PhonePe, today, announced the launch of its next-gen SmartSpeaker, an upgraded version, designed to meet the evolving business needs of merchants. Built on the foundation of the original SmartSpeaker, the next-gen version is Made in India. The latest upgrade retains the popular features of its predecessor while introducing significant enhancements.Speaking on the launch, Yuvraj Singh Shekhawat, Chief Business Officer of Merchant Business at PhonePe, stated, “We are excited to introduce our next-generation SmartSpeakers, which are Made in India. Manufacturing these devices locally allows greater flexibility in adapting products to the specific needs and preferences of our merchants. With these SmartSpeakers, we are not only driving financial inclusion for merchants nationwide, especially in underserved areas, but also fostering domestic innovation and ensuring that Indian manufacturers become integral participants in the country’s digital transformation.”