Last year we saw multiple as mix series but what set them apart were the different features each device had. However the trend that stuck out most this year was that each Phone manufacturer opted for a bezel-less display. Also 18:9 aspect ratio was another trend followed by even small manufacturers. today we show you some top smartphones of 2018 as rumored till now.

2017 saw the revival of Nokia’s 3310 packed with current technologies yet keeping its nostalgic feeling. HMD Global also unveiled the Nokia 6, Nokia 5, Nokia 3 and most recently the Nokia 8, which promoted it’s ‘bothie’ feature. A camera that enables the user to take a picture of themselves as well as the scenery at the same time.

Huawei made a big impact this year with its Huawei Mate 10 line. Competing with the likes of Apple and Samsung, Huawei maintained a top position as its latest releases featured artificial intelligence (AI). The AI capabilities put Huawei in the forefront as it featured its very own Kirin 970 processor which meant that the camera and device itself were smarter than most.

Samsung recovered from its disastrous Note 7 of 2016 and released the Galaxy S8 and Note8, both of which had overall hardware improvements, along with several modifications compared to earlier editions. Not forgetting Apple, who released three iPhones, the Iphone 8, iPhone 8 Plus and the iPhone X.

Here is a rundown of 10 phones that are rumoured to be released this year.

Samsung Galaxy S9

The Samsung Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9 Plus may be ready for MWC 2018 next month February 2018. We’ve also heard another rumor pointing to a late February announcement, followed by an early March launch.

Samsung looks set to keep the 3.5mm headphone jack with a new leak suggesting the phone will have the port along its bottom edge.

According to Bloomberg who spoke with people familiar with the matter. As device rumours circulate, the Galaxy S9 and S9 Plus mirror its predecessors but feature enhanced cameras and processors, which may not be quite the pulling factor for Samsung fans.

Other recent rumors state that – due to the fact the OLED screens likely to be used in the phones are being made earlier than usual – the Galaxy S9 will launch in January, but that would seem far too early for many reasons, not least because people who bought the S8 wouldn’t be eligible to upgrade to it right away.

We had heard that the Galaxy S9 might be teased in January, but then launched a little later, however Samsung has now said that a January tease is “unlikely.”

What we can safely predict is that the Samsung Galaxy S9 is sure to be expensive, as the Galaxy S8 launched at $720, £689.

Apple iPhone

Rumours that have circulated say that Apple will expand its iPhone X line, first by releasing a Plus version which would mean enhanced features and perhaps the device will be bigger in size. Apple may also release a more affordable version of the iPhone X, which may be dubbed as iPhone XC. According to concept images unveiled by iDrop News, Apple may be working on an entry model iPhone X

Apparently in 2018 you will be able to get an iPhone X-style handset for less – if Chinese-language Economic Daily article from October 2017 is to be believed.

According to that site, more than one successor to the iPhone X is in the works – along with the top-tier iPhone X successor, there will be more budget friendly model to attract new customers that will look similar to the colourful iPhone 5C series.

Nokia 9

HMD Global unveiled 4 smartphones in 2017, and this year it shows no signs of slowing down. Dubbed Nokia 9, the smartphone may make its debut in mid-January and is expected to have curved edges, bezel-less display and will run on Android Oreo.

Huawei P11

Huawei may bring the P11 out at Mobile World Congress next year, which typically runs in February. Rumours suggest that the device will feature a tri-lens camera with much higher specs and sticking to what’s not broken, Huawei may continue its partnership with Leica. The P11 will most likely feature its Kirin 970 CPU. Huawei’s will also look to launch its more affordable line, the Honor 10.

Google Pixel 3

Google will most likely unveil another handset this year, and rumours suggest there will be three Pixel phones. The phones will most likely be released in October and the alleged codenames include Crosshatch, Albacore and Blueline.

HTC U12

HTC unveiled the HTC U11 this year, but critics hated the design calling it old-fashioned. Though the details are limited, the HTC U12 is rumoured to be the first HTC to have a dual camera.

LG G7

LG Electronics may launch it next G series, dubbed the LG G7. Reports suggest that the handset will feature iris scanning as a recent patent was discovered showing a front facing camera that features infrared technology.

Moto G6

According to VentureBeat’s Evan Blass, Motorola will return the Play name to the Moto G Line, meaning a Moto G6, G6 Play, and G6 Plus will be announced, and they will be on the lower-end of the pricing scale.

Foldable Microsoft handset

A tweet recently surfaced showing a listing on the World Intellectual Property Organisation (WIPO) that features patent images of a folding Surface tablet device. It also shows that the device folds from a tablet to two separate, smaller OLED screens. What makes the device interesting is that not only will it be foldable, but that it may also be able to make phone calls. Additionally, the report suggested that the device will run on a special Windows 10 version, codenamed Andromeda.

Sony Xperia

It is safe to say that the Xperia line has not seen much of a redesign since the Xperia Z arrived in 2013. However that may change this year as the specs for the Xperia XZ2 Premium were recently leaked online. Sony may follow the trend and opt for a bezel-less display. The handset is tipped to launch at either CES or Mobile World Congress.

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