Videocon launches Z55 Dash smartphone at Rs 6,490; features 5-inch display, 8MP camera

Videocon has introduced a new smartphone in the market dubbed Z55 Dash, which has been made locally under the ‘Make in India’ initiative. The smartphone, which has been designed in India, will be available via Flipkart at a price of Rs 6,490. It will be available in Black/White and White/Chrome colour variants.

In terms of specifications, the device features a 5-inch HD IPS display with Dragontrail X Glass at a 720 x 1280 pixel resolution. It is powered by a 1.4GHz octa-core processor paired 1GB RAM. It includes an internal storage at 8GB and can be further expanded up to 32GB via microSD card.

The Videocon Z55 Dash comes equipped with an 8MP rear camera with LED flash and a 5MP front facing camera. The rear camera lens is said to be made out of Corning Glass with ‘dual anti-reflective coating’. The Android 4.4.2 KitKat-based device includes connectivity options such as Bluetooth 4.0, Wi-Fi, Micro-USB, GPRS/ EDGE, GPS/ A-GPS, and 3G. A 2200mAh battery completes the package.

Jerold Pereira, CEO, Videocon Mobile Phones said, “Videocon Mobiles understands the pulse of new-age consumers hailing from metro as well as Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities. The new Z55 Dash is designed to meet the needs of these dynamic consumers and their changing needs.”

He added, “By manufacturing the handsets locally, Videocon Mobile Phones endeavours to offer affordability and stylishness to Indian consumers.”