New & Upcoming Smartphones in Dec 2024 (iQOO 13, Redmi Note 14 & more)

December is just around the corner, and it’s bringing some exciting upcoming smartphone launches to look forward to. From the iQOO 13 and Redmi Note 14 to the Vivo X200 and more, the lineup of new mobile phone releases in December 2024 is shaping up to be worth the wait. If the rumors are true, the Redmi Note 14 series, which already launched in China last month, is expected to be one of the most talked-about upcoming smartphones in December 2024 (India). Meanwhile, the iQOO 13, a flagship gaming phone, is confirmed for a December 3rd release.

With a mix of flagships and affordable options, this December is definitely bringing something for everyone. It’s going to be an exciting end to the year!

Before we get to reading about the new smartphone launches, here are a few key stats about the smartphone market in India as of November 2024.

• Vivo holds the no.1 spot in India in terms of market share

• Among the top five brands, realme was the fastest-growing brand with a 69% YoY increase.

• Smartphone ASPs (average selling price) grew 0.9% YoY and 3.8% QoQ, at US $258 (₹21,781)

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iQOO 13, the latest flagship phone from Vivo sub-brand, iQOO is all set to launch in December, 2024. The phone packs in What Qualcomm calls the world’s fastest CPU, Snapdragon 8 Elite which has 31% higher CPU Clock Speed compared to the previous Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 in iQOO 12. If that’s not enough to make it one of the most popular upcoming smartphone launches in December in India, the brand has also introduced a new “Energy Halo” design which is an LED strip around the camera module that changes its colors based on the type of actions such as calls, notifications, etc. 

Here’s a quick look of iQOO Energy Halo Light:

This new upcoming smartphone launch by iQOO is also special as it boasts a mega-sized 6000mAh battery over the 5000mAh battery in iQOO 12 - that’s hands down a great upgrade. Speaking of its battery, the upcoming flagship boasts a 120W charging similar to iQOO 12. On the camera front, the flagship is expected to feature a triple 50MP setup: a Sony IMX921 primary sensor (as seen in the Vivo V40 Pro), a 50MP ultra-wide-angle lens, and a 50MP 3x telephoto lens.

Catch more details below about this upcoming smartphone launch in India in 2024 December.

The brand new iQOO 13 is already launched in China and the upcoming smartphone is confirmed to launch in India on December 3, 12:00 PM on Amazon. The official Amazon iQOO 13 teaser page is live.

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What is the expected price of iQOO 13 in India?

The expected price of iQOO 13 in India can be between ₹52,999 to ₹54,999 for the base variant.

Now that iQOO 13 launch in India is closer than ever, iQOO 12 recently got a price cut.

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We have already mentioned some of the key specs of iQOO 13 above. But here are a couple more specifications that make this new smartphone launch in December 2024 absolutely worth waiting for.

• iQOO 13 will also get the in-house iQOO Q2 chip along with SD 8 Gen 4 (Elite)

• iQOO calls it as as the World’s First Q10 2K 144Hz Ultra Eyecare Display

• iQOO 13 just like iQOO 12 has BMW Motorsport as its premium partner

• The upcoming smartphone by iQOO also comes with an IP68 and IP69 rating (better than IP64 in its predecessor iQOO 12) as well as supports up to 16GB RAM & 1TB onboard storage.

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Redmi Note 13 series were launched earlier this year at the start of January month and it is highly expected that Redmi would launch another Redmi Note series by the end of this year. The Redmi Note 14 series are launched in China in the month of September and thus its expected that the Redmi Note 14 series launch date in India soon around December-end, 2024. Moreover, this is further confirmed by Xiaomi CMO Anuj Sharma who said “This is the first time since 2022 that the Xiaomi subsidiary is set to launch more than one generation of Redmi Note series phones in a year & that the company is ready to return to its dual-launch approach.” Thus giving them a place on our list of the new and upcoming smartphone launches in December.

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As mentioned above, the Redmi Note 14 series has already debuted in China in the month of September. Moreover, a Xiaomi executive has also talked about the company returning to its “dual-launch” approach. Thus we can expect the Redmi Note 14 series launch date in India to be around December-end, possibly December 31st, 2024. However, note that these are only rumored details so take them with a pinch of salt.

