Celkon Mobiles launches first Windows phone

Celkon Mobiles, one of the leading Indian mobile brands, Monday launched WIN 400 - its first-ever Windows based phone.

Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 200 processor, the phone is priced at Rs.4,979.

The dual SIM model comes with a 1.2 GHz Quad-core processor and Windows 8.1 OS. The other features of the device include 5 MP Rear Camera AF and 1.3 MP Front Camera. The device provides full 3G support with a 4.0 WVGA display.

Backed by a powerful 1500 mAh Lithium Ion battery, the internal memory of 4GB with 512 MB RAM along with a 32 GB Expandable memory support enables seamless multitasking and provides adequate storage space.

Y. Guru, chairman and managing director, Celkon Mobiles, termed the launch a new milestone for Celkon. "We have many more exciting offerings lined up in the coming year as well which will stand true to our proposition of being innovative yet affordable."

"Our deep engagement with local OEMs is one of the engines of growth for the Windows ecosystem and we are proud of our partnership with Celkon. With Celkon's WIN 400, Windows is now available to a whole new group of consumers in India, who are looking for innovation and value," said Rajiv Ahlawat, director, mobility, Microsoft India.