro models will be launched in the near future. In a new development, the Vivo V29 has received approval from the GCF authority, an essential certification for a global release. It strongly indicates that the V29 will make its debut in the upcoming weeks.

Vivo V29 specifications

The GCF certification confirms that the upcoming Vivo smartphone, with the model number V2250, will debut as the “Vivo V29.” Interestingly, the certification listing indicates that the device may not include “5G” in its name. The GCF listing reveals the network bands that will be supported by the device. As per the listing, the V29 will support 5G bands, such as n1, n2, n3, n5, n8, n20, n28, n38, n40, n41, n66, n77, and n78.

Apart from getting spotted in GCF, the V2250 Vivo phone has been previously seen at other certification platforms, such as IMDA (Singapore), EEC (Europe), SDPPI (Indonesia), and Bluetooth SIG. The handset also recently appeared in the database of Geekbench benchmarking platform.

According to the Vivo V29’s Geekbench listing, the Snapdragon 778G Plus will power it. The device is also expected to come with 8 GB of RAM and Android 13, which will be overlaid with FunTouchOS 13. The other specifications of the device are yet to be revealed.

Rumours are rife that the Vivo V29 series will be announced in July in India and other markets. As per a recent report, the V29 Pro is expected to come with key specifications, such as a 6.7-inch FHD+ 120Hz OLED display, 12 GB of RAM, 256 GB of storage, a 5,000mAh battery, 66W charging, and a 64-megapixel main camera with OIS.

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Vivo is expected to debut the V29 series in the coming days. The series is expected to feature three devices: Vivo V29, Vivo V29 Pro, and Vivo V29 Lite. Out of these three, the V29 model has already been spotted on Geekbench as well as the Bluetooth SIG website. Now, the device has also picked up the IMDA certification, hinting to its upcoming global launch.

The Vivo V29 5G, identified by model number V2250, has recently surfaced on the IMDA certification website. According to the certification, the device will come with support for WLAN, Bluetooth, and NFC. While no additional details were disclosed in the certification, it did confirm that the Vivo V29 5G will be released in Singapore.

The recent Geekbench listing of the V29 5G has revealed that it will feature a Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G Plus processor. It is expected to come equipped with 8GB of RAM and will operate on the Android 13 operating system. Other than that, no details about the device are available at present, so let’s look at the leaked specs of the Pro model.

Vivo V29 Pro specs

In a recent revelation, it was inadvertently confirmed that the Vivo V29 Pro 5G will sport a curved 6.7-inch OLED display. The display will offer an FHD+ resolution and an impressive 120Hz refresh rate. There are indications that the device might be powered by the Dimensity 8200 chipset.

The Vivo V29 Pro 5G is expected to come with a substantial 12GB RAM and a generous storage capacity of 256GB. It will be equipped with a 5,000mAh battery that supports 66W fast charging, ensuring reliable and quick power replenishment.

For photography enthusiasts, the phone will feature a high-resolution 50-megapixel front-facing camera, while the rear camera setup will include a 64-megapixel lens with optical image stabilization (OIS) support. The device will run on FunTouch OS 13, which is based on the latest Android 13 operating system.

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The Vivo V29 is expected to launch soon in multiple markets. The device has now appeared in the database of the Bluetooth SIG authority, revealing its model number. Now that the device has been Bluetooth certified, it appears that it will launch later this month or in the beginning weeks of July.

The Bluetooth certification of the Vivo V29 5G confirms that its model number is V2250. The said device was spotted yesterday on the Geekbench benchmarking site with some of its key specs.

The listing revealed that the device will be equipped with the Snapdragon 778G Plus chipset, 8 GB of RAM, and Android 13 OS. Its other details are yet to be revealed.

The Vivo V29 Pro 5G, which is expected to launch soon, has the model number V2251. The brand inadvertently confirmed recently that it will arrive with a 6.7-inch OLED panel with curved edges. It will offer an FHD+ resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. There is a possibility that it could be powered by the Dimensity 8200.

The device will arrive with 12 GB of RAM and 256 GB of storage. It will pack a 5,000mAh battery with 66W fast charging support. For photography, it will feature a 50-megapixel front-facing camera, and its rear will have a 64-megapixel camera with OIS support. It will run on FunTouch OS 13-based Android 13.

The Vivo V29 series also includes the Vivo V29 Lite 5G, which is already available in Czech Republic. The handset features a 6.78-inch AMOLED FHD+ 120Hz display with curved edges, a Snapdragon 695 chip, 8 GB of RAM, 128 GB of storage, and a 5,000mAh battery with 44W charging. It has a 16-megapixel front camera, and a 64-megapixel (main) + 2-megapixel (depth) + 2-megapixel (macro) triple camera unit on the back. It also comes with other features, such as an in-display fingerprint scanner, Android 13, and an IP54-rated chassis.

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Smartphone launches are expected to slow down in June 2023. After two months of busy releases, it will be comparatively calmer for a while.

As of writing this article, only a few brands have officially confirmed to debut new phones. These companies are Motorola and Samsung to name a couple.

Though we have multiple other handsets from different brands on the list, these are based on leaks and rumors. So they may or may not launch in June.

