Tempt Maestro power bank launched with 67W GaN fast-charging 20,000mAh capacity at Rs 3,899 - The Times of India

Indian tech company Tempt has launched its new Maestro power bank featuring advanced 67W GaN fast-charging technology with a 20,000mAh capacity. This product represents a significant advancement in fa... Read original →

Tempt’s Rs 3,899 launch of a 67W GaN power bank with 20,000mAh capacity signals India’s consumer electronics supply chain pivoting toward wide-bandgap semiconductors. Technically, GaN adoption forces upgrades in PCB design and thermal management, accelerating the phaseout of legacy silicon-based chargers across Taiwan, China and Southeast Asian EMS providers. Regulatory risks loom: while India’s PLI scheme promotes local assembly, GaN wafers remain dependent on U.S., Japanese, and Chinese foundries—exposing Tempt to geopolitical supply shocks. Competitors like Xiaomi and realme will likely retaliate with price cuts, but their silicon architectures are hitting power-density limits. Within 18 months, GaN will penetrate over 40% of India’s mid-to-high-end charging market. Brands securing early partnerships with GaN IDMs (e.g., Navitas, Innoscience) will control pricing—not just charging speed, but semiconductor material leverage.