Apple suffers steepest sales fall in a year amid China iPhone slump
8 months, 1 week ago

Apple suffers steepest sales fall in a year amid China iPhone slump

The Independent  

Sign up to our free weekly IndyTech newsletter delivered straight to your inbox Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. “We are also raising our quarterly dividend for the 12th year in a row.” The revenue decline was fuelled by a 10 per cent fall in year-over-year iPhone sales for the quarter, with China seeing a fall of 8 per cent, the steepest drop in the sales of its signature smartphone since the beginning of the pandemic. Apple boss Tim Cook called China “the most competitive market in the world” but said he maintained “a great view” of the country in the long term. “We’ll talk more about that in the weeks ahead.” Meanwhile, Apple’s services business, including the iCloud, Apple TV+ and Apple Music, jumped 14 per cent for the year. “iPad should grow double digits.” Apple did not reveal numbers on its Vision Pro augmented reality headset, instead including its data to a list that included devices like Apple Watch and AirPods.

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China’s Xiaomi, Huawei leave Apple, Samsung in the dust as global smartphone market recovers
1 day, 14 hours 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's iPhones too expensive for China’s new subsidy scheme, ceiling capped at US$818
6 days, 13 hours ago

Apple's iPhones too expensive for China’s new subsidy scheme, ceiling capped at US$818

Firstpost  

The subsidy programme, which allows a maximum rebate of 500 yuan per purchase and is limited to one item per product category, is open to both domestic and foreign manufacturers. Apple’s exclusion comes at a time when foreign smartphone brands, primarily Apple, have seen their market share in China shrink dramatically. Image Credit: Reuters China’s latest consumer subsidy scheme, designed …

What's Driving Apple's Nearly $4-Trillion Market Valuation? Let's Take A Closer Look
3 weeks, 1 day ago

What's Driving Apple's Nearly $4-Trillion Market Valuation? Let's Take A Closer Look

ABP News  

Apple, the Cupertino-based tech giant that brings iPhones and MacBooks, is on the verge of achieving a groundbreaking $4 trillion market valuation, driven by a surge in its stock price and growing optimism around its artificial intelligence initiatives, as reported by Forbes. Shares Soar, Closing In On Milestone Since November, under CEO Tim Cook, Apple's stock has climbed 16 per …

Apple approaches historic $4 trillion valuation, it is now also ahead of Nvidia and Microsoft
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Apple approaches historic $4 trillion valuation, it is now also ahead of Nvidia and Microsoft

India Today  

Apple is closing in on a historic $4 trillion stock market valuation, powered by investors cheering progress in the company's long-awaited AI enhancements to rejuvenate sluggish iPhone sales. it is a function of limited Apple Intelligence features and geographic availability, and as both broaden, it will help to drive an improvement in iPhone demand," Morgan Stanley analyst Erik Woodring said …

Apple AI in China: In talks with Tencent, ByteDance to roll out AI features, sources say
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Apple AI in China: In talks with Tencent, ByteDance to roll out AI features, sources say

The Hindu  

Apple is in talks with Tencent and TikTok owner ByteDance about integrating their artificial intelligence models into iPhones sold in China, according to three sources familiar with the matter. ChatGPT is not available in China and the country's regulatory requirements mandate that generative AI services obtain government approval before public release, forcing Apple to seek local partners for its AI …

Apple's stock at all time high, tech co back as most valuable company thanks to Apple Intelligence
4 weeks, 1 day ago

Apple's stock at all time high, tech co back as most valuable company thanks to Apple Intelligence

Firstpost  

According to JPMorgan analyst Samik Chatterjee, the real AI windfall will come with the expected 2025 launch of the iPhone 17. He projects iPhone sales will rise from 230 million units this fiscal year to 251 million the following year Apple’s stock currently trades at 34 times its projected earnings over the next 12 months, making it one of the …

Millions of Apple iCloud users owed £70 each, Which? claims
2 months ago

Millions of Apple iCloud users owed £70 each, Which? claims

The Independent  

Sign up to our free weekly IndyTech newsletter delivered straight to your inbox Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. The UK watchdog claims the US tech giant has breached competition law by encouraging iPhone, iPad and …

Apple vs Samsung: See which smartphones Indians are buying
2 months 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 …

Samsung, OnePlus woes threaten premium smartphone growth in India
2 months 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 …

Apple’s Sales in China Are Stalling. What Will It Sacrifice to Turn Things Around?
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Apple’s Sales in China Are Stalling. What Will It Sacrifice to Turn Things Around?

