November is shaping up to be an exciting month for phone enthusiasts in India. Several flagship smartphones were launched in October, but many of them did not debut in the Indian market, but that is set to change. Several flagship-grade and mid-tier handsets are expected to be launched in India next month. From OnePlus 15 to Realme GT 8 Pro, here's our list of the upcoming smartphones in November 2025.

iQOO Z11 could launch in the global market soon. Ahead of the formal announcement, the handset was spotted on the Geekbench database with a Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 chipset. The China variant of iQOO Z11 has a MediaTek Dimensity 8500 chipset under the hood. The listings also suggest that the iQOO Z11 might run on Android 16 with 12GB RAM. It was launched in China last month with a 6.83-inch AMOLED display and a 9,020mAh battery with 90W fast charging support.

Vivo X Fold 6 has surfaced in leaks suggesting upgrades across display, performance, and battery. The foldable is tipped to feature an 8.02-inch 2K inner screen, a 6.51-inch outer display, and a MediaTek Dimensity 9500 chipset. It may include a triple rear camera setup led by a 200-megapixel sensor, along with dual 20-megapixel front cameras. The handset is also expected to pack a battery close to 7,000mAh, support wireless charging, and offer water resistance, with a possible China launch in June.

Moto G47 has been launched globally as the company’s latest addition to its mid-range G lineup. The handset is set to go on sale in select global markets via the company’s website in Pantone Fuchsia Red, Pantone Impenetrable, and Pantone Nautical Blue colour options. The new Moto G series smartphone is powered by a 6nm octa core MediaTek Dimensity 6300 chipset, delivering a peak clock speed of 2.4GHz. The handset also features an ARM Mali-G57 MC2 GPU, 8GB of LPDDR4x RAM, and 128GB of storage. The Moto G47 carries a triple rear camera unit, with a 108-megapixel primary shooter, a 2-megapixel macro camera, and a 2-in-1 light sensor.

Moto G37 and Moto G37 Power launched with MediaTek Dimensity 6300 chipsets. They come with a 6.67-inch display with a 120Hz refresh rate and have 50-megapixel rear camera units. The Moto G37 Power has a 7,000mAh battery, and the Moto G37 has a 5,200mAh battery with support for 20W fast wired charging. The duo offers an IP64 rating for dust and water resistance and MIL-STD-810H certification.

Motorola Razr 2026 series has been launched globally by the tech firm as its latest clamshell foldable lineup. The series includes three models, dubbed Motorola Razr Ultra 2026, Razr+ 2026, and Razr 2026. All three models will be available for pre-order in the US via the company’s online store and authorised retail outlets starting May 14. The Motorola Razr 2026 is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 7450X chipset, paired with a 4,800mAh battery. Meanwhile, the Razr Ultra 2026 and Razr+ 2026 are equipped with the Snapdragon 8 Elite and Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chipsets, respectively.

Motorola has launched the Moto G87 with a 200-megapixel main camera, a 6.78-inch 1.5K AMOLED display, and IP66, IP68, and IP69 durability ratings. Priced at GBP 349.99 (roughly Rs. 45,000) for the 8GB + 256GB variant, the phone is listed but not yet on sale. It runs on a MediaTek Dimensity 6400 chipset with Android 16 and packs a 5,200mAh battery with 30W charging, along with stereo speakers, AI tools, and enhanced camera features.

iQOO Neo 10 is now available in new Alpine White and Asphalt Black colour options in India. The new variant costs Rs. 37,999 for the 8GB RAM + 256GB storage variant. The new colour options will sit alongside the Inferno Red and Titanium Chrome colour options that have already been available in India since the phone's launch in India in May last year. Key specifications of the phone include a Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 chipset, up to 12GB RAM, a 7,000mAh battery and a 50-megapixel dual rear camera unit.

Xiaomi has announced the Android 17 Developer Preview Programme for four Xiaomi smartphones in select global markets. The list of devices now eligible to receive future Android 17 beta updates includes the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, Xiaomi 17 Ultra Leica Edition, Xiaomi 17, and Xiaomi 15T Pro. Devices enrolled in the programme can download the beta version of the upcoming Android 17 version, allowing users to experience the OS and provide feedback before it is released to a wider user base. This comes after Motorola and Google announced the Android 17 beta programmes for their handsets.

