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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Back in November 2020, Indian smartphone maker Micromax made a comeback with the launch of two new models called IN Note 1 and IN 1b. So far, these handsets have been only made available via the company’s website and its official online partner Flipkart. But recently, the firm has started selling them offline in select states in the country.

Although Indian smartphone customers preferred online channels in the last quarter, offline has always been larger than the former. Hence, all the online-only brands always turn towards offline channels a few quarters from their entry into the market.

Therefore, it is essential for Micromax to bring its IN Note 1 and IN 1b to offline retailers so that more customers can experience these handsets. Fortunately, the company has already started working on this matter.

It began selling its new smartphones offline in six states, namely Maharashtra, Gujarat, Goa, Assam, Nagaland, and Tripura a few weeks back. Earlier today, the company revealed that its latest offerings are now available in Karnataka as well. The firm has partnered with Simtel mobile planet, Roshini mobiles, and Vinod Enterprises for this cause.

That means if you live in any of these seven states in India, you can grab the new Micromax phones from any local retailer if they have them in stock.

For those unware, the Micromax IN Note 1 is priced at ₹10,999 for the 4GB + 64GB variant and ₹12,499 for the 4GB + 128GB version. On the other hand, the Micromax IN 1b costs ₹6,999 and ₹7,999 for 2GB + 32GB and 4GB + 64GB respectively. 

However, it is worth noting that the offline price could be slightly higher than online though the firm has not mentioned it.

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Micromax has finally announced the release date of the IN 1b smartphone in India. The device, whose first sale was postponed a week ago, will be available for purchase starting at ₹6,999($94.79) in the country.

Micromax IN 1b Price, Availability

Micromax, in a tweet, has confirmed that the Micromax IN 1b will be available for sale on December 10. Accordingly, users can purchase the device on Flipkart, and Micromax‘s website. The device has two versions – 2GB RAM, 32GB storage, and 4GB RAM, 64GB storage. You can take a look at the price below:

• 2GB+32GB- ₹6,999($94.79)
• 4GB+64GB- ₹7,999($108.33)

That said, Flipkart’s product page shows offers like a 5% Unlimited Cashback on ‘Flipkart Axis Bank Credit Card’, No Cost EMI, and more. Micromax unveiled the IN Note 1 and IN 1b smartphones back on November 3. After a warm reception to the pre-orders, users are still waiting to buy the IN 1b whereas the IN Note 1 has already been on sale a couple of times.

Ho jao ready to go #INForIndia! IN 1b is coming to you on 10th Dec on https://t.co/I1pS4u1xaV & https://t.co/udXRDYsYnL. Get the IN 1b 2GB + 32GB for just INR6999, and 4GB + 64GB for just INR7999. Know more about the phone here: https://t.co/KpJ3lTg23A#INMobiles #MicromaxIsBack pic.twitter.com/LFHlZYgG2r

— IN by Micromax #INNote1 (@Micromax__India) December 3, 2020

Micromax IN 1b Specifications

Micromax IN 1b features a 6.52-inch IPS LCD HD+ display. The display has a resolution of 1600×720 pixels and an aspect ratio of 20:9. Despite sharing a similar rear camera layout and fingerprint sensor as the IN Note 1, it’s display has a mini-drop notch instead of a punch-hole.

Under the hood, the IN 1b is powered by MediaTek Helio G35 SoC. This is paired with either 2/4GB RAM and 32/64GB storage. For cameras, you get a 13MP main lens and a 2MP sensor on the rear. Upfront, there is an 8MP selfie shooter tucked under the notch.

Other features include a microSD slot, 4G, Bluetooth 5.0, Wi-Fi, 3.5mm audio jack, GPS, Google Assistant button, Face Unlock, 5,000mAh battery with 10W charging. The device’s 2GB version runs Android 10 Go Edition but 4GB runs Android 10 OS without any bloatware. Micromax has also guaranteed upgrades for 2 years.

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Earlier this month, Micromax unveiled its first competitive smartphones in a long time in the form of IN 1b and IN Note 1. Both were made available for pre-order a few days ater the launch and the company even started shipping the former device to the customers shortly. However, the first sale for the former phone has been postponed. The firm is yet to announce the new sale date but ahead of it, new information about his handset’s software has emerged.

