New Delhi, May 18th 2026: Lava International Limited, India’s leading homegrown smartphone brand, is gearing up to expand its Shark portfolio with Shark 2 5G, built to deliver an elevated smartphone experience for value-seeking consumers in the budget 5G segment.
The upcoming Shark smartphone has been designed with a clear focus on delivering practical features that matter in day-to-day use. It will be equipped with a big battery and a large 17.13cm (6.75”) 120Hz display, offering a smoother viewing and scrolling experience, making entertainment and everyday usage more immersive. The smartphone is also built to comfortably power users through an entire day of streaming, social media, gaming and work on a single charge. At a 120Hz refresh rate, the device offers up to 815 minutes (13 hours 35 minutes) of YouTube playback and up to 743 minutes (12 hours 23 minutes) of screen-on time, ensuring reliable all-day performance for users.
In terms of durability and performance, the smartphone will come with IP64-rated dust and water resistance and is powered by a chipset with an AnTuTu v11 of over 500,000.
The Shark’s next-up variant is positioned to strengthen Lava’s presence in the sub-₹15,000 segment by offering a competitive alternative for users looking to transition from feature phones or 4G phones to 5G smartphones. With a modern design and thoughtfully selected specifications, Shark 2 5G aims to set a new standard in its price category.
Built for consumers who want more from their smartphone without paying a premium for it, this upcoming smartphone will offer a 5G connectivity with modern design and thoughtfully selected specifications, setting a new standard in its price category.
More details about Lava’s upcoming Shark, including complete specifications, design, and price, will be shared at the official launch, scheduled for the end of May, 2026.
About Lava International Limited
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Lava International Limited, headquartered in Noida, Uttar Pradesh, is a pioneering mobile handset and solutions company in India, founded in 2009 with the vision to empower individuals. The company’s corporate office and manufacturing facility, equipped with a production capacity of 42.52 million handsets per annum, are strategically located in Noida. Lava’s commitment to innovation is reflected in its two state-of-the-art research and development centers in Noida, housing dedicated teams in software and hardware design. The company’s extensive nationwide presence is facilitated by a robust retail network of 1.65 Lakh retailers, directly served by over 1000 distributors, and supported by a vast after-sales service network of 800+ professionally managed service centers. The brand has a global presence in 20+ countries.
