Global Smartphone Shipments Grew 13.2% In Q2 2021; Xiaomi Overtakes Apple to 2nd Spot
3 years, 7 months ago

Global Smartphone Shipments Grew 13.2% In Q2 2021; Xiaomi Overtakes Apple to 2nd Spot

News 18  

Global smartphone shipments grew by 13.2 percent year-on-year in Q2 2021 with a total of 313.2 million shipments during the quarter, according to the International Data Corporation’s Worldwide Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker. The IDC report says that Samsung shipped 59 million units in Q2 2021 across the world, securing a market share of 18.8 percent. Xiaomi shipped 53.1 million units with a 16.9 percent market share. Cupertino-based giant Apple came third in terms of the number of smartphones shipped with 44.2 million units with a market share of 14.1 percent.

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Apple and Samsung make 94% of India’s smartphone exports as Made in India mobile shipments grows 6% in 2024
1 week, 1 day ago

Apple and Samsung make 94% of India’s smartphone exports as Made in India mobile shipments grows 6% in 2024

The Hindu  

Apple and Samsung have accounted for around 94% of India’s smartphone exports, noted Counterpoint’s ‘Make in India’ Service on Thursday. Overall, ‘Made in India’ smartphone shipments grew 6% year-over-year in 2024 primarily due to these two brands. “Both the brands have significantly expanded their manufacturing in India to align with the country’s objective of reducing reliance on imports and strengthening …

Apple's iPhone 16e outsells the SE, but may not reverse China sales slide
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Apple's iPhone 16e outsells the SE, but may not reverse China sales slide

Hindustan Times  

In China, Apple’s new $599 iPhone 16e is now outpacing the sales of the $429 third-generation iPhone SE in which was released a few years back. The iPhone 16e sales were 60% stronger in its opening three days, compared to the iPhone SE from 2022, but the forecast remains that China sales will decline about 2% overall this year. The …

Apple achieves record growth in India as Android smartphone demand falters
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Apple achieves record growth in India as Android smartphone demand falters

India TV News  

Apple achieves record growth in India as Android smartphone demand falters There has been a significant decline in the demand for Android smartphones in India. The demand for Android smartphones in India has seen a sharp decline recently, while Apple continues to enjoy record growth year after year. Apple's dominance As reported by the research firm IDC in January 2025, …

Apple registered highest shipments growth in January 2025 in India
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Apple registered highest shipments growth in January 2025 in India

The Hindu  

Apple’s dream run in India continues as the iPhone maker secured fourth spot in January 2025 in the world most populous nation with a handsome 11.7% growth on year-over-year basis. The U.S. based company held on with 11.4% market share to remain in top five smartphone brands for the fifth consecutive month. Overall, India’s smartphone market declined by 9.7% YoY …

iPhone 16e: Can a budget phone help Apple overtake Huawei in China?
1 month, 1 week ago

iPhone 16e: Can a budget phone help Apple overtake Huawei in China?

CNN  

Hong Kong CNN — Apple offered the latest version of its budget friendly phone for pre-sale in key markets on Friday, in an effort to woo price-sensitive customers in countries like China and India. In China, Apple’s second most-largest market, homegrown giant Huawei has made a stunning comeback after being pummeled by American sanctions since 2019. According to data from …

Huawei’s tri-foldable phone hits global markets in a show of defiance amid US curbs
1 month, 1 week ago

Huawei’s tri-foldable phone hits global markets in a show of defiance amid US curbs

Associated Press  

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia — Huawei on Tuesday held a global launch for the industry’s first tri-foldable phone, which analysts said marked a symbolic victory for the Chinese tech giant amid U.S. technology curbs. All these things basically have been huge roadblocks in front of Huawei,” Ma said, adding that the “resurgence we’re seeing from them over the past year has …

Vivo beats Samsung and Apple as India’s leading smartphone brand in 2024, IDC report reveals
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Vivo beats Samsung and Apple as India’s leading smartphone brand in 2024, IDC report reveals

Live Mint  

Smartphone giant Vivo has taken the top spot as India’s leading smartphone brand in 2024, overtaking Samsung, according to the latest International Data Corporation report. The IDC report also highlights that India’s smartphone market grew by four per cent year-on-year, reaching 151 million shipments. Apple even made it to the top five brands in India for the first time, with …