Wired  

“Our objective is to move as fast as we can, obviously, because our objective is always to get features out there for everyone. We have to understand the regulatory requirements before we can commit to doing that and commit a schedule to doing that.” In this context, Apple’s decision to open up its biggest research center outside of the US …

Apple CEO to Increase Investment in China, Boosting Tech Ecosystem
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Apple CEO to Increase Investment in China, Boosting Tech Ecosystem

China Daily  

Apple CEO Tim Cook pledges to increase investment in China, highlighting the importance of the Chinese market to the American tech giant. During his Beijing visit, Cook met with China's Minister of Industry and Information Technology Jin Zhuanglong, discussing topics including Apple's development in China, online data security management and cloud services.

Apple to increase its investment in China, Tim Cook says
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Apple to increase its investment in China, Tim Cook says

China Daily  

Apple to increase its investment in China, Tim Cook says By Cheng Yu chinadaily.com.cn Updated: Oct 23, 2024 Consumers select products at an Apple store in Chengdu, Sichuan province, Feb 23, 2024. Tim Cook, CEO of Apple Inc, said the company will continue to increase investment in China and contribute to the industrial and supply chains, as he met with …

Has the UK finally fallen out of love with the iPhone? Apple's share of mobile phone market shatters to eight-year low
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Has the UK finally fallen out of love with the iPhone? Apple's share of mobile phone market shatters to eight-year low

Daily Mail  

Apple's share of Britain's mobile phone market has slumped to an eight-year low, figures suggest. The new iPhone 16 Pro, along with Plus and Pro Max models, launched globally last week The new models also come packed with a button that activates the camera app - a feature described as the 'coolest ever' by Apple lovers. Apple's share of the …

Apple breaks out of recent sales slump as it gears up to make its leap into the AI craze
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Apple breaks out of recent sales slump as it gears up to make its leap into the AI craze

Associated Press  

Apple snapped out of a prolonged sales slump during its most recent quarter as the trendsetting company prepares to launch into the artificial intelligence craze with an arsenal of new technology that’s expected to juice demand for its next iPhone. Sales of the iPhone — Apple’s marquee product — remained on a downward slope though, dipping 1% from last year …

Sales of iPhone fall to three-year low as Apple’s popularity drops in China
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Sales of iPhone fall to three-year low as Apple’s popularity drops in China

The Telegraph  

Sales of the iPhone have fallen to the lowest level for three years after Apple’s popularity dropped in China and as shoppers wait for new models. However, the company saw another sales drop in China, where it has struggled in recent months as local rival Huawei has overcome US microchip sanctions to launch new high-end phones. Overall, however, Apple’s sales …

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

Apple records highest growth as the global PC market continues its recovery in Q2 2024
6 months ago

Apple records highest growth as the global PC market continues its recovery in Q2 2024

The Hindu  

The global PC market delivered its second quarter of growth following seven consecutive quarters of decline. Worldwide shipments reached 64.9 million units in the second quarter of 2024 with the overall market benefitting from commercial refresh cycles, hype around AI PCs and promotional activity from consumer-oriented brands, IDC shared in a blog post. While there is buzz around AI, a …

For Apple’s AI push, China is a missing piece
6 months, 3 weeks ago

For Apple’s AI push, China is a missing piece

Live Mint  

Apple’s presentation on artificial intelligence this month offered examples of how American iPhone users could soon enjoy AI tools such as a custom emoji generator. OpenAI’s ChatGPT and other Western AI models aren’t available in China, and that is prompting Apple to look for a Chinese partner to help offer its Apple Intelligence services, said people in the industry. Apple …

Apple poised to launch its late start in the AI race with ambitions to overtake the early leaders
7 months ago

Apple poised to launch its late start in the AI race with ambitions to overtake the early leaders

The Independent  

The latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Monday's conference “represents the most important event for …

E-tailers adopt pragmatic approach ahead of '618'
7 months, 3 weeks ago

E-tailers adopt pragmatic approach ahead of '618'

China Daily  

A salesperson promotes jewelry via livestreaming in Lianyungang, Jiangsu province. GENG YUHE/FOR CHINA DAILY Major Chinese e-commerce platforms are offering steep discounts and shopping subsidies as well as simplifying promotional methods by canceling presale campaigns during this year's extended June 18 online shopping carnival, with direct price cuts being a preferred strategy. Data from Tmall, Chinese tech heavyweight Alibaba Group's …

E-tailers adopt pragmatic approach ahead of '618'
7 months, 3 weeks ago

E-tailers adopt pragmatic approach ahead of '618'

