Micromax, the brand which needs no introduction, is known for its quality gadgets at the low prices. Micromax has grown tremendously in the past some year and is still growing like a charm. Micromax is best in launching surprisingly low cost mobiles. Now this popular brand of mobile phones has also entered the field of tablets to extend their market with few other products. Micromax has started a new innings in the tablet industry and the first player in the product line series is Micromax FunBook, which is launched, just a few days back in the Micromax event. The new tablet is based on the Android 4.0, the Ice Cream Sandwich ICS version and has got 1 GHz processor in it. The special thing about this tablet is that it has got the "Made in India" tag.
The tablet is made for the students specially. The students can get access to the free solution of their education related problems. They can get the study material of any course of C.B.S.E. from class 1st to Class 12th by paying amount of Rs. 799/- only. Means if you want to get the study material of class 7th, then you will have to pay 799/- Rs. for it.
Form Factor
Not only has the hardware features, but the FunBook tablet from Micromax has got very good designed as well. Its sleek and trendy look makes it very attractive gadget.
The tablet is made for the students specially. The students can get access to the free solution of their education related problems. They can get the study material of any course of C.B.S.E. from class 1st to Class 12th by paying amount of Rs. 799/- only. Means if you want to get the study material of class 7th, then you will have to pay 799/- Rs. for it.
Let’s have a look at the specifications of Micromax FunBook.
Form Factor
Not only has the hardware features, but the FunBook tablet from Micromax has got very good designed as well. Its sleek and trendy look makes it very attractive gadget.
Display
Here goes Mircomax Funbook android tablet is loaded with 7 inch capacitive multi touch screen display (17.8cm) with fast touch response at resolution 800 X 480 pixels. The display ratio is 16: 9 it will be more comfort to watch movies, videos and other kind of multimedia stuff.
Operating System and UI
The operating system used in this tablet is Android 4.0 ICS which was the latest version of Google Android platform. The new Android 4.0 ICS has impressive User Interface UI, faster response, easy navigation, shortcuts and upper tray which helps to switch from different settings without entering into the menu
Processor Ram and Graphics
The Processor in this tablet is Cortex A8, which is clocked at 1.2 GHz CPU and runs lighting fast speed. For our daily works we need minimum 1GHz processor to make our tasks very fast without any problems. Well it also got 512MB Ram which helps you in case of multitasking applications and you can easily switch to different applications which are running on background side. By double tapping the home button in Android 4.0 ICS, you will get list of process which are going to serve yours task very fast. If you want to kill some process which you don’t like then do like this, tap on application move to right or left of the screen. Finally your ram will be cleared and tablet runs with maximum potential and it also extends the battery life of the tablet. Do this procedure if you feel tablet runs quite slow while handling the apps.
Here comes another important feature which is more needed thing in the today’s tablet, i.e Graphics. The tablet was equipped with Dual Mali- 400MP – 2D/2D Graphics Processor which provides you outstanding multimedia features like playing high end games like Asphalt 6, Shadow Gun, Assassin’s Creed etc, watching HD videos with different formant like mkv, avi, flv and mp4 and listening music with graphics equalizer.
Camera
The VGA quality 0.3 front face camera allows you to click pictures, Skype video chat and record videos of the decent quality. The high hardware based features make it compatible to run the 1080p HD videos smoothly. Sadly this tablet doesn’t have back side camera to take pictures. I know it will make you sad but at this budget it was the one affordable tablet which has a lot of features when compared to other tabs.
Memory
You get 4GB internal storage with the device, which can be further expanded to 32 GB via SD Card Slot. So you can carry a huge amount of data with you.
Connectivity
Here you can look different connectivity options in this Micromax Funbook tablet which makes you enjoy more and more. Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 2.0, USB 2.0, 3.5mm jack, HDMI port to connect your tablet with Larger LCD and Plasma TV’s experience more visual experience. More over it also supports 3G via external USB Dongle. Hence you connect internet with TATA photon + Data Card for downloading unlimited apps, games from Google Play, watch nonstop videos from youtube and also watch favorite TV shows on LIVE TV feature. With the help of Adobe Flash Player, users can play all Flash games on the web and also play facebook games like CityVille, FarmVille and Mafia wars.
Battery
The 2800 mAh battery allows you to use it for continuous 5 hours with battery life. The main reason for getting excellent battery backup on this Micromax Funbook tablet is Android 4.0 ICS. The OS was well developed and maintain to utilize low usage of both processor and ram while you are in idle mode. Now you can browse the Internet more time without charging the tablet.
Preloaded Apps
Preloaded apps are the part of this tablet, which expand its limiting area by providing the apps related to all the categories like Fun, Games, and Education etc. Rather this you can get other apps like Google Maps, Google play i.e. Android Market, Adobe PDF and Read/Edit the documents.
