Lenskart launches app that requires no internet

New Delhi: Leading eyewear company Lenskart has unveiled a unique `Lenskart Lite` app for Android users which requires no internet connection to shop from its website. It is a first of its kind development in the category.

In the absence of internet, the app uses proprietary protocol on top of SMS to communicate with the internal system and, thereby, process the user`s request. 

"With the changing online business models and evolving consumer behaviour with regard to online shopping, Lenskart announces the biggest eyeglasses saleLenskart aims to provide a hassle-free experience to shoppers through this initiative," said Peyush Bansal, CEO Lenskart, in a statement on Monday.

When the internet connection is available, the app switches back to internet. 

The app requires internet only at the point of download and is a little over 1 MB in size.

With IANS Inputs