LAVA launches another smartphone-Iris 506q for Rs 9,499

The domestic handset maker, LAVA International has launched its another smartphone-Iris 506q for Rs 9,499. The new device is running of Android 4.2 Jelly Bean and is powered by 1.2GHz dual-core processor.

It has a 5-inch display with 480x854 pixels resolution and comes with 512MB of RAM, 4GB of inbuilt storage with expandable up to 32GB through microSD card.

It sports a 5MP camera (rear auto-focus with in-built flash) that provides multiple camera options including panorama mode, smile detection to capture stunning photographs and a 0.3 MP front camera for 3G video calling.

It supports various connectivity options which include Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS, EDGE, GPRS and 3G with downloads speeds upto 21 Mbps.

Under the hood, the smartphone boasts a 2000mAh Li-Pol (Lithium Polymer Battery) for an extended battery life. The Iris 505 is FOTA upgradable which helps to update the handset's software ‘over the air', without connection to a PC or any other device.

The iris 505 also features gesture control which helps a user change music tracks, click pictures, change FM channels and browse the gallery with a swipe of the hand without touching the screen.

It also has quick note pad editor which enables a user to scribble notes during a call and a magnification gesture in which a user can triple tap on the screen to zoom in and out anywhere on the screen except for the keyboard & navigation buttons.

The company recently launched its Iris 506q smartphone in India for Rs 10, 999. The phone is powered by a fast 1.2 Ghz quad core processor and the latest Android 4.2 (jelly bean) operating.