August 2025 is shaping up to be another exciting month for smartphone enthusiasts in India as several promising new devices are launching. If you’re planning to buy a new phone soon, this detailed guide based on research and insider sources will help you make a well-informed decision. We cover the top smartphones to watch out for, their key specifications, expected pricing, and what makes them stand out.
Overview: August 2025 – Another Explosive Month for Smartphones
July 2025 was very hot with numerous releases, but August promises even more sparks with fresh releases hitting the Indian market. After extensive research and internal inquiries, Techno Ruhez brings a verified list of phones expected to launch in August 2025 and likely to excite users with new features, better performance, and competitive pricing.
1. Vivo V60 – The Successor to V50
Vivo is ready to launch the Vivo V60, a direct successor to the successful V50 model. The major change is a significant chipset upgrade. Whereas Vivo kept the Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 chipset through 2023 and early 2024, the new V60 will sport the Snapdragon 7 Gen 4, promising better performance and efficiency.
Key highlights:
- Chipset: Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 (will debut first in Realme 15 Pro before it launches in India)
- Display: Flat screen, a refreshing change from curved ones
- Camera: 50MP main sensor + impressive periscope telephoto lens + 50MP selfie camera
- Battery: 6500mAh with fast 90W charging support
- IP rating: IP68 (water and dust resistant)
- Expected price: Approximately ₹35,000 to ₹40,000
The Vivo V60 aims to balance powerful specs with a competitive price, making it an attractive option in the mid-range segment. The launch is anticipated around mid-August 2025.
2. Google Pixel Series 10 (Including Pixel 10, 10 Pro, 10 Pro XL, and 10 Pro Fold)
Google is launching a full lineup of Pixel 10 series phones globally, including in India, all set for August 20, 2025. The series will cover all form factors including a compact base Pixel 10, the Pro variants, and the foldable Pro model.
Key features:
- Display: Pixel 10 around 6.2 to 6.3 inches, compact design focus
- Chipset: Latest Tensor G5 made on TSMC’s process (improved thermal management over Samsung-based chips)
- Software: First access to the latest Android version with exclusive Pixel features
- Camera: Enhanced camera system anticipated to be a strong point
- Battery improvements and other incremental upgrades for better user experience
This series is expected to be a must-watch for users seeking pure Android experience combined with Google’s computational photography prowess.
3. Samsung Galaxy S25 Fan Edition
Following the success of the S24 FE, Samsung is launching the S25 Fan Edition which will likely keep the flat display but increase the size slightly to 6.7 inches. Some expectations:
- Chipset: Same Exynos 200400 chip as S24 FE (no upgrade in chipset causing a slight disappointment)
- Camera: 50MP main, 128MP secondary, 12MP tertiary, 12MP selfie
- Battery: Larger 4900mAh battery (up from 4700mAh on previous model) with faster 45W charging (up from 25W)
- Thickness: Slimmer at only 7.4mm
- No in-box charger, as usual with Samsung
Samsung focuses on incremental updates, improving battery and charging speeds while keeping the popular form factor and camera specs.
4. Lava Phones – Blaze AMOLED and Agni 4
Lava is expected to launch two phones:
- Lava Blaze AMOLED with AMOLED display, Android 15 OS, and slim body design catering to budget users who want a premium display experience.
- Lava Agni 4 (less confirmed), possibly featuring Dimensity 8350 chip, metal frame, LPDDR5X RAM, UFS 4.0 storage, and a massive 7000mAh battery.
The Blaze AMOLED is confirmed to launch around August 25. The Agni 4 looks promising if it arrives with those specs, offering a large battery and performance-focused components in the budget category.
5. Oppo K13 Turbo Series
Oppo’s K13 Turbo series has been officially confirmed for India – both the K13 Turbo and K13 Turbo Pro coming soon. These phones are already launched in China and feature:
- K13 Turbo with Dimensity 8450 chipset
- K13 Turbo Pro with Snapdragon 8S Gen 4 chipset
- Gaming-oriented design including inbuilt cooling fan
- Aggressively priced between ₹20,000 to ₹25,000 in China, expected to be priced around ₹30,000 in India
This series aims to cater to gamers and performance users looking for affordable but powerful handsets.
6. Redmi 15 Series
Redmi 15 series is officially confirmed for India with a few options including a 5G variant:
- Battery: Huge 7000mAh capacity ensuring long usage
- Chipset: Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 (an older chipset, somewhat disappointing, but balanced for budget users)
- Slim design with multiple color options
- Mostly targeting the sub-₹15,000 price segment
Redmi 15 looks like a solid balanced budget phone with an emphasis on battery life and design, set to launch in August 2025.
Summary and What to Expect
August 2025 brings a variety of smartphones ranging from budget to mid-range to flagship foldables. Highlights include the Vivo V60’s upgraded Snapdragon chip, Google Pixel 10 series debuting the new Tensor G5 on TSMC, Samsung’s battery-focused refresh with the S25 Fan Edition, plus gamer-friendly Oppo K13 Turbo phones and large-battery Redmi 15 options. Lava’s budget AMOLED phone also adds to the value segment excitement.
If you are holding off your smartphone purchase, August’s crop of launches is worth waiting for due to their competitive pricing and feature upgrades.