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Best upcoming smartphones of August 2018

These top notch handsets stand out for their exclusive features and look. Also, look out for irresistible deals mobile deals on these after they are launched
Best upcoming smartphones of August 2018
With the advancement in the world of technology, smartphones have gained immense importance in our lives. Of late, almost all mobiles in India come with 8GB of RAM, which is pretty same to the RAM available of a normal laptop. Most smartphones have 1080 pixels display, which is also of the televisions at our homes. That’s not all, in fact the camera quality in top smartphones have evolved tremendously and is almost like a DSLR.
Compiled here are the best smartphones that are or will be launched in August 2018 along with its specs and other details.
These top notch handsets stand out for their exclusive features and look. Also, look out for irresistible deals mobile deals on these after they are launched:
Samsung Galaxy Note 9
Expected to be launched on August 22, the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 has been creating headlines ever since its introduction. The biggest highlight of this smartphone is its brand new stylus known as the S Pen. The S Pen has a low power Bluetooth integration that helps you to use it even remotely and control a lot of things.
More features of Samsung Galaxy Note 9:
Dimensions: 161.90 x 76.40 x 8.80 mm
Battery capacity: 4000 mAh
Operating System: Android v8.1 (Oreo)
Primary camera: 12 MP
Secondary camera: 8 MP
RAM: 6 GB
Colours: Midnight Black, Lavender Purple, Metallic Copper, Ocean Blue
Screen Size: 6.4 inches
Oppo F9
Oppo F9 was launched in India in August 2018 and boasts of having unmatchable features, unlike any other smartphone in India. This smartphone boasts of FHD screen that offers amazing visuals, VOOC Flash Charge for quick charge and extra ordinary camera for wonderful photos.

More features of Oppo F9:
Dimensions: 156.70 x 74.00 x 7.90 mm
Battery capacity: 3500 mAh
Operating System: Android Oreo
Primary camera: 16 MP
Secondary camera: 25 MP
RAM: 4 GB
Colours: Sunrise Red, Twilight Blue, Starry Purple
Screen Size: 6.3 inches
Vivo Y83 Pro
As per the speculations, the Vivo Y83 Pro is expected to be launched on August 27, 2018. Touted to have an upgraded version, the smartphone will be available for purchase in offline stores throughout India. This super stylish handset comes with an expandable storage support of 256GB (via microSD card).
More features of Oppo F9:
Battery capacity: 3260 mAh
Operating System: Android v8.1 (Oreo)
Primary camera: 13 MP
Secondary camera: 8 MP
RAM: 4 GB
Colours: Black, Gold
Screen Size: 6.22 inches
Nokia 6.1 Plus
The Nokia 6.1 Plus smartphone made its way to Indian gadget markets in August 2018. The phone will be exclusively available on Nokia.com/phones website and popular shopping website – Flipkart. Even before its official launch, there was a buzz that the Nokia 6.1 Plus will feature a notch inspired by the iPhone X.
More features of Nokia 6.1 Plus:
Dimensions: 147.2x70.98x7.99 mm
Battery capacity: 3060 mAh
Operating System: Android v8.1 (Oreo)
Primary camera: 16 MP + 5 MP
Secondary camera: 16 MP
RAM: 4 GB
Screen Size: 5.5 inches
DISCLAIMER: Some of the products in the article are yet to be launched, thus the specs are liable to change.
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Soumya Joy

Soumya is a technology editor with the TOI Most Searched Products, where she has been harnessing her interest in the latest gadgets and covering the tech industry since 2017. She has more than a decade of experience in creating stories and product reviewing from scratch, especially smartphones, smart devices, washing machines and other electronic gear. During her decade-plus career, she has garnered an expertise in reviewing phones, appliances and gadgets of all shapes and sizes, and mastered the understanding of everything from game consoles to air fryers. In the rare moments, when she is not exploring a new gadget, she can be found lost in her books or music, or pampering her tastebuds with different food.

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