Highlights

• Major brands including Google, Samsung, and Vivo set to unveil new smartphones in October 2023.
• Advanced features in display technology, battery life, and camera setups across various models.
• The OnePlus Open might be one of the most expensive offerings with a price tag of around Rs 1.2 lakh.
• The Google Pixel 8 series is expected to set new standards in camera technology and screen displays.

October 2023 is shaping up to be a significant month for smartphone launches, with several major manufacturers slated to unveil their latest devices.

From power-packed flagships boasting the latest chipsets to models focusing on exceptional camera capabilities, the month promises something for every tech aficionado.

As rumours and official teasers continue to surface, anticipation is building for launches from brands such as Google, Samsung, Vivo, Realme, and OnePlus.

Consumers and industry experts alike are eagerly awaiting to see which innovations will set new benchmarks for design, performance, and user experience.

Vivo V29: October 4^th

 Expected Specs

• Display: 6.78-inch Curved AMOLED, 1.5K resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, 100% DCI-P3, HDR10+
• Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G, Adreno 642L GPU
• Memory and Storage: 8GB LPDDR4X RAM, 256GB storage
• OS: Funtouch OS 13, Android 13
• Cameras: 50MP + 8MP + 2MP
• Front Camera: 50MP with dual LED flash
• Battery: 4600mAh, 80W fast charging, USB Type-C

The Vivo V29 5G is expected to bring an array of high-quality features to the market, if leaked specifications are any indication.

The device is anticipated to sport a 6.78-inch Curved AMOLED display with a 1.5K resolution.

This screen is also expected to offer a 120Hz refresh rate, full DCI-P3 colour coverage, and HDR10+ support.
Under the hood, the phone could be powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G processor, coupled with an Adreno 642L GPU.

The phone’s camera setup is said to include a 50MP primary camera with OIS, an 8MP ultra-wide lens, and a 2MP tertiary sensor, along with Aura light flash.

A 50MP front-facing camera with dual LED flash is also expected.
The device is anticipated to offer 8GB of LPDDR4X RAM and 256GB internal storage.

Battery life could be robust with a 4600mAh unit, supported by 80W fast charging via a USB Type-C port.

The phone might also feature an in-display fingerprint scanner for security, stereo speakers for high-res audio, and IP68 dust and water resistance.

The device is expected to measure 164.18 x 74.37 x 7.46mm and weigh 186 grams.

Realme GT 5 Pro: Late October

Expected Specs

• Likely to feature Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, not Gen 3
• Potential launch in mid-October 2023
• Octa-core performance: 3.2 GHz Single Core + 2.8 GHz Quad core + 2 GHz Tri core
• Display: 6.74 inches AMOLED with 451 PPI and a 144 Hz Refresh Rate
• Camera setup: 200MP + 13MP + 2MP
• Battery: 4700 mAh with Super VOOC Charging and USB Type-C Port

Although it was initially speculated that the Realme GT 5 Pro would feature the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset, new insights suggest it’s more likely to come with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2.

Given this new information, the device is now expected to potentially make its debut in mid-October 2023.
It is also not likely that the GT 5 Pro will land in the Indian markets.

The leak also reveals that the Realme GT 5 Pro will feature a sizable 5400mAh battery, coupled with a 100W fast-charging capability.

Additionally, Realme plans to incorporate a periscope lens in its upcoming flagship device.

The rest of the specs are as of this moment unknown but expect an AMOLED panel with at least a 120Hz refresh rate solution on board or even a 144Hz panel.

There will be super-fast charging capabilities on board and a large 4,700mAh battery is touted to power the handset.

Galaxy S23 FE: Mid-October

Expected Specs

• Likely to be powered by Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 
• Display: 6.4-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2x, 60Hz-120Hz refresh rate, peak brightness of 1450 nits
• Memory: 8GB LPDDR5 RAM, storage options of 128GB/256GB
• Camera: 50MP + 12MP + 8MP
• Battery: 4500mAh with 25W fast charging support

In the United States and Canada, the anticipated “Fan Edition” of the Galaxy S23 series or the S23 FE is expected to run on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chipset.