Vivo leads Q4 2024 India smartphone market, Apple breaks into top five brands
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Vivo leads Q4 2024 India smartphone market, Apple breaks into top five brands

The Hindu  

Vivo has claimed the top spot in the Indian smartphone market with 18% share during the Q4, 2024, followed by Xiaomi at 15.2% and Samsung with 15.1%. Oppo stood fourth with 11.4% while Apple, for the first time ever, came into top five with 11% market share in the quarter, and a handsome 72% year-over-year growth. Apple’ market share in …

Apple iPhone 15 tops global smartphone sales in 2024, Samsung follows with 3 models
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Apple iPhone 15 tops global smartphone sales in 2024, Samsung follows with 3 models

India TV News  

Apple has once again dominated the smartphone industry, securing seven spots in the list of the top 10 best-selling smartphones of 2024, according to market research firm Canalys. The Cupertino-based tech giant’s iPhone 15 emerged as the best-selling smartphone, followed by the iPhone 16 Pro Max and iPhone 15 Pro Max. Apple leads the smartphone market in 2024 Samsung, Apple’s …

Apple’s smartphone sales slump in China as Huawei gains market share
2 months, 1 week ago

Apple’s smartphone sales slump in China as Huawei gains market share

Live Mint  

Sales of iPhones in China during the quarter were weaker than the overall Chinese market, the data showed. Apple’s smartphone sales in China fell sharply in the final quarter of 2024, hurt by the popularity of local rivals like Huawei and others expanding into the premium market, according to a closely followed research firm. The U.S. tech giant’s fourth-quarter iPhone …

Huawei trumps Apple in China as iPhone sales decline 18.2%
2 months, 1 week ago

Huawei trumps Apple in China as iPhone sales decline 18.2%

The Hindu  

Huawei has been the top smartphone brand with a strong 18.1% market share in Q4 2024 in China, ahead of Xiaomi with 17.2% and Apple at 17.1%, noted the Counterpoint’s Market Pulse Service. Huawei’s sales increased 15.5% YoY driven by the launch of the mid-end Nova 13 series and high-end Mate 70 series,” said Senior Research Analyst Mengmeng Zhang. Overall, …

Apple's market share in China declines to 15% as local rivals surge ahead
2 months, 1 week ago

Apple's market share in China declines to 15% as local rivals surge ahead

Hindustan Times  

This Jan. 16 story has been corrected to show that it is Apple's worst performance in China for smartphone sales since 2016, not Apple's worst smartphone sales performance in China since 2016, in paragraphs 2, 5) According to statistics released Thursday by research firm Canalys, Apple lost its position as the largest smartphone vendor in China in 2024 when local …

Apple dethroned as top smartphone seller in China, replaced by Vivo & Huawei
2 months, 1 week ago

Apple dethroned as top smartphone seller in China, replaced by Vivo & Huawei

Live Mint  

Apple has been replaced as the highest smartphone seller in China as rivals Vivo and Huawei overtook the US-based company after annual shipments in the country declined to 17% in 2024, the New York Post reported, citing data from research firm Canalys. Market share in China Smartphone maker Vivo captured a market share of 17% in 2024, while Huawei had …

Apple no longer the best selling smartphone brand in China, loses crown to Vivo
2 months, 1 week ago

Apple no longer the best selling smartphone brand in China, loses crown to Vivo

Firstpost  

Vivo emerged as the market leader in 2024, claiming 17 per cent of China’s smartphone market, while Huawei closely followed with a 16 per cent share. Research from Canalys reveals that Apple’s shipments in China dropped by 17 per cent in 2024, marking its largest-ever annual decline in the region. Vivo and Huawei surge ahead Vivo emerged as the market …

China’s Xiaomi, Huawei leave Apple, Samsung in the dust as global smartphone market recovers
2 months, 2 weeks ago

China’s Xiaomi, Huawei leave Apple, Samsung in the dust as global smartphone market recovers

Firstpost  

While Apple and Samsung both saw slight declines in shipments, Xiaomi experienced a notable 15.4 per cent growth in its shipments. This growth is attributed to the brand’s aggressive push into mid-range and budget segments Apple maintained its lead in global market share in 2024, holding 18.7 per cent of the market, closely followed by Samsung at 18 per cent. …

