Affordable smartphones are disappearing from the market: Here’s what it means for buyers
By
Binu Mathew
When you walk into a mobile store or scroll through an e-commerce website, you might notice a common pattern if you are in the market for a new smartphone: affordable smartphones are becoming a rare breed. Brands and retailers are increasingly focused on promoting premium smartphones over budget ones, raising questions about whether the budget segment is dying or if there’s an intentional move to avoid selling affordable phones.