Apple is now No.6 in India, beating Xiaomi to the spot

Apple is seeing a tough competitor in Xiaomi in India. After losing to the latter in Chinese market, Apple struck back in India, world’s fastest growing market.

Apple managed to grab the sixth spot in India's top 30 cities, which make up 51% of the smartphone market.

As per a report by research firm International Data Corporation (IDC), Apple was in sixth position even in tier-2 and tier-3 cities, such as New Delhi, Kolkata, Chennai and Bengaluru, which are strongholds of Indian vendors.

IDC revealed that Apple topped the premium price segment of $300 (Rs 20,000) and above, with an over 42% share across the 30 cities following the launch of the iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus in the first half of the quarter and subsequent price drops of its earlier 5s, 6 and 6 Plus models.

Apple held a 4.6% share in the 30 cities, with Samsung Electronics and Micromax Informatics continuing to be top two players.

In the tier-2 and 3 cities, Apple was sixth with a 2.8% share. Xiaomi had a 4.5% share in all 30 cities.

Apple sees India as a bright spot and is planning to open own stores in the country.