The Micromax IN 1b is a budget smartphone powered by MediaTek helio G35 chipset paired with LPDDR4X RAM and eMMC 5.1 storage. This device comes in two storage configurations – 2GB + 32GB and 4GB + 64GB priced at ₹6,999 ($95) and ₹7,999 ($108) respectively. These are known facts but what was unknown is its software.

According to Gadgets360, the base 2GB + 32GB variant of the phone runs Android 10 Go Edition. On the other hand, the higher 4GB + 64GB model runs the regular Android 10 operating system.

The publication found this difference in the official Flipkart listings of this phone dnd even Micromax has confirmed the same. For some reason, the company did not reveal this dissimilarity between the two memory variants at the virtual launch event.

Anyway, we should have seen this coming. Because a report from July revealed that phones launching with 2GB RAM or less must run Android Go Edition from Q4. That said, Android 10 Go Edition is not bad software per se since it is well-optimized for lower RAM devices.

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Micromax made a great comeback with the launch of IN Note 1 and IN 1b smartphones in India. In fact, the company received a great response in the first pre-orders that went live on November 10. However, the first sale of IN 1b didn’t go as planned today.

The company’s Co-Founder, Rahul Sharma, took to Twitter to announce the delay. According to the company, due to unforeseen circumstances, the Micromax IN 1b won’t be available for purchase right away. In fact, reports say that the delay is due to logistic issues. Now, this is very disappointing considering all the units were booked in the first pre-orders according to an earlier report.

If we recall, the Micromax IN 1b device was supposed to go on sale today(November 26) at 12:00 PM IST on both Flipkart and Micromax website. The device is priced at ₹6,999 and ₹7,999 for 2/32GB and 4/64GB variants respectively. Anyway, the company hasn’t shared an official update regarding the new sale date yet. But we really hope that Micromax sorts out the issues soon to clear the sales for the IN 1b in the coming days.

Mujhe abhi khabar mili hai ki due to unforeseen circumstances hum aaj sale par nahin ja payenge! We regret the delay. Hum jaldi hi IN 1b aapke paas layenge. Apna pyaar banaye rakheyga. https://t.co/9tYJs77IER

— Rahul Sharma (@rahulsharma) November 26, 2020

Micromax IN 1b Specifications

Micromax IN 1b is a budget offering from the company.  It features a 6.52-inch IPS LCD HD+ display. The display has a resolution of 1600×720 pixels and an aspect ratio of 20:9. Although it shares a similar rear camera layout and fingerprint sensor to the IN Note 1, it’s display has a notch instead of a punch-hole.

Under the hood, the IN 1b is powered by MediaTek Helio G35 SoC. This is paired with either 2/4GB RAM and 32/64GB storage. For cameras, you get a 13MP main lens and a 2MP sensor on the rear. Upfront, there is an 8MP selfie shooter tucked under the mini-drop notch.

All this is backed up by a 5,000mAh battery with support for 10W charging. Other features include a microSD slot, 4G, Bluetooth 5.0, Wi-Fi, 3.5mm audio jack, GPS, Google Assistant button, Face Unlock for connectivity. The device runs pure Android 10 OS without any bloatware. Micromax has also guaranteed upgrades for 2 years.

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Yesterday, Micromax carried out the first pre-orders of the Micromax IN Note 1 and IN 1b phones in India through Flipkart. The new IN Mobiles have arrived with impressive specs and pricing to rival with mid-range phones from China in the country. The company took to its Twitter account yesterday evening to reveal that all the IN Note 1 and IN 1b units received an overwhelming response.

The tweet states that all units of the Micromax In Note 1 and IN 1b were booked. Hence, the company thanked the people of the country for the love and support for the new IN branded phones. The IN Note 1 is slated to go on sale on Nov. 24, whereas the IN 1b will be available for purchase from Nov. 26.

Apart from Flipkart, both phones will be also available for buying through Micromax’s official website. The company did not reveal whether it will conduct a second of pre-orders before the market release.

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Micromax IN 1b price in India

The Micromax IN 1b costs Rs 6,999 (~$94) for the 2 GB RAM + 32 GB storage variant and Rs 7,999 (~$108) for the 4 GB RAM + 64 GB storage edition. It comes in three colors such as Green, Purple, and Blue. The key features of the IN 1b include a 6.52-inch HD+ punch-hole screen, Helio G35 chipset, a 5,000mAh battery, and a 13-megapixel dual-camera system.

