HTC has today introduced another low cost Desire series smartphone, dubbed as Desire 526 G+ Dual SIM, which also flaunts Taiwanese manufacturer’s new found love for dual shot styling and the conventional dual front facing speakers. The 8 GB variant has been priced at 10,400 INR and the 16 GB variant will cost you 11,400 INR. The 8 GB variant will exclusively retail on Snapdeal.
Desire 526G+ features a comfortable 4.7 Inch display size with 960 x 540 pixel qHD resolution. It is powered by 1.7 GHz Cortex A7 MT6592 octa core chipset with 1 GB RAM and 8 GB/16 GB storage variant. There is option for MicroSD expansion as well.
The powerful MediaTek chipset will drive Android 4.4 KitKat based HTC Sense UI on this smartphone. The 8 MP AF camera on the rear surface can record Full HD videos. There is an LED flash too, which you could be handy in low lighting or when you need a flash light. For selfies, there is a 2 MP front facing unit which can also be used for 720p High Definition video chat.
Commenting on the launch, Faisal Siddiqui, Vice President and Country Head, HTC India, said – “Our new HTC Desire model is a power packed combination of innovative designing and comfortable handling and smooth processing. The HTC Desire 526G+ dual SIM is the best buy for tech lovers who look for innovation and technology that fits perfectly in their pocket. HTC wants to empower the masses and put a good phone in everyone’s hands, without compromising on features and specifications.”
HTC Desire 526G+ measures 139.8 x 69.65 x 9.8mm and lies on the heavier side of the spectrum at 154 grams. It houses a moderate 2000 mAh battery, while connectivity options include 3G, Dual micro SIM, WiFi b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0 and GPS.
HTC Desire 526G+ 8 GB and 16 GB will be available in Glacier Blue and Lacquer Black colors for 10,400 and 11,400 INR starting from last week of January.
Key Specs
| Model | HTC Desire 526G+ |
| Display | 4.7 inch, 960 X 540 |
| Processor | 1.7 GHz Octa Core |
| RAM | 1 GB |
| Internal Storage | 8 GB/16 GB, Expandable |
| OS | Android 4.4 KitKat Based Sense UI |
| BCamera | 8 MP/ 2 MP |
| Battery | 2000 mAh |
| Price | 10,400/ 11,400 |
