Anticipated Smartphones for 2019: Major Releases and Innovations
Key Takeaways
- Samsung to launch Galaxy S10 series and Galaxy Note 10 with high expectations
- Sony Xperia XZ4 features SD 855 SoC, 52MP camera, and 21:9 AMOLED display
- Multiple brands including Huawei, OPPO, and Motorola planning foldable smartphones
The smartphone market is preparing for an exhilarating year in 2019, with leading manufacturers ready to introduce a variety of groundbreaking devices. From foldable displays to advanced camera systems, this year promises significant advancements across the industry.
Samsung is set to dominate early 2019 with the launch of the Galaxy S10 trio on February 20, just before MWC, followed by the Galaxy Note 10 later in the year. The company has already started 2019 with new models from the M-series and plans to continue with the A-series, a 5G-enabled S10+, and potentially a foldable smartphone. Sony is also making headlines with the Xperia XZ4, featuring a SD 855 SoC, 6GB of RAM, 128GB of expandable memory, a 4400mAh battery, a 21:9 AMOLED display, and a standout 52MP f/1.6 aperture camera sensor, though it won't go on sale until mid-summer.
Nokia is preparing to launch the Nokia 9 PureView, confirmed to feature a five-camera setup and a 5.99-inch punch hole display, though it will run on the Snapdragon 845 instead of the newer 855. HTC is rumored to refresh the HTC U12 Life with more RAM and storage options, while LG plans to launch the LG G8 or LG V50 ThinQ on February 24 at MWC 2019, potentially featuring a Snapdragon 855 SoC, vapor cooling chamber, 4000mAh battery, and a 4K LCD sound-emitting display.
Huawei will unveil a foldable smartphone with 5G connectivity at MWC this year, along with the Huawei P30, rumored to include the Kirin 980 processor, a multi-camera setup, and an in-display fingerprint sensor. OnePlus will likely launch a 5G-enabled device in May, possibly an updated OnePlus 6T. Motorola may introduce the Razr V4 foldable smartphone at MWC, while also hosting an event in Brazil on February 7 that could see the launch of the new G7 series.
OPPO is set to announce a foldable smartphone at MWC 2019, with rumors suggesting it may become available worldwide. The company is also expected to launch a phone with a 10x optical zoom lens alongside the F11 series, and possibly a successor to the Find X named the OPPO Find Z. Vivo will reveal the Apex 2019 concept with a full display fingerprint sensor and 5G connectivity, along with the Vivo V15 and V15 Pro, and several new models from the Y series.
Xiaomi aims to regain its leading position in China and plans to launch several devices this year, including the second iteration of the Pocophone, the MI 9, MI A3, MI Mix 4, a foldable Xiaomi smartphone, and models from the Redmi 7 series. Apple is expected to follow up on the iPhone XR, XS, and XS Max with new flagships in mid-2019, while also seeing a resurgence in the iPhone X through refurbished models. Google plans to release the Pixel 3 Lite XL, featuring an octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon processor, with launch details and pricing to be announced soon, while the Pixel 4 family is expected in October.
