iQoo is preparing to launch a new smartphone in the Indian market. The company officially confirmed the upcoming arrival of the iQoo 15R. iQoo India CEO Nipun Marya shared the announcement on social media platform X.
Official Teaser and Availability
Nipun Marya posted an image of the iQoo 15R with the caption "Power that fits just right, #ComingSoon! #iQOO15R." The company revealed that the smartphone will be available for purchase online through Amazon.in. This makes Amazon the exclusive online partner for the device's launch in India.
Design and Camera Features
The teaser image shows a compact smartphone with a textured rear panel. The iQoo 15R features a square-shaped camera module on the back. This module houses a dual rear camera setup. The design appears similar to the recently launched iQoo Z11 Turbo in China.
Confirmed Specifications
iQoo confirmed that the 15R will run on the company's own OriginOS. This marks a significant software shift for iQoo devices in India. The company has not yet revealed full hardware specifications.
Rumored Specifications
Multiple online reports suggest impressive specifications for the iQoo 15R. The smartphone may feature a 6.59-inch 1.5K AMOLED display with a 144Hz refresh rate. Rumors indicate it could be powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chipset.
The camera setup might include a 200MP main sensor on the rear. For selfies, the device could sport a 32MP front camera. Additional rumored features include an in-display 3D ultrasonic fingerprint sensor.
The iQoo 15R is also rumored to carry IP68 and IP69 ratings for dust and water resistance. Battery capacity could reach 7,600 mAh with support for 100W fast charging technology.
Market Context
iQoo continues to expand its smartphone portfolio in the competitive Indian market. The company has established itself as a performance-focused brand. The 15R launch represents another attempt to capture market share in the premium segment.
Indian consumers can expect more details about pricing and exact launch date in coming weeks. The Amazon exclusive partnership suggests aggressive online marketing strategies for this device.
