August smartphone launch slate may include Pixel 11, Redmi Note 17 and POCO M8 Power

A reported August 2026 launch calendar points to new smartphones from Google, Redmi, Vivo and POCO across price tiers. POCO M8 Power is reportedly due on August 4 and Redmi Note 17 on August 6, while Google’s Pixel 11 series is expected later in the month.

— Source publishedMon, 3 Aug, 2026, 16:21 IST·First seen Mon, 3 Aug, 2026, 16:45 IST·Source Business Today · Latest

What happened

India’s smartphone market is expected to see August launches from Google, Xiaomi/Redmi, Vivo and POCO across budget to premium segments. Redmi Note 17 is

Key facts

  • 12 August 2026
  • 6 August 2026
  • 4 August 2026
  • Pixel 11
  • Pixel 11 Pro
  • Pixel 11 Pro XL
  • Pixel 11 Pro Fold
  • Tensor G6
  • Android 17
  • Redmi Note 17
  • Vivo S2
  • 7,000mAh
  • 80W
  • POCO M8 Power
  • 8,000mAh
  • 50MP
  • Galaxy F70 Pro

Why this matters

The overlap highlights the strategic value of brand, carrier, retail and component partnerships that can secure differentiated launches, financing offers and supply availability in India.