Micromax is an Indian electronics company and the 10th largest mobile phone manufacturer globally. Founded in 2000 as a software company, Micromax entered the mobile phone business in 2008 and became the largest Indian mobile phone brand by 2010. Micromax produces mobile phones, tablets, computers and other electronics. It has global operations and manufacturing units in India. Though initially focused on rural feature phones, Micromax is now India's second largest smartphone brand behind Samsung. Keys to Micromax's success have been frequent new product launches, innovative features, low prices, effective promotion and being an Indian manufacturer.