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Micromax IN 1B Review, Desh Ka Naya Budget Smartphone?

Arghya Ghosh — Fri, 13 Nov 2020 03:23:19 +0000

Micromax made its official comeback by launching two new smartphones, Micromax In 1B & Micromax In Note 1. These “Make in India” smartphones seem to be the most value for money product from the brand. Mr. Rahul Sharma (CEO, Micromax) already confirmed earlier, “Micromax is coming back soon“.

Micromax used to be a very popular mobile brand in India. It has ruled the Indian Smartphone market for years, especially around 2010-2014 with its Canvas series smartphones and basic feature phones.

But later brand could not manage to maintain the pace and soon went out of track. Almost more than a year (2018 onwards) Micromax went into a hibernation-like state until its surprise comeback in October 2020 and final launch on 3rd November 2020.

Our heartiest congratulations to Micromax for a solid comeback in the market. I really hope this time Micromax will continue to provide the best possible value for money products and services to the consumers.

Before we discuss our verdict, pros, and cons, let’s see the technical specification, design, and box contents of the new Micromax IN 1B.

Micromax IN 1B Technical Specification

MediaTek Helio G35, Octa-core CPU with PowerVR GE8320 GPU
6.52″ HD+ LCD (20:9) Display with a max brightness of 400 nits
13 MP f/1.85 (Primary Lens) 2 MP f/2.4 (Depth) Rear camera and 8 MP f/2.0 front camera
2/4 GB RAM + 32/64 GB eMMC Internal Storage
Dual nano sim slot with dedicated MicroSD slot
5000 mAh Battery with 10W USB Type-C charging
4G, Dual-Band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, and GPS/AGPS
Face unlock and rear fingerprint scanner
Pure stock Android 10 (2GB Variant will have Android Go)

Micromax IN 1B Design

Dimensions: 164.5 X 75.8 X 8.9 mm
Body: Polycarbonate
Weight: 188 grams
Colors available: Blue, Green, Purple
Variant Available: 2GB+32GB, 4GB+64GB

Micromax IN 1B Box Contents

Micromax IN 1B Smartphone
Sim ejector tool
10W Fast Charger & Type-C USB cable
Quick Start Guide & Warranty Card

Verdict

If you are looking for an entry-level and non-Chinese smartphone with modern features on a tight budget, Micromax In 1B could be a very good Desi budget choice for you.

This phone has got a 13MP primary camera which should fulfill your basic needs. The combination of MediaTek Helio G35 and 6.52″ HD+ LCD panel is capable enough to run the day to day applications smoothly with an eye-soothing display experience. Additionally, the 5000 mAh battery can easily last more than a day for moderate usage, and with 10W charging and reverse charging support, you are covered 180 degrees. Micromax put an effort to incorporate premium features like dual-band WiFi, Bluetooth 5.0, VoWiFi, etc at this price point along with a pure stock android experience.

I personally felt Micromax did an outstanding job. Still, If we talk about the cons, I believe with a minor price hike like Rs. 500, a 3GB+32GB variant with full fledge Android 10 would have been a better starting point than the current 2GB+32GB variant with Android Go. Otherwise, this Micromax In 1B is truly one of the best in class, simply an unbeatable non-Chinese alternative.

Pros

13 MP Primary camera
6.52″ HD+ display
5000 mAh battery with reverse charging support
Dual-band Wi-Fi, VoWiFi

Cons

3GB+32GB would be more practical
Base variant 2GB+32GB have Android Go

If you are looking for a cheap and budget non-Chinese smartphone with the best possible specification, undoubtedly go for Micromax IN 1B with a 13MP camera, 6.52″ HD+ display, 5000 mAh battery with 10W USB Type-C charging, reverse charging, pure android and Dual-Band Wi-Fi.

Otherwise, you can also checkout our Best Mobile Phone under 10000 INR in India guide.

Frankly speaking, Micromax IN 1B 4GB+64GB variant makes more sense than its 2GB+32GB variant. But if you don’t want to spend more than INR 7K and your requirement is very basic then the base 2GB+32GB variant will be okay with Android Go.

P.S. Micromax IN 1B will be available from November 27, 2020, at Flipkart for 2GB+32GB at Rs. 6999/- & 4GB+64GB at Rs. 7999/-.

