Flipkart acquires mobile repair chain F1 Info Solutions

Deal to help online retail major provide superior after-sales support to its smartphone customers

India’s leading e-commerce marketplace Flipkart has acquired mobile repair chain F1 Info Solutions as it looks to improve its after-sales service offerings to customers on its platform.

Smartphones account for over 50 per cent of the sales (by value) on Flipkart, making it the most important category for the Indian e-tailer. With F1 Info Solutions, the company will gain access to its own chain of service centres across the country.

“Flipkart is the top destination for mobile phones in India. We are now taking our offerings several notches higher. Ultimately, we want to give our customers a comprehensive