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India Has Huge Potential In Premium Smartphone Space: Google

Inc42 · 1y ago

India Has Huge Potential In Premium Smartphone Space: Google

Google recently announced plans to launch three walk-in centres in India to provide after-sales support for its devices. The company also revealed the launch of its latest Pixel 9 series, along with the Pixel Watch 3 and Pixel Buds Pro 2, at its recent event. Additionally, Google is considering exporting smartphones manufactured in India, although current production is focused on the domestic market.

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Google to make Pixel smartphones at Foxconn, Dixon facilities from September

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YourStory · 1y ago

Google to make Pixel smartphones at Foxconn, Dixon facilities from September

Google will be partnering with Foxconn to produce its ultra-premium Pixel smartphones in Tamil Nadu, India. This collaboration is in addition to Google's plan to manufacture Pixel smartphones at the Dixon facility. The production will start in September, and once it stabilizes, there are plans to export the smartphones from India. Google aims to tap into India's domestic market and the potential of the country as a global export hub. The move comes as part of a larger trend of premiumization in the smartphone market.

Samsung's bet on foldable phones faces major test with slimmer new model - The Economic Times

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Economic Times · 1m ago

Samsung's bet on foldable phones faces major test with slimmer new model - The Economic Times

Samsung has unveiled new, thinner foldable phones as it aims to lead in AI-powered smartphones. Despite losing its global smartphone crown to Apple in 2023, Samsung is enhancing its foldable devices with AI features, aiming to compete in the premium market against Chinese rivals like Huawei. The company is increasing cooperation with partners like Google to advance in AI, while also developing tri-foldable phones. Analysts see potential, but high prices keep foldables niche.

Google Begins Production Of Pixel 8 Smartphones In India

Inc42 · 1y ago

Google Begins Production Of Pixel 8 Smartphones In India

Google India has started production of Made in India Google Pixel 8 devices ahead of the Made by Google event where the Pixel 9 smartphone series will be launched. This move follows Google's announcement last year to manufacture Pixel smartphones locally in India.

A new UPI innovation has PhonePe and Google Pay worried

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Money Control · 2y ago

A new UPI innovation has PhonePe and Google Pay worried

A new UPI innovation is causing concern for PhonePe and Google Pay. This innovation, named 'Vajra', is a system that enables transactions without requiring an internet connection or a smartphone app. Developed by an Indian startup, Vajra could potentially disrupt the dominance of PhonePe and Google Pay in the UPI payment space, leading to increased competition.

Apple’s blue bubble chat to pop up on Indian android phones

Economic Times

Economic Times · 5m ago

Apple’s blue bubble chat to pop up on Indian android phones

Apple is negotiating with Google to bring its RCS messaging to Indian Android users, expanding its iMessage service beyond iPhones. This collaboration aims to compete with traditional SMS and growing platforms like WhatsApp in India's messaging market. While Apple plans to integrate with Google and local telecom companies like Vodafone Idea and Reliance Jio, Airtel is hesitant, citing spam concerns. The initiative could significantly influence business communications, particularly A2P messaging, by including premium smartphone users.

Google I/O 2025: What to expect, including updates to Gemini and Android 16 | TechCrunch

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Google I/O 2025: What to expect, including updates to Gemini and Android 16 | TechCrunch

Google I/O 2025, held at the Shoreline Amphitheatre, will feature announcements on Android, Chrome, Google Search, YouTube, and Google's AI chatbot, Gemini. Updates may include a new Gemini Ultra model and possible subscription plans, Premium Plus and Premium Pro. Google may also discuss its AI projects, Astra and Project Mariner. The official schedule includes sessions on Chrome, Google Cloud, and development tools, with potential surprises like updates to models for educational applications and a video summarization tool.

Bessemer Venture Partners sees $1 trillion digital opportunity in India; eyes quick commerce, D2C boom: report - The Economic Times

Economic Times

Economic Times · 2m ago

Bessemer Venture Partners sees $1 trillion digital opportunity in India; eyes quick commerce, D2C boom: report - The Economic Times

Bessemer Venture Partners predicts a $1 trillion digital opportunity in India over the next decade, driven by rapid growth in the consumer internet space. The firm's report highlights potential for substantial value creation in quick commerce, direct-to-consumer (D2C) brands, and mobile-first platforms. This growth is fueled by rising smartphone penetration, higher income levels, and supportive policies. Startups in various sectors, including AI and mobile gaming, are poised to benefit from these trends.

Three decades on, Sony India on track to achieve $1-billion revenue milestone | Company Business News

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Livemint · 9m ago

Three decades on, Sony India on track to achieve $1-billion revenue milestone | Company Business News

Sony India is on track to achieve $1 billion in annual revenue from its consumer electronics business this fiscal year. The company's focus on diversifying its revenue stream beyond televisions, along with a rising demand for premium products, has contributed to its post-pandemic resurgence. Efforts in selling more premium televisions, expanding into digital imaging, audio products, and gaming have helped Sony India maintain steady revenue growth. The company currently holds a top position in the televisions market, and its sales of smart TVs have outpaced the industry average. However, Sony has no immediate plans to re-enter the smartphone market.

Google begins direct sales of Pixel devices in India via official online Google Store

Economic Times

Economic Times · 3m ago

Google begins direct sales of Pixel devices in India via official online Google Store

Google has launched direct sales of its Pixel devices through the official online Google Store in India. This initiative allows consumers to purchase products like smartphones, watches, and accessories directly. It complements Google’s current online and offline retail presence. Mitul Shah, Google India's managing director of devices and services, emphasized the move is driven by India's dynamic smartphone market, focusing on expanding retail availability and enhancing customer support. However, there's no timeline for physical stores in India.

Google To Ship Over 10 Mn Units Of Pixel 8 From India This Year

Inc42 · 1y ago

Google To Ship Over 10 Mn Units Of Pixel 8 From India This Year

Google is planning to begin production of its Pixel smartphones in India in the next quarter. The move is part of Google's strategy to diversify its supply chain away from China and tap into the growing Indian smartphone market. While the exact location of the manufacturing unit is not confirmed, the production is expected to start in the April-June quarter. Google aims to produce over 10 million Pixel units this year. This move follows similar trends among Google's competitors, such as Samsung and Xiaomi, who are also increasing smartphone production in India.

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