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boltt Enters Smartphone Market, Launches Ace 5G and Evo for Indian Consumers
The Ace 5G and Evo feature a large 6.79-inch display with a 120Hz refresh rate, offering smooth scrolling, responsive interactions and an immersive viewing experience across entertainment, browsing and content consumption. boltt announced the launch of its first smartphones, the Ace 5G and Evo, marking its entry into the smartphone segment. Designed for modern Indian consumers, the smartphones bring together capable performance, AI-powered experiences, immersive displays and long-lasting battery life, with a focus on the features that matter most in daily life. The Ace 5G and Evo feature a large 6.79-inch display with a 120Hz refresh rate, offering smooth scrolling, responsive interactions and an immersive viewing experience across entertainment, browsing and content consumption. With up to 600 nits' brightness, the displays are built to deliver clear and comfortable viewing across different conditions. Google Gemini-powered AI experiences are integrated across both devices, with features including Circle to Search and Google Lens that allow users to search on-screen content, identify objects, translate text and discover information without interrupting what they are doing. AI Night Mode further enhances low-light photography through intelligent image processing. Running on Android 16, the smartphones offer a clean, no-bloatware experience, bringing Google's AI ecosystem together with a streamlined interface. An 8MP AI selfie camera with Real Tone is designed to deliver natural-looking selfies across diverse skin tones, complemented by AI-powered imaging capabilities. A 6000mAh battery powers both devices, supporting extended usage across streaming, gaming, social media, music and navigation. At 7.95mm slim, the smartphones combine a contemporary profile with everyday comfort and usability. Commenting on the smartphone debut, Arnav Kishore, Founder & CEO, boltt said "We are taking a consumer first approach to smartphones, with a clear focus on making technology more relevant, accessible and meaningful to everyday consumers. Our entry into the category is rooted in a simple belief: consumers should have access to the experiences they value without having to compromise on what matters to them. Ace 5G and Evo mark the beginning of our smartphone journey, and we look forward to bringing this approach to a much wider set of consumers across India." boltt Ace 5G: The boltt Ace 5G is powered by the UNISOC T8200 octa-core processor, delivering a 5,47,000+ AnTuTu score and paired with 4GB RAM and 64GB storage. The combination is designed to support smooth everyday performance, whether users are switching between apps, browsing, streaming or managing their content. For photography, the Ace 5G features a 64MP AI main camera and an 8MP front camera with Real Tone. Its AI-powered imaging capabilities include AI Portrait Mode and AI Night Mode, helping users capture detailed images across different lighting conditions. The device also supports 18W fast charging through a Type-C port, with an 18W charger included in the box. It additionally features NFC for seamless payments and pairing, along with expandable storage, giving users greater flexibility to manage their apps, media and files. The Ace 5G will be available in three variants: 4GB + 64GB at INR 13,999, 6GB + 128GB at INR 14,999, and 8GB + 128GB at INR 15,999. As part of the Day 1 offer, the variants will be available at INR 12,999, INR 13,999 and INR 14,999, respectively. boltt Evo: The boltt Evo is powered by the UNISOC T7250 octa-core processor, with up to 4GB RAM and 64GB storage, offering a capable foundation for everyday multitasking, entertainment and connectivity. For photography, the Evo features a 50MP AI main camera, a 2MP macro lens and an 8MP front camera with Real Tone. The camera setup is supported by AI Portrait Mode, AI Night Mode and AI Selfie Enhancement, bringing additional flexibility to everyday photography and selfies. The boltt Evo will be available in two variants: 4GB + 64GB at INR 10,999 and 6GB + 128GB at INR 11,999. As part of the Day 1 offer, the variants will be available at INR 9,999 and INR 10,999, respectively. Both smartphones will be available for purchase exclusively on Flipkart from 1st September 2026 at 12:00 PM. With Ace 5G and Evo, boltt brings its consumer-first approach to the smartphone category, combining relevant technology, distinctive design and accessible experiences for India's evolving smartphone users.
