Lately, the Indian smartphone company Micromax has gone silent after their last release of the budget-oriented In 2b device back in July. But the company may soon break its silence.

According to tipster Hridesh Mishra (@HkMicromax), Micromax could launch a new smartphone in India around December 15. It is currently unknown what device the company will launch at the end of the year as the leaker didn’t provide any finer details.

Previous leaks have suggested that Micromax has been working on a model number E7748_64, which is believed to be the Pro variant of their In Note 1 smartphone, launched back in November 2020.

The supposed Micromax In Note 1 Pro is expected to be powered by the MediaTek Helio G90 chipset, which is an upgrade from the In note 1, which sports a MediaTek Helio G85 chipset. The Helio G90 is also paired with the more powerful Mali-G76 MC4 GPU. The phone is expected to improve its RAM and storage capacity compared to the IN note 1, which features a 4GB+64GB setup.

The upcoming phone could even be an entirely different device as no further reports have surfaced regarding the Micromax In Note 1 Pro in months. With November almost coming to an end, we expect to hear more about the supposed launch. Until then, we advise you to take this news with a pinch of salt.

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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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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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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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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 made a grand re-entry into the Indian market with the IN series that was released in November 2020. Since the release, the models have enjoyed some rave reviews. Micromax had promised to push updates for 2 years and 3 years of security updates during the launch. The first of that promise is about to be fulfilled as the IN Note 1 smartphone is set to get a major update to Android 11.

Micromax Co-founder Rahul Sharma in an online Q&A session with investors, customers, and the media in India today revealed that the smartphone will get the Android 11 update in April.

During the Q&A session, Sharma also announced that the company will also roll out Android 11 updates for the Micromax IN 1B shortly after the updates on the IN Note 1. The comprehensive updates will cover the camera system and the current Android security patch.

There has been uncertainty whether Micromax will also unveil its custom-made user interface for the Android 11 update, but the co-founder insisted that there would not be any need for an additional user interface from Micromax apart from the UI available with the update to Android 11.

Micromax co-founder, Sharma also announced during the event that internal processes are moving according to plans in the design and manufacture of a flagship 5G smartphone from the company. Indeed he hinted that the staff of the company’s Research and Development unit is firming up the technology to deliver its 5G smartphone together with premium accessories very soon. These accessories include also flagship earphones deploying evolving technology.

To recall, the Micromax IN Note 1 was released in November 2020, running on Android 10. The device also packs a 5,000mAh non-removable battery that is well suited for fast charging and reverse charging. It also features an impressive camera system together with several sensors including a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor.

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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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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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