Smartphones in the recent times have become more of necessity rather than being a status symbol. Equipped with latest features, utilities, and technology they do more than just calling and messaging. Following is a list of most promising smartphones, to be launched in the coming year.
- Xiaomi Redmi Note 4
After the success of Redmi Note 3, Xiaomi plans to reign over the budget smartphone league with the launch of Note 4. It comes loaded with ultra-fast Snapdragon 625 processorandAndroid 6.0 Marshmallow. Note 4 sports a Metal Unibody design and will come in two variants- 16GB and 32GB memory.
Network | 4G+Volte, Dual Sim |
Display | 5.5-inch Full-HD 1920×1080 display |
OS | Android 6.0 Marshmallow |
Processor | 2GHz Octa-core Snapdragon 625 |
Ram | 2GB/3GB |
Battery | 4100 maH |
Camera | 13MP rear+5MP front |
- Nokia D1C
Erstwhile Finnish mobile manufacturer Nokia is all set to make a comeback with the launch of its new Android phone. The budget smartphone will come with Carl Zeiss Lens for primary camera. It will be manufactured by HMD Global which has the exclusive rights to use Nokia brand name.
Network | 4G |
Display | 5.0-inch IPS LCD Full HD resolution display |
OS | Android 7.0 |
Processor | 1.4 GHz Octa-core Snapdragon 430 chipset |
Ram | 2GB/3GB |
Battery | 2800 maH with Quick Charge |
Camera | 16MP rear+8MP front |
Storage | 16GB/32GB |
- Apple iPhone 8
No Smartphone list can be complete without the mention of this US brand. Known for its cutting edge technology and features, Apple won’t disappoint this time round either as it will be iPhone’s 10th anniversary in 2017. Drastic change in the phone’s design is expected. Exclusion of home button and aGlass body has been confirmed. The phone also featuresthe dual camera module.
Network | 5G |
Display | 5.5 inch OLED Curved Display |
OS | iOS 11 |
Processor | Upgraded Apple A11 Chipset Processor |
Storage | 64GB |
Battery | Wireless Charging |
- Samsung Galaxy S8
After the failure of Galaxy Note 7, Samsung attempted to clean the slate with the Galaxy S7 Edge. A step further will be the launch of Galaxy S8, which will compete with the likes of upcoming iPhone. The device will come without a 3.5mm audio jack, sport edgescreen on three sides.
Network | 5G Supported |
Display | 4K Screen Display |
OS | Android 7.0 |
Processor | Snapdragon 840 |
Ram | 6/7/8GB |
Camera | Dual Pixel 16MP |
Storage | 64GB, 128GB |
- OnePlus 4
OnePlus-A brand which has received a lot of attention within a limited time span will come up with One Plus 4 soon. With the launch of this phone, OnePlus will again retain its position of providing the most power-packed smartphones at competitive prices.
Network | 5G, Dual Sim |
Display | 5.5-inch AMOLED QHD 1440×2560 display |
OS | Android 7.0 |
Processor | Snapdragon 830 |
Ram | 8GB |
Battery | 4500 maH |
Camera | 21MP |
- Sony Xperia X Premium
Sony’s Xperia X Premium will be the world’s first HDR smartphone. It will also be the brightest smartphone in the market. It will also feature Sony’s Battery Care, Fingerprint scanner and will have USB-C. It also boasts of the World’s best Autofocus on a moving object.
Network | 5G |
Display | 5-inch HDR display |
OS | Android 7.0 |
Processor | Snapdragon 820 |
Ram | 4GB |
Camera | 23MP |
- hTC 11
Waking up to cut throat competition HTC will definitely pack a punch with hTC11. It will compete with Samsung and Apple for the high-end smartphone segment. It may feature a full Metal Unibody design. It will be compatible with Google’s new VR platform-Daydream.
Network | 5G |
Display | 5.5-inch display |
OS | Android 6.0 Marshmallow |
Processor | Snapdragon830 |
Ram | 8GB |
Battery | 3500 maH |
Camera | 15MP |
- Gionee S8
Gionee- A Chinese brandbut with premium products and prices will launch the much-awaited S8 soon. The phone’s features and looks are expected to lure young buyers.
Network | 4G Dual Sim |
Display | 5.5-inch AMOLED display |
OS | Android 6.0 Marshmallow |
Processor | MediaTek Helio P10 |
Ram | 4GB |
Battery | 3000 maH |
Camera | 16MP |
- LG G Flex 3
Flex 3 with its curved design might become a pioneer in the smartphone space. Packed with an ultra-fast processor and the ability to shoot in 3D, it surely is a monster. LG might experiment with foldable design in this model.
Network | 4G LTE |
Display | 6-inch Full-HD display |
OS | Android 6.0 Marshmallow |
Processor | Snapdragon 820 |
Ram | 6GB |
Battery | 3500 maH |
Camera | 20.7MP |
- Google Nexus 2017
It will be the first to sport Andromeda OS. To be manufactured by Huawei, it will be more of a Phablet.
Network | 4G |
Display | 7 inch |
OS | Andromeda OS |
Processor | Snapdragon 652/Snapdragon 829 |
Ram | 4GB |
Battery | 4100 maH |
Camera | 13MP |