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What is Micromax?

Micromax

About Micromax

What is Micromax?

Headquartered in Gurgaon, Micromax is an Indian consumer electronics brand founded by Rahul Sharma and Rajesh Agarwal on March 29, 2000. The company was initially incorporated as an information technology software company. Later, it forayed into consumer electronics like mobile phones, tablets, televisions, washing machines, air conditioners, etc. The company also has a fully owned subsidiary named YU Televentures, which sells mobile phones under the YU brand.
 
Micromax started its mobile phones business in 2008. It was one of the first companies to introduce feature-rich phones at affordable pricing. The company initially focused on feature phones with big-capacity batteries for long
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Latest Updates on Micromax

Micromax, Taiwan's Phison join hands to design storage chipsets in India

Micromax Informatics Co-Founder Rahul Sharma told PTI that the company has started production at its Noida facility

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Updated On : 19 Dec 2024 | 1:45 PM IST

Tech wrap Nov 26: Realme GT 7 Pro launched, Streambox Dor, Instagram DMs

Realme GT 7 Pro launch. Micromax-backed Streambox launched Dor. Instagram Live Location sharing. BenQ launches MA series 4K monitors. Samsung Black Friday sale. Apple App Store Awards finalists

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Updated On : 26 Nov 2024 | 8:03 PM IST

Micromax-backed Streambox Media debuts subscription-based TV service 'Dor'

Described as India's first subscription-based TV service, Dor will be available on Flipkart from December 1, with plans to expand to other platforms and offline distribution channels in the future

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Updated On : 26 Nov 2024 | 4:40 PM IST

From Lava to Karbonn: Indian smartphone brands aiming to make a comeback

The Indian smartphone brands are looking to fill the vacuum created in the sub-Rs 10,000 segment

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Updated On : 28 Jun 2023 | 11:39 AM IST

Year in review 2022: From Lava to OnePlus, five best smartphones on budget

From Lava Blaze 5G to OnePlus Nord CE 2, here are the best five smartphones on budget that were launched in India this year

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Updated On : 26 Dec 2022 | 9:58 AM IST

Right to repair: Delhi's cellphone and auto markets cautiously optimistic

Now, as the Centre seeks to come out with a framework on 'Right to Repair' to facilitate self or third-party repair of products, chances are that new products will be available in the open market

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Updated On : 22 Jul 2022 | 10:04 PM IST

Indian phonemakers served notices by Customs, get Rs 20,000 cr tax bill

Before September 2020, there was no import duty on such panels, but from October 1, 2020, an import duty of 10% is levied under the Centre's phased manufacturing programme

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Updated On : 19 Jul 2022 | 9:39 AM IST

Micromax In 2C review: A low-cost smartphone best suited for light users

With 3GB RAM and 32GB on-board storage, mediocre camera performance, and UNISOC T610 processor, the Micromax's In 2C can be an option only for light users

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Updated On : 25 May 2022 | 2:32 PM IST

Smartphone maker Micromax unveils affordable phone, earbuds

Home-grown smartphone maker Micromax on Friday launched a new affordable smartphone called IN 2b in two storage variants.

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Updated On : 30 Jul 2021 | 8:03 PM IST

Micromax In 2b all set to launch on Friday; check expected price, features

The Micromax In 2b event will begin at 12 noon tomorrow

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Updated On : 30 Jul 2021 | 7:44 AM IST

Micromax to bring in 5G phones at aggressive price points: Co-founder

Micromax on Friday said it will significantly bolster its product portfolio this year

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Updated On : 26 Feb 2021 | 10:28 PM IST

Top headlines: Free health checkup in cos soon; data breach at BigBasket

From new labour laws promising free annual health checkups to markets poised for fresh all-time highs as investors cheer Biden win, here are top headlines this morning

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Updated On : 09 Nov 2020 | 7:23 AM IST

The patriot act: Micromax calling on anti-China sentiment for resurgence

Sharma's new approach for Micromax banks heavily on the political mobilisation against Chinese brands and the Indian government's recent initiatives to sideline them

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Updated On : 09 Nov 2020 | 6:10 AM IST

Failed to match pricing offered by Chinese firms: Micromax's Rahul Sharma

Rahul Sharma, co-founder of Micromax, shares his comeback plan in a candid chat with Arnab Dutta

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Updated On : 04 Nov 2020 | 6:10 AM IST

Micromax IN Note 1, Micromax IN 1B launched: Price, specifications and more

Powered by MediaTek G-series mobile processors, the Micromax IN Note 1 and Micromax IN 1B feature big screen, large capacity battery, and multi-optics camera set-up

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Updated On : 03 Nov 2020 | 1:11 PM IST

Micromax In series launch today at 12 noon: Livestream details, and more

The Micromax In series would be a smartphone line-up that will debut with at least two models, both powered by MediaTek Helio G-series mobile processors

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Updated On : 03 Nov 2020 | 10:33 AM IST

Samsung, Foxconn to take part in govt's PLI scheme for phone manufacturing

The scheme aims to make India a manufacturing and export hub for mobile phones

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Updated On : 01 Aug 2020 | 9:56 AM IST

Govt's ambitious call: Making electronics sector worth $400 bn by 2025

The first of a two-part series analyses the feasibility of goals set for electronics manufacturing

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Updated On : 13 Jul 2020 | 6:05 AM IST

Chinese hackers attack defence ministry, many pvt entities like Jio: Report

The sectors that were targeted were telecom, pharma, media companies, smartphone makers, construction, and tyre firms

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Updated On : 23 Jun 2020 | 3:54 PM IST

Make in India boost: Samsung, Foxconn, Lava likely to apply for PLI scheme

The government will offer the scheme to five global and domestic entities.

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Updated On : 04 Jun 2020 | 5:00 AM IST