It’s been quite a busy year for smartphones in 2023. Despite a slowdown in sales, smartphone brands are still pushing out new devices to attract new users. We’ve already witnessed some major launches from the likes of Samsung and Xiaomi in the past few months, but there’s still plenty more to come throughout the year. As we approach the summer, big players like Nothing and Motorola are gearing up to release their latest models. Let’s take a look at some of the highly anticipated smartphones that will be hitting retail shelves sooner than expected.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5: Samsung has established itself as a leader in the foldable smartphone market, and they’re preparing to launch their next flagship foldable, the Z Fold 5, at the upcoming Unpacked event in late July. Rumors suggest that the Galaxy Z Fold 5 will be a minor update to its predecessor, the Galaxy Z Fold 4. Expect some design refinements and other improvements, including a redesigned hinge to reduce the device’s thickness. The Z Fold 5 is also expected to sport a revamped OLED screen, a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC, and an improved under-display selfie camera. However, don’t expect it to be light on your wallet anytime soon.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5: In 2023, the Galaxy Z Flip 5 will be Samsung’s clamshell-style foldable offering. Reports indicate that it will feature a larger cover display while retaining a similar form factor to the current Galaxy Z Flip 4. Like the Fold 5, the Flip 5 is expected to be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC, with at least 8 GB of RAM and 128 GB of internal storage. Flip-style foldable phones have gained popularity among consumers due to their compact design and more affordable price tag.

Nothing Phone (2): The upcoming release of the Nothing Phone (2) in India has created a lot of anticipation. It’s been confirmed that the Phone (2) will be powered by the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC and will run on the Nothing OS (2). The smartphone is expected to feature an improved Glyph lighting at the back and speculations suggest it will come with an enhanced dual-camera system. Fans are eagerly waiting to get their hands on this highly anticipated device.

Motorola Razr 40 series: Motorola is set to launch the Razr 40 and the Razr 40 Ultra in India, and both devices will be exclusively available on Amazon. These foldables from Motorola come with a fresh new design. The more expensive Razr 40 Ultra boasts the largest 3.6-inch pOLED cover display among flip-style foldables and is said to be the thinnest flip phone in the world.

iQOO Neo 7 Pro: On July 4th, the iQOO Neo 7 Pro will make its debut. This dual-chip phone is powered by the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC and features an independent gaming chip. It comes with a 120Hz display and an in-display fingerprint sensor. The phone stands out with its orange-colored faux leather back panel and will run on FunTouchOS. The iQOO Neo 7 is expected to be one of the most affordable Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC-based phones available in India.