The past fortnight barely gave anyone time to breathe. Between the OnePlus N6, the Samsung Galaxy M47 5G, and the Oppo Reno 16 series, the mid-range shelf filled up fast. If you’re still catching up, our roundup of the phones that launched June 22–28 is the quickest way to get current. This week keeps the pace up, but the story is tighter and, arguably, more interesting.
Two phones anchor the July 6–12 window, and they’re chasing the exact same buyer from opposite directions. The Nothing Phone 4b lands on July 7 as the first device in a brand-new budget line, betting on design and clean software. A day later, the Moto g77 Power arrives on July 8 with a battery so large it reframes what “all-day” even means. Both sit under Rs 30,000, both go on sale through Flipkart, and both arrive against a backdrop worth knowing about. The ongoing memory chip crunch has quietly pushed mid-range prices up throughout the year, which is a big reason why “budget” now means Rs 25,000 to Rs 30,000 instead of Rs 15,000.
Below, you’ll find launch dates, the specs that actually matter, and an honest look at who each phone is really for, plus a quick preview of what’s coming later in the month.
Upcoming Mobile Phones Launching July 6–12
Here’s the week’s lineup at a glance before we dive into the details.
| Phone | Launch date | Expected price | Headline spec |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nothing Phone 4b | July 7, 2026 | Under Rs 30,000 | 6.77-inch 120Hz AMOLED, Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 |
| Moto g77 Power | July 8, 2026 | Under Rs 30,000 | 7,000mAh battery, 50MP Sony camera |
Two phones, two philosophies. One leads with design, while the other focuses entirely on battery life.
Nothing Phone 4b
The Nothing Phone 4b launches globally, including India, on July 7, 2026. The India event is expected around 3:30 PM IST, followed by a global livestream at 11:00 BST. It will share the stage with the new Nothing Ear (3a), making it a two-product launch event. Sales begin through Flipkart, and this also marks the debut of Nothing’s new b-series, positioned below the Phone 4a and effectively replacing the discontinued CMF lineup.
- Launch date: July 7, 2026 (Global and India)
- Expected price: Under Rs 30,000, with most leaks placing it between Rs 25,000 and Rs 30,000, comfortably below the Phone 4a’s Rs 37,999 starting price
- Display: 6.77-inch Full HD+ AMOLED, 120Hz refresh rate
- Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 (SM6650), paired with 8GB RAM
- Cameras: 50MP primary camera with OIS + 8MP ultrawide, 16MP front camera
- Battery: Up to 6,000mAh on the India variant with 33W wired charging (the global model is expected to use a slightly smaller battery)
- Build and extras: Transparent back, compact horizontal Glyph Bar, IP64 rating, in-display fingerprint scanner, stereo speakers, and up to 256GB UFS 2.2 storage
- Software: Nothing OS based on Android 16, with three years of Android updates and six years of security patches
What makes the Phone 4b interesting isn’t simply its specifications. It’s the identity. In a segment where many phones look nearly identical, the transparent design and Glyph Bar still feel distinctive. Nothing OS is another major selling point. Its clean interface remains one of the biggest reasons people choose Nothing over competitors with heavier Android skins.
That said, there are compromises. The Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 sits below the Phone 4a’s Snapdragon 7s Gen 4, and 33W charging isn’t particularly fast compared to rivals offering 45W or more. This phone is aimed at buyers who prioritize design, software experience, and long-term support over benchmark scores.
Whether it becomes one of the best value phones in its segment or gets overshadowed by the new wave of 7,000mAh battery phones, including Motorola’s latest offering, will largely depend on its final launch price.
Collectors should also note that Nothing is releasing a limited-edition red RCB Edition celebrating Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s back-to-back IPL titles in 2025 and 2026. It will be sold exclusively at the Nothing Bengaluru Store on launch day, with no online availability confirmed.
Moto g77 Power
The Moto g77 Power launches in India on July 8, 2026, at 12:00 PM IST through Flipkart, Motorola India’s website, and offline retail stores. Motorola has already revealed much of the device through its Flipkart microsite. Like the Nothing Phone 4b, it is expected to be priced below Rs 30,000, putting both phones in direct competition despite targeting different priorities.
- Launch date: July 8, 2026, 12:00 PM IST
- Expected price: Under Rs 30,000
- Display: 6.72-inch Full HD+ 120Hz LCD with up to 1,050 nits brightness and Gorilla Glass 7i protection
- Processor: MediaTek Dimensity 6400 (expected), paired with 8GB LPDDR4X RAM and 128GB UFS 2.2 storage, expandable via microSD
- Cameras: 50MP Sony LYTIA-600 primary camera with OIS + 8MP ultrawide, 32MP selfie camera
- Battery: 7,000mAh battery with claimed three-day battery life and 30W TurboPower charging
- Build and extras: MIL-STD-810H durability, vegan leather finish, side-mounted fingerprint scanner, stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos and Hi-Res Audio, 3.5mm headphone jack, and Bluetooth 5.4
- Software: Android 16 with Hello UI, one Android OS upgrade to Android 17, plus security updates
The Moto g77 Power has one clear mission: battery life.
Most smartphones in this price segment still offer 5,000mAh to 5,500mAh batteries, so a 7,000mAh cell genuinely stands out. If you’re constantly on the move, travel frequently, or simply dislike charging every night, the extra battery capacity offers a real advantage.
Motorola also made sensible choices elsewhere. Instead of including a low-value macro camera, it opted for a proper 8MP ultrawide lens. The headphone jack remains, Dolby Atmos stereo speakers return, and the MIL-STD-810H-rated body wrapped in vegan leather should handle daily wear without much trouble.
The biggest drawback is software support. One Android version upgrade now feels limited compared to rivals promising three or four years of OS updates. This is a phone you buy because it delivers today, not because it will remain current for years.
Simply put, the choice between these two phones comes down to priorities. Buy the Nothing Phone 4b if you want a cleaner software experience and standout design. Buy the Moto g77 Power if battery life matters above everything else.
What Else Is Launching in July 2026?
These two phones kick off the month, but the biggest announcements arrive later.
Samsung’s Galaxy Unpacked event is scheduled for July 22, 2026, in London. The company is expected to unveil the Galaxy Z Fold 8, Galaxy Z Fold 8 Wide, Galaxy Z Flip 8, the Galaxy Watch 9 series, and its first Galaxy Glasses.
The wider Galaxy Z Fold 8 is particularly interesting. It reportedly adopts a more tablet-like 4:3 aspect ratio instead of Samsung’s traditional narrow Fold design, positioning it ahead of Apple’s rumored foldable iPhone Ultra expected later this year.
There’s also movement in the budget segment. Fire-Boltt has officially confirmed its smartphone ambitions through a new sub-brand called boltt, introducing Evo and Ace series devices. The first Unisoc-powered 4G and 5G models are expected to arrive as Flipkart exclusives in early August, making July a lead-up to that launch.
One trend ties everything together: the memory chip shortage. Rising demand for AI hardware has driven DRAM and flash memory prices to record highs, increasing smartphone production costs across the industry. That’s why final launch pricing matters just as much as specifications this month.
Wrapping Up
For a week featuring only two launches, July 6–12 presents a surprisingly clear choice. The Nothing Phone 4b focuses on design and clean software, while the Moto g77 Power delivers exceptional battery life at a similar expected price.
The rest of July promises to be even busier, with Samsung’s Galaxy Unpacked event on July 22 and Fire-Boltt’s smartphone debut just around the corner. With component costs continuing to rise, pricing, more than specifications, may ultimately decide which of these new phones comes out on top.
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