New Smartphone Releases in November 2026: iQOO, Motorola, and More

In the past month, major technology firms such as Apple, Xiaomi, and Vivo have unveiled new devices including the iPhone Duo, Oppo F35, and others. November 2026 promises a wave of new smartphones launching in India from brands like iQOO, Motorola, OnePlus, and Karbonn.

The new iQOO 16, recently presented by Nipun Marya, Chief Executive Officer of iQOO, during the India Mobile Congress in Delhi, is anticipated to make its global and Indian debut later this month. This device is one of the first to be equipped with the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6, which is Qualcomm’s most advanced mobile processor. Features include a 6.85-inch AMOLED display, 12GB RAM, 256GB of storage, and an impressive 8,500mAh battery. The photography capabilities are highlighted by a triple-camera setup comprising a 50-megapixel main lens, a 50-megapixel ultra-wide lens, and a 50-megapixel telephoto lens, complemented by a 32-megapixel front camera.

In addition, OnePlus is expected to launch the OnePlus 16, which debuted in China last month. Recent reports suggest that it may also arrive in India this November. The OnePlus 16 features a 6.78-inch LTPO AMOLED display with a dynamic refresh rate ranging from 1Hz to 165Hz, reaching up to 185Hz during gaming, and boasts a peak brightness of 2000 nits. It includes various advanced features such as an IP68 waterproof rating, a Type-C USB 3.2 Gen 1 port, dual-SIM capability, Wi-Fi 7, and Bluetooth 6.0. The device is powered by the 2nm Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 processor and is available with up to 16GB RAM and 1TB storage. Its camera system is sophisticated, featuring a 200-megapixel main camera capable of shooting 8K video, alongside a 50-megapixel ultra-wide camera and another 50-megapixel telephoto lens. The front camera is also a 50-megapixel unit.

OnePlus's product lineup may also include the OnePlus 16R, a version designed to be more accessible, which is rumoured to feature an AMOLED display and a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor.

Motorola is poised to launch the Signature 27 globally on November 5. This new smartphone will sport a 6.8-inch LTPO AMOLED display, along with Android 17 and 12GB of RAM. It will rely on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 processor and house a 6,000mAh battery. The camera system is expected to comprise a 50-megapixel and a 200-megapixel sensor, plus an additional 50-megapixel camera for selfies.

Additionally, Xiaomi is set to introduce its flagship Xiaomi 18 Pro series later this month. These devices will feature a 6.9-inch AMOLED display and be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 chipset, with a unit boasting a substantial 8,500mAh battery and a 100W fast charging capability.

The return of the indigenous company Karbonn is also on the horizon, with the launch of its new Rebel series smartphones, expected to be priced under ₹25,000.

Finally, Vivo plans to unveil its new X500 series in late November, comprising three versions: the X500, X500 Pro, and X500 Pro Max. The standard X500 will feature a 6.59-inch OLED display, powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 9600M chipset along with a massive 7,500mAh battery.

This November marks a significant month for the smartphone industry in India, with new devices promising to deliver cutting-edge technology and user experiences.