In this article, our team has found the best phones coming out this year in the UK. We’re expecting great things from smartphones this year, and there are lots of new models to be excited about. Carl Pei’s start-up Nothing has recently released its first mobile device, the Phone (1), which can be purchased right now and competes with the Pixel 6a in the mid-range market.
In the meanwhile, Samsung has shown off its newest foldable devices, which will officially go on sale later this month. In a short time, we will be returning just in time for the release of the iPhone 14 and the Pixel 7, in addition to software updates such as Android 13 and iOS 16.
The Samsung Galaxy S22, OnePlus 10 Pro, Oppo Find X5, and Xiaomi 12 series are all now on sale, and there is even a new phone available from Apple in the form of the iPhone SE. All of these phones were released during the first half of the year. That doesn’t even take into account the recently released foldable smartphones from Huawei, Honor, and Oppo, which, to be fair, haven’t yet made their way into retail outlets in the UK.
The Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 processor is used in many of these phones, despite the fact that it faces competition from the MediaTek Dimensity 9000, not to mention the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 and Density 9000+ successors. How many significant firms are planning to move away from Qualcomm’s Snapdragon platform for their most important product launches in 2022?

Continue reading in order to be certain that your subsequent purchase of a smartphone will not be quickly followed by regret and will not lock you into an unduly extended contract. (It is important to keep in mind that there is a possibility that you might upgrade your contract at an earlier date.)
A helpful hint: As the release date of these new phones gets near, the prices of the older versions will drop, and you’ll have the opportunity to get some amazing bargains. Check out our recommendations for the greatest phones now on the market, even if you don’t care about owning the most cutting-edge technology available.
The best phones coming out this year in the UK in 2022 and 2023
Honor 70 – 25 August
The Honor 70 series has already been released in China, and the company is now promising a debut in the United Kingdom, with pre-orders supposedly beginning on August 25.
The series consists of three different phones, all of which employ the most recent camera sensor available from Sony, the IMX800. Although the precise specifications differ amongst them, all three of these phones include strong triple back cameras, large curved OLED displays, and quick charging capabilities.
Read the latest on the Honor 70
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4 – 26 August 2022
The redesigned Z Flip 4 from Samsung has just been unveiled, and the company has announced that it will be on sale on August 26.
The gadget released this year is definitely comparable to the one released the year before; yet, there have been some significant improvements made. The battery life has been considerably improved, in part because of the 8+ Gen 1 processor. Additionally, the primary camera sensor has been changed, which fixes the two major weak places of the smartphone that were present in the previous model.
The Flip 4 is significantly more durable than its predecessor, has a screen crease that is marginally less noticeable and has tiny design improvements that make it more pleasant to use and sleeker in appearance. Other aspects remain mostly the same.
Get the latest updates on what to expect from the Galaxy Z Flip 4.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 – 26 August 2022
The redesigned Z Flip 4 from Samsung has just been unveiled, and the company has announced that it will be on sale on August 26.
The gadget released this year is definitely comparable to the one released the year before; yet, there have been some significant improvements made. The battery life has been considerably improved, in part because to the 8+ Gen 1 processor. Additionally, the primary camera sensor has been changed, which fixes the two major weak places of the smartphone that were present in the previous model.
The Flip 4 is significantly more durable than its predecessor, has a screen crease that is marginally less noticeable and has tiny design improvements that make it more pleasant to use and sleeker in appearance. Other aspects remain mostly the same.
Find out more about the Galaxy Z Fold 4.
iPhone 14 – September 2022
There is still some time until the release of the iPhone 14, but new details have emerged about the next flagship device from Apple, which is most likely going to be introduced in the month of September.
Renders based on leaks supplied by Jon Prosser indicate what is said to be the end of the contentious notch on the Pro versions at least. The notch is said to be replaced with a punch-hole camera, and the remainder of the Face ID technology is said to be concealed beneath the display itself.
The volume buttons have been redesigned to be round, and the camera lenses have been moved such that they are now flush against the body of the phone. This was accomplished in part by making the phone itself thicker.
Get the latest iPhone 14 news
Motorola Razr – Q3 2022
Motorola has unveiled an upgraded foldable Razr smartphone, and it is already available for purchase in China. However, it is still unknown whether or not the device will be brought to the UK, as well as when this may occur.
The initial foldable Razr was followed by a 5G version, and now there is a third folding Razr that promises a streamlined design, a flagship Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 CPU, and additional updates to the screens, battery, and cameras.
Read more about the Motorola Razr 2022.
Motorola X30 Pro – Q3 2022
In addition to the refreshed Razr, Motorola also introduced the X30 Pro, a smartphone that was formerly known as the Motorola Frontier and is equipped with a camera that is a first in the world.
