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Updated · thesouthindiatimes.com · May 18
Motorola, Oppo, Realme and HMD Ready India Smartphone Launches From Under Rs10,000 to Rs100,000
Updated
Updated · thesouthindiatimes.com · May 18

Motorola, Oppo, Realme and HMD Ready India Smartphone Launches From Under Rs10,000 to Rs100,000

6 articles · Updated · thesouthindiatimes.com · May 18
  • India’s smartphone market is set for a crowded launch week, with Motorola, Oppo, Realme and HMD preparing devices that span budget 5G models to ultra-premium flagships.
  • Oppo’s Find X9 Ultra is expected to headline the lineup with a 200MP camera, Snapdragon chip and AMOLED display, with pricing likely above Rs100,000; Oppo may also unveil the lower-priced Find X9s.
  • Motorola is targeting the midrange with the Moto G37 Power—reportedly carrying a 7,000mAh battery and priced below Rs20,000—while Realme’s 16T could push battery capacity to 8,000mAh.
  • HMD is expected to compete at the low end with the Vibe 2 5G, pairing a 6,000mAh battery and 50MP camera at a price that may stay under Rs10,000.
  • The wave of launches reflects intensifying competition in India, where brands are leaning on bigger batteries, faster charging, cameras and AI features to offer stronger value across price tiers.
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