India, May 28 -- When we talk about a special category of phones in India called "flagship killers," a simple Venn diagram can help explain them. Imagine three overlapping circles: one representing "True Flagship" features (think cutting-edge processors, premium displays, and top-tier camera systems), another representing "Budget Phone" characteristics (which might include some minimal bloatware or more functional rather than luxurious materials), and a third, "Mid-Range Pricing." The exciting space where these three circles intersect, that small zone drawing elements from all three: that's the area of the "Value Flagship."

I think it is far from being an outdated concept, and feel this category is more relevant than ever, representing t...