The primary camera on the phone has an astounding resolution of 200 megapixels, and it uses a sensor made by Samsung called the ISOCELL HP1; it is the first and only phone to have such a camera.
In addition to that, you can anticipate a Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 CPU, a curved 144Hz OLED screen, and rapid 125W wired charging. When it actually releases in the UK, though, it will presumably have a new name.
Read more on the Motorola X30 Pro
Samsung Galaxy A23 5G – Q3 2022
In India, Samsung has already introduced the Galaxy A23, but it is just a 4G variant. The company has now revealed that it has a 5G model, but it hasn’t indicated where or when it would be made available to the public.
The design of the phone is quite similar to that of the other A-series phones that were released this year. In addition, it has a back quad camera and a teardrop notch on the front of the display. It is really extremely similar to the A23 that is already available, but it has been upgraded to a 5G chipset and has been downgraded to a 60Hz display.
Get the latest on the Galaxy A23 5G
OnePlus Nord 3 – Q3 2022
Alongside a brand-new Dimensity 8100 chipset and a bigger, 6.7-inch display that runs at 120Hz, rumors suggest that the upcoming OnePlus mid-ranger will contain an enhanced 150W charging standard that would allow for a full charge to be achieved in only 15 minutes.
However, we do not anticipate a significant shift in the camera specifications, which are anticipated to remain the same as those of the Nord 2 and include a 50-megapixel IMX766 primary camera, an 8-megapixel ultrawide camera, and a 2-megapixel macro camera.
Read more about the Nord 3
Nokia X50 – Q3 2022
The next Nokia flagship is said to be called the X50, and its release is anticipated to take place sometime in the spring or summer of this year.
Although there is a lack of concrete evidence, most signs point to a smartphone with a Snapdragon 7-series processor located on the lower end of the flagship price range. However, some people believe that a Pro model equipped with an 8-series CPU may also be on the way.
Read more about the Nokia X50
Xiaomi Mix Fold 2 – Q3 2022
Although Xiaomi may not have made its first foldable phone available in the west, we are keeping our fingers crossed that the company will do so with its second-generation model.
The business has already shown off the phone in China, and it seems like it’s going to be rather impressive. Even though it has a large battery, two 120Hz screens, and the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 processor, it is possibly the smallest foldable that has ever been produced.
The back camera, which is branded with the Leica name, also seems like it will amaze, while the sleek design beats out Samsung’s most recent offering.
Read more about the Xiaomi Mix Fold 2
Foldable iPhone – 2023
Because of leaks and rumors, we have pretty good reason to believe Apple is at least working on a foldable iPhone, even though it’s probably going to be a few years before the product is available on the market. This rumor has been circulating pretty much since the first foldable display technology was available.
Given that Samsung has already released several iterations of its folding technology, there is a risk that Apple will look backward if it doesn’t follow suit until 2023. However, if it can perfect the technology in that time, it may well be worth the wait. Apple is rarely the first to market with new technology.
Check out all the foldable iPhone rumors so far.
Samsung Galaxy A54 – Q2 2023
Because the Galaxy A53 has a vital position in Samsung’s mid-range product lineup – it is, in essence, the company’s primary competitor to the iPhone SE – we are convinced that Samsung will release an A54 model to follow it up the following year.
The specifications available so far are scant, but the render that can be seen above is just one of several that imagine the improvements that Samsung could be working on. These improvements could involve borrowing specifications and design elements from Samsung’s flagship devices to implement in its more affordable hardware.
Get the latest Galaxy A54 rumors
Oppo Find X6 – Q1 2023
The Find X series is Oppo’s most premium offering, and the company’s Find X6 handsets are slated to become available sometime in the early years of 2023.
It is too soon for any serious leaks on the specifications of the flagship X6 Pro, but you can anticipate an update to the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, modified Hasselblad cameras, and maybe a redesign after two years of utilizing the same form factor.
Following closely after the Pro will probably come a more simplified version of the Find X6 as well as a more affordable X6 Lite.
Read more about the Oppo Find X6.
OnePlus 11 – Q1 2023
There is little doubt that OnePlus is hard at work on its next flagship series, but because of the several setbacks this year, we are unsure of precisely which phones will be released when.
However, the company often unveils its new handsets in the spring, so keep that in mind. You may anticipate that the phone will be powered by the next Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, and there will most likely be updates to both the fast charging rates and camera specifications.
Read more about the OnePlus 11
Samsung Galaxy S23 – Q1 2023
There is a very good chance that Samsung is laboriously putting together the Galaxy S23 series, and it is anticipated that three new phones will be introduced in the spring of 2023.
