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| 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. |
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| 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. |
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| 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. |
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| 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. |
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| Other models where prices were brought down include 3530, 6610. |
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Industry observers felt that the reduction in prices was in line with the international trend. Pankaj Mahindroo, president, Indian Cellular Association, said,
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