China Daily  

A salesperson promotes jewelry via livestreaming in Lianyungang, Jiangsu province. GENG YUHE/FOR CHINA DAILY Major Chinese e-commerce platforms are offering steep discounts and shopping subsidies as well as simplifying promotional methods by canceling presale campaigns during this year's extended June 18 online shopping carnival, with direct price cuts being a preferred strategy. Data from Tmall, Chinese tech heavyweight Alibaba Group's …

China's smartphone shipments reach 69.3m units in Q1
8 months, 1 week 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 …

Record breaking Q2 growth in India: Apple
8 months, 1 week ago

Record breaking Q2 growth in India: Apple

The Hindu  

Apple witnessed significant growth in India and the country remains a “major focus” said Apple Inc CEO Tim Cook. ‘’In terms of the operational side or supply chain side, we are producing there, from a pragmatic point of view, you need to produce there to be competitive,’‘ he said referring to India. In another India-involved call-out during the Q2 earnings, …

Apple’s revenue drops, net sales of iPhone and iPad plunge
8 months, 1 week ago

Apple’s revenue drops, net sales of iPhone and iPad plunge

The Hindu  

Apple reported quarterly revenue of $90.8 billion, which was down 4% year over year, as it noted a drop in the net sales of iPhones, iPads, and wearables in the past one year. While it surpassed low expectations, Apple announced a record $110 billion stock buyback. The premium gadget maker has been looking to put together more of its handsets …

Apple stock rallies over upbeat forecast, record-setting stock buyback
8 months, 1 week ago

Apple stock rallies over upbeat forecast, record-setting stock buyback

Hindustan Times  

Apple Inc. shares jumped in late trading after the company posted stronger-than-expected sales last quarter and predicted a return to growth in the current period, sparking optimism that a slowdown is easing. “We believe we are well-positioned.” Cook said Thursday that Apple will stand out from its AI rivals by tightly integrating hardware and software, using in-house chips, and making …

Apple shows its steepest quarterly decline in iPhone sales since pandemic's outset
8 months, 1 week ago

Apple shows its steepest quarterly decline in iPhone sales since pandemic's outset

NPR  

Apple shows its steepest quarterly decline in iPhone sales since pandemic's outset Enlarge this image toggle caption Mark Lennihan/AP Mark Lennihan/AP Apple on Thursday disclosed its steepest quarterly decline in iPhone sales since the pandemic's outset, deepening a slump that's increasing the pressure on the trendsetting company to spruce up its products with more artificial intelligence. It marked the biggest …

Apple suffers 10% drop in quarterly iPhone sales to start the year, biggest drop since pandemic
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Apple suffers 10% drop in quarterly iPhone sales to start the year, biggest drop since pandemic

LA Times  

The sun is reflected on Apple’s Fifth Avenue store in New York. Apple on Thursday disclosed its steepest quarterly decline in iPhone sales since the pandemic’s outset, deepening a slump that’s increasing the pressure on the trendsetting company to spruce up its products with more artificial intelligence. It marked the biggest drop in iPhone sales since the July-September period in …

China's smartphone market grows 6.5% in Q1
8 months, 3 weeks 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
8 months, 3 weeks 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 overtakes Apple as top smartphone maker in Q1 2024
9 months 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?
9 months 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 …

Apple tumbling in China, iPhone shipments in February fell by about one-third from a year ago
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Apple tumbling in China, iPhone shipments in February fell by about one-third from a year ago

Firstpost  

Apple’s sales in China continue to slide. Apple’s iPhone shipments in China, plummeting by approximately one-third compared to the previous year. In January of 2024, Apple saw a 39 per cent year-on-year decrease Apple’s fortune continues to be on precarious ground in China. Official state data released on Tuesday indicates a significant decline in Apple’s iPhone shipments in China, plummeting …

Has Apple become a victim of its own success?
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Has Apple become a victim of its own success?