Motorola launched a new Brilliant Collection featuring the Motorola Signature and Moto Buds 2 Plus. They are unveiled in a new Pantone Violet Indigo finish and will go on sale in select regions in Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Latin America and Asia-Pacific in the coming weeks. The Swarovski Crystals are placed in a 3D-quilted pattern in the devices. The handset has 20 hand-placed Swarovski Crystals on the rear, while the audio device has 12 Swarovski crystals on each earbud. The case has 41 hand-placed Swarovski Crystals surrounding the logo.

Apple could be reconsidering one of its most popular iPhone features, MagSafe, which has become a staple on modern handsets. According to a tipster, there is an internal debate within the Cupertino-based tech giant about whether it should continue to be a standard feature on future models. Given how widely MagSafe has been adopted across accessories and third-party ecosystems, the move, if it comes to fruition, could mark a significant shift in Apple’s hardware strategy.

Oppo Find X10 is expected to go official later this year. A new leak states that the phone is undergoing testing with a 200-megapixel main rear camera with a 1/1.4-inch sensor. Oppo could pack either a 200-megapixel periscope camera with a 1/1.56-inch sensor, or a 64-megapixel periscope camera with a 1/2-inch sensor in this upcoming phone. Another leak claims that the phone will have a flat display with a 165Hz refresh rate. It is expected to ship with a MediaTek Dimensity 9600 chipset.

Qualcomm said on Wednesday that its third quarter results will be lower than expected, but CEO Cristiano Amon gave a positive view about a recovery in smartphone sales and growth in data centres, pushing shares up 15 percent after hours. The company has faced uncertainty as rising memory chip prices increased device costs, leading customers to cut spending on phones and PCs.

Apple is said to be heading into one of its most challenging supply chain phases. According to a report, global memory shortage threatens to increase the cost of future iPhones significantly. The primary culprit is likely to be the memory component, which, historically, accounted for a relatively small portion of smartphone manufacturing costs. However, it may reportedly account for nearly 45 percent of an iPhone’s total value by 2027, as demand for AI data centres continues to rise.

Nothing has announced the addition of Cloud storage to its Essential Space feature via a blog post. With the latest update, users can now back up and sync their Essential Space content through their Nothing account. This enables notes, screenshots, voice recordings, images, tasks, and summaries to stay connected across supported devices. The rollout started and will reach all 2025–2026 Nothing and CMF smartphones that support the Essential Key.

The OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra was launched in China on Tuesday. It joins the OnePlus Ace 6 and Ace 6T in the brand’s latest performance-focused smartphone lineup. The handset sports a 1.5K resolution AMOLED screen with a 165Hz refresh rate. It is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 9500 chipset, paired with up to 16GB of RAM. On the camera front, OnePlus has equipped the phone with a 50-megapixel dual rear camera unit. The OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra packs an 8,600mAh battery.

Xiaomi 17T and Xiaomi 17T Pro could be launched in late May, according to a report. The tech giant will reportedly start the promotional campaign for the handsets on May 29, which is said to run till June 30. Along with the launch date, the pricing, storage configurations, and the colour options of the two models have surfaced online. The standard Xiaomi 17T is said to go on sale in 12GB + 256GB and 12GB + 512GB RAM and storage configurations, while the Pro model could go on sale in 12GB + 512GB and 12GB + 1TB options.

Motorola Razr 70 series renders have surfaced online, revealing updated design and finish options ahead of launch. Shared by a tipster, the images show the Razr 70 in green and grey textured finishes, while the Razr 70 Ultra appears in blue fabric-like and wooden variants. The design remains similar to earlier leaks. The Ultra model is tipped to feature a 7-inch inner display and a 4-inch cover screen, along with a slim profile and premium material options.

Samsung has been rumoured to be developing Exynos 2700 as its next-generation flagship-grade mobile processor and the successor to the Exynos 2600. While there are still ways to go before devices powered by this chipset make it to the market, the rumour mill has already begun churning out details about the potential upgrades. A recent report suggests that Exynos 2700 could bring about notable changes in design and thermal management, potentially resulting in cooler device performance.

iQOO Neo 10 will launch in a new Alpine White colour variant in India on April 30. iQOO has shared a poster on X showcasing the phone in a new shade. The phone is already available in Inferno Red and Titanium Chrome finishes in India. It runs on a Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 chipset and features a 7,000mAh battery with 120W fast charging support. The iQOO Neo 10 has a dual rear camera unit and a 32-megapixel selfie shooter.

iQOO 15T will be launched in China in May by the Vivo sub-brand, a tipster claims. Additionally, the tech firm reportedly also plans to launch its new flagship tablet in the same month, which could be marketed as the iQOO Pad 6 Pro. Along with the launch timeline, the leaker has also shared the key specifications of the two devices. The iQOO 15T is claimed to be powered by the flagship 3nm octa core MediaTek Dimensity 9500 SoC, while the iQOO Pad 6 Pro could be equipped with Qualcomm’s 3nm octa core Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset.

