Videocon A42 smartphone launched at Rs 7,490

Indigenous smartphone manufacturer Videocon Mobiles has launched the A42 budget smartphone in the country. This handset boasts of Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean) operating system as well as 3.75G connectivity and costs Rs 7,490. 

The latest handset in Videocon's portfolio, the A42 has a 4.5-inch screen with 654x480p resolution. It runs on a 1.2GHz dual-core processor, backed by 512MB RAM, and features dual-sim functionality. This phone comes with 4GB internal storage and supports microSD cards up to 32GB. 

Videocon has used a 5MP rear camera with LED flash on the back and a 1.3MP unit in front. Connectivity options in the phone include 2G, 3.75G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0 and microUSB. It is powered by a 1,700mAh battery and comes in black and white colours. 

Khalid Zamir, head product planning & development, Videocon Mobile, commented, "For these first time Android users, our endeavour is to bring an easy, intuitive yet immersive Android experience with which they can stay connected to their friends, peers and family on the go. The device's well laid out feature set tuned up with the latest Android (Jelly Bean version 4.2.2) provides a deeper engagement with the consumers thus helping them to experience the best of Android Smartphone capabilities on offer." 

Key specs: 

*Display: 4.5-inch screen with 854x480p resolution

*Operating system: Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean)

*Processor & RAM: Dual-core 1.2GHz CPU, 512MB RAM

*Storage: 4GB internal storage, microSD expansion up to 32GB

*Camera: 5MP rear unit with LED flash, 1.3MP front camera

*Connectivity: 2G, 3.75G, Bluetooth 4.0, Wi-Fi, microUSB

*Battery: 1,700mAh 

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