A coalition of telecom operators and device makers is offering $40 smartphones to connect up to 20 million people, but rising component costs threaten the plan.
$40 Smartphone Promotion Gains Momentum, But Still Faces Cost Hurdles
$40 Smartphone Promotion Gains Momentum, But Still Faces Cost Hurdles
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