Lava Shark: Budget Phone With IPhone 16 Pro-Inspired Design

Indian mobile phone brand Lava has launched a new budget series called 'Shark,' targeting budget smartphones with prices below ₹9,000. As part of the launch, the company has launched the Lava Shark on Tuesday at ₹6,999. The 4G smartphone is primarily intended for first-time smartphone buyers. Interestingly, its camera bump is similar to that of Apple's iPhone 16 Pro.

Lava Shark: Display, Battery, and Security Features

  • Screen: 6.67-inch HD+ punch-hole display
  • Refresh Rate: 120Hz
  • Security: Face unlock and side-mounted fingerprint sensor
  • Battery: 5000mAh with 18W fast charging (charger provided)

Performance and Storage

  • Processor: Unisoc T606 octa-core
  • RAM & Storage: 4GB RAM + 4GB virtual RAM, 64GB internal storage (expandable up to 256GB)
  • Operating System: Android 14 (Update information not shared)

Camera and Photography Features

  • Rear Camera: 50MP
  • Front Camera: 8MP
  • Camera Features: Pro mode, Portrait mode, AI mode, HDR for better photography

Availability and Additional Details

  • Colors: Titanium Gold, Stealth Black
  • Retail Availability: Lava retail outlets
  • Future Plans: Additional smartphones to be released in the 'Shark' line, along with home service support