With a wide array of choices already available in the market, manufacturers continued to come up with new models of smartphones in 2016. Many of which made it to the top-rated list of basic phones which are both affordable and technologically advanced.
We have handpicked few of these for you below.
1. Motorola Moto G4 Plus:
Priced at merely Rs 12, 499 in India, this handset is worth every penny you’ve invested in 2016. This phone was launched in May 2016 and even as the year draws to an end, it continues to hold its top position among competitors in the market. The phone comes with a gorgeous 5.50 inch touchscreen display which is easy at weight and can be carried around with much hassle. Its resolution of 1080 pixels offers your more clarity than you’ve ever expected. It is powered by a 3000mAh non removable battery and the handset weighs merely 155 grams. The phone has won accolades from all the sections for its exclusive features which include 16 megapixel camera, 16GB internal storage, 1.5GHz octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 617 processor that comes with a 2GB RAM. If you are looking for a budget friendly phone that offers minimum and essential features, this should be your top choice.
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| Moto G4 Plus |
2. Microsoft Lumia 640:
This could be the basic handset you might ever come across. With its sleek design and smart features, it has naturally swept several gadget experts off their feet. Price at barely Rs 15160 in India, Microsoft Lumia 640 guarantees FM radio, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, front and rear cameras and a 1GB RAM. The 5MP front camera can capture every moment be it in the day or night with outstanding clarity. The quality of the 13MP rear camera is exceptionally good as well. The phone’s 5.7 inch HD IPS touch screen display is to die for. The makers of this gadget have very smartly designed it keeping in mind the basic necessities of a user. With so many reviews already pouring, it wouldn’t be wrong to say that this phone is one the smart purchases you can make this year.
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| Nokia |
3. Samsung Galaxy J5:
Forget about how other Samsung products having a doomed future. Trust us when we say this one is a great phone. The phone is priced at Rs 11990 in India and has a dual SIM capacity. From Wi-Fi, GPS, Bluetooth, long working battery and so much more, this smartphone can make a difference to your daily life; of course by making it simpler.If you are a selfie person, then this phone offers you a 5 megapixel front camera that delivers outstanding pictures, all with high quality. The 13 megapixel primary camera too fits the bill and serves you brilliant pictures that look like have been taken by a professional.
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| Samsung J5 |
4. Vodafone Smart Prime 7:
If you are not really into big brands and are only looking for something that fits your budget and preferences, this should be the right pick for you. It is priced at Rs 11735 in India and provides features such as multi-touch screen, 1GB RAM, internal memory of 8GB and a Li-Lon 2540 mAh battery. The handset comes in black and white colors, both really look amazing. Now the best news, it weighs only 128 grams!
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| Vodafone Smart Prime 7 |
5. One Plus X:
Last but certainly not the least. This is the most-talked about phone of this year. The attractive bright display of the phone against its pitch black colour will make you look dapper every time you carry it around and flaunt it to friends. It is priced at Rs 10K only(Used).
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| One Plus X |