Apple iPhone sales drop 5% globally after AI rollout disappoints, Chinese competition grows
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Apple iPhone sales drop 5% globally after AI rollout disappoints, Chinese competition grows

Hindustan Times  

Apple Inc.’s global iPhone sales declined by about 5% during the final quarter of 2024 due to underwhelming upgrades and competitors making inroads in China, Bloomberg reported. A man checks an iPhone 16 Pro Max as the new iPhone 16 series smartphones go on sale at an Apple store in Beijing, China September 20, 2024. REUTERS//File Photo According to the …

Samsung leads global mobile market, Apple comes second
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Samsung leads global mobile market, Apple comes second

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: South Korean technology giant Samsung maintained its leadership in the global mobile market, capturing 19% of the market share in 2024. However, both companies experienced a slight decline in market share compared to the previous year—Apple held 19% and Samsung had 20% in 2023. To illustrate, Pro and Pro Max devices were at mid-forties share in China during …

India’s smartphone market all set to cross $50 billion in 2025
2 months, 2 weeks ago

India’s smartphone market all set to cross $50 billion in 2025

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: India’s smartphone market is set to surpass $50 billion in value by 2025, driven by the ongoing trend of premiumisation, according to the latest research from Counterpoint Research. Consumers willing to pay more In simple terms, more and more Indian consumers are willing to spend more on smartphones that offer improved specifications, such as better cameras, faster processors, …

2024: A Challenging Year for Foldable Smartphones
3 months ago

2024: A Challenging Year for Foldable Smartphones

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: Year 2024 has not been a good one for foldable smartphones, as global shipments saw a 1% year-over-year decline in Q3 2024, following six consecutive quarters of YoY growth. Samsung’s Struggles Despite regaining its position as the global market leader with a 56% share, driven by the launch of the Z6 series, Samsung experienced a 21% YoY drop …

Xiaomi's stocks jumped a record 103%, latest push powered by its latest EV ventures
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Xiaomi's stocks jumped a record 103%, latest push powered by its latest EV ventures

Firstpost  

The company’s rapid success in the EV market mirrors its meteoric rise in the smartphone industry. Now, the company’s EV business is following a similar trajectory China’s EV market, the largest globally, is expected to see sales surpass 11 million units this year. From smartphones to EVs: A winning formula The company’s rapid success in the EV market mirrors its …

Apple Misses Out on Big 2024 Smartphone Market Rebound: IDC
4 months ago

Apple Misses Out on Big 2024 Smartphone Market Rebound: IDC

Deccan Chronicle  

Global smartphone sales rebounded strongly in 2024 after two successive years of decline, but Apple barely managed growth, an independent study showed, underscoring the speed with which Android-based rivals are gaining ground in China and emerging markets. Still, Apple remains by far the profit leader with an average selling price surpassing $1,000, while Android rivals collectively came in at around …

Apple sets record as Indian smartphone market expands by 5.6 per cent in Q3 2024
4 months, 1 week ago

Apple sets record as Indian smartphone market expands by 5.6 per cent in Q3 2024

India TV News  

The Indian smartphone market grew 5.6 per cent year-on-year in Q3 2024, with shipments reaching 46 million units, according to IDC's data. Apple recorded its highest-ever quarterly shipments in India, capturing an 8.6% market share, up from 5.7 per cent in Q3 2023. Surge in 5G Smartphone Shipments 5G smartphones accounted for 83 per cent of total shipments, up from …

Apple’s record 4 million unit sales helps tech giant post its largest quarter growth in India
4 months, 1 week ago

Apple’s record 4 million unit sales helps tech giant post its largest quarter growth in India

Firstpost  

The Indian smartphone market overall grew by 5.6 per cent year-over-year, marking its fifth consecutive quarter of positive growth. While Apple made headlines with its impressive numbers, Vivo maintained its position as the market leader, holding 15.8 per cent of the total market share The premium smartphone segment, comprising devices priced between $600 and $800, witnessed the most significant growth, …

Apple vs Samsung: See which smartphones Indians are buying
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Apple vs Samsung: See which smartphones Indians are buying

Hindustan Times  

Apple's market share in India has expanded while rival Samsung has struggled with its sales numbers taking a hit yet again, showed data from market intelligence firm International Data Corporation. Apple's market share grew by 58.5% year-over-year for the third quarter of 2024, while Samsung's market share fell by 19.7% year-over-year for the same period. She added that the launch …

