itel S23+ launched in India at Rs.13,999; New Update Introduces Dynamic Bar and Camera Enhancements
itel introduced the S23+ smartphone in September featuring a 3D Curved AMOLED screen. Recently, a new OTA Update has been deployed for Indian users, enhancing their experience with the device. The highlight of the update is the addition of the Dynamic Bar, which streamlines the user interface of the itel S23+.
This feature provides quick and easy access to essential functionalities such as face unlock, background call, charging animation, charge completion reminder, and low battery reminder. According to the company, this implementation results in a smoother and more efficient user experience.
Additionally, the update introduces an AR measure feature and includes camera optimizations aimed at enhancing the smartphone's camera performance, leading to improved photo and video quality. Expanding its functionality, the update incorporates support for cell broadcast, aligning the itel S23+ with the specific requirements and regulations of the Indian market. The inclusion of cell broadcasts is particularly significant for disseminating emergency alerts and information to the public, contributing to the safety and convenience of Indian users.
The Itel S23+ comes equipped with a 6.78-inch FHD+ 3D Curved AMOLED display that incorporates an in-display fingerprint scanner. The device features a 32MP selfie camera housed within a punch hole. Under the hood, it is powered by the Unisoc T616 4G SoC, coupled with 8GB of RAM (with an extra 8GB of virtual RAM), offering ample performance. Storage-wise, the device boasts 256GB of internal storage. Running on the Android 13-based itelOS 13, it also includes the Aivana GPT AI-based voice assistant for added functionality.
Itel S23+ Specifications -
| Display | 6.78-inch (2400 x 1080 pixels) FHD+ 3D curved AMOLED display, 60Hz refresh rate, 240Hz touch sampling rate, 500 nits peak brightness, 99% DCI-P3 color gamut, Gorilla Glass 5 protection |
| Processor | 2GHz UNISOC T616 Octa-Core 12nm processor with Mali-G57 GPU |
| RAM/Storage | 8GB LPDDR4X RAM, 128GB UFS 2.2 storage, expandable memory up to 256GB with microSD |
| OS/UI | Android 13 |
| SIM | Dual SIM (nano + nano + microSD) |
| Rear Cameras | 50MP rear camera with f/1.6 aperture, LED Flash, secondary AI camera |
| Front Camera | 8MP front-facing camera |
| Features | Side-mounted fingerprint scanner, 3.5mm audio jack |
| Dimensions | 7.9mm thin |
| Weight | 179g |
| Connectivity | Dual 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11 ac (2.4GHz + 5GHz), Bluetooth 5.1, GPS, USB Type-C, NFC |
| Battery/Charger | 5000mAh battery with 18W fast charging support charging |
Pricing and Availability -
The Itel S23+ comes in Elemental Blue and Lake Cyan colors, and the price is Rs. 13,999 for 8GB RAM with 128GB storage, Available now on Amazon India.