December 2024 promises to bring a wave of exciting new smartphone launches in India, with devices powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite chip, foldables, and more. Here’s a quick look at the top smartphones to keep an eye on:
1) iQOO 13 Set to launch in India on December 3, the iQOO 13 is expected to feature the powerful Snapdragon 8 Elite processor, with impressive Antutu scores surpassing 3 million. The phone will include a large 6,000mAh battery, supporting 120W fast charging. For durability, it will come with IP68 and IP69 ratings for water and dust resistance.
The display will be a 6.82-inch 2K+ 144Hz BOE Q10 LTPO AMOLED screen, offering peak brightness of 4,500 nits and a variable refresh rate. The camera setup is expected to include a triple rear system: a 50MP Sony IMX921 primary sensor, a 50MP ultra-wide-angle lens, and a 50MP 3x telephoto lens. On the front, a 32MP selfie camera is anticipated.
2) Vivo X200 Series Vivo is gearing up for the release of the X200 series, though the official launch date remains unconfirmed. The X200 models are expected to be powered by the MediaTek 9400 processor, with up to 16GB of RAM and 512GB of storage.
The cameras are set to impress, with the Vivo X200 featuring a 50MP Sony IMX882 telemacro 3x sensor, while the X200 Pro could boast a 200MP Samsung HP9 sensor with 3.7x optical zoom. Both phones are expected to come with a 50MP ultra-wide camera and a 32MP front camera.
3) OnePlus 13 OnePlus might bring forward the launch of the OnePlus 13, which is usually released in January. This December, the flagship could debut with a 6.82-inch BOE X2 2K+ AMOLED display, offering a peak brightness of 4,500 nits. The OnePlus 13 is likely to include a Snapdragon 8 Elite processor, a 6,000mAh battery, and support for 100W wired fast charging and 50W wireless charging.
For the camera setup, the phone may feature a triple rear system with a Sony LYT 808 primary sensor, a 50MP telephoto lens with 3x optical zoom, and a 50MP ultra-wide lens. For selfies, a 32MP Sony IMX612 front camera is expected.
4) Tecno Phantom V Fold 2 & V Flip 2 Tecno is preparing to launch its new foldables, the Phantom V Fold 2 and Phantom V Flip 2, in India next month. The V Flip 2 could feature a 6.9-inch Full HD+ LTPO AMOLED display, a 50MP primary camera, and a 32MP selfie shooter. It will be powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 8020 chip, supported by a 4,720mAh battery with 70W fast charging.
The V Fold 2 will have a 7.85-inch LTPO AMOLED inner display and a 6.42-inch external screen. The dual-camera system is expected to include a 50MP primary sensor, a 50MP 2x optical zoom portrait sensor, and a 50MP ultra-wide lens. Additionally, dual 32MP front cameras are likely to be featured.
5) Poco F7 Poco might soon launch the F7 in India, having recently received certification under the model number 2412DPC0AI. While specific details about the phone remain scarce, it’s expected to be an exciting addition to the Poco F series lineup.
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