Intex launches new Android powered watch called IRist Rs.11, 999

Intex has launched its first Android based smartwatch called the IRist, today at MWC Shanghai. The IRist features a 240 x 240 square display and is powered by a 1.2GHz dual-core processor. It has 4GB of storage on board and features 512MB of RAM. However, unlike Android wear watches, the IRist runs on a custom version of Android. Also, the IRist is meant to be a standalone device and offers built-in 3G SIM support and can be used to make calls. The watch features a 600mAh battery which Intex claims can give upto 4 hours of talk-time. There is a 5MP camera on the iRist as well.

Read the full Press Release of the IRist below

Intex sets the rules of the game, launches the IRist for INR 11, 999/-

Becomes the first Indian smartphone player to launch Android based Smartwatch

· Supports 3G SIM and standalone calling feature.

· Holds a powerful 5MP camera; one of the best in the category of smartwatches.

· 32GB expandable memory & 600 mAh battery, a rarity in smartwatches.

· Enables messaging and mail using voice command as well as keyboard.

· Features an inbuilt pedometer to help you keep a track of every step you take.

Key features – Intex IRist

• Screen – 1.56 inch

• Resolution – 240*240

• Sapphire glass

• 1.2 Ghz Dual Core processor

• Android Kitkat 4.4.2

• 3G SIM Support

• Voice Assistant

• iWalk Pedometer

• RAM – 512 MB

• ROM – 4 GB

• Camera – 5MP

• Battery – Li- polymer 600 mAh

• Weight – 83 grams

• Dimensions – 44*44*14

• Wifi/Bluetooth

• In-Built Playstore App

• In-Built GPS

Shanghai (China) – July 15, 2015: Intex Technologies, the second largest smartphone maker of Indian origin, with a market share of 10.5%, today announced its foray into the wearable segment with the launch of smartwatch under the name of ‘IRist’ exclusively available with ebay. Pioneers in technology, the smartphone player chose MWC Shanghai as the platform to announce this new venture amidst the presence of key Indian and global media.

IRist is a stunning smartphone like device wrapped around your wrist in a sleek and beautiful design. The stylishly designed IRist comes with an in-built 3G SIM support that enables the user to make/receive calls through IRist independently without carrying their smartphone. Complementing this, IRist also has an app iConnect that syncs with your smartphone giving info on missed calls, unread messages and call logs of the phone.

IRist has a special feature- the voice assistant that sends emails, messages, dial numbers, opens and closes apps et al at the command of your voice. A fully functional keyboard further adds to ease of use.

The smartwatch comes with a Bluetooth headset giving you the convenience of effortlessly answering calls, listening to music track. Besides, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth features enable seamless internet access and file sharing. You can let your world reside on your wrist with the amazing storage capacity of 4GB ROM and a 512 MB RAM. It also has a 32GB extendable memory that is a rarity in smartwatch category. Packed with a 1.2 GHz Dual-Core Processor, the IRist runs on an Android OS, Kitkat 4.4.2 and has an in-built PlayStore App.

The smartwatch also has a strong 600mAh battery, again not common in this category which lasts really long, at a standby time of up to 200 hours and a talk time of up to 4 hours.