With no indications of an iPhone SE 4th Gen releasing anytime soon, it seems that the list of upcoming smartphones in March 2024 will be swarmed by Android phones once again. Nevertheless, looks like most brands were saving the exciting ones for this month and what’s even better is that most of them won’t upset your wallet.
The device we are eager to see the most from this list is the Nothing Phone (2a), which marks Nothing’s partnership with MediaTek to design a phone for the masses. With an interesting new design and Nothing’s non-fussy take on Android, this smartphone could end up setting a new benchmark in the budget smartphone range.
Going further down the price ladder, we will be seeing new launches from Samsung, iQOO and Realme. Those looking to shop in the premium segment can also wait for the Xiaomi 14, a flagship-grade Android phone equipped with Leica-tuned rear cameras that could take on the Apple iPhone 15 and Samsung’s recently announced Galaxy S24.
Lastly, we have two solid midrange smartphones coming from Vivo and Samsung to please shutterbugs. The Vivo V30 Pro will make good use of the brand’s partnership with Zeiss by offering the latter’s optics and special filters. Samsung, on the other hand, is expected to reveal the Galaxy A55 as an affordable alternative to more expensive Galaxy S series flagships.
Now that’s an exciting list, isn’t it? Hence, without further ado, let’s dive into more details about each of these upcoming smartphones and help you make a decision.
Upcoming phones in March 2024
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Samsung Galaxy F15 5G
Launching on: 4 March
Coming hot on the heels of the Galaxy S24 series is the Galaxy F15 5G, which is Samsung’s latest offering for the budget segment. While the phone’s design is reminiscent of Galaxy M and Galaxy A series devices from the past, Samsung is banking on a solid set of basics to get your attention. The Galaxy F15 5G will be based on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ chipset and feature an AMOLED display. With a 6,000mAh cell, the Galaxy F15 5G could try to appeal to those who value great battery stamina over camera performance in this segment.
(Image Credits: Samsung)
Nothing Phone (2a)
Launching on: 5 March
Initially expected to be released in late February, the Nothing Phone (2a) is now confirmed for an early March release across global markets. Slated to tuck under the Nothing Phone (2) as an affordable alternative, the Phone (2a) will make Nothing’s smartphone lineup more accessible to the masses.
Nothing Phone (2a) is here! 🤩 pic.twitter.com/gyVIilZCCp
— Ben Geskin (@BenGeskin) February 27, 2024
To keep the prices affordable, Nothing is going for an overall midrange package with the Phone (2a). Joining hands with MediaTek for the first time, Nothing relies on a rather midrange Dimensity 7200 Pro chipset, which is claimed to be faster than the Phone (1)’s Snapdragon 778G processor. The phone will boot Nothing OS 2.5 based on Android 14 and will feature a 6.7-inch 1080p OLED display with a refresh rate of 120Hz. A pair of 50-megapixel cameras will take care of wide and ultrawide camera duties whereas a 5,000mAh battery is expected to offer up to two days’ worth of stamina on a full charge.
However, the design will still be a standout feature of the Phone (2a) and Nothing is going for a bold new look after two years. The Glyph lights are staying though.
(Image Credits: Nothing)
Realme 12+ 5G
Launching on: 6 March
Following in the footsteps of the Realme 12 Pro series, the Realme 12+ 5G will introduce its trendy luxury watch-inspired design to the budget smartphone space in 2024.
The Realme 12+ 5G will be based on the MediaTek Dimensity 7050 5G chipset and is accompanied by Realme UI 5 based on Android 14 out of the box. A 6.7-inch 120Hz AMOLED display with 1080p resolution and a 50-megapixel Sony LYT 600 image sensor for the main will be among the key highlights of this smartphone. Rumours also suggest a 5,000mAh battery and a 67W wired fast charging solution. Realme has already confirmed a dark green colour variant with vegan leather finish on its back panel.
(Image Credits: Realme)
Vivo V30 series
Launching on: 7 March
The Vivo V30 series will strengthen Vivo’s presence in the midrange segment as a camera-centric smartphone. The vanilla V30 is expected to feature the Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 chip, a 6.7-inch 120Hz 1080p curved edge AMOLED display, a 50-megapixel selfie camera, another 50-megapixel sensor for the rear main camera, a large squarish ring light, a 5,000mAh battery and 80W wired charging solution.
The Vivo V30 Pro will differentiate from the standard model with its Dimensity 8200 chipset and Zeiss-tuned triple rear camera system. There will be a 50-megapixel Sony sensor for the main shooter, another 50-megapixel sensor for the ultra-wide lens camera and a dedicated 12-megapixel telephoto camera for shooting portraits.
(Image Credits: Vivo)
Xiaomi 14
Launching on: 7 March
Revealed to the global media at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2024, the Xiaomi 14 will compete directly with the likes of the Samsung Galaxy S24, OnePlus 12 5G and Apple’s iPhone 15. This Snapdragon 8 Gen 3-based flagship Android phone will offer a premium HyperOS experience. With a 6.3-inch 120Hz OLED display, you can expect Xiaomi to not only gun for the compact iPhone 15 but undercut most other flagship phones of 2024.
The Leica-tuned triple 50-megapixel camera system should give most premium smartphones a run for their money.
(Image Credits: Xiaomi)
iQOO Z9
Launching on: 12 March
After the iQOO 12 and iQOO Neo 9 Pro, Vivo’s performance arm is now going for the budget segment with the iQOO Z9 5G. With a Dimensity 7200 chipset and a 50-megapixel Sony IMX882 main camera, this phone could be a great alternative to the Nothing Phone (2a). The teasers have also revealed a design reminiscent of iQOO’s existing Z series smartphones, although a new green colour with a fancy gradient could be the pulling factor for most budget smartphone buyers.
(Image Credits: iQOO)
Samsung Galaxy A55 5G
Launching: in March
After doing rounds of the rumour belt for months, the Galaxy A55 is now expected to be released in March as Samsung’s premium offering in the midrange segment.
With a design that imitates the flagship Galaxy S24 series, the Galaxy A55 will flaunt a flat metal frame to up its premium quotient. A 50-megapixel main rear camera along with an Exynos 1480 chipset and up to 12GB of RAM is expected to draw attention amidst its performance-focused rivals from iQOO, Oppo, OnePlus and Xiaomi. The phone is also expected to feature a 6.5-inch FHD+ 120Hz AMOLED display along with an optical fingerprint sensor.
(Representational Image Credits: Samsung)
(Hero and Featured Image Credits: Courtesy Xiaomi)
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
– Which is the best smartphone launching in March 2024?
The Xiaomi 14 is the best smartphone launching in March 2024.
– When is Nothing Phone (2a) releasing?
The Nothing Phone (2a) will be released on 5 March 2024.
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