The Indian smartphone market is abuzz with anticipation as four major players prepare to unleash their latest innovations: the Nothing Phone 3, OnePlus Nord CE 5, Vivo T4 Ultra, and Poco F7. These upcoming devices promise to shake up various segments, offering consumers a compelling blend of cutting-edge technology, sleek designs, and competitive pricing. In this article, we delve into the expected launch dates, key specifications, and rumored pricing of these highly anticipated smartphones, providing a comprehensive overview for prospective buyers.
Vivo T4 Ultra:
The Vivo T4 Ultra is set to launch in India on Wednesday, June 11, 2025, at 12:00 PM IST, via an online event livestreamed on Vivo’s YouTube channel. With an expected price of around Rs 35,000, it aims to be a strong contender in the mid-range segment.
Powering the Vivo T4 Ultra is anticipated to be a MediaTek Dimensity 9300-series chipset, promising near-flagship performance. The display is rumored to be a 6.67-inch AMOLED panel with a 120Hz refresh rate. Software-wise, it should launch with Funtouch OS 15 out of the box.
For photography, the device is likely to feature a versatile triple camera system. This could include a 50MP primary sensor with OIS, a 50MP periscope telephoto lens (a notable inclusion in this segment), and a 12MP ultrawide shooter.
Poco F7:
While Poco has not yet confirmed official pricing, reports suggest the Poco F7 could start at Rs 34,999 for the base variant, potentially reaching Rs 39,999. This marks a price increase compared to its predecessor, the Poco F6, which launched at Rs 29,999.
The Poco F7 is expected to boast a 6.83-inch flat OLED LTPS display with a 120Hz refresh rate. Under the hood, it’s rumored to be powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 processor, paired with up to 16GB RAM and 512GB storage. The Indian variant is specifically anticipated to feature a large 7,550 mAh battery with 90W fast charging support. It is likely to run on Android 15-based HyperOS 2.0 and may include IP68/IP69 water and dust resistance and an IR blaster.
In terms of cameras, the Poco F7 could offer a 50MP primary shooter and an 8MP secondary lens on the rear, complemented by a 20MP front-facing camera for selfies.
OnePlus Nord CE 5:
The OnePlus Nord CE 5 is expected to launch in India in June, with an anticipated price of around Rs 25,000. According to tipster Debayan Roy, it will feature a 6.7-inch Full HD+ OLED flat display with a 120Hz refresh rate.
A significant change from its predecessor is the rumored chipset: the Nord CE 5 is likely to be powered by MediaTek’s Dimensity 8350. A standout feature could be its large 7,100mAh battery, one of the biggest seen in a OnePlus phone, coupled with 80W fast charging support.
Camera specifications include a dual-rear setup with a 50-megapixel primary sensor (Sony’s LYTIA LYT-600) and an 8-megapixel ultra-wide lens (Sony IMX355). For selfies, a 16-megapixel front-facing camera is expected. Other potential features include 8GB RAM, up to 256GB of storage, an in-display fingerprint sensor, an IR blaster, a hybrid SIM slot, and a single speaker.
Nothing Phone 3:
The Nothing Phone (3) with 12GB RAM + 256GB storage is tipped to be priced at USD 799 (approximately Rs. 68,320), which is a USD 100 increase over the equivalent Nothing Phone (2) variant. Nothing CEO Carl Pei has confirmed that the Phone 3 will incorporate top-tier materials, significant performance enhancements, and refined software improvements.
Come to Play.
— Nothing (@nothing) June 3, 2025
Phone (3). 1 July, 18:00 BST. pic.twitter.com/9afIpKao1s
Interestingly, posts on Nothing’s social media channels suggest a major design overhaul, potentially ditching the iconic Glyph lighting system.
Optics on the Nothing Phone 3 could include a 50MP triple rear camera setup and a 32MP front-facing camera. The display is expected to be a 6.77-inch AMOLED LTPO panel offering a 120Hz refresh rate and up to 3,000 nits of peak brightness.
