A recent report by The Information has sparked conversations about Microsoft’s long-term plans for its Xbox division. According to the report, Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella considered the possibility of shutting down the division in 2021. At a critical decision point, Nadella evaluated whether to exit the gaming market or pursue a path of significant expansion, which ultimately led to the acquisition of major gaming studios Bethesda (for $7.5 billion) and Activision Blizzard (for $75.4 billion).

Microsoft has denied these claims, but the report raises important questions about the division’s performance and future direction. As we know, Xbox hardware sales have seen a decrease, with a reported 29% decline compared to the previous year. In response, Microsoft has been focusing more on its Game Pass subscription service.

Despite this shift in priorities, the Xbox division did not meet its revenue growth targets in 2023, falling short of the 11% benchmark linked to CEO Satya Nadella’s bonus for the year. Notably, Microsoft has stopped tying Nadella’s compensation goals to Game Pass growth, which may signal waning confidence in the Game Pass model.

The company has set a target of surpassing 100 million subscribers by 2030, a substantial increase from the 34 million reported as of February 2024. Reaching this goal would require tripling the subscriber base within five years, with an annual growth rate of 40%.

Microsoft reported a 36% increase in subscriptions since 2022, but this figure has not been independently verified. While the company has celebrated recent successes, including record Game Pass subscription numbers after the release of Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, concerns remain about whether such growth can be sustained.

Opinions on the future of Game Pass vary among analysts and industry observers. Michael Pachter, a well-known analyst, sees potential in the model, stating, “Seventy billion dollars is a big investment. Short-term losses are fine if Game Pass proves to be a reliable source of recurring revenue over time.”

Others are more cautious. Gus Zinn from the Macquarie Science and Technology Fund has expressed doubts about the widespread adoption of the Game Pass model. Developers have echoed similar concerns, with some estimating that premium game sales on Xbox consoles could decline by as much as 80% when their titles are available through Game Pass.

Microsoft has responded to these discussions by reaffirming its commitment to the Xbox brand. A company spokesperson stated that Microsoft remains focused on gaming and highlighted Satya Nadella’s “all-in” approach.

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A report that surfaced in June claimed that Indian smartphone brands, such as Micromax, Karbon, and Lava, are planning to make a comeback in India. Lava is already active, and the brand is all set to unveil its next smartphone, the Lava Blaze Pro 5G, by the end of this month in the country. The Lava Agni 2 5G, which debuted with a price tag of Rs 19,999, has been well-received by both critics and users. Now, a report by TheMobileIndian states that Micromax is planning to make a second comeback in India.

Micromax’s upcoming phone to feature MediaTek chip

To recall, Micromax returned to the Indian smartphone market in 2020 and released a couple of smartphones. However, the brand has remained inactive after launching the Micromax In 2c in April 2022.

The new report states that Micromax is working on a mid-range phone with a price tag of around Rs 15,000 (~$180). The specifications of the device are not known yet, but the publication claims that it will be equipped with a MediaTek chip.

Micromax has been reportedly in talks for the past few months with MediaTek and Qualcomm about procuring a chip to power its next smartphone. However, the Qualcomm deal hit a roadblock due to concerns raised about Micromax’s history of payment delays. Hence, it appears that Micromax will soon strike a deal with MediaTek.

The publication has learned through its sources that the brand was initially aiming to launch a smartphone in December this year. However, since it has not ordered the chipset yet, it seems that Micromax’s comeback device will debut in February or March. The reason behind the delay is due to Chinese New Year, which falls on Feb. 10 next year. Since the phone is expected to launch in 2024, it may arrive as the company’s first 5G smartphone.

What do you think about Micromax’s second innings in India? Do share your thoughts by posting your comments below.

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Micromax used to be a major player in India’s smartphone market, even surpassing Samsung at one point. However, the brand couldn’t maintain its momentum after Xiaomi entered the country. The competition significantly reduced Micromax’s sales, and the company soon decreased the number of new phones it produced. However, it appears that the former market leader wants to make a comeback in the market, but not as a smartphone maker. Instead, the brand is reportedly placing its bets on electric vehicles.

Micromax could be eyeing electric two-wheelers

TechCrunch reports Micromax is looking to enter the electric vehicle market. To support its upcoming venture, the homegrown brand has made a number of internal changes. These changes involve eliminating dozens of jobs at its headquarters in Gurugram, as well as at branch offices across India. Micromax has reportedly downsized its teams in sales, product development, testing, research and development, and logistics, among other aspects of the business.

In the EV space, Micromax may be eyeing to manufacture two-wheelers. This segment is currently dominated by the companies like Ola, Ather, and even Hero Electric. However, Micromax maybe able to cut through if it launches the right product with the right pricing.

Sources tell TechCrunch that Micromax has already begun renovating one of its offices in Gurugram to start work on its new EV market project. However, there are few employees left at Micromax to staff the business transition.

Micromax’s last smartphone launch was in April, and the brand has yet to transition to 5G. If Micromax is moving into the EV market, does that mean we won’t see any more smartphones from them? And even if we don’t, would you care? Let us know in the comments.

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Micromax re-entered the Indian smartphone market in 2020. However, the company launched only a few phones today. Another homegrown brand Lava has been launching phones consistently since the last year. Recently, it announced the AGNI 2 5G which was well received by critics and buyers. Now, Micromax, Lava, and Karbonn are set to make a comeback in the Indian market as reported by ET. 

Indian smartphone brands set to make a comeback in the country

Micromax, Lava, and Karbonn were popular names in the Indian smartphone market when it was in its early stages. They enjoyed a market share of 45 percent during their peak in 2013 and 2014. However, with the entry of Chinese brands like Xiaomi, OPPO, Vivo, the Indian makers soon lost their way in the country. 

As per the latest development, Micromax, Lava, and Karbonn will be targeting the low-budget and mid-range price segments. Due to government pressure Chinese brands have already moved away from the affordable segment and are launching expensive phones above the Rs 10,000 price bracket. Very few smartphones like the Redmi A2 and Infinix Smart 7 are available under Rs 8,000 segment. This provides a solid opportunity for Indian brands to make a comeback and win the trust of consumers as well as some market share. 

The report adds that brands like Micromax, Lava, and Karbonn believe that consumers don’t have any choice in the entry-level price forcing them to buy refurbished phones, on finance schemes, or pause their plan to buy smartphones. Karbonn is planning to launch a smartphone at Rs 4,999 whereas Micromax could announce a new device at Rs 5,999. However, this could be bundled with telecom carriers like Jio and Airtel. Lava is reportedly planning to launch more 5G smartphones at sub-Rs 10,000. 

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Back in March 2021, Micromax had announced a new smartphone in the Indian market. The device was a mid range model called the IN 1, which launched with capable specs. However, a bit over a year since its launch, owners of this smartphone have took to social media to voice some major complaints regarding the device.

Shubham Dutt was the first to break the news on his official Twitter account. In his original tweet, he shared a short message regarding his experience as well as images of the Micromax IN 1 model. He said that the company rolled out an August patch update after a year for the IN 1. However, this update brought about rapid batter draining and a couple of days after, he noticed that the battery had started swelling too.

This got pretty noticeable to the point that the rear panel was bent outward from the middle, prompting him to shut off the device for good. Although, this does not appear to be an isolated event unfortunately. In another tweet, Shubham Dutt searched for others facing the same issues on Twitter and posted screenshots of their grievances as well. This included tweets like “I’m facing fast battery draining issue in my Micromax IN 1 Handset.”

So, I just tried checking if it was my unit only or others too, and it looks like I am not the only one. Attaching some screenshots below.

So if you are a Micromax user, please don’t update your phone. (2/2)@Micromax__India @rahulsharma pic.twitter.com/WWCItbONkX

— Shubham Dutt (@shubhamdutt13) September 20, 2022

This was followed by other tweets as well that called out the company for rolling out an update more than a 1 year after the smartphone’s release, while the update made the device worse in day to day usage. As of right now, the brand has yet to officially respond to this issue that has affected its customers. But stay tuned for more, as we will be providing updates when additional information is available regarding this matter.

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Back in April 2022, Micromax had announced a new entry level smartphone for the Indian market. Now, the In 2C model recently went on sale and is currently available for purchase on Flipkart, a known e-retailer in the region.

The Micromax In 2C sports a 6.52 inch LCD panel that has a 1600 × 720 pixel HD resolution. This panel has a maximum brightness of 420 nits, a 20:9 aspect ratio, and a waterdrop notch on the front. Under the hood, the In 2C is equipped with a UNISOC T610 SoC, which is paired with a Mali G52 GPU, 3GB of LPDDR4X RAM, and 32GB of emmc 5.1 storage as well. The brand is also offering users an option to further expand storage by up to 512GB through a microSD card slot.

On the back, the new smartphone features a dual camera setup that consists of an 8 megapixel primary camera and a 2 megapixel depth sensor and LED flash. Meanwhile, the front comes with a 5 megapixel selfie shooter. The smartphne is powered by a large 5,000mAh battery pack that supports standard 10W charging support from a USB Type C port. Other features include, rear mounted fingerprint scanner and a 3.5mm headphone jack.