Price and Availability in India
Well Mircomax Company has done quite good job in price factor for releasing this tablet in low price tag. Now Mircomax Funbook android tablet will be available from April 2012 with different colors like Midnight Black & Slate Grey and price in India Rs 6,499. If you want to buy this tablet at cheap price check on both online and offline leading market stores on your surrounding areas.
This gadget FunBook, the new Android based tablet from the brand Micromax is totally value for money gadget. I am going to try my hands on this great launch from the Micromax and What about You?? Do You Like This Product?? Share your views in the comment section below.
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can we use any other usb dongle say a micromax 3g usb stick for accessing the internet via micro usb /macro usb converter, doe sit have macroUSB slot. how about connecting my laptop via usb.lcd via HDMI is that possible and does it support call functions, i am already using a tata photon plus, can it be used instead of the budnled tata photon with the pack, however i have already suffered with it and would like to use any other service provider other than tata photon in 3g/2g.once conencted with a dongle (sim card) can it be sued to make calls as well. kindly let me know ASAP, so that i can go ahead and purchase this.regards,
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It does not have bluetooth functionality.
ReplyDeleteSorry it was my mistake. It doesn't support bluetooth feature.
ReplyDeleteHello Ritwik Here is answers for your questions. The tablet supports only mini usb. So in order to connect normal USB 2.0 devices to your device you will need a one usb converter and it will comes through box. By using this converter you connect your tablet with Laptop via USB port. Well you need to buy HDMI wire for connecting the LCD. You can't make calls because it doesn't have Sim Card slot facility.
ReplyDeleteIs there any way of making calls through this device..??
ReplyDeleteMay be using 3g dongle???
can we play HD games on micromax funbook and is gaming really gud
ReplyDeleteHello Anonymous we can't do calls although you are using 3G dongle.
ReplyDeleteHello Manan, you can play all kind HD games because the tablet is equipped with Powerful Dual Mali-400P Graphics. :)
ReplyDeleteWow great! Is this a new tablet made from India? I think the specs can also compete with Samsung or iPad. Thanks
ReplyDeleteYes, this is looking the device which is such advanced and pretty affordable too. The work from Micromax is appreciable.
ReplyDeletecan i use a usb bluetooth devise to transfer files ?
ReplyDeletehey i wanted to play trainz game on it but it didnt worked
ReplyDeleteHello sir...
ReplyDeleteI want to know that is micromax funbook going to recieve ICS 4.0.4 update...??
are u all sure it dosent have bluetooth?
ReplyDeleteHello @nitest, Micromax was thinking to release 4.0.4 update for funbook in order to fix some bugs in the tablet. According to the sources the update will be available after 2 months.
ReplyDeleteMoreover the tablet have doesn't have bluetooth functionality.
My Funbook does not supports Asphault 5 and NFS Games! :(
ReplyDeletedoes it support any usb dongle even for 2g ??
ReplyDeletedoes it support Google Play????
ReplyDeleteyup, it supports google play...
ReplyDeleteNo it has not bluetooth.very worst sound quality.no picasa to see photo.video quality good.good style.now ur choice.
ReplyDeleteIt lacks some major features for a phone like bluetooth. The manufacturer should do something about this if it wants to grow in this lucrative business.
ReplyDeletebetter go for Samsung galaxy tab 2310 at approx 20000 Rs with android 4 and all the hardware features
ReplyDeletecan i upgrade my android 4.0 to android 4.0.4 on funbook...if so how??
ReplyDeletetill now there is no news of upgrading funbook from android 4.0 to 4.0.4. You must wait for official announcement from Micromax Company.
ReplyDeletehi,does this tab has the phone features too!I mean that can it make phone calls also.
ReplyDeleteNo It Doesnt Have A Phone Feature,,, U Can Connect A Bluetooth Dongle Which Is Available At Most Stores For Just 150-200 Rs.... For Those Comparing It Samsung Galaxy Tab.... This Is A Budget Tablet And Stil Outperforms Good Samsung Tabs.. Runs High End Games Without Lagging Plays 2160 pixel Videos Known As Super HD... And As For The ICS 4.04 Update... It Comes With 4.03 Update Now And Will Come With 4.04 Soon.... And No Worries Abput The Quality... Its Awsum...
ReplyDeletei want calling facility tablet , This tab comes at what price ??
ReplyDeleteI have been using this device from past 6 days.. It's battery backup is very poor, gives approx 3 hrs only for web browsing.. Also the touchscreen is not quite responsive and processor lags a bit.. People wanting to buy it should wait for google nexus 7 to launch in India.. It's available for $200 in america..
ReplyDeleteIS micromax funbook good or bsnl penta 703c good ??
ReplyDeletei recommend you to buy Micromax Funbook tablet rather than Bsnl Penta 703c.
ReplyDeleteAfter comparing other micromax funbook models in this price range it seems to be better one. One who likes to buy a micromax funbook in this range and specification, I suggest you to go for IS micromax for your great satisfaction. It is smart and cute
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