Consumer electronics manufacturer Salora is the latest company jump into the Indian smartphone arena with the launch of POWERMaxx, a dual-SIM (GSM + WCDMA) Android-based device priced at Rs. 15,999. It is available at various stores across the country and online retailers like Flipkart, Infibeam and Snapdeal.
At just 10.9mm, the POWERMaxx sports a 4.5-inch IPS LCD (qHD) display with a resolution of 960X540 pixels and runs on Android 4.0.4 (Ice Cream Sandwich). The company says it is upgradable to Android Jelly Bean, but did not reveal any further details regarding when and how the updated will be available.
The smartphone features an 8-megapixel rear auto focus camera capable of 720p video recording. There's a 1.3-megapixel front camera as well. In addition, the camera also supports feature such as autofocus, optical image stabilisation, panorama view, speed multi-shot, time lapse video, facial beautify, smile shutter and automatic ambient detection etc.
Under the hood, the device packs in a Cortex-A9 1GHz dual-core processor with 512MB RAM and 4GB of on-board storage expandable up to 32GB via microSD. It comes with a huge 3,200mAh battery claiming longer hours of talk time and multimedia usage.
The POWERMaxx boats connectivity options like Wi-Fi, 3G and Bluetooth. The company has also incorporated a dual-mic design aiming at ambient noise cancellation.
Speaking on the occasion of the launch, Gopal Kumar Jiwarajka, Chairman & Managing Director, Salora International Ltd, "We are extremely excited on the launch of Salora Powermaxx. This is a feature packed phone with extremely high end technology and specifications which are unique to this product. The high capacity battery inn a slim body is a patented technology which will allow consumers to use the phone for long period without interruption. The IPS qHD display with OGS technology and toughened glass ensures great user touch experience. We are confident that consumers will appreciate this product and have a great experience. POWERmaxx will definitely prove to be a game changer."
POWERMaxx key specifications
- 4.5-inch IPS LCD (qHD) display (960X540 pixels)
- Cortex-A9 1GHz dual-core processor
- 512MB RAM
- 4GB of on-board storage expandable upto 32GB via microSD
- 8-megapixel rear auto focus camera
- 720p video recording
- 1.3-megapixel front camera
- Wi-Fi, 3G, Bluetooth
- 3,200mAh battery
- Android 4.0.4
Lenovo is considering to make a serious dent in phablet territory by launching the 5.5-inch Lenovo K900 with a full-HD IPS display. The K900 smartphone will be available from April in China followed by India, Russia, Indonesia, Vietnam and Philippenes soon. Pricing details are still unknown.
Coming to the specifics, the K900 has some impressive specs to flaunt. Running on Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean, the device has a 5.5-inch 1080p IPS capacitive touch display adorning Gorilla Glass 2. The resolution translates to a pixel density of more than 400ppi.
At 6.9mm and a 162gms (that's still heavy), Lenovo claims the K900 is the thinnest phone in its class. Despite its slim profile, the smartphone is strong and sturdy unibody construction sporting a stainless steel and polycarbonate exterior.
Coming to what's underneath, it looks like Lenovo believes in firsts. If the Lenovo K800 was the first Intel Medfield phone unveiled at CES 2012, then the K900 is the first smartphone to pack in Intel's Clover Trail+ platform, likely the Atom Z2580 dual-core processor clocking in at 2GHz. The device will feature 2GB RAM and there's 16GB of internal storage.
The K900 comes with a mighty 13-megapixel camera that has been optimised for size with a new Sony Exmor BSI sensor and layout that does not protrude from the case, leaving a clean, smooth rear face that doesn't snag on clothing.
Lenovo equipped the K900 with an f1.8 focal length lens, making it the first smartphone to offer such a wide aperture on its camera.
In addition to these improvements to the rear camera, the 2-megapixel front camera has also been widened to an 880 viewing angle, the widest available on a smartphone front camera for convenient self-portraits and video calls.
Speaking of calling, some may find it disappointing to know that the device does not support 4G. It runs on GSM and 3G UMTS networks.
The smartphone is expected to be unveiled in four colours including Black, Silver and Copper. Based on the model, users can either get it in a striped brushing finish or a gem-like pattern on the rear panels.
Could the Lenovo K900 finally bring and end to Samsung's reign as the leader of the smartphone-tablet hybrid? This one is certainly to watch out for.
Lenovo K900 key specifications
- 5.5-inch 1080p IPS capacitive touch display
- 13-megapixel camera with Sony's Exmor BSI sensor
- 2-megapixel front camera
- Intel's Atom Z2580 2GHz dual-core processor (Clover Trail+)
- 2GB RAM
- 16GB internal storage
- Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean
Lenovo is considering to make a serious dent in phablet territory by launching the 5.5-inch Lenovo K900 with a full-HD IPS display. The K900 smartphone will be available from April in China followed by India, Russia, Indonesia, Vietnam and Philippenes soon. Pricing details are still unknown.
Coming to the specifics, the K900 has some impressive specs to flaunt. Running on Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean, the device has a 5.5-inch 1080p IPS capacitive touch display adorning Gorilla Glass 2. The resolution translates to a pixel density of more than 400ppi.
At 6.9mm and a 162gms (that's still heavy), Lenovo claims the K900 is the thinnest phone in its class. Despite its slim profile, the smartphone is strong and sturdy unibody construction sporting a stainless steel and polycarbonate exterior.
Coming to what's underneath, it looks like Lenovo believes in firsts. If the Lenovo K800 was the first Intel Medfield phone unveiled at CES 2012, then the K900 is the first smartphone to pack in Intel's Clover Trail+ platform, likely the Atom Z2580 dual-core processor clocking in at 2GHz. The device will feature 2GB RAM and there's 16GB of internal storage.
The K900 comes with a mighty 13-megapixel camera that has been optimised for size with a new Sony Exmor BSI sensor and layout that does not protrude from the case, leaving a clean, smooth rear face that doesn't snag on clothing.
Lenovo equipped the K900 with an f1.8 focal length lens, making it the first smartphone to offer such a wide aperture on its camera.
In addition to these improvements to the rear camera, the 2-megapixel front camera has also been widened to an 880 viewing angle, the widest available on a smartphone front camera for convenient self-portraits and video calls.
Speaking of calling, some may find it disappointing to know that the device does not support 4G. It runs on GSM and 3G UMTS networks.
The smartphone is expected to be unveiled in four colours including Black, Silver and Copper. Based on the model, users can either get it in a striped brushing finish or a gem-like pattern on the rear panels.
Could the Lenovo K900 finally bring and end to Samsung's reign as the leader of the smartphone-tablet hybrid? This one is certainly to watch out for.
Lenovo K900 key specifications
- 5.5-inch 1080p IPS capacitive touch display
- 13-megapixel camera with Sony's Exmor BSI sensor
- 2-megapixel front camera
- Intel's Atom Z2580 2GHz dual-core processor (Clover Trail+)
- 2GB RAM
- 16GB internal storage
- Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean
