India’s long-awaited GST 2.0 reform officially rolled out on 22 September 2025, reshaping the country’s indirect tax landscape with a simplified two-slab structure. While many household electronics are set to get cheaper, smartphone buyers—especially those eyeing premium models from Apple, Samsung, and Xiaomi—will be disappointed. Smartphones and Laptops Left OutDespite expectations, the government has decided to keep the GST on smartphones unchanged at 18%, leaving their prices unaffected. Auto Sector RejoicesIf smartphones missed the cut, the automobile industry has emerged as the biggest winner of GST 2.0. While electronics like TVs and ACs are now cheaper, smartphones and laptops—often considered essential for modern connectivity and work—remain at the same price point.