Hold onto your wallets, Pakistanis! Local phone shops seem to be playing a game of “who can inflate prices the most” with Android and Apple smartphones. They’re blaming a supply shortage and a new sales tax, but let’s be real, it sounds fishy.
Here’s the deal: shops are jacking up prices and scaring you into buying now before things get even worse. Don’t fall for it! This price hike seems more like a “price hike” than a legitimate increase.
The good news? You, the savvy shopper, have options! Escape the inflated price maze and consider these alternatives:
- Go Official: Ditch the shady shops and head straight to the brand websites. Samsung and Xiaomi/Redmi both have official Pakistani websites where you can snag some sweet deals.
For example, the Samsung Galaxy A55 (8/256GB) is marked up to a whopping Rs 143,000 in stores! But guess what? The official Samsung website has it for Rs 130,999 – a cool Rs 12,000 saved!
Similarly, Redmi fans can rejoice! The Redmi Note 13 Pro (12/512GB) is going for a crazy Rs 92,000 in stores. But on the official Mi Store website, it’s a much more reasonable Rs 81,999 – that’s a saving of over Rs 10,000!
- Double Win: Not only do you save money by going official, but you’re also helping to shut down the inflated price black market these shops are creating. By choosing the official route, you’re promoting fair pricing and sticking it to those who try to squeeze extra cash out of you.
So, skip the stress and inflated prices. Be a smart shopper and head straight to the official websites for your next Samsung or Redmi!
