Microsoft launches two Windows 10-powered Lumia smartphones

Microsoft launched two new flagship devices - Lumia 950 and Lumia 950 XL - priced Rs 43,699 onwards that will be based on its latest Windows 10 operating system (OS). Microsoft India Chairman Bhaskar Pramanik said that the devices are designed for Windows fans and professionals who desire a premium phone that takes full advantage of Windows 10.

"Lumia 950 (Rs 43,699) and Lumia 950 XL (Rs 49,399) are the first Lumia phones to come pre-loaded with Windows 10 in India. The flagship devices include innovative features like Cortana, Windows Hello beta for Lumia and Continuum for phones", Microsoft India General Manager Ajey Mehta said. He however declined to comment on the sales targets for the devices.

Customers can pre-book the devices starting November 30 at Microsoft Priority Resellers, Microsoft Store on Amazon.in and retail chains of Croma, Reliance and Sangeetha. The devices will be available from December 11.

The devices come loaded with the 'Continuum' feature which when connected to a supported Display Dock beams all the apps to a larger screen. The dock has been priced at Rs 5,999, but will be free for initial buyers.

The Lumia 950 features a 5.2-inch display, 1.8HHz Snapdragon hexa-core processor, 3GB RAM, 32GB internal storage (supports 200 GB expandable storage) and 3,000mAh battery.

Lumia 950XL sports a bigger 5.7-inch display and 3,340mAh battery. Both the devices feature a 20MP PureView rear camera with triple LED flash and a front camera of 5MP with wide angle lens. Lumia 950XL will feature liquid cooling technology to dissipate the heat, Mehta said.