Three brands are set to launch new smartphones next week. Two events will occur in India, and one will be in China.
The Indian events will be led by Xiaomi and Oppo. Both brands will introduce devices already available in China but under different names. Xiaomi’s device will be a high-end model, while Oppo’s will be a mid-range offering.
On the other hand, Honor will host the event in China, where it will introduce a new foldable phone, specifically its first clamshell-style foldable.
Let’s explore these upcoming handsets one by one.
Upcoming Smartphones Next Week
Xiaomi 14 Civi
The Xiaomi 14 Civi will be officially launched on June 12 (Wednesday) in India. This device is a rebranded version of the Xiaomi Civi 4 Pro. Key features include a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 processor and a Leica-tuned camera system. The phone boasts a 50MP primary sensor, a 50MP 2x telephoto lens, and a 12MP ultrawide camera. For selfies, it offers a 32MP primary sensor with autofocus and a 32MP ultrawide snapper. It is expected to be priced below ₹50,000, making it an affordable alternative to the Xiaomi 14.
Oppo F27 Pro Plus 5G
The Oppo F27 Pro Plus will be officially unveiled on June 13 (Thursday). Leaks and teasers suggest that it will be a rebranded version of the Oppo A3 Pro. This will be India’s first IP69-rated smartphone, making it highly durable for the monsoon season. The device features a 6.7-inch FHD+ 120Hz curved OLED display, a MediaTek Dimensity 7050 SoC, a 64MP primary camera, a leather back, a 5,000mAh battery, and 67W wired charging support.
Honor Magic V Flip
The Honor Magic V Flip will be launched in China on June 13. This is the brand’s first vertical foldable phone, also known as a clamshell foldable. It will feature the largest cover display on a flip-style foldable phone to date and will come in black, white, pink, and limited edition colors. The phone is expected to have a 4,800mAh battery, 66W wired charging support, and a 50MP main camera. It will be available in storage variants of 256GB, 512GB, and 1TB.
