September promises to heat up the smartphone market even though summer is about to end with the appearance of the most anticipated product line of the year.
In addition to the iPhone 16, the three most anticipated smartphone models also appeared with many equally interesting features, especially the first triple-fold screen super product from Huawei.
iPhone 16
Starting with Apple is inevitable. The company always introduces a new generation of its iconic smartphones in September, and this year we will welcome the iPhone 16. As usual, the basic and Pro models will have different arguments, but they have one thing in common: they both have 8GB of RAM to handle the new Apple Intelligence features.
The base models will also feature a vertical rear camera setup to offer spatial video recording capabilities.
All components of the new lineup will have the A18 chip, but the higher-end models will get a more powerful Pro variant. Another new feature is the integration of a 48MP ultra-wide sensor, replacing the previous 12MP sensor. The iPhone 16 Pro also has a new telephoto sensor with 5x optical zoom, on par with the top-end iPhone 16 Pro Max.
Apple will also increase the screen size of the Pro models, with the iPhone 16 Pro increasing from 6.1 to 6.3 inches while the iPhone 16 Pro Max increases from 6.7 to 6.9 inches. Prices for the iPhone 16 are expected to remain the same, except for the iPhone 16 Pro, which will start at $1,099 after removing the 128GB variant.
Huawei Mate XT
The very next day, September 10, Huawei will launch the world's first 3-fold smartphone. The Chinese brand is shaking up this market segment with its first product called Huawei Mate XT.
In terms of specifications, there is still very little information about the Huawei Mate MT, except that the phone's main screen could reach 10 inches in size, which is comparable to some tablets currently on the market. Other speculations say that the phone will be only 15mm thick when folded, which makes it very close to the Galaxy Z Fold6, although Samsung 's product only folds into 2 parts. Inside the phone will come a Kirin chip and a camera with a main sensor for a resolution of 50 MP.
Xiaomi 14T and 14T Pro
Xiaomi will also introduce new generation products to the market. Starting with the Xiaomi 14T series, the base model will be equipped with a Dimensity 8300 Ultra chip, 12GB of RAM, 256GB of internal storage, and a 6.67-inch 1.5K resolution screen.
In return, the Xiaomi 14T Pro will be equipped with a Dimensity 9300+ chip, 512 GB RAM, a 5,000 mAh battery with 50W wireless charging. Rumors say the Xiaomi 14T will cost 649 EUR (17.75 million VND), while the Xiaomi 14T Pro will cost 899 EUR (24.58 million VND).
Tecno Phantom V Fold 2 and Phantom V Flip 2
Despite being a little-known brand in Europe, Tecno has chosen September to launch two new foldable smartphone models globally.
Both models will appear as more affordable alternatives to Samsung’s latest foldable products. The Phantom V Flip 2 will cost $626, while the Phantom V Fold 2 will cost $1,058.
In terms of specifications, the Phantom Fold will be equipped with a MediaTek Dimensity 9000+ chip and a 5,610 mAh battery with 70W fast charging. The Phantom Flip is equipped with a Dimensity 8050 chip, also from MediaTek.