Phones to Watch Out for in 2024: Future Smartphones Expected to Launch Next Year،
The smartphone is no longer a tool that helps you make and receive calls. It has become a way of life. From official work to capturing memories, smartphones are our companions in every walk of life. In 2023, the biggest brands have launched all types of smartphones. There's something for everyone, from foldable phones to foldable phones, 5G devices to flagships. 2024 is expected to take this technological revolution to the next level. As AI gradually becomes a way of life, brands like Google and Samsung are planning to integrate AI features into smartphones. Apple is also planning to bring new updates to the flagship iPhone 16 series.
In this article, we have summarized all the major smartphones that brands like Samsung, Realme, Xiaomi, Apple, Nothing etc. will launch in 2024. Some of them are confirmed, while others are rumored as of now. Dive in to know what 2024 will bring for tech enthusiasts.
1. Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Series
The year 2024 will begin with Xiaomi launching the Redmi Note 13 series. The Redmi Note 13 series will include 3 smartphones: Redmi Note 13, Redmi Note 13 Pro and Redmi Note 13 Pro+. It will be launched on January 4 in India. The Redmi Note 13 Pro Plus and Redmi Note 13 Pro feature 6.67-inch AMOLED displays. The Pro Plus model will be powered by Dimensity 7200 Ultra while the Pro model will be powered by Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 SoC. The design and other specifications of the 3 models launched in India will be similar to the Chinese models. Pricing details will be announced on January 4, 2024.
2. Samsung Galaxy S24 series
Samsung will hold a Galaxy Unpacked event on January 17 where it will announce the Samsung Galaxy S24 series for all markets. The series will include 3 models like in recent years: Samsung Galaxy S24, Samsung Galaxy S24+ and Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra. The smartphones will use Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 or Exynos 2400 chipsets depending on the region. All 3 will run Android 14 with One UI 6.1 which is expected to roll out various AI features. The Galaxy S24 series will support satellite connectivity and could be made of titanium. Pricing and availability will be known when the devices launch next month.
3. Apple iPhone 16 series
The launch of the Apple iPhone series is one of the most anticipated technology events of the year. In 2024, Apple will announce the iPhone 16 series in September/October like every year. The iPhone 16 series is expected to include 4 smartphones: iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus/Max, iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max. The 16th generation iPhones will be powered by the A18 Bionic chipset and will run IOS 18 with various new features. There might be a dedicated video button likely to be called “Capture Button” and the action button will be available on all 4 iPhone 16 models. It is still very early to determine what Apple will bring this year. We will know more as the months go by.
4. Vivo X100 Series
Vivo has started teasing the launch of its X100 series in India. Known for its unique design and photographic prowess, the Vivo X100 series will include 2 variants: Vivo X100 and Vivo X100 Pro. Reports claim that Vivo will launch this series in India in January 2024, although the exact date is still unknown. Both smartphones in this series feature a triple camera setup at the rear and a Vivo V3 chip for better photography. Vivo continued its partnership with Zeiss to offer the best imaging capabilities with the X100 series. Both devices are IP68 rated and powered by the Dimensity 9300 SoC.
5. Oppo Reno 11 Series
Just like Vivo's X series is aimed at photographers, Oppo intends to do the same with the Reno series. The Oppo Reno 11 series has already been launched in China and like every year, it will come to India later in 2024. The series will most likely include the Oppo Reno 11, Oppo Reno 11 Pro and Oppo Reno 11 Pro Plus smartphones. The Reno 11 series will run Android 14 operating system with 50 MP main camera sensors on the back. On the front will be curved AMOLED displays and RAM+ROM configurations will go up to 12GB+512GB. In China, Oppo has launched these devices in Turquoise Green, Obsidian Black, and Moonstone colors.
6. Realme 12 and Realme 12 Pro series
Realme's Pro Number series is also one of the most anticipated launches of 2024. Realme will soon launch the Realme 12 series in global markets. It will include the Realme 12 Pro and Realme 12 Pro Plus 5G. The devices were recently seen on the TDRA website, which means they will have 5G connectivity. The series was also seen on the BIS certification website, which means that the Realme 12 series will also be coming to India very soon. The smartphones are expected to feature the Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 chipset. Realme is also planning to launch the Realme 12 4G and 5G models.
