#smartphone trends 2026

Smartphone battery capacity is rapidly increasing in 2026, with new data showing a significant shift toward larger batteries and emerging technologies. According to a recent industry report, the global average smartphone battery capacity reached 5,291mAh in January 2026, marking a roughly 400mAh increase year-over-year; the biggest jump since late 2021. Today, we’re checking out budget and entry-level smartphones priced at under PHP 10,000 that were launched during the first quarter of 2026. DISCLAIMER: The smartphones featured in this list were officially released in the Philippines during Q1 2026 (January to March). Today, we’re checking out midrange smartphones priced at under PHP 15,000 that were launched during the first quarter of 2026. But before the new phones arrive in the Philippines, let’s take a look at the midrange smartphones launched this Q1 of 2026, specifically those priced under PHP 40,000. -- So that wraps up our list of top smartphone picks under PHP 20,000 launched this Q1 of 2026. Today, 0:05we're checking out mid-range smartphones 0:07priced at under 15,000 pesos that were 0:09launched during the first quarter of 0:102026. Read more in our articles including "Here are the best-selling smartphones with 6000mAh+ batteries" and "Smartphones Under PHP 10,000 | Q1 2026".