If you've been holding off on buying a new phone thinking "maybe I'll just wait a week," this is probably that week. While this month hasn't been showing signs of slowing, this week is just a full-blown myriad of smartphone launches to look out for. From the world's first wide foldable to Oppo's first Ultra flagship launching globally, these upcoming phones in April 2026 are worth paying your attention to.
Upcoming Phones Launching in the Third Week of April 2026
Before we get into the details of the upcoming phones launching this week, here's a quick rundown of it all for your reference:
| Phones | Launch Date | Region |
|---|---|---|
| Huawei Pura X Max | April 20, 2026 | China |
| Huawei Pura 90 Pro Series | April 20, 2026 | China |
| Oppo Find X9 Ultra, Find X9s Pro | April 21, 2026 | China |
| Redmi K90 Max | April 21, 2026 | China |
| Motorola Edge 70 Pro | April 22, 2026 | India |
| Honor 600 Series | April 23, 2026 | China |
1. Huawei Pura X Max China Launch
The Huawei Pura X Max China launch date is confirmed for April 20, 2026, with a dedicated event where it will debut alongside the Pura 90 series. This is the first wide, horizontally unfolding foldable in the world, beating Samsung and Apple to it. It's certainly one of the highlight launches of this week and the foldable is already up for pre-orders in China in multiple configurations, going up to 16 GB RAM and 1 TB storage.
The back panel of the Huawei Pura X Max features a segmented look with textured elements, while the front sports a punch-hole display with slim, uniform bezels. It will be available in bold colour options like purple, orange, gold, black and white.
2. Huawei Pura 90 Pro, Pura 90 Pro Max China Launch
Launching on the same day alongside the Pura X Max foldable, the Huawei Pura 90 Pro and Pura 90 Pro Max will feature the brand's signature triangular camera module. However, the colour options are interesting, with the phones now set to arrive in a gradient finish, while also offering up to 16 GB + 1 TB configuration.
The Pura 90 Pro lineup is expected to be heavily camera-focused, likely featuring a new 200 MP periscope telephoto camera capable of up to 20x zoom in videos. Both phones are expected to pack large batteries and flagship performance with the Kirin 9030 chipset.
3. Oppo Find X9 Ultra, Find X9s Pro China Launch
Oppo has confirmed that the Find X9 Ultra and Find X9s Pro launch date in China is scheduled for April 21, 2026, with both phones also expected to see a global debut alongside. The Find X9 Ultra is positioned as the brand's most ambitious flagship yet. It also marks a major shift for Oppo, as this is the first time its Ultra model will be introduced beyond China, making it one of the most anticipated upcoming phones in April 2026.
The Oppo Find X9 Ultra is expected to feature a quad-camera setup, driven by a 200 MP primary rear camera sensor, alongside dual periscope telephoto lenses (200 MP + 50 MP) for advanced zoom capabilities and a 50 MP ultrawide shooter. It's expected to be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset.
Meanwhile, the Oppo Find X9s Pro will bring a more compact flagship experience with a 6.3-inch display, a massive 7,000mAh battery and a Hasselblad-tuned camera system that could include dual 200 MP cameras. It's expected to be powered by the Dimensity 9500 processor.
4. Redmi K90 Max China Launch
Xiaomi has confirmed the Redmi K90 Max launch date in China for April 21, 2026. The Redmi K90 Max is a powerhouse for gamers, powered by the Dimensity 9500 chipset. It also features a 6.83-inch 165 Hz display, an active cooling fan and a massive 8,550mAh battery with 100W fast charging. The Redmi K90 Max is also expected to feature a premium build with IP66, IP68 and IP69 ratings, along with a distinctive metallic finish.
5. Motorola Edge 70 Pro India Launch
The Motorola Edge 70 Pro India launch date is scheduled for April 22, 2026 at 12:00 PM IST, with availability exclusive to Flipkart. It will arrive with Motorola's familiar design language and embrace Pantone-backed Lily White, Tea, and Titan colourways. It also brings durability to the forefront with IP68/IP69 ratings and MIL-810H certification.
As for the Motorola Edge 70 Pro specifications, it packs a 6.8-inch 1.5K quad-curved AMOLED display with a 144 Hz refresh rate and up to 5,200 nits of peak brightness. It is powered by the Dimensity 8500 chipset, paired with up to 12 GB LPDDR5X RAM.
There's also a big 6,500mAh battery backing the phone. The Motorola Edge 70 Pro will also sport a 50 MP Sony LYT-710 main rear camera and AI-enhanced low-light imaging. The Motorola Edge 70 Pro price in India could start anywhere between Rs 35,000 and Rs 40,000.
6. Honor 600, 600 Pro China Launch
The Honor 600 series launch date in China is confirmed for April 23, 2026, with the lineup targeting the premium mid-range segment. This lineup is expected to include the Honor 600 and Honor 600 Pro, with both phones sporting a refreshed look. We see an extended camera plateau, ultra-slim symmetrical bezels and a cold-carved glass back. Both phones feature a 6.55-inch 1.5K 120 Hz OLED display with up to a staggering 8,000 nits of peak brightness.
Under the hood, the Honor 600 is powered by the Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 chipset, while the Pro model steps up to the Snapdragon 8 Elite processor. Both phones pack a large 7,000mAh battery with 80W fast charging.
There's also a 200 MP main camera with OIS and a 12 MP ultra-wide shooter on both phones, but the Pro further adds a 50 MP telephoto lens. At the front, there's a 50 MP selfie camera on the duo. Notably, the Honor 600 series AI image-to-video generation feature was also confirmed recently.
If you've been tracking our All upcoming phones April 2026 wave every week, this batch might just be the most exciting yet. While Indian users will mostly be on the wait for the Motorola Edge 70 Pro, the rest of China and global launches are super exciting as well and definitely worthy of attention.
