| Prices | Price (USD) | USD $230.00 USD |
|---|---|---|
| Official Price | Global About 60 EUR | |
| Network | Technology |
GSM / HSPA
|
| Launch | Announced | 2013, January. Released 2013, February |
| Status | Discontinued | |
| Body | Dimensions | 144 x 74 x 10.7 mm (5.67 x 2.91 x 0.42 in) |
| Weight | 156 g (5.50 oz) | |
| SIM | Dual SIM | |
| Display | Type | IPS LCD |
| Size | 5.0 inches, 68.9 cm2 (~64.7% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~294 ppi density) | |
| Protection | Yes | |
| Platform | OS | Android 4.1.2 (Jelly Bean), upgradable to 4.2.1 (Jelly Bean) |
| Chipset | Mediatek MT6589 (28 nm) | |
| CPU | Quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7 | |
| GPU | PowerVR SGX544 | |
| Memory | Card slot | microSDHC (dedicated slot) |
| Internal | 4GB (1.77GB user available), 1GB RAM | |
| Main Camera | Single | 8 MP, AF |
| Features | LED flash | |
| Video | 720p@30fps | |
| Selfie camera | Single | 2 MP |
| Features | No | |
| Video | 320p | |
| Sound | Loudspeaker | Yes |
| 3.5mm jack | Yes | |
| Comms | WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot |
| Bluetooth | 4.0, A2DP | |
| Positioning | GPS | |
| NFC | No | |
| Radio | FM radio | |
| USB | microUSB 2.0, OTG | |
| Features | Sensors | Accelerometer, gyro, proximity |
| Battery | Type | Li-Ion 2000 mAh, removable |
| Stand-by | Up to 174 h | |
| Talk time | Up to 5 h | |
| Misc | Colors | Black, White |
| SAR EU | 0.47 W/kg (head) 0.41 W/kg (body) | |
| Price | About 230 EUR |
Mini Review & Verdict
A smart summary of the Micromax A116 Canvas HD
Advantages
- Convenient 3.5mm analog headphone port for zero-latency wired audio
Disadvantages
- Network capability is capped at 4G LTE speeds without native 5G bands
- Employs standard LCD panel technology rather than deep-black AMOLED
Arriving with an assertive focus on market competitiveness, the Micromax A116 Canvas HD enters the mobile landscape offering a compelling hardware package tailored to deliver maximum return on investment. The device commands visual attention through its modern responsive IPS LCD panel measuring 5 inches , which brings punchy saturation, deep blacks, and excellent dynamic range to a competitive tier.
At the engine room of the device, processing duties are commanded by the energetic Mediatek MT6589 (28 nm). This configuration provides ample headroom for fluid split-screen multitasking, responsive touch polling, and smooth graphical transitions across daily applications. Imaging requirements are addressed by an agile primary camera—centered on a 8MP primary sensor—yielding clean, share-worthy captures with respectable dynamic range and accurate white balance.
Battery longevity is secured through a 2000mAh battery unit, backed by standard charging speeds to ensure users spend more time active and less time anchored to wall outlets. When evaluated against rival contemporaries, the Micromax A116 Canvas HD presents an undeniable value proposition that punches well above its weight class.
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