February is set to be an exciting month for smartphone enthusiasts. Samsung is gearing up to unveil its next-generation premium Galaxy S26 series, while brands such as Vivo, Realme, Poco, and Motorola are also ready to introduce new models.
In total, over 14 smartphones are expected to launch this month, covering everything from budget-friendly options to high-end flagships. Some of these devices are tipped to offer standout features like massive 9000mAh batteries and 200MP cameras. 1. iQOO 15 Ultra
Launch Date: February 4 The IQ 15 Ultra smartphone will be launched in China on February 4, 2026, after which it will be introduced in the Indian market. This will be the first ‘Ultra’ phone from Vivo’s sub-brand IQ. According to media reports, the phone will have a large 6.85-inch flat screen, which will feature Samsung’s LTPO technology and deliver 2K quality pictures. For performance, it will have a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor. Along with this, it may come with up to 24GB RAM and up to 1TB storage. The phone will feature a large 7400mAh battery with 100W wireless charging support. Talking about the camera, there will be 3 cameras of 50-50 megapixels on the rear. One of these will be a telephoto camera offering up to 3x optical zoom and will come with good stabilization to prevent blurry photos. On the front, there will be a 32-megapixel selfie camera. 2. OPPO K14x 5G
Launch Date: February 10 Oppo will launch its new 5G smartphone, the Oppo K14x, in India on February 10, 2026, as part of its K-series. The K14x has been designed keeping students, gamers, and value-focused users in mind. Its biggest strength is the large 6500mAh battery. The company claims that once charged, you will be able to enjoy hours of gaming, videos, and calling. It will also come with a 45W fast charger. Speaking of the camera, it features a 50MP rear camera, which will come with features like AI Eraser, AI Unblur, AI Reflection Remover, and AI Best Shot. The phone could feature a 6.75-inch HD+ display with a 120Hz refresh rate and up to 1125 nits of peak brightness. For performance, the OPPO K14x will get a MediaTek Dimensity 6300 processor. 3. iQOO 15R
Launch Date: February 24 The iQOO 15R will be one of the most powerful smartphones launching this month. It could be a rebranded version of the iQOO Z11 Turbo, which was launched in China. The smartphone is expected to feature a 6.59-inch 1.5K AMOLED display, which will come with a 144Hz refresh rate and extremely high peak brightness. For performance, it could be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 processor, which will be introduced with OriginOS 6 based on Android 16. The phone could support up to 16GB RAM and 1TB storage. Talking about the camera, the iQOO 15R could feature a 200MP primary camera with OIS, along with an 8MP ultra-wide camera. For selfies, it is expected to have a 32MP front camera. The phone may feature a 7600mAh silicon-carbon battery and 100W fast charging support. Additionally, IP68 and IP69 ratings also place it in the category of premium and rugged smartphones. In India, its price is expected to be less than Rs 50,000. Also read: Epstein files back again, with tech’s biggest names in spotlight, Bill Gates and Elon Musk are among the figures
4. Samsung Galaxy S26 Series
Launch Date: February 25 (Expected)
Korean tech company Samsung will launch its next-generation premium Galaxy S26 smartphone series in February 2026. However, the company has officially announced the launch date. This flagship series will introduce Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26+, and Galaxy S26 Ultra smartphones. According to media reports, Samsung is changing the camera hardware of the Galaxy S26 and S26+ this time. Both models may feature a new 12MP Samsung ISOCELL S5K3LD telephoto sensor instead of the old 10MP telephoto sensor, while the 12MP Sony IMX564 ultra-wide sensor will be used as before. Additionally, the primary camera may also be upgraded with a new 50MP Samsung ISOCELL S5KGNG sensor. However, its impact on real-world image quality will only be known after the launch. For video enthusiasts, a major upgrade can be seen in the Galaxy S26 series. According to reports, both front and rear cameras will support 4K 60fps video recording, which will be possible with the help of Samsung’s in-house APV codec. Regarding the battery, the Galaxy S26 may feature a 4300mAh battery and the Galaxy S26+ a 4900mAh battery. For the processor, depending on different regions, a Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 or Exynos 2600 SoC chipset is expected. 5. Vivo V70 Series
Launch Date: February (Expected) Vivo’s camera and design-focused V70-series smartphones could launch in India in mid-February and will feature improved processors, Zeiss optics, and new software features. According to media reports, Vivo V70 and V70 Elite models may come with OriginOS 6, while the camera setup may feature large Sony sensors and Zeiss tuning. It will feature a Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 processor, LPDDR5x RAM, and UFS 4.1 storage. It is expected to come with a 50MP Sony primary camera, an ultra-wide lens, and a 3x periscope telephoto camera. For power backup, the phone may come with a 6500mAh battery with 90W fast charging. The Vivo V70 series is expected to be priced under Rs 55,000 in India. 6. Galaxy A57 and Galaxy A37
Launch Date: February (Expected) Samsung might launch the Galaxy A57 and Galaxy A37 in the mid-range this month. The Galaxy A57 is said to be slimmer and lighter than its previous model. According to reports, its thickness could be just 6.9mm and its weight around 182 grams. The design will feature an aluminum frame and glass back. The phone may come with a 6.6-inch flexible OLED display. For performance, it could get an Exynos 1680 chipset and a 5000mAh battery with 45W fast charging support. In the camera section, the Galaxy A57 may feature a 50MP primary camera, which could use a Sony IMX906 or Samsung’s in-house sensor. Along with this, a 13MP ultra-wide and 5MP macro camera may be provided. Meanwhile, the Galaxy A37 could feature an Exynos processor, a triple camera setup, and a 5000mAh battery with 25W charging. Also read: Apple hits record 28% value share in India’s smartphone market
7. Google Pixel 10a
Launch Date: February (Expected) The Google Pixel 10a could also launch in February 2026. It will come with a Pixel camera experience, clean Android, and long software updates. According to leaks, the design and specifications of the Pixel 10a could be quite similar to the Pixel 9a. The phone might feature a 6.3-inch Full HD+ pOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate. For performance, it could get Google’s Tensor G4 chipset, which will be slightly better than the Pixel 9a. As for RAM and storage, 128GB and 256GB variants with 8GB RAM could be available. For photography, a 48MP primary and 13MP ultra-wide camera could be given on the rear, and a 13MP selfie camera on the front. The Pixel 10a could feature a 5100mAh battery. 8. Motorola Edge 70 Fusion
Launch Date: February (Expected) The Motorola Edge 70 Fusion could be introduced in the mid-range segment. It will offer a clean Android experience and a premium curved display. According to reports, it may feature a 6.78-inch quad-curved AMOLED display, which will support a 144Hz refresh rate and 5200 nits peak brightness. The phone is expected to come with a Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 processor, paired with up to 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. In the camera section, it might feature a 50MP Sony LYTIA sensor and a 32MP camera on the front. For power backup, a 7000mAh battery and 68W fast charging support could be provided. Also read: Elon Musk merges SpaceX with its AI company xAI
9. Realme 16
Launch Date: February (Expected) Realme 16 could be one of the affordable smartphones launching this month. According to media reports, the Realme 16 may feature a 6.57-inch AMOLED display, offering a 120Hz refresh rate and peak brightness of up to 4500 nits. For performance, it could get a MediaTek Dimensity 6400 Turbo processor, which will be paired with LPDDR4x RAM and UFS 3.1 storage. The phone is expected to come with a large 7000mAh battery with 60W fast wired charging support. Talking about the camera, it may feature a 50MP primary rear camera and a 2MP secondary sensor, while a 50MP front camera is expected for selfies and video calls. The phone could come with Realme UI 7.0 based on Android 16.