Micromax IN Note 1 price in India

The Micromax IN Note 1 costs Rs 10,999 (~$148)  for the 4 GB RAM + 64 Gb storage model and Rs 12,499 (~$168) for the 4 GB RAM + 128 GB storage variant.  It comes in Green and White color options. The phone offers key features like a 6.67-inch FHD+ punch-hole screen, Helio G85 chipset, a 5,000mAh battery with fast charging support, and a 48-megapixel quad-camera system.

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At the beginning of this month, Micromax announced its comeback to the Indian smartphone market by announcing the Micromax IN Note 1 and IN 1b phones. Both phones arrived with aggressively price tags and impressive specs. The IN Note 1 and IN 1b smartphones will be available for purchase later this month. Starting from tomorrow, Flipkart will be carrying out the pre-orders of both smartphones.

Flipkart will begin with the pre-orders of the Micromax IN Note 1 and IN 1B at 12 PM on Nov. 10. The IN Note 1 comes in two models such as 4GB RAM + 64GB storage and 4GB RAM + 128GB storage. They are priced at Rs 10,999 (~$148) and Rs 12,499 (~$169), respectively. On the other side, the IN 1b variants like 2 GB RAM + 32 GB storage and 4 GB RAM + 64 GB storage. They are priced at Rs 6,999 (~$94) and Rs 7,999 (~$108), respectively.

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Micromax IN Note 1 and IN 1b specifications and features

The Micromax IN Note 1 has specs like a 6.67-inch IPS LCD FHD+ punch-hole display that offers a 21:9 aspect ratio. It has a 16-megapixel front camera and a 48-megapixel + 5-megapixel + 2-megapixel + 2-megapixel quad camera system. The Helio G85 chipset and a 5,000mAh battery powers the IN Note 1. It comes with support for 18W fast charging through USB-C.

The Micromax IN 1b is packed with specs such as a 6.52-inch IPS LCD HD+ display and a 20:9 aspect ratio. It has a front camera of 8-megapixel and a 12-megapixel + 2-megapixel dual-camera system. The Helio G35 SoC drives the device with a 5,000mAh battery.

The Micromax IN Note 1 and IN 1b comes loaded with a stock version of Android 10 OS. They are also equipped with a dedicated button for accessing Google Assistant. They also feature a rear-facing fingerprint scanner.

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After a busy Techtober, you might have thought it’s the end of new launches in 2020. But you are in for a bunch of new phones this month. Here we are with another edition of upcoming Smartphones for the month of November 2020. The list includes Huawei, Redmi, Vivo, Realme, Moto, and more. We are just 5 days into the month, and a bunch of devices have already been announced. So, stick around till the end to find out what phones are launching in the next few weeks.

Huawei Nova 8 SE

Huawei will launch the Nova 8 SE in China on November 5. As reported earlier, the device is likely to come in two variants. A recently leaked spec-sheet shows that the device will have two editions- One with Dimensity 720 SoC, and Dimensity 800U SoC. The former has 5G+4G SIM, while the latter has dual-5G support. Other expected features include a 6.5-inch OLED display, quad-camera with 64MP main lens, 16MP selfie shooter, 8GB RAM, 128GB storage,  3,800mAh battery with 66W fast charging. It will likely run EMUI 10.1 based on Android 10.

Redmi Note 9 series

Previously rumored to be the Redmi Note 10 series, three new Smartphones(M2007J17C, M2007J22C, M2007J19C) are expected to be added to the Redmi Note 9 lineup in China. Before you get confused, as of now, the new devices are likely headed to China. And doesn’t seem to resemble the already available ones. One of them likely has an LCD panel while the other has a high-refresh-rate screen. And likely have brightness up to 450 nits, NTSC 84%, 1500:1 contrast ratio. As of now, we don’t have an exact date but they are expected to go official later this month.