Anyways, only one of them will be a premium device. However, two foldables are expected. Most of the remaining phones belong to either mid-range or affordable premium categories.

Almost all the handsets on the list will release in global markets. Some of them went official in China recently.

In other words, there won’t be any China-exclusive debut like in May, With that out of the way, let’s take all the devices expected to get announced in the coming days.

Upcoming Smartphones in June 2023

Motorola Razr 40 Series

The Motorola Razr 40 series is scheduled to launch on June 1. The lineup is expected to include two clamshell foldable phones, namely Razr 40 and Razr 40 Ultra.

The ultra will come with a larger 3.5-inch cover screen, while the vanilla model will sport a Galaxy Z Flip 4-esque tiny cover display. Further, the former will be powered by a Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 chip compared to a Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 SoC inside the latter.

The Razr 40 Ultra is also tipped to arrive with a 6.9-inch main foldable display, a 12MP (wide) + 13MP (ultra-wide) dual camera system, a 32MP selfie camera, a 3,800mAh battery, and 33W fast charging support.

Samsung Galaxy F54

The Samsung Galaxy F54 is set to launch in India on June 6. It will most likely be rebranded Galaxy M54.

The device is tipped to arrive with a 120Hz Super AMOLED display and an Exynos 1380 chip. It will sport a 108MP primary camera paired with an 8MP ultra-wide unit and a 2MP macro snapper.

The phone will be backed by a 6,000mAh battery with support for 25W charging. Finally, it is rumored to cost about ₹30,000.

Realme 11 Pro Series

The Realme 11 Pro series is tipped to launch in India on June 8. There will be two handsets, namely Realme 11 Pro and Realme 11 Pro Plus. Both of them went official in China in early May.

The pro plus comes with a leather back, a Dimensity 7050 SoC, a 200MP primary camera, and a 120Hz curved 10-bit curved OLED display. It is backed by a 5,000mAh battery with support for 100W fast charging support.

On the other hand, the pro variant retains most of the features of the pro plus but arrives with a 100MP main camera and supports slower 67W charging.

Vivo V29 Series

The Vivo V29 series is anticipated to release in the coming days in Southeast Asia. It will be rebranded Vivo S17 series.

The lineup is expected to consist of two models, such as Vivo V29 and Vivo V29 Pro. Both of them will sport an FHD+ 120Hz curved OLED display and a 50MP Sony IMX766V primary camera.

The vanilla version will be powered by a Snapdragon 782G chipset as opposed to a Dimensity 8050 inside the pro. The latter will also come with an additional 12MP telephoto camera and support faster 80W charging.

Xiaomi 13 Ultra

The Xiaomi 13 Ultra is anticipated to go official in select global markets in the coming days. Since the handset is on sale in China for a while, we know everything about it.

The most-premium slab smartphone from Xiaomi offers a Leica-powered camera system featuring a 50MP 1-inch Sony IMX989 main camera, a 50MP 3.2x telephoto snapper, a 50MP 5x periscope shooter, and a 50MP ultra-wide unit. On the front, it has a 32MP selfie camera.

The device arrives with a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC, a QHD+ 120Hz LTPO OLED display, a leather back, an IP68 rating, a 5,000mAh battery, 90W wired charging, 50W wireless charging, and 10W reverse wireless charging.

Redmi 12

The Redmi 12 may debut in a few days from now. It will be a budget smartphone powered by a MediaTek Helio G88 chipset. It is said to sport a 6.79-inch FHD+ display (LCD) with a 90Hz refresh rate and Corning Gorilla Glass 3 protection.

The phone is anticipated to house a triple camera system on the rear comprising a 50MP main sensor, an 8MP ultra-wide unit, and a 2MP macro snapper.  It will offer a fingerprint sensor, a 3.5mm headphone jack, and dual stereo speakers.

Interestingly, it will boot outdated Android 12-based MIUI 13 and draw energy from a 5,000mAh battery with support for 18W charging.

OnePlus Nord 3

The OnePlus Nord 3 is rumored to release in India in June. It is expected to be a rebranded version of the OnePlus Ace 2V.

Thus, the handset will come with a MediaTek Dimensity 9000 chipset and a 1.5K 120Hz OLED display. It will house a 5,000mAh battery and carry support for 80W wired charging.

The device will flaunt a 64MP primary camera, an 8MP ultra-wide unit, a 2MP macro snapper, a 16MP selfie camera, dual stereo speakers, and an in-screen fingerprint sensor.

Oppo Reno 10 Series

The Oppo Reno 10 series is tipped to launch in India in June at the earliest. All three variants, such as Oppo Reno 10, Oppo Reno 10 Pro, and Oppo Reno 10 Pro Plus are anticipated to debut in the country.

All three smartphones sport a 120Hz curved OLED display but are powered by different chipsets. The vanilla, pro, and pro plus house Snapdragon 778G, Dimensity 8200, and Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 chips, respectively.

All of them provide a proper three-lens camera system featuring wide, ultra-wide, and zoom units. Finally, the vanilla model supports 80W charging, while the remaining two can charge at the rate of 100W.

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