Micromax has announced the launch of the Canvas Fantabulet in India. The large screen smartphone is the biggest mobile phone by Micromax since its introduction in the market. It features a 6.98-inch HD resolution display, powered by a 1.3GHz quad-core processor, 1GB of RAM, 8GB internal storage, and expandable storage support of upto 32GB. The device also has dual-box speakers with DTS Audio techology. The rear houses an 8-megapixel autofocus camera, while the front features a 2-megapixel camera. The Micromax Canvas Fantabulet runs on Android Lollipop v5.0, and has a 3000mAh battery pack to power the entire setup. The device is priced at Rs. 7,499, and will be available in Chrome Gold finish. The Canvas Fantabulet will be sold on Flipkart.
Read the full press release below:
New Delhi, January 13, 2016: Micromax Informatics Limited, India’s leading smartphone player and consumer electronics brand, today announced the launch of its biggest smartphone ever – the Canvas Fantabulet that sports a 6.98-inch HD IPS screen. With an aim to disrupt India’s popular phablet market, the smartphone is exquisitely designed combining ergonomic and stylish form factor and best-in-class technology features to offer a rich multimedia experience as well as efficient work tool to the consumers.
The world’s biggest smartphone Micromax Canvas Fantabulet comes with a large 6.98-inch HD IPS display with a resolution of 1280×720 pixels along with Dual box speakers deeply integrated with DTS Sound Technology making it an entertainment powerhouse for a complete audio-visual experience. Driven by an increased usage of mobility devices as a preferred consumption device, the Canvas Fantabulet fulfils the ever evolving needs of the consumer – right from entertainment to games, social media, easy voice calling and productivity on-the-go.
Commenting on the launch, Vikas Jain, Co-founder, Micromax Informatics, said, “We ignited the phablet category with the launch of Canvas range of devices which proved to be extremely popular among the consumers. With the launch of Canvas Fantabulet we are yet again pioneering a new category that will change the way people use smartphones making it their first choice for consumption and productivity needs. The launch comes at the most appropriate time when mobile internet is on the rise and there has been persistent increase in demand for larger screens and video consumption”.
He further added, “As pioneers in democratizing technology for the masses, we at Micromax believe the Canvas Fantabulet will be a huge success among big screen lovers and will reinvent the phablet segment.”
The Entertainment Powerhouse designed with aesthetic precision
Exemplifying excellent graphic quality, the device is equipped with a 6.98-inch HD (1280×720 pixels) HD IPS display. Featuring an ergonomic design, the Canvas Fantabulet fits perfectly in your palm and is ideal for single handed operation. It further improves sunlight readability drastically at the same time utilizing battery power judiciously. The HD display coupled with 2.5mm thick dual box speaker made of composite module tooling with Aluminum Film Diaphragm ensures that the phablet delivers loud and clear surround sound powered by DTS technology for a theatre like experience. The Canvas Fantabulet is a visual banquet with 16M colors splashed across the exquisite display breathing life into graphics. Consumers can watch videos and play HD games uninterrupted with Canvas Fantabulet’s long-lasting 3000mAh battery!
Savour the sweetest on Android Lollipop 5.0!
Running on the latest Android Lollipop 5.0, the new Canvas Fantabulet gives users the access to a number of features including voice search, Google Drive, Hangouts for video calls, smart contact prioritization etc.
Capture Memories with Deeper focus and Sharper Shots!
Capture splendid photographs with Canvas Fantabulet’s 8MP Auto Focus rear camera. Taking selfies was never more fun with a 2MP FF front camera for the selfie aficionados. Also keeps your precious memories safe and enjoy on-the-go access to your files, music and pictures with 8GB ROM and a 32GB expandable memory card.
Entertainment Unplugged!
The Canvas Fantabulet comes bundled with multimedia applications like Eros Now, Kindle, Saavn, Gaana etc. Enjoy reading on kindle with free e-books, experience music on the dual box speakers with a free 90 day subscription to Saavn pro and watch movies on the Eros Now app!
The new Canvas Fantabulet is perfectly priced at Rs. 7499/-, and will be available in Chrome Gold colour pan India through Flipkart.