In the Indian market, it is also expected that the Galaxy S23 FE will sport the same chipset although we might also see the Exynos variety.

The handset is speculated to feature a 6.4-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2x display with adjustable refresh rates ranging from 60Hz to 120Hz and a peak brightness level of up to 1450 nits.

As for memory, it’s likely to be available with 8GB LPDDR5 RAM and storage options of 128GB and 256GB.

The smartphone is also rumoured to feature a triple camera setup, which includes a 50 MP primary sensor with OIS, a 12 MP ultra-wide lens, and an 8 MP telephoto lens.

When it comes to power, reports indicate that the device could come with a 4500mAh battery, supported by 25W fast charging.

The official release date has not been confirmed, but speculations point toward an October launch.

Tecno Phantom V Flip: October 1

Expected Specs

• Available for sale on Amazon from October 1st, priced at Rs 49,999
• Inner Display: 6.9-inch full-HD+ AMOLED, 1000 nits brightness
• Outer Display: 1.32-inch circular AMOLED with Always-On feature
• Processor: MediaTek Dimensity 8050 SoC, Arm Mali-G77 GPU
• Memory: 8GB LPDDR4X RAM (extendable to 16GB), 256GB UFS 3.1 storage
• OS: Android 13.5 with two years of OS updates and three years of security patches
• Rear Camera: 64MP + 13MP
• Battery: 4,000mAh with 45W fast charging

The Phantom V Flip 5G is set to go on sale via Amazon starting October 1st, priced at Rs 49,999.

The device features a 6.9-inch full-HD+ flexible AMOLED inner screen with a brightness capacity of 1000 nits.
Additionally, it has a 1.32-inch circular AMOLED cover panel with an Always-On display, allowing users to reply to messages directly from it.

Under the hood, the foldable smartphone is equipped with a MediaTek Dimensity 8050 SoC and an Arm Mali-G77 GPU.

It comes with 8GB of LPDDR4X RAM, which can be virtually expanded up to 16GB, and offers 256GB of UFS 3.1 onboard storage.

Running on Android 13.5, the device is committed to providing two years of OS updates and three years of security patches.

For photography, the device features a dual-camera setup at the back, including a 64-MP primary sensor and a 13-MP wide-angle sensor, complemented by a Quad Flashlight unit.
The front camera, located in a central hole-punch, is a 32-MP sensor.

Connectivity options encompass 5G, Wi-Fi 6, NFC, and Bluetooth 5.1. Interestingly, the phone also supports Ella GPT 3.0.

The device is powered by a 4,000mAh battery that supports 45W wired fast charging.

When it comes to dimensions, it measures 171.72mm x 74.05mm x 6.95mm when unfolded and 88.77mm x 74.05mm x 14.95mm when folded.

OnePlus Open: Rumoured October 19th

 Expected Specs

• Expected price around Rs 1.2 lakh
• Processor: Anticipated Snapdragon 8+ Gen 2 or Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
• Memory: Up to 16GB LPDDR5X RAM, up to 512GB UFS 4.0 storage
• Main Display: 7.8-inch QHD+ OLED, 120Hz refresh rate
• Cover Display: 6.3-inch fullHD+ OLED, 120Hz refresh rate
• Battery: 4,800mAh with 67W fast wired charging (wireless charging TBD)
• Cameras: 50MP + 48MP + 64MP
• Software: Android 13 with foldable-adapted OxygenOS 13, expected Android 14 update within the year

The OnePlus Open, rumoured for an October 19th announcement, could offer some of the most advanced specs in the smartphone market.

The device might be powered by either the upcoming Snapdragon 8+ Gen 2 SoC or the existing Snapdragon 8 Gen 2.
Rumors suggest up to 16GB of LPDDR5X RAM and as much as 512GB of UFS 4.0 storage.

