Tech Desk 
Jan 12, 2025
This week brought top-notch smartphone launches. The handset are packed with advanced features like colossal batteries and cutting-edge cameras, leading brands such as Samsung, Vivo, OnePlus, Huawei, and more are raising the bar.
Gadinsider takes you through the latest releases and upcoming launches of smartphones in this weely roundup.
Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2025: Official date, launch plans, and what to expect
Samsung’s Galaxy Unpacked event 2025 is scheduled for January 22, unveiling the highly anticipated Galaxy S25 series, including the Galaxy S25 Ultra and S25 Slim. Powered by cutting-edge features, users can expect a flagship Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, One UI 7, and more.
Redmi Note 14 Series launched globally
Xiaomi’s Redmi 14 lineup has been officially unveiled globally, including the 4G, 5G, Pro 5G, and Pro Plus 5G models. The Pro Plus model is equipped with a high-end 200MP camera, making it an ideal choice for photography enthusiasts, paired with Snapdragon 7s Gen 3, and more.
The recently launched flagship series with premium features starts from €299 for the Note 14 5G to €499 for the Pro Plus. Available from January 15.
Vivo Y200 launched in Pakistan with advanced AI features
Vivo has officially released the Y200 in Pakistan, equipped with top-notch features, including a 120Hz AMOLED display, Snapdragon 685 processor, and AI Aura Light Portrait, powered by a 5,000mAh battery with 80W charging paired with 256GB storage.
The Vivo Y200 is priced at Rs65,999, and it will be available for pre-orders from January 11, with sales starting from January 15.
Poco X7 Pro 5G series with 90W hypercharge support launched in India
Poco unveiled the X7 5G series in India, including the X7 5G and X7 Pro 5G. The phone supports AMOLED displays, paired with MediaTek Dimensity chipsets, and a 50MP camera. The Pro model consists of 90W charging with an enlarged battery.
It starts at INR 21,999, available in several dazzling hues from January 15.
Oppo Reno 13 5G series launched in India
Oppo officially unveiled the Reno 13 5G series in India with the Reno 13 5G and Reno 13 Pro 5G featuring 80W fast charging and SignalBoost X1 chip. The Pro model features a 50MP camera, and 120x zoom, and is powered by a 5,800mAh battery, available at INR 37,999.
Nubia Music 2 with Unisoc T7200 chipset launched
Nubia officially released the Music 2 handset in Malaysia, featuring an enlarged 6.7-inch HD+ display, powered by a Unisoc T7200 processor, a 50MP back camera, and a 2.1 channel audio system with DTS:X Ultra, integrated with cutting-edge AI tools, powered by a 5,000mAh battery, and a 4GB + 128GB storage configuration.
OnePlus 13 and OnePlus 13R unveiled in India
OnePlus unveiled the OnePlus 13 and 13R in India powered by the high-end Snapdragon 8 chipsets, massive 6,000mAh batteries, and fast charging (100W for 13, 80W for 13R). The OnePlus 13 supports a 6.82-inch LTPO display, 50MP triple cameras, and up to 24GB RAM, while the 13R has a 50MP triple rear setup, offering a smooth and intuitive user experience.
Huawei Nova 13i launched with 108MP Lens in China
Huawei officially unveiled the Nova 13i in China with an enlarged 6.7-inch full-HD+ display, along with a Snapdragon 680 processor. It won’t be wrong to call it a well-nurtured photography beast, as it is equipped with a 108MP primary camera paired with up to 256GB storage.
It is offered in Blue and White colours.
Itel A80 unveiled in India with 50MP camera
The Itel A80 supports a spacious 6.7-inch HD+ display, with a 50MP primary camera, a massive 5,000mAH battery, and 4GB RAM with 128GB storage, offering ample storage.
It is powered by the flagship Unisoc T603 chipset and efficiently runs on Android 14 Go Edition for improved performance.
The Itel A80 is offered in dazzling colours, including Glacier White, Sandstone Black, and Wave Blue, for just INR 6,999.
Redmi 14C 5G launched in India
Xiaomi unveiled the Redmi 14C 5G in India with an enlarged 6.88-inch HD+ display, integrated with Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 chipset, and a 50MP dual rear camera. It offers up to 6GB RAM and 128GB storage, with a colossal 5,160mAh battery supporting 18W fast charging that fosters enhanced charging.
