Microsoft launches Lumia 640 XL LTE Dual SIM at Rs 17399

Anyway, customers who want to give this mid-range smartphone a try will be able to do so for only Rs 17,399 ($265 / €235).

The company today launched its cheapest 4G-enabled smartphone, Lumia 640 LTE, at a price of Rs 17,399.

Microsoft Lumia 640 XL LTE Dual SIM features a 5.7-inch HD (1280 x 720 pixels) ClearBlack IPS display with Corning Gorilla Glass 3 protection.

The Microsoft Lumia 640 XL LTE Dual SIM is identical to the Lumia 640 XL Dual SIM, except that it features 4G LTE connectivity in addition, with support for Indian 4G LTE bands. This smartphone will be upgradable to Windows 10 on mobile when it is available in November. The company is also offering a bundled SIM offer in partnership with Bharti Airtel, which includes the Airtel Double Data offer. The new iteration will also probably feature 1GB RAM and 8GB built-in storage along with 1,950 mAh battery capacity.

The rear snapper on the Microsoft Lumia 550 is listed at 5MP with an LED flash while the front-facing camera is 2MP.

However, it is worth noting that, while the device was globally unveiled at the Mobile World Conference, it didn’t make an entry into India along side the Lumia 640 XL and 640 XL dual SIM variants. Thankfully, you are also going to get a microSD card slot that will allow you to expand so you won’t have to rely on the cloud.

The Lumia 640 XL LTE Dual SIM is juiced by a 30.3 hours of talk-time on 2G, and 37 days of standby time.

Microsoft Mobile Devices, Director, T S Sridhar said, The LUMIA smartphone with 4G capability, which comes with 13megapixel camera, 5.7 inch HD screen and Windows 8.1 operating system, would be available across India.