India's mobile device market could grow by 10-12% in 2010, according to Research and Markets in its report “The Indian mobile device market comes of age".
The market grew to more than 100 million unit shipments in 2009, said the report.
“Competition is intense, with several local Indian brands joining the fray and gaining share from the major OEMs,” said the analyst.
The expectation is that the handset market will shift to the mid- and high-tier segments as the replacement cycle shortens and users upgrade their phones.
This trend, combined with 3G launches, will drive sales of smartphones and high-end feature phones.
The main suppliers are: Nokia, Samsung, Research in Motion and LG.