Display features include a 7.8-inch QHD+ OLED main screen and a 6.3-inch fullHD+ OLED secondary screen, both with 120Hz refresh rates.
A 4,800mAh battery is anticipated, supported by 67W fast wired charging, though wireless charging remains uncertain.

Camera capabilities may be headlined by a 50MP main sensor, along with a 48MP ultrawide and a 64MP telephoto periscope lens.
Hasselblad is expected to be involved in the camera setup.
Dual 32MP selfie cameras, one for each display, are also on the rumor list.

The phone will likely come with Android 13 pre-installed, with OxygenOS 13 optimized for foldable devices.

Android 14 updates could follow later this year. The projected price for the device is around Rs 1.2 lakh.

Pixel 8 and 8 Pro: October End

 Expected Specs

• Google Pixel 8: 6.17-inch Full HD AMOLED, 120Hz; Google Pixel 8 Pro: 6.7-inch OLED, 120Hz
• Pixel 8: Dual cameras, 50MP primary, Sony IMX386 ultra-wide; Pixel 8 Pro: Triple cameras, 50MP + 64MP + 48MP
• Front Cameras: 11MP on both models
• Storage Options: Pixel 8 – 8GB RAM, 128/256GB; Pixel 8 Pro – 12GB RAM, 128/256/512GB
• Estimated Price: Pixel 8 – EUR 799 (Rs 70,000); Pixel 8 Pro – EUR 1099 (Rs 96,500)

The Google Pixel 8 series, including a standard and a Pro variant, could offer compelling features if leaked specifications are to be believed.

Both models are expected to be powered by high-performance hardware, offer top-of-the-line camera setups, and come in different storage configurations.

The standard Pixel 8 may feature a 6.17-inch Full HD AMOLED display, while the more advanced Pixel 8 Pro is rumoured to boast a 6.7-inch OLED display.
Both screens could offer a 120Hz refresh rate.

Camera-wise, the Pixel 8 could come with a dual-camera setup featuring a 50MP primary sensor and a Sony IMX386 ultra-wide sensor.

On the other hand, the Pixel 8 Pro is expected to sport a triple camera array, including 50MP, 64MP, and 48MP sensors.
An 11MP front-facing camera might be common to both models.

The Pixel 8 could offer 8GB of RAM paired with either 128GB or 256GB storage options.

The Pro variant is tipped to have three options: 12GB of RAM with storage capacities of 128GB, 256GB, or 512GB.

In terms of pricing, the Pixel 8 could start at approximately EUR 799 (about  Rs. 70,000), while the Pixel 8 Pro may begin at EUR 1099 (about Rs 96,500).

VIVO V29 KEY SPECIFICATIONS

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REALME GT 5 PRO KEY SPECIFICATIONS

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Samsung Galaxy S23 FE Specs

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Tecno Phantom V Flip 5G Key Specs

ONEPLUS OPEN SPECIFICATIONS

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GOOGLE PIXEL 8 KEY SPECIFICATIONS

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GOOGLE PIXEL 8 PRO KEY SPECIFICATIONS

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FAQs

Ques) What Brands Are Expected to Launch Smartphones in October 2023?

Expect launches from Google, Samsung, Vivo, Realme, and OnePlus. Each brand is anticipated to offer unique features tailored to various user needs.

Ques) What Kind of Display Technology Can We Expect?

Leading brands are focusing on AMOLED and OLED displays, with refresh rates varying between 60Hz and 144Hz. HDR10+ and DCI-P3 coverage are other highlights.

Ques) How Are Brands Innovating in Camera Technology?

Brands are offering camera setups with multiple sensors. For instance, the Realme GT 5 Pro is expected to feature a 200MP primary camera, and the Google Pixel 8 series might showcase up to three different sensors.

Ques) What About Battery Life and Charging?

Fast charging technologies are expected to be a common feature, with power capacities ranging from 4500mAh to 4800mAh.