There have been rumblings about the introduction of a 200-megapixel camera sensor, which will reportedly be found in the S23 Ultra, as well as bigger batteries for all models.
There is no question that the chipsets will probably become better, but there is a lot of controversy around the question of whether or not Samsung will continue to employ a combination of Snapdragon processors and its own Exynos hardware, or if it will go totally to the Qualcomm silicon.
Read more about the Galaxy S23
Solana Saga – Q1 2023
The phone that was once known as the Osom OV1 is now called the Solana Saga. It was rebranded as a web3 device after the cooperation between Osom, a new start-up, and Solana, a firm that specializes in blockchain technology. Originally, it was going to be released as the first phone from Osom.
The specifications are top-notch, including a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 processor, an OLED screen measuring 6.67 inches, 12 gigabytes of RAM, and 512 gigabytes of storage space. In addition, it has a secure element’ that assists in maintaining the safety and confidentiality of financial information during cryptocurrency transactions and the minting of NFTs.
Read more about the Solana Saga.
OnePlus foldable – 2022
According to a recent rumor, OnePlus is hard at work on the company’s first foldable smartphone, and its release might come at some point in 2018.
Because the two firms now combine research and development, this shouldn’t come as much of a surprise. As a result, we can anticipate features such as a 7.1-inch foldable display, a Snapdragon 888 CPU, and a triple back camera that includes an ultrawide and telephoto lens.
Although none of this is known for definite at the moment, you can catch up on the most recent OnePlus foldable rumors by reading our roundup.
Huawei Mate 50 – 2022
After Huawei’s international launch of the P50 Pro, consumers have been looking forward to the company’s upcoming Mate 50 smartphone.
The Mate 50 smartphones are not expected to be available until sometime in 2022, despite the fact that their original release date was scheduled for fall 2021. You should prepare for the rollout to begin in China initially, with Europe and the rest of Asia perhaps following a few months later.
There is not much information available regarding the specifications, but you can anticipate a 4G Snapdragon processor, along with superior display and camera capabilities to compensate for the slower signal rates.
Read more about the Huawei Mate 50.
Xiaomi 13 – December 2022
The Xiaomi 13 is very certainly on its way, and if the company stays true to its past practices, it will most likely be unveiled in the month of December.
Even if it is, you shouldn’t expect to see it in the UK until sometime in early 2023 at the earliest. This could change, though, as there have been rumblings that the phone will be shown out sooner this time around — perhaps as soon as the month of October.
Other rumors are scarce at this point, but you can anticipate a camera branded by Leica and the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 to be released the following year.
Read more about the Xiaomi 13
Google Pixel Foldable – October 2022
Leaked internal papers and snippets of a code point to the possibility that Google is working on a foldable smartphone bearing the Pixel brand name. This is a bit of a wild card, but it’s possible. We originally anticipated that it would be released at the end of 2021; however, it now seems more probable that it will emerge in October 2022 with the Pixel 7; nonetheless, you should be aware that some leakers believe that it has been pushed back to 2023.
There haven’t been many leaks with details of what kind of foldable device it will be, or what specs it will have, but we know that a lot of people will be curious about a Google-branded folding phone with that Pixel camera. Beyond the existence of the device, there haven’t been many leaks with these details.
Read more about the Pixel foldable
Pixel 7 – October 2022
October is Pixel season, so that’s when we’re expecting Google to debut the Pixel 7 and 7 Pro — even though the company has previously teased the design, which you can see here. However, October is Pixel season, so we’re expecting Google to present the Pixel 7 and 7 Pro.
The redesign from the previous year has been carried over, so there is nothing quite as innovative this time around. However, patent filings imply that this year may be the year that the business adopts an under-display selfie camera, in addition to the second version of its Tensor processor.
Check out all the Pixel 7 rumours so far.
Oppo clamshell foldable – Q3 2022
We can’t wait for Oppo to release its second foldable smartphone, which is said to take after the clamshell design of the Z Flip. Oppo nailed it with its first foldable, which was a book-style device called the Find N.
It’s likely going to employ the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 CPU, which means that it won’t scrimp on specifications, but there aren’t many solid rumors about the specifics of the device just yet.
Read more about the Oppo clamshell foldable
Redmi Note 12 – Q3 2022
Given that the company releases new phones in this series on a biannual basis, the unveiling of the Redmi Note 12 series is long overdue at this point.
Leaks have, fortunately, already filled in some of the information. These leaks hint at screens of 6.6 inches with FHD+ resolution, large batteries, and the inclusion of the Dimensity 810, 1300, and 8000 chipsets across three of the models.
Read more about the Redmi Note 12