John Sculley, former CEO of Apple and president of PepsiCo, and now the co-founder of Obi Worldphone is slated to speak at the Global Mobile Internet Conference Silicon Valley event on the rising global middle class and the demand for low-cost smartphones. Obi Worldphone is currently focused on emerging markets and hopes to capitalize on a move by consumers in those markets from their entry-level phones to a higher level of performance, yet still priced in a sub-$200 bracket.

Sculley believes there are potentially 2 billion customers in this new middle class that will emerge from Asia, Africa and the Middle East and they will want low-cost smartphones that provide great design and functionality.

You can read the full press release below. Check back with TalkAndroid for more on Sculley’s presentation to see what kind of insight he provides to the GMIC attendees.

Former Apple CEO and Co-Founder of Obi Worldphone Discusses the Future of Low-Cost Smartphones for Emerging Markets

John Sculley shares the impact of a rising global middle class on the future of mobile hardware during Global Mobile Internet Conference (GMIC) Silicon Valley on September 28-30.

MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., Sept. 16, 2015 /PRNewswire/ — Today, Global Mobile Internet Conference announces technology executive and Moonshot author John Sculley’s  thought leader session at GMIC Silicon Valley.

John Sculley is the former President of PepsiCo and CEO of Apple, and current co-founder of Obi Worldphone. Obi Worldphone creates well-designed, low-cost smartphones for emerging markets. These low-cost Android phones are $200 and under and aimed at a rising global middle class.

The next 2 billion of the world’s middle class will come from emerging markets like Asia, Africa, and theMiddle East. John Sculley has seen the rise of the middle class in these markets and with Obi Worldphone is predicting that these consumers will want low-cost mobile phones that combine functionality with beautiful design.

During his GMIC Silicon Valley Thought Leader session, Sculley will share insights about emerging markets and how he is betting on  this new wave of consumerism to impact and change the future of mobile.

GMIC passes include access to the opening party, all summits, expo tracks, and the exhibition floor. Media registration is open now for all press and industry analysts (register here). To register and learn more about GMIC Silicon Valley, visit sv.thegmic.com.

About GMIC
Global Mobile Internet Conference (GMIC) is an international conference that explores the global impact of mobile technology. Taking place in Beijing, New York, Tokyo, Jakarta, Bangalore, Sao Paulo, Taipei, and Silicon Valley, these conferences provide an opportunity for industry leaders to build relationships, share insights, and develop international growth strategy.

 

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