India’s smartphone market is gearing up for a busy week, with three major launches lined up between December 15 and December 17. The upcoming devices cover a wide price and performance range, targeting buyers looking for sleek design, long battery life, or near-flagship power. From Motorola’s ultra-slim Edge 70 to Realme’s battery-focused Narzo lineup and OnePlus’s performance-heavy 15R, here’s a closer look at what’s coming.
Motorola Edge 70: Slim Design Meets Balanced Performance
Motorola opens the week with the launch of the Edge 70, a phone that places strong emphasis on design without ignoring everyday usability. Measuring around 5.9mm in thickness, it is among the slimmest smartphones currently launching in India.
Despite the thin profile, Motorola has managed to include a 5,000mAh battery, paired with 68W wired fast charging and 15W wireless charging. This combination is expected to deliver a good balance between endurance and charging convenience.
The Edge 70 features a 6.67-inch Super HD Extreme AMOLED display with HDR10+ support, aimed at users who prioritise display quality for media consumption. Camera duties are handled by a triple rear camera setup with 50MP sensors, while the front camera caters to selfies and video calls.
Powering the device is the Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 processor, paired with up to 8GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage. Motorola has also confirmed three years of Android updates, which adds long-term value for buyers planning to hold on to their phones longer.
Realme Narzo 90 Series: Big Batteries and Practical Features
Launching on December 16, the Realme Narzo 90 series focuses on users who want maximum battery life and durability at accessible prices. The lineup includes the Narzo 90 and Narzo 90x, both sharing a similar philosophy but catering to slightly different needs.
The standard Narzo 90 stands out with its 7,000mAh battery, supported by 60W fast charging. It features a high-brightness display capable of reaching up to 4,000 nits, making it suitable for outdoor use. The phone also includes a dual 50MP camera setup and carries IP66, IP68, and IP69 ratings, offering strong protection against dust and water. Realme has added AI-based tools such as AI Edit Genie and AI Editor to enhance photo editing.
The Narzo 90x targets users who prefer smoother visuals and multimedia performance. It comes with a 144Hz display, peak brightness of 1,200 nits, and enhanced stereo speakers claimed to deliver up to 400 percent louder sound. The phone also features a 50MP Sony AI camera and shares the same 7,000mAh battery with 60W charging. Both models are expected to be priced below ₹20,000.
OnePlus 15R: Near-Flagship Performance Without the Premium Price
Wrapping up the week on December 17 is the OnePlus 15R, positioned as a performance-focused smartphone for power users. The highlight here is the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chipset, making it one of the first phones in India to feature this processor.
The phone is backed by a 7,400mAh battery with 80W fast charging, aimed at delivering long usage times with minimal downtime. It sports a 1.5K AMOLED display with a 165Hz refresh rate and peak brightness of 1,800 nits, catering to gamers and content consumers alike.
Camera capabilities include support for 4K video recording at 120fps, while features such as TÜV Rheinland eye-care certification and OnePlus’s DetailMax Engine enhance viewing comfort and image processing.
Final Word
This week’s launches highlight how smartphone brands are focusing on distinct strengths rather than one-size-fits-all devices. Whether it’s slim design, massive battery capacity, or flagship-level performance, buyers will have multiple compelling options to choose from across price segments.
