Smartphone prices have gone up by up to ₹2,000 in India due to sustained price escalation of the storage components used in mobile phones, and is likely to affect new smartphone launches this year and in 2026 with prices expected to go up by up to ₹5,000. The new prices are effective from November 4, 2025. Indian rupee depreciation against the U.S. Dollar also added to the cost.

The initial impact of this component cost inflation is already being passed on to consumers. The prices of Vivo’sT series, including T4 Lite 5G series and T4x 5G series, have already been increased by ₹1,500. Similarly, Oppo’s Reno 14 series and F 31 series have seen price hikes ranging from ₹1,000 to ₹2,000.

Samsung’s A17 model has increased by ₹500. Furthermore, Samsung supplies without a bundled charger will

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