Technology · India Bureau
Oppo, Xiaomi raise smartphone and tablet prices by up to Rs 5,000
Chinese smartphone manufacturers Oppo and Xiaomi have joined the list of brands implementing price increases across their device portfolios in India. The hikes, affecting both flagship and mid-range models, come as companies grapple with rising input costs.
LSN India ·
Oppo and Xiaomi have announced price increases on several of their smartphones and tablets available in the Indian market, with some devices seeing their costs rise by as much as Rs 5,000. The price adjustments are understood to affect multiple product categories, spanning both premium flagship offerings and more affordable mid-range devices.
The move marks the latest in a series of price hikes by smartphone manufacturers operating in India this year. Companies have cited various factors including fluctuating raw material costs, supply chain pressures, and currency fluctuations as reasons for the adjustments to their pricing strategies.
Oppo and Xiaomi join several other major smartphone brands that have previously increased their prices in the Indian market. The competitive landscape in India's smartphone sector has become increasingly challenging, with manufacturers balancing consumer demand against rising operational costs.
Consumers seeking to purchase devices from either manufacturer may find the timing significant, as the price increases take effect at a time when the industry is preparing for upcoming product launches and the festive season shopping period. Industry observers suggest that such adjustments may influence consumer purchasing decisions in the coming months.