The smartphone runs on Android 11 OS out of the box and is available in two color models, namely Brown and Silver. The device is currently priced at 7,499 INR (roughly 98 US Dollars) for its lone 3GB + 32GB configuration, although, this is the introductory price tag. Its actual price tag is 8,499 INR (roughly 111 US Dollars). At the moment, the handset is available for purchase on Flipkart, along with some special bank offers as well.

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Micromax In 2c smartphone has been announced in India. It is the second smartphone to debut this year after the Micromax In Note 2, which was announced in January this year. The handset replaces the Micromax In 2b smartphone from last year. Here are all the details on the specifications, features, and price of the new Micromax phone.

Micromax In 2c specifications and features

The Micromax In 2c features a 6.52-inch display with a teardrop notch. The screen offers an HD+ resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels, a 20:9 aspect ratio, and 420 nits of brightness. According to the company, the smartphone has an 89 percent screen space.

Coming to the photography department, the In 2c has a front camera of 5-megapixel and its back panel has a dual-camera setup, which comprises an 8-megapixel primary camera and a VGA sensor. The device comes preinstalled with Android 11 OS. Like other Micromax phones, the In 2c offers a stock Android experience.

The Unisoc T610 chipset is present at the helm of the device. It is equipped with 4 GB / 6 GB of LPDDR4x RAM and 64 GB of eMMC 5.1 storage. For additional storage, the device offers a microSD card slot. The handset draws power from a 5,000mAh battery, which supports 10W charging over the USB-C port. It lacks a fingerprint scanner. Dual SIM support, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5, GPS, and 3.5mm audio jacks are some of the other things it has to offer.

Micromax In 2c price in India

The Micromax In 2c comes in a sole version of 3GB RAM + 32GB storage, which is priced at Rs 8,499 (~$111). Starting May 1, it will be available at an introductory price of Rs 7,499 (~$98). The handset comes in Silver and Brown colors. Those who are interested can visit Micromax’s online store or Flipkart to purchase it.

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Recent reports have revealed that Micromax is working on a new smartphone called the Micromax In 2c. The device is expected to replace the Micromax In 2b from last year. Today, the company confirmed that it will be announcing the smartphone on April 26. Ahead of the launch, its landing page has gone live on Flipkart.

The landing page has revealed the design and key features of the Micromax In 2c. The device will sport a waterdrop notch display of 6.52 inches. The official images show that the device has a thick chin and a dual-camera setup on the back.

The official page further confirms that it will be powered by the Unisoc T610 chip and a 5,000mAh battery. The device will be available in Silver and Brown colors.

Micromax In 2c specifications (rumored)

The 6.52-inch LCD display of the Micromax In 2c offers an HD+ resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels, a 20:9 aspect ratio, 420 nits of brightness, and an 89 percent screen space. It has a 5-megapixel camera on the front for selfies. The rear camera array of the device has an 8-megapixel primary camera and a VGA sensor.

The Micromax In 2c’s 6.52-inch LCD display has an HD+ resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels, a 20:9 aspect ratio, 420 nits of brightness, and an 89 percent screen space. It has a 5-megapixel camera on the front for selfies. The back of the phone has an 8-megapixel main camera and a VGA sensor.

The Unisoc T610 chipset will be coupled with 4 GB / 6 GB of LPDDR4x RAM. Both variants will be equipped with 64 GB of eMMC 5.1 built-in storage. For additional storage, the device will arrive with a microSD card slot.

The 5,000mAh battery of the device supports a 10W charging speed. It offers 16 hours of video streaming and 50 hours of talk time. The device offers other features such as the Android 11 OS, a USB-C port, and a 3.5mm audio jack. It lacks a fingerprint scanner. The handset may carry a sub-Rs 10,000 price tag.

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Micromax is expected to launch its In 2c smartphone in the Indian market soon. Recently, the phone’s launch timeline was revealed and the device was certified on a couple of certification websites. In the newest development, the Micromax In 2c’s entire specs sheet and renders have been revealed.

Micromax In 2c Colors & Design 

The tipster Sudhanshu Ambhore on Twitter shared the renders of the phone in three of its colors. The phone appears to come in Black, Grey, and what seems like a Brown/Maroon shade.

Coming to the phone’s design, it looks almost similar to its sibling, In 2b, from both the front and back, however, the fingerprint scanner is missing on this one. The “IN” branding has now moved to the bottom center and the speaker is backfiring, placed in the bottom right corner.

The camera island, however, is similar to the In 2b, with an LED flash below the sensors. The front has a water-drop notch panel, a single selfie snapper placed at the top, and an earpiece.

Micromax In 2c Specifications (rumored)

The smartphone sports a 6.52-inch HD+ display with a 720 x 1600 pixels resolution. It has 400 nits of brightness and an 89% STB ratio. It equips a 5MP selfie snapper and a dual-camera system at the rear. The rear setup goes by an 8MP main lens and a VGA sensor.

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At the helm, it is powered by the UNISOC T610 chipset paired with 4GB/6GB of LPDDR4x RAM and 64GB of eMMC 5.1 internal storage(expandable via microSD card slot). The phone packs a 5,000mAh battery and has a 10W charging speed.

The device will come running on the Android 11 OS out of the box and have dual-SIM support. As said above, it unfortunately lacks a fingerprint reader. Lastly, it has a 3.5mm headphone jack and a USB Type-C port.

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Micromax has already launched the In Note 2 and In 2b budget smartphones in India, and now, it is readying for the other In 2-series phones. Apart from the already launched devices, the series is also expected to comprise the In 2 and In 2c. The tipster Abhishek Yadav has now revealed the launch timeline of the latter.

The Micromax In 2c is tipped to launch by the end of April or early May 2022 in the Indian market. The device should arrive in the budget segment and will be powered by a UNISOC chipset.

Exclusive :
Micromax IN 2C launching later this month or in early May, 2022.#Micromax #IN #MicromaxIN

— Abhishek Yadav (@yabhishekhd) April 16, 2022

The smartphone was spotted on Geekbench previously. As per the listing, the smartphone has 347 points in the single-core department and 1127 points in the multi-core department. It has the UNISOC T610 octa-core chipset with all eight cores clocked at 1.82GHz. The phone has 4GB of RAM and Android 11 OS out of the box.

In addition to this, the device made it to the list of Google Play-supported devices. While that listing didn’t reveal any explicit details, we still got to know that the launch is in the pipeline. Now, that the phone’s tipped release is just a few weeks away, we expect the company to start the marketing campaign for the phone via several teasers.

The Micromax In 2c is expected to come under sub-Rs. 10,000(~$131) price range in the country. We could see it getting released in several colors like the sibling In 2b.

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The Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2022 event kicked off on February 28 and we’ve already seen multiple phones on the first day itself. Despite that, we still have a long list of phones scheduled to be launched in the month of March. Just like every month, we’re back with our list of the upcoming smartphones, and this month, we’ll see smartphone launches from brands like Apple, Samsung, Xiaomi, Huawei, OnePlus, and others. Additionally, Nothing is also expected to launch its first smartphone this month.

1. Realme V25

Realme has scheduled to launch the Realme V25 smartphone on March 3 in China. The device is said to be a rebranded OnePlus phone. It is also touted to be a tweaked version of the Realme 9 Pro 5G. Recently, the phone passed Geekbench and its specs were teased by the company.

The Realme V25 will come with a design that will be similar to the upcoming OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite and the Realme 9 Pro 5G. It is expected to come with a triple camera system at the rear with two sensors placed vertically one after another and the third lens offset. It could have a 64MP + 2MP + 2MP setup at the rear.

The smartphone will come powered by the Snapdragon 695 SoC paired with up to 12GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage. It will pack a 5,000mAh battery with 33W fast charging support.

2. Apple iPhone SE 3 5G

Apple has set a launch on March 8 and the company is expected to launch the Apple iPhone SE 3 at the event. As per a report, the iPhone SE 3 will come at an attractive price of $300.

The iPhone SE 3 is expected to carry forward the same iPhone SE 2 design but bring a notch display, 5G support, and better battery life. Although the specs for the smartphone are scarce, it is likely to come powered by the latest A15 Bionic chipset. To those unaware, this is the same chipset seen in the iPhone 13 lineup.

3. Redmi Note 11 Pro Series 

After launching the vanilla Note 11 series, Redmi will officially bring the Note 11 Pro series into the Indian market on March 9. The series is expected to comprise the Note 11 Pro 4G and Note 11 Pro+ 5G. The former model is expected to come around Rs. 16,999(~$224) price tag, while the latter device could cost Rs. 21,999(~$290) in India.

The duo will come with a 6.67-inch AMOLED display with an FHD+ resolution and 120Hz refresh rate. The Note 11 Pro 4G is expected to come with a 108MP + 8MP + 2MP + 2MP quad-camera system, whereas, the Note 11 Pro+ 5G will have a 108MP + 8MP + 2MP triple camera system.

The Note 11 Pro 4G will be powered by the MediaTek Helio G96 SoC, while the Note 11 Pro+ 5G will get a Snapdragon 695 SoC in its sleeve. The series will pack a 5,000mAh battery with 67W fast charging support.

4. Xiaomi 12 Series 

An official-looking poster of the Xiaomi 12 series revealed that the series will make its global debut on March 15 in the European market. It’s currently unclear if all three phones will launch or only a few select models.