Micromax IN Note 1 Review, Paisa Wasool Desi Smartphone?

Arghya Ghosh — Thu, 12 Nov 2020 07:06:28 +0000

Micromax made its comeback by launching two new smartphones on 3rd November 2020, Micromax In Note 1 & Micromax In 1B. These “Make in India” smartphones seem to have better value for money propositions ever. Mr. Rahul Sharma (CEO, Micromax) already confirmed earlier, “Micromax is coming back soon“.

Micromax used to be a very popular mobile brand in India. It has ruled the Indian Smartphone market for years, especially around 2010-2014 with its Canvas series smartphones and basic feature phones.

Our heartiest congratulations to Micromax for a solid comeback in the market. I really hope this time brand will continue to provide the best possible value for money products and services to the consumers.

Before we discuss our verdict, pros, and cons, let’s see the technical specification, design, and box contents of the new Micromax IN Note 1.

Micromax IN Note 1 Technical Specification

MediaTek Helio G85, Octa-core CPU with Mali G52 GPU
6.67″ Full HD+ Punch Hole LCD (20:9) Display with a max brightness of 440 nits
48 MP f/1.79 (Primary Lens) + 5 MP f/2.2 (ultra-wide FOV 115°) + 2 MP f/2.4 (Depth) + 2 MP f/2.4 (Macro) Rear camera and 16 MP f/2.0 front camera
4 GB LPDDR4 RAM + 64/128 GB eMCP Internal Storage
Dual nano sim slot with dedicated MicroSD slot
5000 mAh Battery with 18W fast-charging
4G, Dual-Band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, and GPS/AGPS, Beidou, GLONASS, Galileo
Face unlock and rear fingerprint scanner
Pure Stock Android 10

Micromax IN Note 1 Design

Dimensions: 165.24 X 76.95 X 8.99 mm
Body: Polycarbonate
Weight: 196 grams
Colors available: Green, White
Variant Available: 4GB+64GB, 4GB+128GB

Micromax IN Note 1 Box Contents

Micromax IN Note 1 Smartphone
Sim ejector tool
18W Fast Charger & Type-C USB cable
Quick Start Guide & Warranty Card

Verdict

If you are looking for a balanced and non-chinese smartphone with the latest technologies in the lower mid-budget segment, Micromax In Note 1 could be a very good Desi choice for you.

This phone has got a 48MP f/1.79 primary camera which should take crisp photos & videos. The combination of MediaTek Helio G85 and 6.67″ FHD+ punch hole LCD panel is capable enough to run daily life applications smoothly with an eye-soothing display experience. Additionally, the 5000 mAh battery can easily last more than a day for moderate usage, and thanks to 18W fast charging support, refueling this phone should be quick enough. Micromax put an effort to incorporate premium features like dual-band WiFi, Bluetooth 5.0, VoWiFi, WiFi Direct at this price point along with pure stock android experience.

I personally felt Micromax did an outstanding job. Still, If we talk about the cons, I believe a few things like LPDDR4X RAM, 6GB RAM variant could make it more value for money. And finally, pricing is okay but could be more aggressive. These small improvements could easily make this phone best in class, simply an unbeatable non-Chinese alternative.

Pros

48 MP Primary f/1.8 camera
6.67″ FHD+ punch hole display
5000 mAh battery with 18W fast charging
Dual-band Wi-Fi, VoWiFi, WiFi Direct

Cons

LPDDRX RAM should be used
128 GB Variant should have 6GB RAM
Pricing could be little more aggressive

If you are looking for a non-Chinese smartphone with the best possible specification, undoubtedly go for Micromax IN Note 1 for a 48MP camera, 6.67″ FHD+ Punch Hole display, 5000 mAh battery with 18W fast-charging, and Dual-Band Wi-Fi otherwise, simply pick Realme Narzo 20 (recommended) or Poco M2 Pro.

You can also checkout our Best Mobile Phone under 15000 INR in India guide.

Frankly speaking, Micromax IN Note 1 4GB+64GB variant is felt more value for money than its 4GB+128GB variant.

P.S. Micromax IN Note 1 will be available from November 25, 2020, at Flipkart for 4GB+64GB at Rs. 10999/-, 4GB+128GB at Rs. 12999/-.