Ahead of India launch, OnePlus 11 to arrive in China on January 4: What we know so far

In 2022, we witnessed the tech companies launch some of the best smartphones that we have seen so far. From Apple to Samsung and OnePlus, tech enthusiasts had many interesting options to choose from for their smartphone upgrade. As we gear up for 2023, here's a list of what the world of smartphones has in store for us. Take a look.

Apple's launch event where the tech giant releases its smartphone of the year is one of the biggest highlights of the year. In 2013, the Cupertino-based tech company will be launching the iPhone 15, which is expected to come with a USB-C port.

Redmi is expected to launch its much-awaited Note 12 Pro which will come in two storage variants - 128GB model and 256GB. The phone will reportedly feature a triple camera setup of 50MP + 8MP + 2MP, with a 16MP camera at the front for selfies.

Google reportedly has been working on its Pixel 8 series, which is rumoured to launch in 2023. The tech company is expected to launch the series which includes the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro with a new chipset such as the Tensor G3.

Samsung is another tech company to look out for as the South Korean smartphone maker will be launching its flagship of the year, just like Apple. Samsung is expected to launch its Galaxy S23 series which will include the Galaxy S23, Galaxy S23 Plus and Galaxy S23 Ultra. The tech giant is expected to release the phones in February.

The OnePlus will be launching the OnePlus 11 next year, which is expected to offer 16GB RAM and 512GB of internal storage space. As per reports, the OnePlus 11 will be powered by Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset.

The Chinese smartphone maker is expected to release the Xiaomi 13 series in 2013 which will consist of the Xiaomi 13, Xiaomi 13 Pro and Xiaomi 13 Ultra. The Ultra model in the Xiaomi 13 series is expected to feature a 2K E6 AMOLED display, 120W fast charging. The smartphone will reportedly be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset.

The iQoo 11 will reportedly make its debut in India on January 10. The smartphone, which may be priced somewhere around Rs 45,000, will feature 16GB RAM and internal storage space of 512GB.

Vivo, which is owned by the same tech giant that also produces devices under brands such as Realme, Oppo, OnePlus and more, is expected to launch the Vivo X90 Pro in India next year. The smartphone has already been launched in China. The Vivo X90 Pro will come with Dimensity 9200 chipset.

If you're looking to buy a new pair of earbuds, then this is the right time to upgrade your headphones. This year, we saw many top brands release their new earbuds with advanced technology. To help make you the right decision, we have prepared a list of the best earbuds released in 2023. Take a look.

The new Apple AirPods Pro 2 have been re-engineered for richer audio experiences and offer next-level Active Noise Cancellation. It comes with a skin-detect sensor, touch control, speech-detecting accelerometer and more. The Apple AirPods Pro 2nd Generation is priced at Rs 26,900.

The new Galaxy Buds2 by Samsung comes with three microphones and a built-in voice pickup unit to help you enjoy clearer calls. The machine-learning based solution filters unwanted sound, whereas the low protrusion design minimises wind disruption. The Samsung Galaxy Buds2 is available at Rs 11999.

Bose's 2nd-generation earbuds are 30 per cent smaller than their predecessors and can easily fit inside a pocket. It comes with Quiet Mode which silences background noise with the noise cancellation feature. The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 is priced at Rs 20,557 approximately.

Jabra went through a lot of trouble and tests to produce earbuds that are sleek and offer comfy design along with some excellent noise-cancelling technology and mic quality to offer perfect and clear sound. The earbuds are available for Rs 15,000 approximately.

This year, Google also launched the Pixel Buds Pro which comes with active noise cancelling technology and is designed around a new custom audio processor and runs on Google Develop algorithms. The Google Pixel Buds Pro is priced at Rs 15,000 approximately.

Beats Powerbeats Pro are totally wireless earphones built to keep you moving. The earbuds support spatial audio and offer up to 9 hours of listening time. It is compatible with Apple and Android both. It's available at a starting price of Rs 20,646 approximately.

If you're looking for earbuds that offer great-sound along with active noise cancellation and also good battery life, then you can surely try Sony WF-1000XM4 earbuds. The earbuds are a bit chunky and have a fit that not many would prefer, but they are great value for money. The earbuds are priced at Rs 24,990.

The earbuds come with TrueResponse technology and Adaptive Noise Cancellation that automatically adjusts to your environment. There are three advanced microphones on each earbud to ensure absolute clarity. The earbuds are available for Rs 16,530 approximately.