Gionee launches 5.5 mm thin phone, all day battery, acts as kitchen knife replacement.

Gionee has been making strides in the smartphone world with its premium design and high-end features at a low price point. The company has just announced the Gionee Elife S5.5 which is just 5.5 mm thin making it the world's thinnest smartphone edging out the Vivo X3 which currently holds the crown at 5.75 mm. If you are worried about battery life, don't be, as Gionee has packed a 2300 mAh battery which is supposed to last an entire day of usage.

Gionee Elife S5.5 Specifications

• Display: 5-inch
• Processor: 1.7 GHz quad-core
• OS: Android 4.2 Jelly Bean (Amigo OS)
• Memory: 2 GB RAM
• Camera: 13 MP primary, 5 MP front-facing
• Connectivity: 3G/LTE, WiFi, Bluetooth, GPS
• Battery: 2300 mAh

Gionee has launched the 3G variant in china priced at about $370 (about Rs. 23,000) and is expected to launch a LTE variant soon. The phone will be available in 40 counties according to the company.