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Top 5 Android smartphones set to launch in 2018 itself
The year 2018 has been quite eventful for smartphone aficionados. So far, we've seen a bunch of devices from Xiaomi, OPPO, Vivo, Huawei, and Samsung. We have also welcomed the latest OnePlus flagships, and the latest iPhones and Pixel phones. However, as we inch towards 2019, there's more in store for everyone. Here are the top 5 smartphones set to launch in India soon.
Huawei Mate 20 Pro: To be launched on November 27
Huawei Mate 20 Pro features a 6.39-inch QHD+ OLED display, a 40MP+20MP+8MP triple rear-camera setup, a 24MP selfie snapper, and 3D face unlock. It is powered by HiSilicon Kirin 980 processor, paired with 6GB/8GB RAM, and 128GB/256GB of expandable storage. Further, the phone runs Android Pie-based EMUI 9.0, packs a 4,200mAh battery with support for 40W SuperCharge technology and offers reverse wireless charging also.
OPPO R17 Pro: To be launched on December 4
OPPO R17 Pro sports a 6.4-inch full HD+ display, an in-display fingerprint sensor, and Corning Gorilla Glass 6 protection. It features a 12MP+20MP dual rear-camera paired with a Time-of-Flight 3D camera and a 25MP front camera. The phone is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 710 processor, paired with 6GB RAM, 128GB of internal storage and a 3,700mAh battery with support for SuperVOOC Flash Charge.
ASUS ROG Phone: To be launched on November 29
ASUS' gaming-centric ROG Phone features a 6-inch full-HD+ AMOLED display with 90Hz refresh rate, 12MP+8MP dual-rear camera setup and an 8MP front camera. It runs on Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 chipset, paired with 8GB of RAM, 128/512GB inbuilt storage, Android-based ROG Gaming UI, and a 4,000mAh battery. The phone comes with a 3D vapor-chamber cooling system, two programmable ultrasonic AirTriggers, and advanced force-feedback haptic.
Realme U1: To be launched on November 28
Spec-wise, very little is known about Realme U1 phone. However, we do know that it will feature a Dewdrop notch display - just like Realme 2 Pro. It will also sport a dual-rear camera setup and rear-mounted fingerprint sensor, both housed in a glass panel. Further, Realme U1 will be powered by MediaTek Helio P70 processor and come with "the most-powerful selfie camera ever".
Honor 8C: To be launched on November 29
The Honor 8C sports a 6.26-inch HD+ notched display, a 13MP+2MP dual rear-camera, and an 8MP selfie shooter. It is powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 626 processor, 4GB of RAM, and 32GB of internal storage (expandable upto 256GB). In India, 4GB/64GB and 6GB/64GB configurations are also expected. Further, the Honor 8C runs Android Oreo-based EMUI 8.2 and packs a 4,000mAh battery.
