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07 September 2013
ipad is computer or phone ???
07 September 2013
Computer
as the principle function of telephony is not there in Ipad
as the principle function of telephony is not there in Ipad
07 September 2013
so should i charge depreciation @60% as per income tax act 1961
25 July 2024
Under the Income Tax Act, 1961, the classification of an iPad as either a computer or a phone depends on its primary functionality and use. Here’s how you can determine it:
1. **Functionality**:
- If the iPad is primarily used for computing purposes such as office work, design, programming, or any other business-related computing tasks, it would typically be classified as a "computer".
- If the iPad is primarily used for telecommunication purposes such as making calls, sending messages, or using it as a primary communication device, it could be considered as a "phone".
2. **Depreciation Rates**:
- Computers generally fall under the category of "computers and computer software" for depreciation purposes.
- Phones fall under the category of "phones including mobile phones and accessories thereof" for depreciation purposes.
3. **Depreciation Rates According to Income Tax Act**:
- **Computers**: Depreciation is allowed at the rate of 60% per annum under the Income Tax Act, 1961.
- **Phones**: Depreciation is typically allowed at a different rate, which can vary based on the specific use and the type of phone.
### Conclusion:
To determine whether an iPad should be depreciated at 60% or at a different rate, you need to assess its primary use:
- If it is primarily used as a computer (for computing tasks), then yes, you can charge depreciation at 60%.
- If it is primarily used as a phone (for telecommunication purposes), then a different depreciation rate may apply.
Ensure to classify the iPad correctly based on its predominant use and apply the appropriate depreciation rate as per the Income Tax Act guidelines. If in doubt, it’s advisable to consult with a tax professional or refer to specific clarifications from the Income Tax Department.
1. **Functionality**:
- If the iPad is primarily used for computing purposes such as office work, design, programming, or any other business-related computing tasks, it would typically be classified as a "computer".
- If the iPad is primarily used for telecommunication purposes such as making calls, sending messages, or using it as a primary communication device, it could be considered as a "phone".
2. **Depreciation Rates**:
- Computers generally fall under the category of "computers and computer software" for depreciation purposes.
- Phones fall under the category of "phones including mobile phones and accessories thereof" for depreciation purposes.
3. **Depreciation Rates According to Income Tax Act**:
- **Computers**: Depreciation is allowed at the rate of 60% per annum under the Income Tax Act, 1961.
- **Phones**: Depreciation is typically allowed at a different rate, which can vary based on the specific use and the type of phone.
### Conclusion:
To determine whether an iPad should be depreciated at 60% or at a different rate, you need to assess its primary use:
- If it is primarily used as a computer (for computing tasks), then yes, you can charge depreciation at 60%.
- If it is primarily used as a phone (for telecommunication purposes), then a different depreciation rate may apply.
Ensure to classify the iPad correctly based on its predominant use and apply the appropriate depreciation rate as per the Income Tax Act guidelines. If in doubt, it’s advisable to consult with a tax professional or refer to specific clarifications from the Income Tax Department.
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