The Xiaomi 12, 12X, and 12 Pro have an OLED screen and 50MP cameras. The Xiaomi 12 and 12 Pro are powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 flagship SoC, while the Xiaomi 12X packs a Snapdragon 870 chipset. All three have a big battery and the Pro has a 120W wired and 50W wireless charging support.

5. OnePlus 10 Pro

OnePlus is expected to launch its flagship OnePlus 10 Pro in the Indian market this month. Unfortunately, the exact launch date is yet to be revealed but is it said to arrive during Holi, so expect a launch around March 15 or March 16.

The OnePlus 10 Pro comes with a new design with a 6.7-inch 2K LTPO 2.0 AMOLED display. It has a variable refresh rate of 1Hz to 120Hz. The smartphone sports a 48MP + 50MP + 8MP triple camera system and a single 32MP selfie camera.

It is powered by the powerful Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 SoC paired with LPDDR5 RAM and UFS 3.1 internal storage. It packs a 5,000mAh battery and has 80W wired and 50W wireless fast charging support.

6. Moto G22  

Motorola’s Moto G22 has been a part of many leaks lately. In fact, even its official-looking renders were surfaced on the Internet. This hints at a launch as early as March. The smartphone is expected to arrive in different markets including Europe and India.

The Moto G22 will come with a 6.53-inch punch-hole OLED display with an HD+(720 x 1600 pixels) resolution. It will feature a 90Hz refresh rate and have a thin-bezel design. The device will come equipped with a 50MP + 8MP + 2MP + 2MP quad-rear camera setup housed in a unique camera module.

It is expected to come with the MediaTek Helio G37 SoC paired with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of internal storage. It will pack a 5,000mAh battery and run on Android 12 OS.

7. Huawei Nova 9 SE

Huawei’s Nova 9 SE is expected to launch this month in the global market. The smartphone is teased to come with ultra-narrow bezels and an improved design.

The smartphone is said to be a rebranded Honor 50 SE. That being said, we can expect a 6.78-inch 120Hz punch-hole screen with super-thin bezels. It could come with a mid-range MediaTek chipset and have support for 66W fast charging technology.

8. Nothing Smartphone 

One of the exciting launches this month will be the Nothing smartphone. Nothing is expected to launch its first smartphone by the end of March. The company will bring the new phone in partnership with Qualcomm, so we can expect a Snapdragon chipset inside the device.

Interestingly, the Nothing smartphone will be like its TWS buds, meaning that it will come with a transparent housing. A few concept images of the phone revealed a rear-mounted fingerprint scanner. The smartphone is expected to run on the Android operating system.

9. Samsung Galaxy A13 4G, A33 5G, M23 5G, M33 5G, F23 

Samsung is expected to bring a sleeve of devices under the A and M lineup of phones. Some phones that are expected to launch this month are the Galaxy A13 4G, Galaxy A33 4G, Galaxy M23 5G, Galaxy M33 5G, Galaxy F23.

The A13 4G will come with an IPS LCD screen and have Exynos 850 SoC. The A33 5G will come with a 6.4-inch FHD+ AMOLED panel and pack the Exynos 1200 SoC. It may as well debut with Dimensity 720 SoC for some markets.

On the other hand, the M23 5G is expected to come with an AMOLED panel and 50MP cameras. It could have the new Hynix sensor with Optical Image Stabilization(OIS) support. The device is rumored to have Snapdragon 750G inside and run on Android 12 OS. The M33 5G will come with the Exynos 1200 SoC and have a 6.5-inch FHD+ AMOLED panel. It is expected to come with a 64MP quad-camera system and may house a mammoth 6,000mAh battery.

Samsung is also expected to launch the Galaxy F23 in the Indian market. It will come with a 6.4-inch 120Hz AMOLED panel and have the Snapdragon 765G SoC. It is expected to feature 48MP cameras and have a 5,000mAh battery. It could arrive under Rs. 20,000(~$265) in India.

10. Vivo T1 Pro

Vivo has already launched the Vivo T1 5G in India. Now, the company is expected to bring the Vivo T1 Pro 5G in the country. Some reports reveal that the phone may debut in April this year, however, the smartphone could arrive by the end of March.

The Vivo T1 Pro 5G’s specs are unknown at the moment but it is expected to offer great specs at an affordable price. Just like the T1 5G, the T1 Pro 5G will also be an online exclusive smartphone. We can expect the device to bring a better display over the T1, an upgraded chipset, and a faster-charging speed.

11. Micromax In 2, In 2C

Micromax is expected to launch new smartphones this month. The company may launch the In 2 and In 2C by late March. The Micromax In 2 is rumored to come with a 6.5-inch IPS LCD display with a 90Hz refresh rate and an FHD+ resolution. It is expected to come with a 48MP triple camera system and an 8MP selfie snapper. It could come with a big 5,000mAh battery with 18W fast charging support.

On the other hand, the In 2C was spotted in leaks and it has the UNISOC T610 SoC. It will be an entry-level smartphone and is likely to come under Rs. 10,000(~$133) in India.

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Micromax announced the Micromax In Note 2 as its first smartphone of the year 2022. Fresh information suggests that the Micromax In 2c could be the company’s next handset. The moniker has appeared has now surfaced in the database of the Google Play supported devices list, which indicates that it may go official soon.

As can be seen in the screenshot shared by tipster Abhishek Yadav, the Micromax In 2C has surfaced with model number E6533 in Google Play supported devices list. This model number has been previously spotted at the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) and Geekbench benchmarking site.

Micromax IN 2C E6533 spotted on google play support, BIS & geekbench.
– Unisoc T-610
– Android 11
– 4GB Ram#Micromax #IN2C pic.twitter.com/cWastQEMPE

— Abhishek Yadav (@yabhishekhd) February 24, 2022

The Micromax In 2C’s Geekbench listing had surfaced back in June 2021. It revealed key specifications such as a Unisoc T610 chipset, 4 GB of RAM, and Android 11 OS. In the single-core and multi-core tests of Geekbench, the handset scored 347 and 1127 points, respectively. As the name suggests, the In 2c will be replacing the Micromax In 2b smartphone from last year.

Unfortunately, there is no information on the specifications of the Micromax In 2c specifications. Probably, the company may unveil the device in March. The device is likely to debut with a sub-Rs 10,000 (~$133) pricing in the country. Hopefully, newer reports will reveal more details about the In 2c in the coming days.

The Micromax In Note 2 introduced last month features a 6.43-inch AMOLED FHD+ display with Gorilla Glass protection, a 16-megapixel front-facing camera, and a 48-megapixel (main) + 5-megapixel (ultrawide) + 2-megapixel (macro)+ 2-megapixel (depth) quad-camera unit. The Helio G95 powered handset offers 4 GB of RAM, 64 GB of storage, a 5,000mAh battery with 30W charging, Android 11 OS, and a side-facing fingerprint scanner.

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Micromax has recently launched the Micromax In Note 2 in India. The budget-friendly phone is being priced for its specifications and design. Now, the company is reportedly working on the launch of its next In-series phone called the Micromax In 2. A Twitter user (via) has tipped the major specs of the smartphone along with its expected pricing.

Micromax In 2 specifications (rumored)

The new leak states that the Micromax In 2 will be featuring a 6.5-inch IPS LCD screen that offers a Full HD+ resolution and a 90Hz refresh rate. For selfies, it may feature a front camera of 8-megapixel and its rear camera setup may house a 48-megapixel primary camera along with a pair of 2-megapixel auxiliary cameras.

The Helio G88 that powers the likes of the Redmi 10 Prime (Redmi 10), Infinix Hot 11S, and Infinix Note 11 will be present under the hood of the Micromax In 2. The leak has no information on the RAM and storage capacities of the smartphone.

The device is expected to come preinstalled with Android 11 OS. It may pack a 5,000mAh battery that supports 18W charging. The budget-friendly phone will come equipped with a polycarbonate body. It is likely to start at Rs 10,000 (~$133) or Rs 11,000 (~$146).

Micromax is yet to tease the arrival of the Micromax In 2. Probably, it will take a couple of more days to confirm its arrival as it has not even been a month since the In Note 2 was announced in India. Priced at Rs 13,490 (~$179), the handset offers specs like a 6.43-inch AMOLED FHD+ display, a 16-megapixel front camera, a 48-megapixel + 5-megapixel + 2-megapixel + 2-megapixel quad-camera unit, Helio G95 chipset, 4 GB of RAM, 64 GB of storage, and a 5,000mAh battery that supports 30W fast charging.

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Micromax on Tuesday has officially launched the all-new Micromax In Note 2 in India. The smartphone is a successor to the In Note 1 launched back in 2020 and brings major design and internal upgrades. Some of its highlights are punch-hole AMOLED panel, 30W fast charging, and 48MP cameras.

The Micromax In Note 2 is priced at Rs 13,490 for the 4GB RAM + 64GB storage variant. However, as an introductory offer, the device will be available for Rs 12,490 for a limited period. The smartphone comes in Black and Brown(Oak) colors and will go on sale starting from January 30 at 12PM on Flipkart and Micromaxinfo.com.