Coming up next on our list of the upcoming smartphone launches in India 2024 is the Realme Narzo 70 Curve. This new addition to the Narzo 70 series has already got people talking, and for good reason. Known for dominating the ₹15,000–₹20,000 price range, the Narzo lineup has been giving brands like Motorola, iQOO, and Redmi some serious competition.

This upcoming smartphone launch by Realme is expected to debut in India by the end of December. Given all Realme Narzo 70 series phones run on the MTK Dimensity, it’s safe to assume, Narzo 70 Curve will also pack a MediaTek Dimensity chipset, just like its siblings. Plus, the name “Curve” pretty much hints at a 6.67 inches curved display. Not a lot is confirmed about this upcoming mobile phone just yet, so take everything with a pinch of salt. But if the rest of the Narzo series is anything to go by, this one’s definitely worth keeping on your radar!

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The Vivo X200 is yet another upcoming flagship mobile phone release, and all eyes are on it - thanks to that flagship-level camera Vivo brings with its X series phones. The Vivo X200 lineup includes Vivo X200, X200 Pro and the X200 Pro Mini. However if we buy into the latest leaks and rumors, the Chinese smartphone company might not launch their Vivo X200 Mini in India (similar to the Vivo X100 series).

When it comes to Vivo, you can bet your last penny they’re bringing their A-game. The Vivo X200 Pro packs a 200MP ZEISS APO Telephoto Camera, supports 4K HDR Cinematic Portrait Video, and runs on a powerhouse Dimensity 9400 chip paired with Vivo’s custom V3 chip. Throw in a massive 6,000mAh battery with 90W fast charging, and you’ve got a flagship that’s ready to set the bar sky-high.

Vivo X200 is set to launch in Malaysia on 19th November, just over a month after being launched in China. In India, if we go by the Vivo X100 series timeline, which launched on January 4th this year, the upcoming Vivo smartphone series in India could very well make its debut by December-end or in the first week of January 2025.

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Oppo, a Chinese smartphone manufacturer is on our list of the upcoming mobile phone releases in India for its flagship Oppo Find X8 Series that are launching globally on November 21st, 2024 along with ColourOS 15. Oppo’s promising big things—think killer cameras, long-lasting batteries, and a sleek, lightweight design. Let’s know a few more key details about this rumored upcoming smartphone launch.

The lineup will include two models: Oppo Find X8 and Oppo Find X8 Pro. Both phones will feature the latest & greatest from Mediatek, the MTK Dimensity 9400 chipset. The pro model gets a 5910mAh battery while the non-pro version will boast a 5630mAh battery. In terms of design Oppo Find X8 features a 6.59” display, 7.85mm thickness (same as the iPhone 14 Pro) and 1.45mm borders.

Oppo Find X8 Pro on the other hand gets a slightly bigger 6.78” display and debuts OPPO's dual-periscope telephoto camera for global markets. Oh, and let’s not forget ColorOS 15! Oppo is rolling out some fresh AI-powered features

The Oppo Find X8 Series global launch event is all set to take place on 21st November, 13:00 PM in Bali, Indonesia which is 10:30 AM in India. There’s no official announcement yet on the Oppo Find X8 launch date in India. However leaks and rumors suggest that the upcoming smartphone release will likely take place by December 2024. Speaking of Oppo Find X8 pricing, the base model starts from CNY 4,199 (₹49,320) and the Oppo Find X8 Pro version starts from CNY 5,299 (₹62,220). In India, the pricing will of course be 10% to 25% higher.

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So this was all about sharing a few of the most popular upcoming smartphone launches in India in December 2024. We would try our best to update this list with any other new mobile phone launch that may come up.

While December might be a little quiet for smartphone launches, January is set to kick things into high gear with some big names hitting the scene. From the iPhone SE4 and Samsung S25 Series to the Poco F7 Pro and iQOO Neo 9 Pro, it’s looking like a packed month ahead for smartphone geeks.

The iQOO Neo 9 Pro is already making waves, with pre-reservations open in China and it’s flying off the shelves before the official release.

Nevertheless, if you are planning to find the best smartphones under ₹10,000 in India, be sure to read this article of ours:

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