Samsung, OnePlus, realme…..take your pick

Brands like OnePlus, Xiaomi and realme have already stormed the Indian markets with their affordable, user-friendly smartphones, which also boasts more advanced features. Confused which to go for? Fret not. Here’s a detailed list of the recent launches to make your job easier

Hyderabad: With Samsung unveiling its Galaxy S25 series at the much-awaited Galaxy Unpacked event on January 22, the list of launches this new year has only grown.

Brands like OnePlus, Xiaomi and realme have already stormed the Indian markets with their affordable, user-friendly smartphones, which also boasts more advanced features. Confused which to go for? Fret not. Here’s a detailed list of the recent launches to make your job easier. Read on

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OnePlus

13

• Comes with a 6.82-inch Quad-HD+ display and Hasselblad-tuned triple 50MP cameras, powered with Snapdragon 8 Elite.
• 12GB ram and 256GB storage variant to cost Rs 69,000
• 16+512GB is priced at Rs 76,999
• 24+1TB version to be retailed at starting with Rs 89,999

 

13R

• The superior version 13R has a full-HD+ display, runs on Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 and boasts 6000mAh batteries that support 100W and 80W fast charging.
• OnePlus 13R with 12+256GB to be available at Rs 42,999 and 16+512GB variant at Rs 49,999.

Poco X7 series

Comprises POCO X7 and POCO X7 Pro

 

POCO X7

• Has a 6.67-inch AMOLED 120Hz display, with a MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Ultra processor, a maximum of 12GB RAM, and 512GB storage capacity.
• The device comes with a 50MP primary camera with Optical Image Stabilisation and a 5,110mAh battery with 45W fast charging support. Price: from Rs 21,999.

POCO X7 Pro

• Has a 6.67-inch 1.5K 120Hz OLED display powered by MediaTek Dimensity 8400 Ultra processor with a 12GB of RAM and 512GB storage.
• Main camera is 50MP with OIS and a 6,550mAh battery with 90W that support quick charging. Starting price: Rs 27,999.
• The newer versions of POCO series to be available in colours like Nebula Green, yellow and obsidian black.
• The Xiaomi’s sub-brand has also launched a special Iron Man Edition of the POCO X7 Pro that is expected to cost about Rs 34,255 in select countries for a limited edition.

Itel

Zeno 10

• The entry-level smartphone offers Android 14 OS, with a 5000mAh battery.
• The 3GB variant is available at just Rs 5,699, while the 4GB variant comes for Rs 5,999.
• The smartphone offers a 6.56 inch HD+ display and a Dynamic Bar for an immersive viewing experience. The variant has an internal storage of 64GB with an 8MP rear camera and 5MP front camera.

realme 14 Pro Series 5G

• Built on TSMC’s 4nm advanced process, it offers a 64-bit octa-core processor that strikes a balance between raw power and power efficiency.
• The Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 aims to enhance user experience with 12GB+14GB of LPDDR4X Dynamic RAM and UFS 3.1 storage.
• It’s available in 4 colours — Pearl White, Suede Grey, Bikaner Purple and Jaipur Pink, the last two exclusively for Indian.
• An interesting features of the phone is that it can change its back cover’s colour based on the temperature. The back cover starts to change colour when the temperature drops below 16°C.
• The lower the temperature, the faster the colour change.
• This function, cold-sensitive colour-changing, will gradually lose effect due to daily use and is not a quality issue.
• The company has also launched the Realme Buds wireless 5 ANC that offers up to 50dB hybrid active noise cancellation, ENC call noise cancellation, as well as a 38-hour battery life.

Prices
Realme 14 Pro+ 5G
8 GB/128 GB model: : From Rs 29,999
8 GB/256 GB: Rs 31,999
12 GB/256 GB: around Rs 34,999.
Realme 14 Pro 5G
8 GB/128 GB: Rs 24,999
8 GB/256 GB: Rs 26,999

Samsung Galaxy S25 series

• Galaxy S25 series includes Galaxy S25, S25+, and S25 Ultra, packed with major upgrades in design, performance, and prices.
• As per reports, the Galaxy S25 Ultra could come with a titanium frame and a 6.9-inch M13 OLED screen with brightness of 3000 nits.
• The device might also stand out with a quad-camera arrangement featuring a 200MP primary sensor with phenomenal zoom capability.
• The S25 and S25+ are expected to possess triple-camera systems, streamlined designs, and ultra-thin bezels.
• All models of the smartphone are said to be powered with Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset from Qualcomm and up to 16GB of RAM.

Expected price
Galaxy S25: Rs 85,000
S25+: Rs 1,09,000
Premium Galaxy S25 Ultra: Rs 1,38,000
Top end 1TB model: Rs 1,70,000.

Pre-reservation
Pre-reservation is on in India, with special benefits for early subscribers. The pre-reserve window will be available on Samsung’s official website and is accessible till Jan 22 midnight.
Here’s how to Pre-reserve your favourite device:
• Click on the Pre-reserve button to add next Galaxy Pre-reserve VIP Pass.
• Pay Rs 1,999 using any prepaid payment options available on the page.
• You will receive next Galaxy Pre-reserve VIP Pass through email & message on your registered email/mobile number.
• Referral, welcome voucher, Loyalty points cannot be used for pre-reserve purchase.