Samsung unveiled the Trips feature in Samsung Wallet. This allows Galaxy users a single place to keep their trip details organised and stay one step ahead as their plans unfold. The new feature introduces a Trip timeline that displays all travel-related details in a single view. The Trips feature supports hotel bookings, flight details, car rentals, and excursions. It will be available to Galaxy phone users in select markets, including the US, UK, and Korea.

Apple’s latest iPhone 17 series is said to have run into a potential issue affecting several users. According to recent reports and online user discussions, some units are allegedly failing to power back on after their batteries are completely drained. It seems to affect all models in the Cupertino-based tech giant’s latest lineup, including the iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone Air.

Poco C81 Pro has been launched in select global markets with a 6,000mAh battery. It runs on a Unisoc T7250 chipset alongside 4GB RAM and up to 256GB storage. The Poco C81 Pro sports an AI-backed rear camera unit, including a 13-megapixel primary sensor. It features a 6,000mAh battery and supports 15W fast charging and has 6.9-inch HD+ (720x1,600 pixels) LCD panel with up to 120 Hz refresh rate.

Apple will market its first book-style foldable smartphone as the iPhone Ultra, according to a report citing industry sources. This corroborates earlier reports that the Cupertino-based tech giant is planning to adopt the Ultra branding for its rumoured foldable, which is expected to sit above iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max models. The purported iPhone Ultra will not arrive as part of the iPhone 18 lineup, which means it will not have the number 18 in its name, similar to last year’s iPhone Air. On top of this, the company will reportedly also call the rumoured MacBook model with an OLED touchscreen as the MacBook Ultra.

Vivo has launched the Vivo Y500s in China with a focus on battery life and durability. The phone features a 7200mAh battery, a 6.75-inch 120Hz display, and a Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 chipset. It offers up to 12GB RAM and 512GB storage, along with a 50-megapixel rear camera. The handset supports 44W fast charging, 5G connectivity, and runs Android 16-based OriginOS 6. It has been available in China since March 2026.

Samsung is said to be nearing the end of its long-running One UI 8.5 beta cycle, following months of testing. According to a report, the stable update for the Samsung Galaxy S25 series could begin rolling out as early as this week. It is expected to be made available in select markets before expanding globally. The development builds upon the rollout of the One UI 8.5 beta update for Galaxy S24, Galaxy Z Fold 6, and select other models last month.

Qualcomm confirmed that the Snapdragon for India event will take place on May 7. The event is expected to include new announcements about new chipsets. OnePlus is also set to launch its Nord CE 6 series around the same time. The regular Nord CE 6 has already been confirmed to ship with the Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 SoC. Vivo will launch the Vivo X300 Ultra and Vivo X300 FE in India on May 6.

Vivo Y600 Pro has been launched in China, the smartphone maker announced on Monday. Arriving as the latest addition to the tech firm's Y lineup, the Vivo Y600 Pro is set to go on sale in the country via the company's online store in four colour options. The new handset boasts a 10,200mAh battery. It is powered by an octa MediaTek Dimensity chipset. The phone has also been equipped with a dual rear camera unit, headlined by a 50-megapixel main shooter, housed inside a circular camera module, along with an LED flash.

Huawei may launch the Mate XT 2 tri-fold smartphone in October, according to a recent leak. The phone is tipped to feature a Kirin 9050 Pro chipset with a focus on AI performance. It could also include a battery larger than 6000mAh, an upgrade over its predecessor. The phone is expected to offer imaging similar to the Mate X7 series and may support stylus input. Improvements to the hinge design are also expected to reduce display creases and enhance durability.

Renders of dummy units of Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8, Galaxy Z Wide Fold, and Galaxy Z Flip 8 have been leaked online. The Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Galaxy Z Wide Fold appear to have the book-style foldable form factor. The Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Galaxy Z Flip 8 feature a similar design language to that of their predecessors. The renders suggest possible wireless charging support for the phones.

