Friday, 5 June 2015

Micromax launches Canvas Knight 2, first 4G Capable phone from Micromax


India is day by day getting devices with 4G LTE capabilities along with 4G support in many cities in India. Today Micromax introduced the all new Canvas Knight 2 which is a 4G capable device, wait is their any other device from Micromax with 4G. no !!, Yes this is even the first phone with 4G support from Micromax.


Commenting on the launch, Mr. Vineet Taneja, CEO, Micromax Informatics said,
“India is at the cusp of digital revolution and we expect 4G technology to push internet usage to an unprecedented level. Consumer demand is constantly shifting towards devices offering multi-tasking capabilities, 24x7 data connectivity with increased video consumption and real-time mobility solutions. Smartphones always lead any such technology shift, much before full scale network rollouts are done by operators. In our estimate, 4G handsets already account for 15% of total smartphone shipments, up from 4% two quarters back. Installed base of 4G handsets is ~5 Mn compared to a 90Mn+ base of 3G smartphones. With the launch of our new device Canvas Knight 2, the first in the 4G range, we are looking at driving the next wave of internet evolution in the country. Over the next few months, we are all set to launch a series of 4G LTE enabled devices across a range of price points each addressing unique needs of the Indian consumer. Our popular series of Canvas Fire, Unite, Nitro will gradually move to 4G offerings. With a comprehensive portfolio of quality 4G LTE enabled devices, we are confident of propelling the next wave of mobile internet ecosystem in the country.”
Specs of the Canvas Knight 2 includes:

  • 5-inch FHD Amoled Display
  • Snapdragon 615 SoC
  • 2 GB RAM
  • 13 MP Rear Camera
  • 5 MP front Camera
  • Android Lollipop 5.0
  • 4G LTE 
  • 2260 mAh Battery

With the best buy price of Rs. 16,299, the Canvas Knight 2 comes with a free 4G SIM and an Airtel 4G Double Data offer which doubles the 4G data amount for any consumer activating the 4G SIM. The device will be available fromJune 10, 2015 across India.

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