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Rising costs slow India's 5G shift, revive demand for 4G phones: Report

1 source · first seen 13:41 29 Sept · updated 13:41 29 Sept

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  • Rising component and memory costs are widening the price gap between 4G and 5G phones
  • Manufacturers are expanding 4G offerings in India’s budget segment
  • A slower 5G shift may affect Indian telecom operators’ upgrade and data-demand outlook

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