Honor V40 Series

Although rumors point to a December launch, Honor might jump the gun and bring it a month earlier as nothing is official yet. That said, the series will likely have two devices- V40 Pro, V40 Pro+. Expected features include a 6.72-inch FHD+ dual punch-hole curved display, 120Hz refresh rate, Dimensity 1000+SoC(V40 Pro), Kirin 9000 SoC(V40 Pro+), 50MP Sony IMX700 RYYB camera, 66W Wired SuperCharge, and 40W Wireless Charging.

Realme C17, X7 Pro

Realme has been mum for a while in India which is very unlike the company. However, it is likely coming back with new devices- Realme C17 for India, and Realme X7 Pro for India, and the Global market. The devices will likely launch this month(at least the C17). Realme C17 from Bangladesh features a 6.5-inch HD+ display, Snapdragon 460 SoC, quad-cameras, 6GB/128GB storage, and more. Realme X7 Pro is likely heading for a wider Global launch from China. It features a 6.55-inch AMOLED FHD+ 120Hz display, Dimensity 1000+ SoC, 64MP rear and 32MP front cameras, 5G, 65W SuperDart charging, and more.

Vivo X60 Series, V20 Pro

Vivo recently announced a transition to Origin OS for its smartphones. This new UI is expected to debut with the Vivo X60 series in November/December. Apart from a leaked naming(X60) on the advertisement hoarding from an Official Store, we don’t have any other info just yet. Vivo V20 Pro, which launched in China back in September, will debut by November End as revealed by its CEO in India. The device features a 6.44-inch AMOLED display, Snapdragon 765G, 64MP camera, 33W fast charging, and more.

Moto E7, G10 Play

Motorola is expected to break covers of the budget E7, and G10 Play very soon. The entry-level Moto E7 has bagged several certifications(FCC, NBTC, TUV) with model number X2095-3. It is likely to feature a 6.2-inch LCD HD+ display, Snapdragon 632 SoC, 2GB RAM/32GB storage, 13MP rear and 5MP front cameras, 4G, 3,550mAh battery, and more. The G10 Play is supposed to come out in a few weeks. Boasting a model number of XT-2117, it likely has a 6.5-inch screen with a single punch-hole at top left, side-fingerprint, USB-C, 3.5mm jack, 4,850mAh battery, and more.

Other Expected Launches – LAVA BE U

LAVA, an Indian Smartphone brand is likely to launch a women-centric BE U Smartphone around the Diwali period in India. Expected to debut around ₹10,000($135), the device might have a glossy finish with Pink Accents at the back. Although the specifications are not known yet, we can expect it to be designed completely in India considering it is an Indian company.

Samsung Galaxy M02

Samsung is expected to launch another entry-level smartphone, the Galaxy M02. This will likely succeed in the Galaxy M01 from July. Recently, it has passed both India’s BIS, and Bluetooth SIG certifications reveal it will likely have a Snapdragon 450 SoC, 2GB RAM, Bluetooth 4.2, and run on Android 10 OS. That said, there isn’t a specific launch date but considering the recent certification, it might go live anytime soon.

Devices Already launched so far (as of November 5)

Few companies squeezed the trigger before we could get our story out. Hence, here is the list of devices that launched very recently(a few days back).

1. Samsung W21 5G
2. Vivo V20 SE
3. Micromax In Series
4. Oppo K7x
5. OnePlus 8T Cyberpunk 2077 Limited Edition
6. ZTE Blade 20 5G.
7. iPhone 12 Mini (Sales begin November 6)

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Micromax is back at launching new phones in India. A few years ago, the brand was immensely famous in India, but its popularity declined when the Chinese phone brands started dominating the market. With tensions brewing up between India and China at the borders, many people in India have been waiting for Indian phone brands to launch to new smartphones. Today, Micromax announced its comeback by introducing the new In-branded smartphones named the Micromax IN Note 1 and IN 1B.

The Micromax IN Note 1 and IN 1B smartphones have landed in the country with contemporary design and stellar specs. Here is all the information on the specifications, features, and pricing of the new Micromax phones.

Micromax IN Note 1 specifications and features

The Micromax IN Note 1 has a 6.67-inch IPS LCD display with a punch-hole design that produces a Full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2460 pixels, a 21:9 aspect ratio, and up to 450nits brightness. It has a front-facing camera of 16-megapixel and its rear side features a quad-camera module. The latter houses a 48-megapixel main camera with f/1.79 aperture, a 5-megapixel wide-angle lens with f/2.2 aperture, a 2-megapixel macro lens with f/2.4 aperture, and a 2-megapixel depth assist lens with f/2.4 aperture.