Micromax In Note 2 Specifications 

The In Note 2 comes with a new design over its predecessor. But, the design isn’t something you would call original. It has a Galaxy S21 series-inspired design at the back with a similar camera island and sensor placements. On the front end, the smartphone boasts a punch-hole display. It is a 6.43-inch AMOLED panel with a Full-HD+ resolution. It has 550 nits of peak brightness and Gorilla Glass protection.

The device has a 16MP selfie snapper at the front top and features a quad-camera system at the rear. It has a 48MP primary lens, a 5MP ultra-wide sensor, a 2MP macro shooter, and a 2MP depth lens.

Inside, the smartphone draws power from the MediaTek Helio G95 octa-core SoC paired with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of internal storage. The device has a 5,000mAh battery with 30W fast charging support. Micromax claims that the phone can go from 0% to 50% in only 25 minutes. The phone has a side-facing fingerprint scanner for security. As for connectivity, it has 4G LTE, Bluetooth v5.0, Wi-Fi 802.11ac, and GPS. It has a USB Type-C port for charging and a 3.5mm headphone jack for audio needs.

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Micromax recently revealed that the Micromax In Note 2 will be launching in the Indian market tomorrow (Jan 25). The phone will be the successor to the Micromax In Note 1 which was released back in 2020. So let’s take a look at what this upcoming device has to offer.

Design and Display

Design-wise, the back panel heavily borrows from the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra as the camera island design and quad-camera setup resemble the current Samsung flagship.

The device has a pleasant design with flat edges and rounded corners, and on the right side, it has a volume rocker and a power button. Apparently, the power button doubles up as a fingerprint scanner. The company confirms that the phone has a glass finish at the rear.

The smartphone has a punch-hole panel at the front with thin bezels on three sides except for the bottom which has a noticeable chin.

The device is rumored to host a 6.43-inch AMOLED FHD+ display. It is unclear whether it supports a 60Hz or a higher refresh rate.

Camera

The rear camera setup of the device features a 48-megapixel primary camera, a 5-megapixel secondary lens, and a pair of 2-megapixel snappers which could be a depth sensor and a microscope. For selfies, the In Note 2 will feature a front camera of 16-megapixel.

Performance

The Micromax In Note 2 will come housing a MediaTek Helio G95 SoC. It is rumored to come in 6 GB and 8 GB RAM variants and storage choices like 64 GB and 128 GB. The handset will come preinstalled with Android 11. Like the predecessor In series of smartphones, the In Note 2 is also expected to run on a near-stock version of Android.

The In Note 2 will be packed with a 5,000mAh battery, which will be coupled with a 30W charger. According to Micromax, the fast charging tech will allow the smartphone to gain 50 percent battery in just 25 minutes.

Micromax In Note 2 price in India

Although no leaks regarding the In Note 2’s pricing have surfaced as of yet, industry experts have speculated the device to have a starting price of Rs. 10,999. Exact details about the price, color variants, and memory configuration is expected to be revealed in tomorrow’s launch event, so stay tuned.

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Micromax has recently confirmed that it will be announcing the Micromax In Note 2 on Jan. 25 in India. Its microsite is now live on Micromax India’s website and Flipkart. These listings have revealed the key specs of the smartphone. Now, a fresh leak by Sudhanshu Ambhore has revealed more information on the specs of the In Note 2.

Micromax In Note 2 specifications (rumored)

According to a report by My Smart Price that cites tipster Yogesh Brar as the source has revealed that the device has a 6.43-inch AMOLED FHD+ display that has a centrally aligned punch-hole. It is unclear whether it supports a 60Hz or a higher refresh rate.

For selfies, the In Note 2 will feature a front camera of 16-megapixel. The rear camera setup of the device features a 48-megapixel primary camera, a 5-megapixel secondary lens, and a pair of 2-megapixel snappers. For security, it features a side-facing fingerprint scanner.

The Micromax In Note 2 is powered by the Helio G95. The leak reveals that the device will come in 4 GB and 6 GB RAM variants and storage choices like 64 GB and 128 GB. The handset will come preinstalled with Android 11. Like the predecessor In series of smartphones, the In Note 2 is also expected to run on a near-stock version of Android.

The In Note 2 will be packed with a 5,000mAh battery, which will be coupled with a 30W charger. According to Micromax, the fast charging tech will allow the smartphone to gain 50 percent battery in just 25 minutes. The leak has no information on the pricing of the device, but it is likely to arrive in black and brown colors.

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Next week will be big for Xiaomi. Because the company will be holding its first global launch event of 2022. However, unlike last year, we won’t see flagship smartphones. Instead, the firm will be debuting new models in its best-selling lineup – the Redmi Note series. At the same time, Micromax will release a new phone in India after a long time. Let’s check out these handsets in detail.

Upcoming Smartphones Next Week

Redmi Note 11 Series

Xiaomi is known for offering smartphones at various price points. But the company’s most popular lineup worldwide is arguably the Redmi Note series. This family of phones is known for offering bang for buck products.

Last year’s Redmi Note 10 series set the bar high for the lineup. Hence, it will be interesting to see how Xiaomi plans to top it. Perhaps, it won’t, as the leaked details point towards an almost similar set of features.

The international Redmi Note 11 series may include at least five models, namely Redmi Note 11, Redmi Note 11S, Redmi Note 11 Pro 4G, Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G, and Redmi Note 11 Pro+ 5G. But unfortunately, it’s not known surely known which of these models will be announced at the event. Maybe, all of them will go official at once.

Xiaomi’s first-ever global launch event for 2022 is scheduled for January 26. The live stream will kickstart at 8 PM (GMT+8) on the company’s official YouTube channel. The global launch of MIUI 13 may also happen at this conference.

Having said that, here are the details we know so far.

Redmi Note 11

The vanilla Redmi Note 11 is expected to come with a 90Hz FHD+ AMOLED display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 chip, 50MP quad-camera setup comprising ultra-wide and macro shooters, dual stereo speakers, and a 5,000mAh battery with support for 33W fast charging.

It could retail at around $175 for the 4GB + 64GB memory configurations. There could be other memory variants as well.

Redmi Note 11S

The Redmi Note 11S is said to come with a 90Hz AMOLED display, a MediaTek chipset, 108MP (wide) + 8MP (ultra-wide) + 2MP (macro) + 2MP (depth) quad-camera setup, 13MP selfie camera, MIUI 13, and up to 8GB RAM as well as 128GB storage.

This device is also being teased to launch in India on an unspecified date. [Update: February 9]

Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G

The Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G is tipped to feature a 6.6-inch 120Hz FHD+ AMOLED display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 690 SoC, 6GB/8GB LPDDR4x RAM, 128GB UFS 2.2 storage, 108MP + 8MP + 2MP triple camera setup, 16MP selfie camera, dual stereo speakers, IR blaster, 3.5mm headphone jack, side-mounted fingerprint sensor, 5,000mAh battery, and 67W fast charging.

The handset could arrive in three colors, such as Graphite Gray, Polar White, and Diamond Dazzle.

Redmi Note 11 Pro 4G

The Redmi Note 11 Pro 4G is rumored to have the same design and colors as the Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G. It is also tipped to have a similar set of features, except that it will be powered by a MediaTek Helio G96 chipset.

Redmi Note 11 Pro+ 5G

Finally, the Redmi Note 11 Pro+ 5G is expected to be the same model that’s sold in China. This phone was recently released in India as Xiaomi 11i HyperCharge.

The main highlights of this device include 120W fast charging, 4,500mAh battery, 120Hz FHD+ AMOLED display, MediaTek Dimensity 920 SoC, dual stereo speakers, side-mounted fingerprint sensor, and more.

Micromax IN Note 2

Apart from the Redmi Note 11 series, we will be also witnessing the launch of Micromax IN Note 2 next week. In fact, this handset will go official a day earlier on January 25 in India.

Though the smartphone has been confirmed to offer an interesting set of features, we cannot deny the fact that it looks like a cheap knock-off of the popular Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra.

Talking about specifications, it will arrive with a 6.43-inch AMOLED display, MediaTek Helio G95 chip, 30W fast charging, and a side-mounted fingerprint sensor. Finally, it will sport a glass panel on the rear.

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Yesterday, Micromax announced that it will unveil the Micromax In Note 2 on January 25 in India. Ahead of its launch, the phone’s key highlights have been revealed, thanks to the landing page on Flipkart.

The micro-site on Flipkart confirms the key specifications of the smartphone. The Micromax In Note 2 will come with a 6.43-inch punch-hole display. Interestingly, it will be a flat-screen AMOLED panel unlike the predecessor, which has an LCD screen. Unfortunately, the display resolution is not mentioned on the page.

As for the cameras, the smartphone will feature a quad-camera system. The rear camera island will be similar to the Galaxy S21’s module. It has the first three lenses placed vertically one after another and the fourth lens beside the sensors. The smartphone also has an LED flash. The camera specs are unknown, but the predecessor had a 48MP main lens, that being said, we can expect an improved sensor on the In Note 2.

Moving ahead, we finally get to learn about its chipset. The smartphone will be powered by the MediaTek Helio G95 SoC. For starters, this chipset has powered many budget phones in early 2021. Currently, we can see this chipset in the Infinix Note 10 Pro and Motorola Moto G60S phones. Both retail at around $200 – $300 price tag.

