India Smartphone Market Grows 1% in Volume but 8% in Value in 2025 as Premium Devices Lead: Counterpoint

  India’s smartphone market delivered modest volume growth but strong value expansion in 2025, reflecting a clear shift in consumer preference toward higher-priced devices, according to Counterpoint Research’s Monthly India Smartphone Tracker. While overall shipments grew just 1% year-on-year (YoY), market value surged Continue reading India Smartphone Market Grows 1% in Volume but 8% in Value in 2025 as Premium Devices Lead: Counterpoint

Union Budget 2026 Announces Semiconductor Mission 2.0, Cloud Tax Holidays Till 2047, and a Major Push for AI & Electronics Manufacturing

  The Union Budget 2026–27 marks a decisive shift in India’s economic and technology strategy, positioning the country for long-term leadership in semiconductors, cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and advanced manufacturing. Presented at a time when global supply chains are being restructured and digital Continue reading Union Budget 2026 Announces Semiconductor Mission 2.0, Cloud Tax Holidays Till 2047, and a Major Push for AI & Electronics Manufacturing

Apple Reaches 2.5 Billion Active Devices Globally, With India Driving the Next Wave of Growth

  Apple has achieved a historic milestone by crossing 2.5 billion active devices globally, reinforcing the company’s unmatched ecosystem strength and long-term hardware demand. The announcement came during Apple’s fiscal Q1 2026 earnings call, where CEO Tim Cook highlighted the scale of Apple’s Continue reading Apple Reaches 2.5 Billion Active Devices Globally, With India Driving the Next Wave of Growth

REDMI Note 15 Pro Series Launched in India: 200MP Camera, Extreme Durability, and Big Batteries

  Xiaomi has officially launched the REDMI Note 15 Pro 5G and REDMI Note 15 Pro+ 5G in India, expanding its popular Note series with a strong focus on durability, camera innovation, AI integration, and long-term battery performance. As promised earlier, the company Continue reading REDMI Note 15 Pro Series Launched in India: 200MP Camera, Extreme Durability, and Big Batteries

Realme P4 Power 5G Launches in India With Massive 10,001mAh Battery, 144Hz Curved Display and 50MP Camera

  Realme has expanded its P-series smartphone lineup in India with the launch of the Realme P4 Power 5G, a feature-packed device that focuses on battery endurance, high-refresh-rate display technology, and next-generation performance. The new smartphone brings one of the largest batteries ever Continue reading Realme P4 Power 5G Launches in India With Massive 10,001mAh Battery, 144Hz Curved Display and 50MP Camera

Global Smartphone SoC Market Faces 7% Shipment Decline in 2026, Revenue Growth to Continue: Report

  The global smartphone System-on-Chip (SoC) market is entering a transitional phase in 2026. According to Counterpoint Research’s Global Smartphone SoC Model Shipments and Revenue Tracker, Q4 2025 (Preliminary View), worldwide smartphone SoC shipments are projected to decline by 7% year-on-year (YoY). This Continue reading Global Smartphone SoC Market Faces 7% Shipment Decline in 2026, Revenue Growth to Continue: Report

BSNL Launches Bharat Connect 365-Day Prepaid Plan, Cuts Price of Superstar Premium Broadband

  BSNL has announced two major updates aimed at strengthening its value-driven telecom and broadband offerings in India. The state-owned operator has launched a new long-term prepaid option called the BSNL Bharat Connect Plan with 365-day validity, while also reducing the price of Continue reading BSNL Launches Bharat Connect 365-Day Prepaid Plan, Cuts Price of Superstar Premium Broadband

Nothing Confirms First India Flagship Store in Bengaluru, Opening on February 14, 2026

  London-based consumer technology brand Nothing is set to deepen its presence in India with the opening of its first-ever flagship retail store in the country. The company has officially confirmed that the flagship store will open in Bengaluru on Saturday, February 14, Continue reading Nothing Confirms First India Flagship Store in Bengaluru, Opening on February 14, 2026

India to Get Its Own Smartphone Brands in 18 Months, Confirms IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw

  India is moving closer to building its own globally competitive smartphone brands, according to Union Minister for Electronics and Information Technology, Ashwini Vaishnaw. Speaking on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting in Davos, the minister reportedly stated that Continue reading India to Get Its Own Smartphone Brands in 18 Months, Confirms IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw

Amazfit Active Max Launched in India With 1.5-Inch AMOLED Display, Advanced Sleep Tracking, and 25-Day Battery Life

  Amazfit has expanded its smartwatch portfolio in India with the launch of the Amazfit Active Max, a feature-rich wearable designed for users who want a balance of fitness tracking, smart features, and long battery life. Positioned in the mid-premium segment, the new Continue reading Amazfit Active Max Launched in India With 1.5-Inch AMOLED Display, Advanced Sleep Tracking, and 25-Day Battery Life