Microsoft will soon offer Lumia customers a buy-back option in India

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If you’re planning to buy a Microsoft Lumia smartphone in India, but worried about resale value, the Redmond giant will make it easier for you to upgrade to a newer Windows Phone device in the near future. The company has revealed that it plans to introduce a buy-back option in the country where customers can exchange their old Lumia for a sweet discount on a new release.

Speaking to the Economics Times, Microsoft India’s Managing director of mobile devices, Ajey Mehta, has disclosed that this initiative is mainly to improve sales in the country. The company apparently sees ‘massive growth opportunities’ in the Rs 6000 to Rs 15000 price bracket. And with the buy-back option, Lumia Windows Phone users will be given the best resale rates.

According to the company, the scheme will ensure a peak discount to Lumia owners, which is equivalent to about 65% of their device’s value if they decide to upgrade to a more powerful handset within a span of three months. And if you plan to exchange a smartphone in the next three months, the discount rates can vary from 10% to 50%.

Also read: Microsoft says its going to upgrade all Lumia devices to the new Windows 10 operating system

The condition of your current device will basically play a vital role in determining how much will be offered to you in exchange. The company also went on to say that the buy-back promo will also be valid for phones which are even damaged.

For instance, a Lumia phone which isn’t in working condition will still be able to land a discount of 10%. On the downside, Microsoft won’t be showing your old Lumias any love if you decide to upgrade after six months of purchase.

Microsoft is yet to disclose when the buy-back offer for Lumia smartphones in India will go live.

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