Coming back to the specs, one of the major highlights of the Micromax In Note 2 will be 30W fast charging. The smartphone is advertised to go from 0% to 50% in 25 minutes. Lastly, it has a side-facing fingerprint scanner for security, a USB Type-C port, and a 3.5mm headphone jack.

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It’s been a while since we last heard from Micromax in the Indian market. The company’s last In Note phone was launched back in 2020, and since then, fans are waiting for its successor. Now, Micromax took it to Twitter for teasing the launch of its upcoming Micromax In Note 2.

Micromax has officially revealed that the much-awaited In Note 2 will launch on January 25 in India. The company has shared a short teaser video showcasing its design. To our surprise, the phone will flaunt a refreshed design and it will be similar to the Galaxy S21 series phones.

The smartphone has a punch-hole panel at the front with thin bezels on three sides except for the bottom. The device has a noticeable chin at the bottom. Moving to the rear, it has the Galaxy S21-like camera island. It has a quad-camera system at the rear with three lenses positioned vertically and the fourth lens slightly off set. There’s also an LED flash beside the first lens.

At the back, it has the “In” branding, and on the sides, it seems to have a volume rocker and a power button. Apparently, the power button doubles up as a fingerprint scanner. The company confirms that the phone has a glass finish at the rear.

Lastly, we get to learn the colors of the phone. The smartphone has two colors – Blue and Brown. It will be sold via Flipkart in the market.

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We are heading to the last month of this year which also brings us closer to the festive season. In December, there are phone launches from top Chinese smartphone brands thanks to the vouch of the availability of the recently announced Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chipset. That said, there will be more mid-range phones coming out than budget-centric phones. Some of the confirmed and rumoured phone launches are from brands like Motorola, Xiaomi, OnePlus, Realme, Redmi, and Micromax.

1. Motorola Edge X30(Edge 30 Ultra) 

Motorola is expected to launch one of the worlds first Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 powered flagship smartphones. Reportedly, the company will launch a device dubbed Motorola Edge X30(a.k.a Edge 30 Ultra) on December 9. The company on its social media handle has confirmed its arrival. Although there are only a few days left for its release, there’s still not much to learn about its specs.

So far we know that it could feature a 6.67-inch screen with a 144Hz AMOLED display. It is expected to have great cameras with a 50MP + 50MP + 2MP triple rear camera setup and a single 60MP selfie lens.

2. Xiaomi 12

Next up we have the upcoming Xiaomi 12 which will be another Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 powered device. The smartphone is rumoured to launch on December 12 booting with the new MIUI 13 software skin.

A recent report revealed that the smartphone will come with a triple camera system at the rear and will have an AG Glass body. The phone is expected to have a 50MP primary lens. Our exclusive screen protector leak of the Pro variant confirmed that the device may have a punch-hole screen with thinner bezels.

3. OnePlus RT 

OnePlus RT a.k.a the OnePlus 9RT has been in the news for a long time. The smartphone is already available in the Chinese market selling with the moniker 9RT, however, the phone will debut as the OnePlus RT in the Indian region.

Unfortunately, the Indian launch date of the device is yet to be known but since many details are known, we expect it to debut soon. What we know is that the OnePlus RT may come at a starting price of Rs. 39,999 and will be powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 SoC.

4. Redmi K50 series

Xiaomi’s Redmi is expected to launch the Redmi K50 series in the Chinese market. However, the exact date is unconfirmed. But, the leaks have taken over the internet and revealed plenty of the series’ details.

The Redmi K50 is expected to come with four different chipsets like the Snapdragon 870(a mid-range model), Snapdragon 8 Gen 1(flagship model), Dimensity 7000, and Dimensity 9000(game-centric model). All the phones in the series will boot on the upcoming MIUI 13 and are expected to debut by the end of this month. Later, these models could launch globally with different monikers.

5. Realme Narzo 50A Prime, Realme C35

Realme has been quiet for the last couple of weeks and that could mean that the company was working on a few phones under wraps. Recently, the company touted that it will soon launch a premium flagship smartphone and it was later revealed to be the successor of the Realme GT, the Realme GT 2 Pro.

Anyway, this premium flagship is nowhere to be expected to launch this month as the phone is yet to pass plenty of certifications before it releases. What could arrive are two budget-centric phones – the Realme Narzo 50A Prime and Realme C35.

Both the Narzo 50A Prime and the C35 will supposedly be the extensions of the 50 series and C-series respectively. That said, expect entry-level specs with big batteries as the key feature.

6. Xiaomi 11i, Xiaomi 11i HyperCharge

Xiaomi recently launched the Redmi Note 11T 5G in India and it looks like another Note 11 series phone may land in the market but with a different moniker. Xiaomi is expected to bring the China-exclusive Redmi Note 11 Pro+ in India with the moniker Xiaomi 11i HyperCharge.

The Xiaomi 11i HyperCharge is expected to bring a whopping 120W fast charging support and a 6.67-inch screen with a 120Hz refresh rate. The phone is expected to come powered by a mid-range MediaTek Dimensity SoC. The Xiaomi 11i, on the other hand, is expected to be another device with some downgraded specs sheet over the HyperCharge model.

7. Moto G200 

The Snapdragon 888+ powered Moto G200 5G is expected to land in India after its initial European release. The flagship phone is expected to come at an aggressive price in the region. The exact launch date is yet to be known but it is touted to debut this month itself.

The Motorola G200 comes with a 6.8-inch punch-hole LCD display with a 144Hz refresh rate. Its major highlight is the 108MP triple rear camera system which is accompanied by a 13MP ultra-wide-angle lens and a 2MP depth sensor.

8. Micromax Budget phone

Indian phone maker Micromax on its Twitter handle confirmed that it will launch a new smartphone soon. Netizens expect that the new phone may debut this month itself. This device could be the Micromax In Note 1 Pro which recently passed a few certifications.

The Micromax In Note 1 Pro is powered by the MediaTek MT6785 SoC a.k.a the Helio G90 chipset paired with 4GB of RAM. The phone is expected to bring major improvements over the vanilla In Note 1. It is expected to have a big battery with fast charging support. It may come with improvement cameras.

These are some of the phones coming up this month. Which device are you most excited about? Do tell us in the comments.

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Back in November 2020, Micromax returned to the smartphone market in India by announcing the In Note 1 and In 1b handsets. Now, the company has announced a permanent price cut of Rs 1,500 (~$20) for the base variant of the In Note 1.

At launch, the 4 GB RAM + 64 GB storage and 4 GB RAM + 128 GB storage edition of the In Note 1 were priced at Rs 10,999 (~$148) and Rs 12,499 (~$168), respectively. The pricing of the base model was increased to Rs 11,499 (~$157) in May. Later on, it was again made available at its original price.

Now, Micromax is offering a discount of Rs 1,500 (~$20) only for the 4 GB RAM + 64 GB storage edition of the In Note 1. After the price cut, it can be availed for Rs 9,499 (~$128). It comes in green and white colors. The handset can be purchased with the revised pricing through Flipkart’s Big Billion Days sale from Oct. 3. Buyers with ICICI and Axis Bank credit cards can get an additional 10 percent discount of up to Rs 1,500 on the device.

Micromax In Note 1 specifications and features

The Micromax In Note 1 has a 6.67-inch IPS LCD FHD+ display. It has a 16-megapixel front-facing camera, and a 48-megapixel (main) + 5-megapixel (ultrawide) + 2-megapixel (macro) + 2-megapixel (depth) quad-camera unit. It runs on a stock version of Android.

The Helio G85 chipset powers the In Note 1. It comes with LPPDR4x RAM and eMMC 5.1 storage. It houses a 5,000mAh battery with 18W fast charging. A fingerprint scanner is available on the backside of the device.

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Micromax debuted the IN lineup of smartphones in India at the end of last year. The first two models that were introduced by the company were Micromax IN 1b and Micromax IN Note 1. Ten months post their announcement, the former handset has now started receiving the Android 11 update.

Like any other OTA software update, the Android 11 update for the Micromax IN 1b is being rolled out in batches. Therefore, it is only available for a select few users.

In order to check whether their unit has received the update, users can navigate to Settings > System > Advanced >  System update. As per the official announcement post on Micromax forums, the OTA file weighs around 1.69 GB.

The company recommends users have at least 60% battery while downloading the update. It also advises users to use a strong WiFi or LTE connection.

The Micromax IN 1b is a budget smartphone featuring a 6.52-inch HD+ display. It is powered by a MediaTek Helio G35 SoC paired with up to 4GB RAM and 64GB internal storage.

It houses a 13MP (wide) + 2MP (depth) dual-camera setup on the rear and an 8MP front-facing camera. It has all the essentials like a fingerprint sensor, a 3.5mm headphone jack, a USB Type-C port, and a MicroSD card slot.

Last but not least, the phone is backed by a 5,000mAh battery with support for 10W charging and reverse charging. 

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Unlike the European market, Xiaomi has a huge rival in India: Transsion. It is the company that owns Micromax, Infinix, and Tecno and it also operates in the African markets. In a few days, Xiaomi’s sub-brand will launch the Redmi 10 Prime in India and, despite it is likely to become one of the best sellers in the next future, the competition will be hard to beat. This is a comparison between the Redmi 10 Prime and two devices from Transsion’s brands in the same price range: Infinix Note 10 and Micromax In note 1.

