LAVA Unveils Iris X8, with Octa Core processor for INR 8999

LAVA International Limited, has launched a new member to its flagship ‘iris X’ series of smartphones with superior technology, design & easy to use features.

The newly launched Iris X8 powered by an Octa-Core processor and 2GB RAM, is a phone designed for today’s smart generation who prefer speed and are looking for an ultimate multi-tasking device.

The smartphone has 16 GB of memory, operates on Android v4.4 KitKat, FOTA upgradable to Android 5.0 Lollipop, and it also comes with an intelligent quick window flip cover accessory available separately out of the box.

Besides this, the phone also houses a smart swap technology that allows the user to switch SIMs on the go, without the need to restart the handset. The smartphone has a screen resolution of 720*1280 (HD) and an oil coating on the screen has been provided for a smooth touch experience for the user.

The LAVA Iris X8 is powered by a 2500 mAh battery. To further help save on the battery life Iris X8 comes with an Intelligent Flip cover that allows users to access applications like music, calling, camera, messaging and few other functions directly without the need of switching to the main screen.

Additionally for consumers’ ease of use, the phone has a gesture recognition functionality with Smart Wake-up and Gesture controls which allows consumers to directly jump to applications from the locked screen.

The Iris X8 has primary camera of 8 megapixel with Dual LED flash, Auto focus and BSI-III sensor and sports a 3 megapixel front camera. It also supports full HD Video recording and digital zoom with built in auto-focus, panorama, HDR mode, face detection, smile shot and voice capture which ensures you capture crystal clear photos of your favourite moments. On connectivity front, the dual SIM equipped Iris X8 is equipped with 3G connectivity apart from Wi-Fi, Bluetooth v4.0. It also offers OTG support that enables file transfer through USB drive on the move.

Commenting on the launch Navin Chawla, Vice President & Head Product, LAVA International said, “We are proud to announce the launch of a new member to the hugely popular Iris X series. Over the last one year we have been strengthening our smartphone portfolio under Iris sub brand and have launched some great devices under the X series. The Iris X8 has been carefully designed after understanding requirements of consumers who are looking for a good looking powerful smartphone which allows them with the ability to multi-task. The Octa core processor and 2GB RAM in the smartphone offers that ease of use to consumers who are looking for a device which helps them to juggle between their personal, social and professional life while on the go. With such offerings we will continue to provide enhanced features to our consumers and offer them the power to do more and be more.”

LAVA Iris X8 is available in white & black colour for INR 8999. It will be available for sale across all national retail stores and multi-brand outlets. Iris X8 will be available online exclusively on Flipkart.com starting 12:00 noon from 9th Feb.