Mint Explainer | Will dearer devices mute festive cheer?
Have gadgets become pricier?
Yes. Prices of laptops and smartphones have risen 8–15% in India over the past year. Premium devices, particularly those powered by AI-enabled chips, have seen sharper increases. Flagship smartphones now cost ₹5,000– ₹15,000 more than last season, while even mid-range laptops are ₹7,000– ₹12,000 costlier.