China's smartphone shipment grows to 68.8m in Q3, records growth
4 months, 2 weeks ago

China's smartphone shipment grows to 68.8m in Q3, records growth

China Daily  

By Fan Feifei | chinadaily.com.cn | Updated: 2024-11-14 11:23 Nubia Technology unveils its latest handsets for gaming and esports enthusiasts, the Red Magic 10 Pro series. China's smartphone shipments increased in the third quarter of the year, fueled by a surge in device upgrades driven by sustained pent-up demand, according to a report from global market research company, International Data …

Samsung, OnePlus woes threaten premium smartphone growth in India
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Samsung, OnePlus woes threaten premium smartphone growth in India

Live Mint  

NEW DELHI : India’s premium smartphones market witnessed a surprisingly muted festive period as buyers deferred purchases citing lack of innovation, according to retailers and distributors. Read this | Diwali smartphone sales revive budget phones—for now “Samsung’s premium devices saw a clear downturn in demand from buyers during the festive period, even though it did strongly in the budget 5G …

iPhone 15 becomes world's best selling smartphone in Q3 2024. Check the top 10 list here
4 months, 3 weeks ago

iPhone 15 becomes world's best selling smartphone in Q3 2024. Check the top 10 list here

Live Mint  

iPhone 15 has become the world's best-selling smartphone in the third quarter of 2024, according to research firm Counterpoint. Apple - Samsung dominate Q3 2024 top sellers list: Notably, Apple has more or less managed to match its performance from last year, with iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Pro Max and iPhone 14 Pro being the top 3 phones in Counterpoint's …

Smartphone Sales Set to Soar This Diwali: AIMRA
5 months ago

Smartphone Sales Set to Soar This Diwali: AIMRA

The Hindu  

Smartphone sales are expected to grow 25-35% this Diwali in India, driven by premiumisation and affordability. Premium segment of smartphones is experiencing significant growth, with premium segment of tablets also performing well. Consumers are also seeking to bring the theatre experience home with large-screen TVs and speakers witnessing a surge.

India Is Now Ahead Of US As The 2nd Largest 5G Mobile Market, China Still The Leader
6 months, 3 weeks ago

India Is Now Ahead Of US As The 2nd Largest 5G Mobile Market, China Still The Leader

News 18  

India has overtaken the US to become the world’s second-biggest 5G handset market for the first time, behind China, a report has mentioned. The global 5G handset shipments grew 20 percent in the first half of 2024, according to the Counterpoint Research. Apple led the 5G handset shipments, accounting for more than 25 percent share. Apple led the 5G handset …

Huawei sees first-half earnings surge on smartphone renaissance
6 months, 4 weeks ago

Huawei sees first-half earnings surge on smartphone renaissance

The Hindu  

Chinese tech giant Huawei reported hefty jumps in first-half revenue and net profit on Thursday, with smartphone sales robust and its smart car components business also doing well despite U.S. sanctions. Huawei did not give an earnings breakdown for individual units, but a spokesperson said its mainstay consumer business, which includes smartphones and PCs, as well as its smart car …

Vivo leads market with 16.5 per cent share
7 months, 1 week ago

Vivo leads market with 16.5 per cent share

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: The Indian smartphone market shipped 69 million smartphones in the first half of 2024 calendar year, registering a 7.2% year-over-year growth, according to an IDC study. Xiaomi, another Chinese mobile maker, took the second spot, with shipments growing the highest among the top five vendors at 26.8% year-on-year, expanding its share from 11% in Q2 2023 to 13.5% …

Xiaomi, followed by Vivo and Samsung, lead in smartphone shipments: Q2 2024
7 months, 4 weeks ago

Xiaomi, followed by Vivo and Samsung, lead in smartphone shipments: Q2 2024

The Hindu  

Chinese smartphone player Xiaomi has bagged the leading place in Q2 2024 with an 18.9% shipment share, closely followed by Vivo with 18.8% and Samsung with 18.1% share, noted Counterpoint Research. Nothing became the fastest growing brand in H1 2024, with 567% yoy growth in shipments due to new models like Phone 2a and CMF Phone 1, claimed Counterpoint. In …

HMD to double mobile phone exports from India, make it global hub, COO says
8 months ago