7. Google Pixel 9 Series
Like every year, Google will launch the Google Pixel 9 series including the Pixel 9 and Pixel 9 Pro smartphones. The Google Pixel 9 series is expected to be among the first Android devices to feature Qi2 charging. The newer Pixels will be powered by the Tensor G4 chipset and run Android 14 out of the box. The Pixel 9 series is also expected to get some hardware improvements in terms of camera, although the design of the smartphones will be similar to its predecessors.
8.OnePlus12
OnePlus has confirmed that it will launch the OnePlus 12 smartphone in India on the 23rdrd January 2024. As it has already launched in China, we know that OnePlus 12 will be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset and pack a 5,400mAh battery under the hood. It will have 100W support and feature a 6.82-inch LTPO OLED display panel with a 120Hz refresh rate. The chipset will be paired with up to 24GB of RAM and up to 1TB storage. The OnePlus flagship is one of the most anticipated launches of 2024.
9.OnePlus 12R
Alongside the OnePlus 12 will launch the OnePlus 12R. The affordable smartphone from OnePlus is expected to have a 6.7-inch AMOLED panel and sport a 50MP+8MP+32MP camera setup at the back. It will be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC and would be a rebrand of the OnePlus Ace 3 available in China.
10.iPhoneSE4
Besides the iPhone 16 series, Apple is expected to offer the iPhone SE 4 in 2024. It will be Apple's smallest device with a 4.7-inch screen, Touch ID, and a home button. The iPhone SE 4 will feature USB-C charging and a dual-lens camera setup on the back. The main camera could be 48MP. The budget iPhone would be powered by the A15 chipset and would also offer 5G connectivity. Under the hood will be a 3,279 mAh battery with proprietary fast charging.
11. Nothing Phone 3
Nothing by Carl Pei will launch on 3rd flagship of the generation in 2024. Nothing revolutionized the smartphone industry when it launched Nothing Phone 1 in 2022 as it had a unique design and high-end specifications. Nothing Phone 3 is expected to arrive in the first half of 2024 and will face more upgrades compared to Nothing Phone 2. Nothing Phone 3 will have the signature transparent back panel with inclusion of glyph lights. It will focus on LED strips for notifications, making it more aesthetic and premium. The 3rd generation device is likely to be powered by the latest Snapdragon device and features a triple camera setup on the back.
12. Nothing Phone 2a
In 2024, Nothing should launch a more affordable smartphone, namely the Nothing Phone 2a. Nothing Phone 2a is said to be the cheaper version of Nothing Phone 2. Tipster Yogesh Brar has shared some specifications of the affordable Nothing smartphone. It was reportedly announced during MWC 2024 in February and claims that it will have a redesigned rear panel to differentiate it from flagship devices. According to the tipster, Nothing Phone 2a will have a Dimensity chipset, 120Hz OLED panel, Nothing OS 2.0, 50MP rear camera, and more.
13. Xiaomi 14 Series
The Xiaomi 14 series has gone official in China and is expected to arrive in India soon. Including the Xiaomi 14 and Xiaomi 14 Pro smartphones, the series received BIS certification a few days ago, hinting at an upcoming launch in India. Xiaomi 14 and Xiaomi 14 Pro are powered by Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipsets and feature LTPO displays. The smartphones will run HyperOS based on Android 14 and feature 50MP camera setups on the rear. The series will launch in India in the first half of 2024.
14. Oppo Find X7 Series
Oppo has already started teasing the Find X7 series globally. The series is known for its camera capabilities and unique design language. The Find X7 series includes the Oppo Find X7, Oppo Find X7 Pro and Oppo Find X7 Ultra. The series is confirmed to feature a 1-inch Sony LYT-900 camera sensor that will offer better low-light performance. The entire Find X7 series will pack 5,000mAh batteries and 100W wired fast charging support. Wireless charging will also be available. The Ultra model could feature a 6.82-inch LTPO display with 2K resolution and 3,168 × 1,440 pixels.
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