Itel Teases Launch of Icon 2 Smartwatch in India: Functional Crown and Key Features Revealed

Itel is gearing up for the imminent launch of its latest smartwatch offering, the Itel Icon 2, in the Indian market. Building anticipation through a series of teasers in recent days, the company has provided glimpses of the smartwatch’s design, confirming the inclusion of a functional crown—a feature poised to enhance user navigation and interaction.

With expectations running high, a recent report has shed light on some key features expected to adorn the eagerly awaited wearable, positioning it as a successor to the previously unveiled Itel Icon smartwatch, which made its debut in August 2023. As Itel prepares to unveil the Icon 2, anticipation mounts over the anticipated enhancements and upgrades set to distinguish it from its predecessor.

According to a report by 91Mobiles, the Itel Icon 2 is poised to offer a display boasting 550 nits of brightness—an attribute designed to optimize visibility, particularly under bright sunlight conditions. This upgrade is anticipated to significantly enhance the user experience, ensuring clear and legible display content even in outdoor environments. Bolstered by several premium features, the Icon 2 is primed to deliver a compelling blend of functionality and style, catering to the diverse needs and preferences of modern consumers.

Through a series of teasers shared on Instagram, Itel has offered tantalizing glimpses of the Itel Icon 2’s design and features, heightening excitement among prospective users.

Notably, one of the teasers confirmed the presence of the functional crown—a distinctive feature poised to offer seamless navigation across various apps and functionalities on the smartwatch. As depicted in the teaser images, the Itel Icon 2 sports a sleek rectangular body with a glossy finish, exuding a sense of sophistication and elegance. Positioned along the right edge, the functional crown adds a touch of functionality and convenience to the overall design, underscoring Itel’s commitment to delivering intuitive and user-centric wearable technology.

Notably, the Itel Icon smartwatch was launched in India as a budget offering and is currently available in the country at Rs. 2,095. The report suggested that the succeeding Itel Icon 2 may also be priced around a similar range, making it an affordable choice for smartwatches.

The Itel Icon comes with a 1.38-inch IPS display with a resolution of 240 x 240 pixels and 550 nits of brightness. It supports more than 100 watch faces and has over 100 pre-installed sports modes. The watch allows Bluetooth calling thanks to Bluetooth 5.3 connectivity. It is equipped with heart rate, blood oxygen level, and sleep trackers. The watch also arrives with an IP68 rating for dust and splash resistance and is backed by a 250mAh battery.