HMD to double mobile phone exports from India, make it global hub, COO says

Live Mint  

New Delhi: Human Mobile Devices, or HMD, makers of Nokia-branded mobile phones, aims to double exports of these devices from India over the next year to 4 million units and boost local production by more than a third, its chief operating officer Alain Lejeune said on Thursday. Exploring Nokia HMD is currently exporting Nokia brand of featurephones and smartphones to …

Indian smartphone market grows only by 1 percent in Q2 of 2024: Here are top manufacturers
8 months, 1 week ago

Indian smartphone market grows only by 1 percent in Q2 of 2024: Here are top manufacturers

India TV News  

The Indian smartphone market experienced only a 1 percent growth in the April-June quarter, with a total of 36.4 million units shipped, as stated in a report released on Thursday. Xiaomi regained the top position after six quarters, capturing an 18 percent market share with 6.7 million units shipped. Vivo closely followed, also shipping 6.7 million units, boosted by affordable …

Foldable handsets to grab sector headlines this year
8 months, 1 week ago

Foldable handsets to grab sector headlines this year

China Daily  

Samsung Electronics on Wednesday unveiled its latest foldables, the Galaxy Z Fold6 and Galaxy Z Flip6 series in China. China's foldable smartphone market is expected to witness robust growth this year, mainly driven by the gradual improvement of flexible screens, software design innovations and continuous product price declines, industry experts said. A report from market research company International Data Corp …

Nokia reports 18 per cent decline in Q2 due to weak 5G equipment demand from India
8 months, 1 week ago

Nokia reports 18 per cent decline in Q2 due to weak 5G equipment demand from India

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: Telecom gear maker Nokia reported an 18% year-on-year decline in sales for the second quarter of 2024, largely due to weakened demand for 5G equipment in India. Pekka Lundmark, Nokia President and CEO, in the earnings call explained that the company's Q2 performance continued to suffer from market weaknesses, with net sales declining 18% year-over-year in constant currency …

Global smartphone market sees 6.5 per cent growth in Q2, Samsung and Apple lead: IDC Report
8 months, 1 week ago

Global smartphone market sees 6.5 per cent growth in Q2, Samsung and Apple lead: IDC Report

India TV News  

Global smartphone shipments have reportedly increased by 6.5 per cent in the second quarter of 2025, which will be driven by Samsung Electronics and Apple. Global smartphone shipment in the second quarter As per the Reuter report, it is marked as the fourth consecutive quarter of growth in global shipments, in which smartphone manufacturers are leveraging artificial intelligence to attract …

Global Smartphone Market Sees Biggest Growth In 3 Years; Samsung Retains Top Spot
8 months, 1 week ago

Global Smartphone Market Sees Biggest Growth In 3 Years; Samsung Retains Top Spot

ABP News  

The global smartphone market saw a significant upturn in the second quarter of 2024, with sales increasing by six per cent compared to the same period last year. Samsung Leads Market Share, Followed By Apple Several regions played a key role in driving this growth, particularly Europe and Latin America, where smartphone sales surged by over 10 per cent. Apple …

China sees an increase in 5G smartphone shipments
8 months, 2 weeks ago

China sees an increase in 5G smartphone shipments

China Daily  

iQOO unveiled its latest phone Neo9S Pro+, which features its self-developed Q1 gaming chip and Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 chip. A total of 25.53 million 5G phones were shipped in China, marking a 26.6 percent year-on-year growth and accounting for 84.2 percent of the total mobile phone shipments during May, the report said. From January to May 2024, the cumulative shipment …

Consumer electronics sales looking up
10 months, 1 week ago

Consumer electronics sales looking up

China Daily  

Consumers experience Vivo smartphones at a store in Shanghai in March. Ming-Chi Kuo, an analyst at TF International Securities, said that the Pura 70 series, featuring Huawei's self-developed HarmonyOS 4.2 operating system and its in-house large language model to support more AI functions — such as automatically deleting unwanted objects in photos — is expected to see more significant sales …

China's smartphone shipments reach 69.3m units in Q1
10 months, 3 weeks ago

China's smartphone shipments reach 69.3m units in Q1

China Daily  

A consumer checks out an Honor smartphone at a store in Shanghai in January. WANG GANG/FOR CHINA DAILY BEIJING - China's smartphone shipments grew by 6.5 percent year on year to 69.3 million units in the first quarter of 2024, data from a recent industry report showed. Although this growth figure was supported by a low comparison base year, it …