HMD Vibe 2 5G will be launched in India in May, the smartphone maker confirmed on Monday. Additionally, a dedicated microsite for the upcoming smartphone has been made live on Flipkart, confirming its availability in the country via the e-commerce platform. The handset is shown to feature a flat display, which will sport a hole-punch display cutout, which might house a camera for selfies and video calls. The phone will succeed the HMD Vibe 5G, which was launched in India in September 2025. It features a 50-megapixel camera on the back.

Apple's first foldable could be thicker than the Cupertino-based tech giant's flagship iPhone 17 Pro Max, according to the leaked internal diagrams of the smartphone. The handset is said to be 9.23mm thick in the folded state, which is marginally thicker than the iPhone 17 Pro Max's 8.75mm thickness. The camera module is shown to measure 4.46mm, which means that it could be approximately 13mm thick at its thickest point. The tech giant is expected to launch the new phone later this year, in September, along with the iPhone 18 Pro lineup.

OpenAI is said to be moving towards building new custom processors for smartphones. According to an analyst, the San Francisco-based artificial intelligence (AI) company has partnered with MediaTek and Qualcomm, and both chipmakers are expected to benefit from long-term demand if smartphones with agentic AI capabilities gain traction. The project, however, is still believed to be in the infancy stage, with mass production currently targeted for 2028.

OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite will be launched in India on May 7 with a MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Apex chipset, the smartphone maker revealed on Monday. The handset will also be equipped with a display that will refresh at up to 144Hz. On top of this, the OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite will be backed by a 7,000mAh battery, which is claimed to provide up to two days of battery life. The phone will also offer up to 144 fpa gameplay on specific titles, while delivering up to 90 fps gameplay on battle royale games. The OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite will also ship with the latest Android 16-based OxygenOS 16.

OnePlus will launch two new fast chargers alongside the Ace 6 Ultra in China on April 28. The lineup includes a 120W Small Square Bottle dual-port charger and a 100W Small Square Bottle Pro model. The 120W variant supports up to 125W combined output and can charge the Ace 6 Ultra to 68 percent in 30 minutes. Both chargers use GaN technology, feature compact designs, and ship with upgraded soft silicone cables. The Pro model is designed to support both OnePlus and third-party devices.

OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra will launch in China this week. Now, this model has been spotted on a Chinese telecom operator's website in 12GB+256GB, 16GB+256GB, 12GB+512GB, 16GB+512GB and 16GB+1TB RAM and storage options. The listing shows the phone with a 6.78-inch display, MediaTek Dimensity 9500 and a dual rear camera unit. It is listed with a 16-megapixel front-facing camera.

Apple’s incoming Chief Executive Officer (CEO), John Ternus, is said to take the reins of the Cupertino-based tech giant on September 1. In the latest edition of his ‘Power On’ newsletter, Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman writes that Tim Cook will be leaving Ternus with a strong product lineup, with multiple devices either in the development phase or awaiting launch. Moreover, Ternus will reportedly also be overseeing Apple’s entry into various new product categories. Soon after he takes charge, Apple will reportedly launch its first foldable smartphone, which could be called the iPhone Ultra.

A recent leak suggests the Vivo X500 series may arrive in 6.4-inch and 6.9-inch display variants, with the larger model likely positioned as the Pro Max. The top-end version is reportedly being tested with a 50-megapixel LOFIC primary sensor designed to improve dynamic range. It could also feature a 200-megapixel periscope telephoto camera for enhanced zoom. Vivo is additionally said to be exploring a multispectral sensor, while a 50-megapixel ultra-wide camera may complete the setup.

MediaTek has released the Dimensity 7450 and Dimensity 7450X chipsets. They are octa-core processors with a CPU configuration of four Arm Cortex-A78 cores clocked up to 2.6GHz. They support Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.4. The Dimensity 7450X is optimised for foldable phones. They feature MediaTek’s 6th-generation NPU and include MediaTek HyperEngine for improved gaming performance.

Xiaomi is said to be preparing to expand its smartphone lineup with new sub-flagship models, following the launch of the flagship Xiaomi 17 series in India and the global markets earlier this year. The upcoming lineup is expected to include two handsets — Xiaomi 17T and Xiaomi 17T Pro. While the company has yet to confirm the smartphones, the vanilla model has now surfaced on a benchmarking site, hinting at its chipset, RAM, and software details.

