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Apple and Samsung Send Cease‑and‑Desist Notices to Xiaomi Over India Ads

Reports describe comparison ads naming rival devices that critics say cross into disparagement under India’s advertising norms.

Overview

  • Multiple outlets on August 28–29 report that Apple and Samsung issued legal notices to Xiaomi in India over its recent marketing.
  • The challenged March–April campaign included full‑page print and social posts that directly named the iPhone 16 Pro Max and Galaxy models.
  • Examples cited include an April Fools’ Day newspaper ad and copy calling Apple’s camera “cute,” alongside price and spec comparisons favoring the Xiaomi 15 Ultra.
  • Samsung’s products, including smartphones and LED TVs, were also compared against Xiaomi phones and QLED TVs in materials described as disparaging.
  • Reporting is based on anonymous sources, Xiaomi has not commented, and there are no public court filings or official statements confirming further legal action.