Xiaomi Redmi 10 Prime vs Infinix Note 10 vs Micromax In note 1

Design

The design of the Redmi 10 Prime reminds me of a flagship from the last generation: the Xiaomi Mi 10 Ultra. Someone might find the camera module big and invasive, but I prefer this device in terms of design because it is more compact and it has a cleaner look if we exclude the camera module. Further, it is dustproof and splashproof. Just like the Infinix Note 10, it has a side-mounted fingerprint reader, while the Micromax In note 1 has a rear-mounted scanner. The Infinix Note 10 is one of the biggest phones out there, so it is not for everyone. If we exclude the rear-mounted fingerprint reader, the Micromax In note 1 is attractive with its reflective back and oleophobic coating for the display.

Display

The most advanced display belongs to the Redmi 10 Prime. It is the only one to offer a 90 Hz refresh rate, while Micromax In note 10 and Infinix Note 10 come with standard 60 Hz displays. However, the Infinix Note 10 has another important advantage: with a diagonal of 6.95 inches, its display is very wide and good for productivity and power users. Just like the Redmi 10 Prime, Infinix Note 10 has stereo speakers, while you get a mono speaker with the Micromax In note 1.

Hardware/Software

The Redmi 10 Prime is fueled by a better processor compared to its two opponents: not a big improvement, but still a better chipset. We are talking about the Helio G88 mobile platform, which is an upgrade of the Helio G85 found on the Infinix Note 10 and the Micromax In note 1. The chip is paired with up to 6 GB of RAM and 128 GB of internal storage you can furtherly expand with a micro SD. You can get the same memory configuration with the Infinix Note 10, but not with the Micromax In note 1 which stops at 4 GB of RAM. The Redmi and the Infinix run Android 11 out of the box, while Micromax In note 1 is still based on Android 10.

Camera

The Redmi 10 Prime is the most advanced camera phone: first of all, it has a better main camera with a 50 MP resolution. Further, it comes with a better ultrawide camera with an 8 MP resolution. To be accurate, the Infinix Note 10 does not even have an ultrawide camera, but it comes with a Quad LED flash making photos in the dark brighter. The Micromax In note 1 should be better for taking selfies with its 16 MP f/2.0 front camera.

Battery

The battery life king is the Redmi 10 Prime thanks to its bigger 6000 mAh battery. Besides fast charging, it even supports reverse charging.

Xiaomi Redmi 10 Prime vs Infinix Note 10 vs Micromax In note 1: Price

Redmi 10 Prime will hit India with Rs. 12,499 / $170 starting price, Infinix Note 10 costs Rs. 10,999 / $150, and Micromax In note 1 costs Rs. 11,499 / $156. Redmi 10 Prime is the best of the trio, but you can get a higher value for money with Infinix Note 10.

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Xiaomi Redmi 10 Prime vs Infinix Note 10 vs Micromax In note 1: PRO and CONS

Xiaomi Redmi 10 Prime

PROS

• Best chipset
• Great camera
• 90 Hz refresh rate
• Stereo speakers
• Reverse charging
• Bigger battery
• Android 11

CONS

• Nothing particular

Infinix Note 10

PROS

• Wider display
• Stereo speakers
• Android 11

CONS

• Dimensions

Micromax In note 1

PROS

• Reverse charging
• Good front camera
• Oleophobic coating
• Great price

CONS

• Android 10 out of the box

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Samsung introduced ‘Note’ branding for smartphones with the launch of its iconic Galaxy Note lineup. On the other hand, Xiaomi popularised this name with its Redmi Note series in the budget segment. There are also other Note-branded handsets like Micromax IN Note 1. This particular phone is now said to get a Pro model.

As per tech influencer Mukul Sharma (@stufflistings), Micromax’s upcoming phone will be called Micromax IN Note 1 Pro. He says that this device will launch at the end of September.

Apart from the name of the smartphone and its release timeline, Sharma does not reveal anything else about this device. But we do know that it could be powered by a MediaTek Helio G90 chipset.

In related news, the world’s fastest-growing smartphone brand realme may also introduce the realme Note series in the near future. These phones called realme Note 9 and realme Note 9 Prime might go official next year at around the same time as the realme 9 series.

As mentioned in the beginning, only Samsung and Xiaomi have managed to be associated with the Note branding though there are many Notes out there. Only time will tell if Micromax and realme can do the same.

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There are indications that the launch of the Micromax In Note 1 Pro to the Indian market is close, as the device was spotted on Geekbench, the performance assessment platform. The Geekbench listing revealed a few details including the model number, chipset, and name of the device.

The Micromax In Note 1 Pro will likely be the successor to the Micromax In Note 1 which was launched in India in November 2020. The Geekbench listing indicates that the model number of the device is E7748_64, and it will be powered by MediaTek Helio G90 chipset, which is a positive departure from the In note 1, which spotted a MediaTek Helio G85 chipset. The Helio G90 offers more power and has the higher Mali-G76 MC4 GPU.

The Geekbench results showed that the Micromax In note 1 Pro scored 519 on the single-core performance and 1673 on the multi-core. The stated RAM of the In note 1 Pro was 4GB, which is the same as the vanilla version of the model. It is expected that there could be other variants with higher RAM and internal storage, compared to its predecessor. Amazingly, the unit tested on Geekbench will run on the Android 10 operating system. With a stable version of Android 12 almost here, it remains to be seen how this may affect the acceptance of the device in India.

As we inch towards the imminent launch date, it could be a matter of weeks before we see the Micromax In Note 1 Pro officially unveiled to the Indian market. There are still several details that are lacking for the device at this time. We are yet to have an idea of the camera setup of the device, as well as battery life, charging capability, and several other key features still lacking for the device.

Finally, we are still in the dark on the pricing and exact date of release of the Micromax In note 1 Pro.

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Micromax launched the In 2B entry-level smartphone last month in the Indian market. It arrived with UNISOC T610 SoC and dual rear cameras priced starting at ₹7,999(~$108). Now, just like In Note 1, the Micromax In 2B has also received a price hike in the Indian market.

After almost two weeks of launch, the Micromax In 2B’s price has increased by ₹500(~$7) in India. Now, the base variant with 4GB RAM + 64GB storage variant is available for ₹8,499(~$114) and the top variant with 6GB RAM + 64GB storage is priced at ₹9,499(~$128). The price increase has been reflected on Flipkart and Micromax’s official website.

Micromax In 2B Specifications 

The Micromax In 2B sports a 6.52-inch LCD display with an HD+(1600 x 720 pixels) resolution. It has a 60Hz refresh rate and a pixel density of 269 PPI. The display has a 1200:1 contrast ratio, supports 16 million colors, and has a 71% NTSC color gamut.

As for cameras, the smartphone features a vertical camera setup at the rear with a 13MP wide sensor and a 2MP depth lens. It also has an LED flash below the camera lenses. Upfront, it has a 5MP camera for selfies.

Under the hood, it is powered by the UNISOC T610 SoC paired with 6GB of LPDDR4x RAM and 64GB of eMMC 5.1 internal storage. It also has a microSD card slot for additional storage. It packs a 5,000mAh battery with 10W charging support. It has a rear-mounted fingerprint scanner and runs on Android 11 out of the box.

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Last month, Micromax launched the IN 2B entry-level smartphone with Unisoc’s T610 chipset offering decent specs in budget. It is the first smartphone to launch with this chipset in India, but now Unisoc’s Executive Vice President has revealed(to Gizbot) that more phones with T610 technology will enter India.

Eric Zhou, Executive Vice President of Unisoc, said that Unisoc has already collaborated with several Indian and Chinese smartphone manufacturers, which are expected to launch new phones in the coming months.

In particular, Unisoc collaborated with Realme, Micromax and Motorola to bring the Unisoc T610 mobile phones to India. Among these brands, Micromax has already released the In 2B smartphone with T610. We expect Realme and Motorola to launch T610 powered phones in India soon.

Besides, Unisoc has also partnered with Honor, Hisense, and Telcast in the global market. The Chinese chip-making company has reportedly covered 128 countries around the world and is currently planning to expand its product portfolio in India with Indian mobile phone makers.

Micromax In 2B (Unisoc T610) Specifications 

The Micromax In 2B comes with a 6.52-inch LCD water-drop notch display. It is an HD+ panel with 269 PPI and 400 nits of brightness. The device has a 13MP + 2MP dual camera system at the rear and a single 5MP camera at the front.

The device is powered by the Unisoc T610 chipset paired with up to 6GB of RAM and 64GB of internal storage. It also has microSD card slot for additional memory. It has a 3.5mm headphone jack and USB Type-C port for charging the 5,000mAh battery. It boots on Android 11.

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Micromax has officially launched the IN 2B budget smartphone in India as scheduled. The handset comes with a large display, a UNISOC chipset, dual cameras, and a huge battery. Let’s take a look at its entire specs and features along with price as well as availability.

Micromax IN 2B Specifications and Price

The newly announced Micromax IN 2B sports a 6.52-inch LCD panel with a resolution of 1600 x 720 pixels (HD+), 269 PPI, and 16 million colors. The screen has a 71% NTSC color gamut, 400 nits brightness, 1200:1 contrast ratio, 20:9 aspect ratio, and a dewdrop notch.