The 2026 foldable cycle has already begun with the launch of the Honor Magic V6 and Oppo Find N6 in China. Samsung is expected to introduce its latest book-style foldable phone globally, along with a wide-folding model, later this year. A tipster has now shared key details about the foldable phones from Vivo and Xiaomi, which may debut as the Vivo X Fold 6 and the Xiaomi Mix Fold 6, respectively.

Realme C100x will be launched in India soon, a tipster claims. The leaker has also shared an image of the smartphone’s retail box, revealing its design. The phone appears with a pill-shaped rear camera module, housing an LED flash and a dual camera system. The handset is expected to also support NFC for connectivity, the leaked image of the retail box suggests. The rumoured Realme C100x will reportedly be equipped with an 8,000mAh battery. It is expected to feature 45W wired fast charging support. The phone could be offered in two colour options, dubbed Deepblue Tide and Golden Coast.

Infinix GT 50 Pro launched in global markets with dual rear cameras and a 6.78-inch AMOLED LTPS panel. The new smartphone is equipped with shoulder triggers, and it has a 4nm MediaTek Dimensity 8400 Ultimate chipset under the hood. It carries a 6,500mAh battery with up to 45W wired fast charging support. It boasts an N1 network management chip for enhanced connectivity. The new handset uses Infinix's HydroFlow Liquid Cooling Architecture.

The Vivo X500 family is expected to be unveiled later this year, but the screen sizes of the smartphones have now leaked on the Internet. The lineup is said to include a model with a 6.37-inch LTPO flat screen with 1.5K resolution. It is also tipped to feature a handset with a 6.83-inch screen and a third model with a 6.59-inch screen. The lineup could include vanilla Vivo X500, Vivo X500 Pro, and Vivo X500 Pro Max models. They are likely to run on MediaTek Dimensity chipsets.

OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra will be equipped with an 8,600mAh battery, the tech firm confirmed on Friday. Moreover, the smartphone is confirmed to support 120W wired fast charging. The company will also equip the handset with an Oppo-branded “Glacier Battery Energy Concentration” (translated from Chinese) chip, which will help the handset offer longer battery life. The company recently revealed that the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra will sport a 1.5K (1,272 x 2,772 pixels) BOE display, offering up to 165Hz of refresh rate.

The Redmi A7 4G series is now on sale in India, including the Redmi A7 4G and Redmi A7 Pro 4G. Both offer 120Hz HD+ displays, Unisoc T7250 chipset, and 64GB storage with expansion. The Pro model brings more RAM, higher brightness, a 6,300mAh battery, and Android 16, while the standard version gets a 5,200mAh battery and Android 15. Both phones feature 13-megapixel rear cameras, reverse charging, and IP52-rated designs.

Xiaomi is reportedly returning to the book-style foldable market this year with the Xiaomi Mix Fold 5. References to the phone and its chipset were reportedly found in leaked Mi code. The new model could succeed the Xiaomi Mix Fold 4. It could run on the Xring O3 chipset. Mi code reportedly refers to a new handset with model number 2608BPX34C and the internal label Q18.

For years now, Samsung has partnered with Qualcomm to power its flagship smartphones. This has been part of a dual-chip strategy, where select markets have been reserved for models powered by Samsung’s proprietary Exynos, while Snapdragon-powered Galaxy S models have made their way to others. The US-based chipmaker has now hinted that its next-generation Snapdragon chips could also power Samsung’s future flagship smartphones, including the rumoured Samsung Galaxy S27 series, continuing their long-standing partnership.

Honor 600e has been spotted on the Geekbench benchmarking platform with the model number LNA-NX3, according to report. The smartphone is expected to be launched as the fourth smartphone in the tech firm’s Honor 600 series, which currently includes the Honor 600, Honor 600 Pro, and Honor 600 Lite. The handset was reportedly listed on the benchmarking platform with an octa core MediaTek Dimensity 7100 chipset, delivering a peak clock speed of 2.4GHz. It was listed with 8GB of RAM and Android 16.

A teardown of the Oppo Find X9 Ultra reveals its internal design, highlighting large camera modules and advanced cooling. The phone uses a multi-layer motherboard with a central cutout to accommodate its imaging system. It features a vapour chamber, graphite layers, and phase-change material for thermal management. The device packs a 7,050mAh battery with wired and wireless charging, along with symmetrical speakers, multiple sensors, and extensive sealing for durability.