The IN Note 1 is driven by the Helio G85 chipset and 4 GB of RAM. It comes with 64 GB / 128 GB of internal storage. It has a 5,000mAh battery that supports reverse charging and 18W rapid charging.

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Micromax IN 1B specifications and features

The Micromax IN 1B has a 6.52-inch IPS LCD display with a mini-drop notch. It produces an HD+ resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels and a 20:9 aspect ratio. For selfies, it has an 8-megapixel front camera. The backside of the phone has a dual-camera setup that comprises of a 13-megapixel main shooter and a 2-megapixel lens for adding depth effects.

The Helio G35 and 4 GB of RAM powers the Micromax IN 1B. It offers an internal storage of 64 GB. There is a 5,000mAh battery onboard that is coupled with 10W charging. It also supports reverse charging.

Micromax’s new phones come with a stock edition of Android 10 OS. The company has also guaranteed upgrades for 2 years. There is a dedicated button on both phones for summoning Google Assistant. These phones have other features such as a microSD card slot, face unlock, rear-facing fingerprint reader, dual 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11ac (b/g/n on 1B), Bluetooth 5.0, GPS, USB-C, and a 3.5mm audio jack.

Micromax IN Note 1 and 1B pricing in India and release date

Here is the pricing and availability of the new In-series phones by Micromax:

Micromax IN Note 1 price in India

• 4GB RAM + 64GB storage – Rs 10,999 (~$148)
• 4GB RAM + 128GB storage – Rs 12,499 (~$168)
• Color variants: Green and White

Micromax IN 1B price in India

• 2GB RAM + 32GB storage – Rs 6,999 (~$94)
• 4GB RAM + 64GB storage – Rs 7,999 (~$107)
• Color variants: Purple, Blue, and Green

The Micromax IN Note 1 and IN 1B are available for registrations through Flipkart and Micomaxinfo.com. Both platforms will carry out the sales of the IN Note 1 and IN 1B from Nov. 24, and Nov. 26, respectively.

What is your opinion on the specifications and pricing of the Micromax IN Note 1 and IN 1B? Will the new phones help the brand in disrupting the Indian phone market? Share your views by posting your comments below.

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Micromax is all set to unleash its all-new IN-series of smartphones in the Indian market today at 12 PM. A massive leak by Inbymicromax website has revealed that the Indian smartphone brand will be announcing two phones named Micromax IN Note 1 and the Micromax IN 1B. The leak also carries the leaked press renders and specifications of both smartphones.

Micromax IN Note 1 Key Specifications (Leak)

Micromax IN Note 1 is more powerful than the IN 1B since it is driven by the MediaTek Helio G85 chipset that works at 2.0GHz. The rear side of the phone has a quad-camera system that comprises of a 48-megapixel main camera, a 5-megapixel ultrawide lens, a 2-megapixel macro shooter, and a 2-megapixel depth sensor. It is equipped with a 5,000mAh battery, which carries support for reverse charging and 18W fast charging.

The smartphone is preinstalled with a stock version of the Android 10 OS. The handset will be receiving two OS upgrades. Hence, it is likely to be treated with Android 11 and Android 12 OS upgrades.

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Shown above are the leaked press renders of the Micromax IN Note 1. As can be seen, the handset has a trendy punch-hole display, and it will be available in white and green colors. The latter sports a green-colored X-shaped pattern on its rear.

Micromax IN 1B Key Specifications (Leak)

The Micromax IN 1B is fueled by the Helio G35 chipset and it also houses a 5,000mAh battery with 10W charging support. The huge battery supports reverse charging. This phone is also expected to come with stock Android 10 OS and a promise of OS upgrades for 2 years. The leak reveals it has a 13-megpaixel main camera on the back, but it does not mention anything about the other cameras.

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The leak has no information on the other specs of the Micromax IN 1B. The leaked renders show a waterdrop notch screen, a rear-facing fingerprint scanner, and a rectangle-shaped camera module on the rear. It will come in three colors like purple, blue, and green.

Will these phones let Micromax rival well with the Chinese smartphones that are ruling the Indian market? Share your thoughts by posting your comments.

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