China's smartphone market grows 6.5% in Q1
11 months ago

China's smartphone market grows 6.5% in Q1

China Daily  

By Sun Chi | chinadaily.com.cn | Updated: 2024-04-25 17:32 Customers try smartphones in the Pura 70 series at a Huawei retail store in Shanghai on April 19. China's smartphone market saw shipments reach about 69.26 million units, an increase of 6.5 percent in the first quarter of 2024 on a yearly basis, according to a latest report by market consultancy …

China's smartphone market grows 6.5% in Q1
11 months ago

China's smartphone market grows 6.5% in Q1

China Daily  

By Sun Chi | chinadaily.com.cn | Updated: 2024-04-25 17:32 Customers try smartphones in the Pura 70 series at a Huawei retail store in Shanghai on April 19. China's smartphone market saw shipments reach about 69.26 million units, an increase of 6.5 percent in the first quarter of 2024 on a yearly basis, according to a latest report by market consultancy …

Samsung takes top phone-maker spot back from Apple
11 months, 1 week ago

Samsung takes top phone-maker spot back from Apple

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Samsung has regained its position …

Samsung overtakes Apple as top smartphone maker in Q1 2024
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Samsung overtakes Apple as top smartphone maker in Q1 2024

The Hindu  

April 15, 2024 10:06 am | Updated 10:08 am IST Apple’s smartphone shipments took a hit by about 10% in the first quarter of 2024, according to a report published by Reuters on Monday, citing data from IDC. During the January- March period, Samsung reportedly captured 20.8% of the market share, clinching the top smartphonemaker position from Apple. In the …

Apple’s iPhone shipments fall 10% as android rivals rise: What's happening?
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Apple’s iPhone shipments fall 10% as android rivals rise: What's happening?

Hindustan Times  

Apple Inc.’s iPhone shipments were down nearly 10% in the first quarter of the year, losing ground as the broader smartphone industry rebounded, according to market tracker IDC. Apple iPhones are seen inside India's first Apple retail store during a media preview, a day ahead of its launch in Mumbai, India. The Cupertino, California-based company has struggled to sustain sales …

GenAI-equipped smartphone shipments expected to surge by 2027: Report
11 months, 2 weeks ago

GenAI-equipped smartphone shipments expected to surge by 2027: Report

India TV News  

Generative artificial intelligence - which is capable of smartphone shipments will rpeortedly reach 11 per cent by 2024 and 43 per cent by 2027 to pass 550 million units in 2027 with 4x growth - a new report stated. Tarun Pathak, the Research Director said, "We expect Samsung to lead GenAI smartphone OEM rankings in 2024. As per the Research …

Apple China iPhone sales plunge 24% as Huawei's popularity surges
1 year ago

Apple China iPhone sales plunge 24% as Huawei's popularity surges

The Hindu  

Apple's iPhone sales in China fell 24% year-on-year in the first six weeks of 2024, according to research firm Counterpoint, as the U.S. company faced increased competition from domestic rivals such as Huawei. The U.S. tech giant's chief competitor in China in premium smartphones, Huawei, saw unit sales rise by 64% in the period, according to the report. Apple "faced …

5G smartphone shipments surpass 2 billion globally in Q4 2023
1 year, 1 month ago

5G smartphone shipments surpass 2 billion globally in Q4 2023

The Hindu  

Global 5G smartphone shipments surpassed 2 billion units globally in Q4 2023. Major smartphone makers like Apple and Samsung emerged as the top 5G smartphone brands, shipping over one billion units cumulatively, Counterpoint, a global market research firm shared in a press release. The launch of the iPhone 12 series significantly accelerated 5G adoption taking shipments to above 100 million …

Push towards premium is a journey, and we’ll persist: Xiaomi’s Muralikrishnan B
1 year, 1 month ago

Push towards premium is a journey, and we’ll persist: Xiaomi’s Muralikrishnan B

Hindustan Times  

After successive tough few quarters that saw Xiaomi lose significant chunk of their market share, Muralikrishnan B, president of Xiaomi India, decided in July 2023 that it was time for a no-compromise approach towards reconstructing the tech company’s India business. Xiaomi India president Muralikrishnan B “At the beginning of 2023, is when we realised a few things haven’t gone as …

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