MUMBAI: Vodafone has announced the launch of its Android-based smartphone ‘Vodafone Smart‘ available for Rs 4995.
The 3G enabled phone has Android 2.2.1 OS and is powered by Qualcomm Incorporated‘s Snapdragon S1 processor.
The model has features like a 2.8" capacitive touch display, 2 mega-pixel camera and video recording, integrated Google services including push mail, maps, speech to text, Gtalk and You Tube and WiFi tethering. Apart from this, it also gives the user access to Android applications.
Vodafone India chief marketing officer Kumar Ramanathan said, "At Vodafone, we understand the pulse of the urban Indian youth who are extremely brand conscious and have shown a great response to smartphones. ‘Vodafone Smart‘ is one such smartphone that is sure to delight our young audience with its stylish looks, smart features, host of exciting apps and 3G connectivity at an exciting, affordable price."
Qualcomm India and South Asia country manager and VP Sandeep Sibal said, "Globally, smartphones have become a versatile tool for mobile computing, communications and multimedia entertainment. Vodafone Smart fully utilises Vodafone‘s high-speed 3G HSPA network to cater to the increasing demand in India for a compelling ‘Internet on-the-go‘ experience."