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boltt Ace 5G and Evo with 6.79'' 120Hz display, 6000mAh battery launched
Homegrown brand boltt, from the parent company Fire-Boltt, has officially entered the smartphone category with the introduction of its first two handsets: the boltt Ace 5G and the boltt Evo. Tailored for the Indian market, both devices run on a clean, bloatware-free build of Android 16 and incorporate Google Gemini AI features alongside large displays and high-capacity batteries. Shared Specifications and Software Both smartphones share several hardware and software foundations designed around multimedia consumption and battery longevity: * Display: 6.79-inch display featuring a 120Hz refresh rate and up to 600 nits of peak brightness. * Battery & Design: 6,000mAh battery housed in a chassis measuring 7.95mm in thickness. * Operating System: Android 16 with a clean, stock interface. * AI Integration: Native support for Google Gemini experiences, including Circle to Search, Google Lens, and AI Night Mode for image processing. * Front Camera: 8MP sensor equipped with Real Tone processing to represent diverse skin tones accurately. boltt Ace 5G Positioned higher in the lineup, the Ace 5G emphasizes performance, upgraded camera hardware, and connectivity. * Processor: UNISOC T8200 octa-core chipset (delivering an AnTuTu benchmark score exceeding 547,000). * Rear Camera: 64MP primary AI camera supporting AI Portrait Mode and AI Night Mode. * Charging & Connectivity: 18W fast charging via USB Type-C (18W adapter included in the box), NFC support for contactless payments, and expandable storage. * Colors: Arctic White, Burgundy Bliss, Forest Green, Lavender Bloom, Midnight Black, Sky Blue boltt Evo The boltt Evo serves as the brand's accessible entry-tier offering, focusing on daily performance and essential camera capabilities. * Processor: UNISOC T7250 octa-core processor. * Rear Camera: Dual-camera setup featuring a 50MP AI primary sensor paired with a 2MP macro lens. * Camera Features: AI Portrait Mode, AI Night Mode, and AI Selfie Enhancement. * Colors: Arctic White, Berry Red, Lavender Bloom, Midnight Black, Sky Blue boltt Ace 5G and boltt Evo specifications Pricing and Availability Both the boltt Ace 5G and boltt Evo will be available exclusively on Flipkart, with sales commencing on September 1, 2026, at 12:00 PM IST. Commenting on the smartphone debut, Arnav Kishore, Founder & CEO, boltt said: We are taking a consumer first approach to smartphones, with a clear focus on making technology more relevant, accessible and meaningful to everyday consumers. Our entry into the category is rooted in a simple belief: consumers should have access to the experiences they value without having to compromise on what matters to them. Ace 5G and Evo mark the beginning of our smartphone journey, and we look forward to bringing this approach to a much wider set of consumers across India.
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boltt, from parent company Fire-Boltt, debuts its first smartphones—Ace 5G and Evo—for Indian consumers. Both devices feature a 6.79-inch 120Hz display, 6000mAh battery, Google Gemini-powered AI experiences including Circle to Search, and Android 16. The Ace 5G starts at INR 12,999 while Evo begins at INR 9,999 during Day 1 offers on Flipkart.
