The price cut was by and large across the board barring a few models. The maximum cut was in the high-end handsets while the entry level prices also eased to some extent.
For instance, the dealer transfer price of GPRS-enabled 6100 model with tri-band is now at Rs 14,905 as against Rs 19,355 earlier, a reduction of over 22 per cent.
The price of 7250 model, with its in-built camera, is down from Rs 22,720 to Rs 20,795, a 9 per cent cut, and that of the 3650 model, with a camcorder, had also been cut.
The price of entry-level sets such as 3315 and 3610 have also been reduced, but not to the extent as in the case of expensive sets.
Other models where prices were brought down include 3530, 6610.
Industry observers felt that the reduction in prices was in line with the international trend. Pankaj Mahindroo, president, Indian Cellular Association, said,