The device is powered by a UNISOC T610 SoC coupled with up to 6GB LPDDR4x RAM and 64GB eMMC 5.1 storage. It features a 13MP (wide) + 2MP (depth) dual rear camera setup and a 5MP front-facing camera.

On the connectivity front, the phone supports dual-SIM, 4G, dual-band WiFi, Bluetooth 5.0, and GNSS (GPS, Beidou, Glonass, Galileo). Like any other budget smartphone, the handset has a MicroSD card slot and a 3.5mm headphone jack. Interestingly, it sports a USB Type-C port and essential sensors (ambient light sensor, accelerometer, proximity sensor, fingerprint sensor).

It runs Android 11 and is backed by a 5,000mAh battery with support for 10W charging. Last but not least, the phone measures 164.31 x 75.68 x 8.63mm in dimensions, weighs 190g, and comes in three colors (Black, Blue, Green).

Micromax IN 2B Price and Availability

The Micromax IN 2B will retail for the following price tags in India.

• 4GB + 64GB – ₹7,999 ($108)
• 6GB + 64GB – ₹8,999 ($121)

The device will be sold via Flipkart and Micromax’s official website, however, the company is yet to reveal the sale date.

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Micromax has just officially launched its latest IN 2b smartphone in India. Alongside the handset, the company even released two new audio products in the region, namely the Air Funk 1 and Air Funk 1 Pro.

With the launch of its latest wireless earphones, the company has also officially entered the earbuds market in India, which is seeing a boom as of right now. The Indian smartphone maker is likely seeking to have a foothold in this segment through its newly launched Air Funk true wireless earbuds series. Talking about the Pro variant first, it features ambient noise cancellation and a Qualcomm chipset under the hood.

The Air Funk 1 Pro will be the high end model with the Qualcomm QCC 3040 chipset with CVC 8.0 (Clear Voice Capture) for noise and echo cancellation. This will enable it to offer up to 25dB cancellation (ENC) for ambient noise. The ENC will also be enabled for calls. It also supports Bluetooth 5.2 along with 13mm dynamic drivers, and four microphones. The company promises up to 32 hours of total battery life, including the charging case. It sports a USB Type C charging port, with an in ear design and a stem.

Other notable features include IP44 water and dust resistance, touch and music controls. Arriving at the base variant, the Air Funk 1 also features an in ear design but without a stem. It supports Bluetooth 5.0 with 9mm dynamic drivers and 3D stereo sound. For battery, the hearables can last for up to 20 hours in total when including the charging case. Similar to the Pro variant, it also supports USB C, IP44, and touch controls. Both earbuds are set to go on sale on Flipkart starting from August 18 and their prices are:

• Air Funk 1 Pro – 2,499 INR (roughly 34 US Dollars) – Available in blue, white, black, red, and yellow.
• Air Funk 1 – 1,299 INR (roughly17 US Dollars) – Available in blue, yellow, purple, and red.

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Micromax will be announcing the Micromax In 2b smartphone on July 30 in India. It will be the fourth In-series phone from the brand after the Micromax In Note 1, In 1b, and In 1. Ahead of the launch, the company has released a teaser video to reveal its design and color variants.

As can be seen in the teaser video, the upcoming In 2b will be available in three colors such as black, green, and blue. The rear shell of the device has a rectangle-shaped camera module that houses two cameras and an LED flash. A fingerprint scanner and a speaker grille are also available on the backside of the device. Its right edge has volume buttons and a power key.

The landing page of the Micromax In 2b is now available on Micromax India’s website. The listing reveals that it will be sporting a teardrop notch display. The page states that the device is powered by a gaming-focused chipset that includes a G52 GPU. It further states that the device is backed by a 5,000mAh battery that offers 160 hours of music playback, 50 hours of talk time, 20 hours of web browsing, and 15 hours of video streaming on a single charge.

The Geekbench listing of the device that was spotted last week revealed that it is powered by the Unisoc T610 chip. It features a 1.8GHz octa-core processor that tags along with ARM Mali-G52 graphics. This smartphone will be replacing the last year’s In 1b phone that was powered by the Helio G35 chip. The Geekbench listing had further revealed it has 4 GB of RAM and Android 11 OS.

A recent leak revealed that the Micromax In 2b will be equipped with a 6.5-inch HD+ LCD screen, an 8-megapixel front camera, and a 13-megapixel + 2-megapixel dual camera system. The device will offer users 64 GB of built-in storage, a microSD card slot, and 10W charging support.

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Earlier this year, Micromax launched its new IN series of smartphones, debuting the IN 1 smartphone in March. Now, the company is gearing up to launch its successor in the Indian market and has already scheduled an event for the same on 30th July.

Now, just days ahead of the launch event from India’s homegrown firm, a smartphone with codename E7446 has surfaced on benchmarking platform Geekbench, which is believed to be the upcoming Micromax IN 2 or IN Note 2.

As per the Geekbench listing, the smartphone is powered by MediaTek Helio G95 chipset clocked at 2GHz and packs 4GB of RAM. We expect the device to have a couple of more memory variants when it gets launched.

It also reveals that the device will be running the Android 11 operating system out-of-the-box, likely with the brand’s own custom user interface on top. The listing shows a single-core score of 500 and a multi-core score of 1,546 on Geekbench.

A recent leak revealed that the Micromax IN 2 will come powered by Unisoc T610 SoC, so the phone which appeared on Geekbench could be the IN Note 2. To know for sure, we will have to wait for the official launch event in a couple of days.

If the leaks are to be believed, then the upcoming IN 2 smartphone from Micromax will feature a 6.5-inch HD+ LCD display and a waterdrop notch and have a dual-camera setup on the back consisting of a 13-megapixel primary sensor and a 2-megapixel secondary lens. On the front, it will feature an 8-megapixel snapper for taking selfies.

The device is said to be powered by a 5,000mAh battery with 10W charging support. The Micromax IN 1B was introduced with a starting price of ₹6,999 (~$94) and we expect its successor to launch in the Indian market with similar pricing.

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India’s homegrown smartphone brand Micromax has already confirmed that the company will be launching a new device on 30th July, dubbed Micromax IN 2B. As the name indicates, the phone will be a successor to the IN 1B launched last year.

The leak, coming through a tipster (via PriceBaba), revealed that the device will feature a 6.5-inch HD+ LCD display and a waterdrop notch for housing the front-facing camera. Underneath, the phone will be powered by a Unisoc T610 chipset.

The phone is said to have a similar design to its predecessor. The usage of Unisoc T610 SoC isn’t a significant increase in specifications when compared to the MediaTek Helio G35 SoC in Micromax IN 1B. The device is further expected to come in a single variant — 4GB RAM and 64GB internal storage.

As for the camera department, there will be a 13-megapixel primary camera sensor, coupled with a 2-megapixel secondary sensor. On the front side, the device will feature an 8-megapixel snapper for taking selfies.

Details about the phone’s software isn’t known yet but we expect the phone to be running the Android 11 operating system out-of-the-box. It will be powered by a 5,000mAh battery with support for 10W charging.

The Micromax IN 1B was introduced with a starting price of ₹6,999 (~$94) and we expect its successor to launch in the Indian market with similar pricing. To know for sure, we will have to wait for the official launch event, which is scheduled for 30th July.

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Micromax has confirmed that it will be announcing a new smartphone at 12 PM (local time) on July 30 in India. The company is yet to share any information about its next handset. The recent tweets by Micromax carry the #AbIndiaChaleNonStop hashtag, which indicates that its next smartphone will come equipped with a big battery.

Micromax re-entered the Indian smartphone market in November 2020 by announcing new IN series smartphones such as In Note 1 and In 1b. Earlier this year, the company unveiled the In 1 phone, which was slotted between the Note 1 and 1b.

A recent report by The Mobile Indian claimed that the company will be unleashing the Micromax In 2B by the end of this month. The moniker of the device suggests that it could be arriving as the successor to last year’s IN 1b. The report also claims that the rumored In 2C will not be announced this month. Probably, it will be debuting in August.

It’s time to be quick and ready for any challenge, time to let your hard work deliver victory. The power you need is coming soon. #AbIndiaChaleNonStop pic.twitter.com/XcR1AQCSKi

— IN by Micromax (@Micromax__India) July 20, 2021

The Micromax In 2b and In 2c were spotted at the Geekbench benchmarking site last month. Surprisingly, both models were found to be equipped with Unisoc T610 chip, 4 GB of RAM, and Android 11 OS. It remains to be seen what differing specs and features will be available on the In 2b and In 2c smartphones.

The In 1B was introduced with a starting price of Rs 6,999 (~$94). Probably, the In 2b may arrive with similar pricing. Since the company has already released the first teasers of its upcoming smartphone, it is expected to reveal more information on it daily before the launch event.

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In line with the rollout plans of Micromax to unveil several products in the remaining part of the year, the company may be releasing two models soon. The Micromax ln 2b and Micromax ln 2c have just been listed on Geekbench 5, with some of the features of both devices revealed via the listing.

The two upcoming Micromax models will be powered by the same Unisoc T610 chipset with 4GB of RAM available. Both devices will run on the Android 11 operating system from the box.