boltt smartphones have officially arrived in India's competitive consumer electronics landscape. The brand, backed by parent company Fire-Boltt, launched two devices—the Ace 5G and Evo—marking its entry into the smartphone segment with a focus on accessible AI experiences and practical features for everyday users
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. Both smartphones will be available exclusively on Flipkart starting September 1, 2026, at 12:00 PM IST.Arnav Kishore, Founder & CEO of boltt, outlined the company's strategy: "We are taking a consumer first approach to smartphones, with a clear focus on making technology more relevant, accessible and meaningful to everyday consumers. Our entry into the category is rooted in a simple belief: consumers should have access to the experiences they value without having to compromise on what matters to them"
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. This positioning suggests boltt aims to capture price-conscious segments seeking feature-rich devices without premium price tags.The Ace 5G and Evo share several core specifications designed around multimedia consumption and extended usage. Both feature a 6.79-inch 120Hz display with up to 600 nits brightness, delivering smooth scrolling and responsive interactions across entertainment, browsing, and content consumption
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. The 120Hz refresh rate positions these devices competitively against mid-range offerings from established brands.A 6000mAh battery powers both smartphones, supporting extended usage across streaming, gaming, social media, music, and navigation without frequent charging interruptions
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. At 7.95mm slim, the devices combine contemporary design with everyday comfort and usability1
. This thickness is notable given the large battery capacity, suggesting efficient internal component arrangement.Both boltt smartphones run Android 16 with a clean, no-bloatware experience, bringing Google's AI ecosystem together with a streamlined interface
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. Google Gemini-powered AI experiences are integrated throughout, with features including Circle to Search and Google Lens that allow users to search on-screen content, identify objects, translate text, and discover information without interrupting their current activity2
.AI Night Mode enhances low-light photography through intelligent image processing, while an 8MP AI selfie camera with Real Tone technology delivers natural-looking selfies across diverse skin tones
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. The Real Tone feature addresses a persistent challenge in smartphone photography—accurate skin tone representation across different ethnicities—making it particularly relevant for the Indian market's diverse consumer base.Related Stories
The boltt Ace 5G is powered by the UNISOC T8200 octa-core processor, delivering a 547,000+ AnTuTu score and paired with configurations ranging from 4GB RAM with 64GB storage up to 8GB RAM with 128GB storage
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. This processor choice positions the device for smooth everyday performance across app switching, browsing, streaming, and content management.For photography, the Ace 5G features a 64MP AI camera with AI Portrait Mode and AI Night Mode capabilities, helping users capture detailed images across different lighting conditions
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. The device supports 18W fast charging through a Type-C port, with an 18W charger included in the box1
. NFC support enables contactless payments and device pairing, while expandable storage provides flexibility for managing apps, media, and files.The Ace 5G will be available in six color options: Arctic White, Burgundy Bliss, Forest Green, Lavender Bloom, Midnight Black, and Sky Blue
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. Pricing starts at INR 13,999 for the 4GB + 64GB variant, INR 14,999 for 6GB + 128GB, and INR 15,999 for 8GB + 128GB. Day 1 offers reduce these to INR 12,999, INR 13,999, and INR 14,999 respectively1
.The boltt Evo is powered by the UNISOC T7250 octa-core processor with up to 4GB RAM and 64GB storage, offering a capable foundation for everyday multitasking, entertainment, and connectivity
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. While positioned as the more accessible option, the Evo maintains AI-enhanced imaging capabilities that differentiate it from basic entry-level competitors.The camera setup includes a 50MP AI main camera, a 2MP macro lens, and an 8MP front camera with Real Tone
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. AI Portrait Mode, AI Night Mode, and AI Selfie Enhancement bring additional flexibility to everyday photography and selfies1
. The inclusion of a dedicated macro lens suggests boltt is targeting users interested in close-up photography for social media content creation.The Evo comes in five color variants: Arctic White, Berry Red, Lavender Bloom, Midnight Black, and Sky Blue
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. The device will be available in two configurations: 4GB + 64GB at INR 10,999 and 6GB + 128GB at INR 11,999. Day 1 offers bring these down to INR 9,999 and INR 10,999 respectively1
.boltt's smartphone debut signals growing competition in India's budget and mid-range segments, where established players face pressure from new entrants leveraging AI features and aggressive pricing. The brand's exclusive partnership with Flipkart provides immediate distribution reach, while the Day 1 pricing strategy aims to drive early adoption. Watch for how boltt's parent company Fire-Boltt leverages its existing wearables customer base to cross-sell smartphones, and whether the brand can sustain software updates and after-sales support—critical factors that often determine long-term success for new smartphone entrants in India's demanding market.
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