Smartisan launches its T2 smartphone in Beijing on December 29, 2015. [Photo: pcpop.com]

Chinese start-up smartphone maker Smartisan has released its higher-end handset, the T2 smartphone, in Beijing.

The T2 features a 4.95 inches screen, and the on-off switch has been replaced with a touch button.

Tuesday's launch also unveiled a remote control application to help those in need of technical support and tutoring from family members or acquaintances.

The Android smartphone is on sale now in stores and online though e-commerce platforms like JD.com and Tmall.

The 16GB version of the T2 is priced at 2,499 yuan, or some 400 US dollars, and the 36GB is sold at 2,599 yuan.