The Geekbench single and multiple core test results for the models reveal an impressive performance in comparison with some leading models in the segment. The Micromax ln 2b and ln 2c scored 350 and 248, respectively for the single-core test. The corresponding scores for the multi-core test for both devices were 1204 and 1233, respectively. The Geekbench results indicated that both devices performed below Xiaomi’s Redmi 9 Prime and Samsung Galaxy A32 in both single-core and multi-core tests. However, both the Micromax ln 2b and ln 2c outperformed the Realme C15 on both fronts.

The two possibly upcoming Micromax smartphones could be released soon, although it is known that both models lack 5G support, as the Unisoc chipset only has a 4G modem. The rollout schedule of Micromax could indicate that the company is staging a comeback in the smartphone segment. Some of its earlier models released this year are the Micromax ln 1, ln 1b, and the ln Note 1. The ln 2 series could thus be debuted by the ln 2b and ln 2c anytime soon.

Much information relating to the impending launch will become available moving forward. This would include an official announcement of the launch of the devices and possible pricing information. We also await more specific information regarding the features of the two models.

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After a sabbatical of few years, Micromax returned to the Indian smartphone market last year in November with two handsets such as Micromax IN 1b and Micromax IN Note 1. In March, it unveiled the Micromax IN 1 handset. The Indian brand is aiming to rival popular Chinese smartphone companies in the country by launching aggressively priced phones. A fresh Geekbench listing (via) suggests that the next Micromax phone could be called Micromax IN 2C.

The Geekbench listing of the Micromax IN 2C shows that is powered by the Unisoc T610 chipset that clocks at 1.82GHz. The SoC is coupled with 4 GB of RAM and the device runs on Android 11 OS.

In the single-core and multi-core tests of Geekbench, the IN 2C scored 347 and 1,127 points, respectively. The IN 1 and 1B phones are powered by the Helio G35 chip, whereas the IN Note 1 features the Helio G85 chip. It is likely that the IN 2C could be positioned lower than the IN 1B, which is currently selling for Rs 8,999.

The Micromax IN 2C could be India’s first phone to feature the Unisoc T610 phone. The Honor Play 20 is the only other T610 powered phone from a mainstream brand. The Play 20 was announced in April in China.

The Geekbench appearance suggests that the company could be internally testing the performance of the IN 2C before its official announcement. Hopefully, newer reports will spill more information about the IN 2C phone in the coming weeks.

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Next week is an important one for Windows users as Microsoft has a major Windows-related announcement. Realme will also be bringing its Narzo 30 phones to India, while Xiaomi has a new smartwatch scheduled to launch. Here are the key announcements for the fourth week of June.

Mi 11 Lite 4G and Mi Watch Revolve Active – June 22

Xiaomi has a launch event scheduled for June 22 in India. The tech giant plans to launch its upper mid-range phone, the Mi 11 Lite as well as a new smartwatch, the Mi Watch Revolve Active.

Realme Narzo 30 – June 24

Months after launching the Narzo 30A and the Narzo 30 Pro 5G, realme is ready to bring the Narzo 30 to India. The manufacturer has already confirmed that the phone will be available in 4G and 5G versions. Realme will also announce a 32-inch smart TV alongside the new phones.

Windows 11 – June 24

Microsoft will announce a new version of Windows on June 24. We already know it will be called Windows 11, thanks to a leaked version that is already available on the web.

Vivo V21e 5G – June 24

Vivo also has a launch scheduled for June 24 in India. The manufacturer plans to announce the Vivo V21e 5G, a mid-range 5G phone on that day. Vivo already sells a 4G version of the device powered by the Snapdragon 720G processor for a little over $400, so expect this to cost a bit more.

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A new patent from Microsoft has revealed a new Surface device that will feature four under display camera sensors, with the company’s logo being displayed when these cameras are not in use thanks to their alignment.

According to a LetsGoDigital report, the American tech giant had opened a vacancy for a ‘Principal Android Camera System Architect / Engineer for Surface Development’ back in October 2021. This is indicative of the company’s aim of improving the camera capabilities of its devices. In the same month, the brand had also filed a patent with the World Intellectual Property Office (WIPO) regarding this ‘Logo Camera’ design for a Surface device. The four cameras in question will be positioned similar to the logo design with each camera having its own color filter.

These four sensors will be placed under the display of the device and are intended for “mobile computing device, such as a Microsoft Surface device.” Furthermore, the cameras can display a color icon when the sensor is not in use to display the company’s logo on the front. So, the device will display the logo by default and switch to the camera when the shutter is activated. This quad camera module is set up in a 2 x 2 array and will enable Microsoft to make the product slimmer since multiple sensors would be comprised of thinner modules.

The camera will be capable of offering high resolution shots and high pixel density by optimizing each sensor for one particular color. In other words, one sensor will be solely for Blue, while another will be used for Green, Red, and Yellow. Unfortunately, the patent doesn’t reveal what kind of device the logo camera will be housed in, but the Surface lineup includes laptops, 2 in 1 PCs, and even Android tablets. For those interested, LetsGoDigital’s in house designed Giuseppe Spinelli has even offered a number of product renders that feature this unique camera system.

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Micromax launched the IN Note 1 budget smartphone in India in November. It was announced alongside the IN 1B, an entry-level smartphone. Six months after its debut, the company has now hiked its price in the country.

The Micromax IN Note 1 is one of the first devices in the firm’s new IN series of handsets. All three phones in this lineup offer a better price to performance ratio. In other words, they compete with smartphones from Xiaomi and realme.

That said, the IN Note 1 comes in two storage configurations – 4GB + 64GB and 4GB + 128GB. They launched at ₹10,999 and ₹12,499 respectively.

But now, the company has increased the price of the base variant by ₹500. Hence, the cheaper version of the handset now costs ₹11,499. On the other hand, the higher model is still being sold for the same price.

Micromax IN Note 1 New Price in India

• 4GB + 64GB – ₹11,499
• 4GB + 128GB – ₹12,499

Recently, Xiaomi also hiked the price of the Redmi Note 10 in India. More phones are expected to get a price increase in the coming days. This is mostly due to the worldwide chip shortage.

Anyway, if you happen to own the Micromax IN Note 1 or will be buying it in near future, then do note that the firm has started testing Android 11 for this device. But it is not known when it will be receiving the stable update.

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Micromax launched the IN Note 1 in November as one of the first two phones under its new IN series. Despite releasing in late 2020, the handset debuted with Android 10 out of the box. A few months later, the company revealed that it will be delivering the Android 11 update in April. As promised, the firm has now announced the Android 11 Early Access program for Micromax IN Note 1.

Whenever an OEM opens registrations for beta programs, they ask users to register via forms. However, Micromax is not following the industry standard.

In an official announcement post on Micromax forums, the company vaguely requests interested users to share their unit’s IMEI numbers (both SIM 1 and SIM 2) and software version via private message.

We are not sure where Micromax is asking to share the sensitive data. Maybe this information needs to be shared via the company’s official social handles.

Anyway, if you are a Micromax IN Note 1 user and want to try Android 11 before most users, then send the requested details to the company by April 18.

That said, we expect the Android 11 stable update to arrive at least a month after the release of the Early Access build.

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In November 2020, Micromax returned to Indian smartphone market by announcing the Micromax IN 1b and IN Note 1 smartphones. Today, the Micromax IN 1 as its third In-series handset. The aggressively priced handset offers users with key specs such as a large-sized display, a gaming-focused processor, a 48-megapixel triple camera unit, and a big battery.

Micromax IN 1 specifications and features

The Micromax IN 1 has a 6.67-inch IPS LCD panel with a punch-hole design. It offers a Full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels, a 20:9 aspect ratio, 440nits brightness, and a 395ppi pixel density. It features a front-facing camera of 8-megapixel, which carries support for features like screen flash, face beauty, HDR, night mode, and portrait mode.

The rear camera module features a 48-megapixel primary camera, a 2-megapixel depth sensor, and a 2-megapixel macro lens. It offers photography features such as an LED flash, autofocus, portrait mode, night mode, HDR, AI, panorama, GIF, slow-motion video shooting, and 1080p video recording. Like the other IN-series phones, the IN 1 features an X-patterned rear shell. A fingerprint scanner is also available on the backside of the device.

The Micromax IN 1 draws power from the Helio G80 chipset and it comes with up to 6 GB of LPDDR4x RAM. For storage, it offers up to 128 GB of eMMC 5.1 storage and a microSD card slot. The 5,000mAh battery of the IN 1 supports 18W charging through USB-C. It offers other features like dual 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS, and a 3.5mm audio jack. Lastly, it comes preinstalled with the stock version of Android 10 OS and offers Widevine L1 certification for watching streaming HD content through OTT apps. The handset will be treated with Android 11 OS in May.

Micromax IN 1 price in India

The Micromax IN 1is slotted between the IN 1b and IN Note 1 handsets. The 4 GB RAM + 64 GB storage and 6 GB RAM + 128 GB storage editions of the IN 1 are priced at Rs 10,499 (~$148) and Rs 11.999 (~$165), respectively. However, the handset will be available with respective introductory prices of Rs 9,999 (~$138) and Rs 10,499 (~$148) for a limited time.  It comes in colors like Purple and Blue. Micromaxinfo.com and Flipkart will carry out the first sales of the IN 1 from March 26 in India.

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