Celebrating 5 Years of iQOO – Unleashing Power in Year 3 (Part 3: 2022 in India)

Peace Be Upon You Questers!

Welcome to Part 3 of our 5th Anniversary journey! 2022 – iQOO's third year in India – was a blockbuster. A new CEO, six killer devices, the birth of our iQOO Community, and an esports explosion with BGIS made it epic. Let's unpack how iQOO kept the "i Quest On and On" charging in Year 3!

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Nipun Marya Takes Charge as CEO

Early 2022, Nipun Marya stepped in as iQOO India's CEO. His vision? Make iQOO a standalone powerhouse, distinct from Vivo. With his leadership, 2022 became the year iQOO carved its own path in India – and it started with a bang!

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iQOO Connect: The Community is Born

In April 2022, iQOO launched iQOO Connect – our official community forum!

  • Kickoff: Registrations opened April 27, with beta testing from 31 May and a full launch by December.
  • Purpose: A space for Questers to share feedback, connect with the brand, and dive into tech and gaming.
  • Impact: Over 5,000 signed-up users by year-end, with few moderators shaping the vibe!

This was iQOO putting us at the core – a game-changer for our community spirit!

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Device #1: iQOO 9 Pro (Feb 23, 2022)

The iQOO 9 Pro kicked things off:

  • Snapdragon 8 Gen 1: Top-tier power.
  • 6.78-inch 120Hz AMOLED: Stunning visuals.
  • 120W FlashCharge: Full charge in 30 minutes!
  • 50MP Triple Cameras: BMW M Motorsport swagger.

A flagship that screamed iQOO's ambition!

Product Link : iQOO 9 Pro


Device #2: iQOO 9 (Feb 23, 2022)

Also on Feb 23, the iQOO 9 delivered:

  • Snapdragon 888+: Speed that slays.
  • 6.56-inch 120Hz AMOLED: Smooth and bold.
  • 48MP Triple Cameras: Sharp and stylish.

Power and value in one sleek package!

Product Link : iQOO 9

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Device #3: iQOO 9 SE (Feb 23, 2022)

The iQOO 9 SE joined the Feb 23 party:

  • Snapdragon 888: Flagship punch.
  • 6.62-inch 120Hz AMOLED: Fluid and fast.
  • 48MP Cameras: Quality on a budget.

iQOO made high-end tech reachable!

Product Link : iQOO 9 SE


Device #4: iQOO Z6 5G (Mar 16, 2022)

March dropped the iQOO Z6 5G:

  • Snapdragon 695: 5G-ready speed.
  • 6.58-inch 120Hz FHD+: Smooth for all.
  • 50MP Camera: Crisp shots, low cost.
  • Price: ₹13,999 – budget 5G brilliance!

A mid-range win for every Quester!

Product Link : iQOO Z6

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Device #5: iQOO 9T 5G (Aug 2, 2022)

Mid-year, the iQOO 9T 5G flexed:

  • Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1: Next-gen muscle.
  • 6.78-inch 120Hz E5 AMOLED: Eye-popping display.
  • 50MP Camera + V1+ Chip: Vivo's photo magic.

This kept iQOO's fire burning bright!

Product Link : iQOO 9T


Device #6: iQOO Neo 6 (May 31, 2022)

May brought the iQOO Neo 6 to the scene:

  • Snapdragon 870: Mid-premium powerhouse.
  • 6.62-inch 120Hz E4 AMOLED: Vibrant and fast.
  • 64MP Triple Cameras: Stunning photography.
  • 80W FlashCharge: Speedy juice-up!

The Neo 6 bridged flagship and mid-range like a champ!


Product Link: iQOO Neo 6

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Device #7: iQOO Z6 Lite 5G (Sep 14, 2022)

The iQOO Z6 Lite 5G wrapped 2022:

  • Snapdragon 4 Gen 1: World’s first!
  • 6.58-inch 120Hz Display: Budget smoothness.
  • 50MP Camera: Solid for the price.

Affordable tech that packed a punch!

Product Link : iQOO Z6 Lite


Launches and their Live Stream Link on YouTube, check them out!!!

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BGIS 2022: Esports Explosion

2022 saw iQOO dominate esports with Battlegrounds Mobile India Series (BGIS):

  • Title Sponsor: Launched in April with a ₹1 crore prize pool (part of Krafton's ₹6 crore 2022 BGMI total).
  • Big Moves: LAN finals and nationwide hype.
  • Quester Hype: Exclusive events brought us into the game!

BGIS 2022 made iQOO the gaming brand in India!

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Challenges & Triumphs

Chip shortages and a slow 5G rollout couldn't stop iQOO. Six 5G-ready devices kept us ahead of the curve – Year 3 was a total victory lap!

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Year 3 Wrap-Up

2022 was iQOO's breakout: Nipun Marya's leadership, the iQOO Connect launch, six stellar phones, and BGIS glory. They owned tech and gaming like champs. What's your 2022 iQOO highlight? Joined iQOO Connect or snagged a 9T? Drop it below!


Part 4 (2023) is next – stay pumped!


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See You Again!

Happy Questing!

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5 Years of iQOO