Live Mint  

Are most revolutions doomed to become the very thing they sought to overthrow? Directed by Ridley Scott, this ad-film was 60 seconds of fantasy iconoclasm that made an icon of Apple, although the ‘knowledge byte’ of its logo also projected it as a champion of digital democracy. In the US, however, where Apple’s iPhone has over two-thirds of the market, …

Apple to pay $490 million to settle allegations that it misled investors about iPhone sales in China
10 months ago

Apple to pay $490 million to settle allegations that it misled investors about iPhone sales in China

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 Apple has agreed to pay …

iPhone manufacturer Foxconn beats Street estimates in Q4; Net profit climbs 33% YoY on strong AI demand
10 months ago

iPhone manufacturer Foxconn beats Street estimates in Q4; Net profit climbs 33% YoY on strong AI demand

Live Mint  

iPhone manufacturer Foxconn announced its fourth quarter results on Thursday, March 14, reporting a 33 per cent year-on-year rise in net profit, driven by a strong demand for artificial intelligence servers and high sales the year-end peak season. The world’s largest contract electronics maker's Q4 net profit is the strongest YoY growth logged for a quarter since March 2021, according …

Apple China iPhone sales plunge 24% as Huawei's popularity surges
10 months, 1 week 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 …

Apple's China sales tumble highlights waning clout as local brands gain
11 months, 1 week ago

Apple's China sales tumble highlights waning clout as local brands gain

The Hindu  

Apple's weak China sales performance may have shocked investors, but customers and analysts have been noting the rising challenges the company faces in its third-largest market. Intensifying competition from domestic rivals, coupled with longer upgrade cycles as consumers spend more cautiously amid an economic slowdown, have stunted Apple's China growth, with sales there nosediving by 13% in the quarter ending …

Apple China sales lag overshadows quarterly profit, revenue beats
11 months, 1 week ago

Apple China sales lag overshadows quarterly profit, revenue beats

Live Mint  

Apple on Thursday reported China sales that missed Wall Street targets, overshadowing overall sales and profit that beat analysts' targets, powered by iPhone growth. Wall Street had been targeting just under $96 billion in sales, a small year-over-year rise, according to LSEG data, compared with Apple's forecast of roughly $90 billion, which is $5 billion below last year's figure. Apple …

Apple ends yearlong sales slump with slight revenue rise in holiday-season period but stock slips
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Apple ends yearlong sales slump with slight revenue rise in holiday-season period but stock slips

Associated Press  

SAN FRANCISCO — Apple snapped out of a yearlong sales funk during its holiday-season quarter, propelled by solid demand for the latest model of its iPhone and still-robust growth in a services division facing legal threats that could undermine its prospects. The modest revenue growth announced Thursday as part of Apple’s October-December results ended four consecutive quarters of year-over-year sales …

Apple tops India smartphone revenue in 2023, nears $10 bn mark
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Apple tops India smartphone revenue in 2023, nears $10 bn mark

Live Mint  

Apple is projected to have pipped Samsung for the top spot in terms of revenue with almost one-third of Samsung’s total shipment volume—while Apple is said to have shipped just over 10 million iPhones last year, Samsung shipped over 27.3 million to capture 18% of the market. iPhone-maker Apple marked 2023 as the first year when it topped the smartphone …

Apple Pips Samsung For The First Time To Dominate Global Smartphone Shipments In 2023
11 months, 4 weeks ago

Apple Pips Samsung For The First Time To Dominate Global Smartphone Shipments In 2023

ABP News  

In 2010, a company other than Samsung last held the top position in the global smartphone market. This significant change is fueled by Apple's all-time high market share a first time at the top, says a report by International Data Corporation. According to preliminary data from IDC's Worldwide Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker, 2023 witnessed a 3.2 per cent year-over-year decline …

Apple vs Samsung: iPhone maker overtakes South Korean giant as world's largest smartphone maker
11 months, 4 weeks ago

Apple vs Samsung: iPhone maker overtakes South Korean giant as world's largest smartphone maker

Firstpost  

In a historic shift, Apple’s iPhone outpaced Samsung’s smartphones to clinch the title of the world’s best-selling smartphone in 2023, marking the first time the South Korean tech giant has surrendered the top position since 2010. Meanwhile, Samsung experienced a 13.6 per cent decline in smartphone shipments, totalling 226.6 million units and securing a market share of 19.4 per cent, …

Apple dethrones Samsung to become world's top phone maker
11 months, 4 weeks ago

Apple dethrones Samsung to become world's top phone maker

Hindustan Times  

For the first time since 2010, Apple Inc has dethroned Samsung Electronics to become the best-selling smartphone company in 2023. Apple iPhone 15 plus Samsung, whose shipments slumped double-digits to 226.6 million, came in second, ahead of Chinese device makers like Xiaomi Corp. Apple iPhone 15 had a lukewarm reception in China, which is its biggest market in the world, …

Apple offers discounts as market heats up
11 months, 4 weeks ago

Apple offers discounts as market heats up

China Daily  

By CHENG YU | China Daily | Updated: 2024-01-17 09:21 A view of Apple Inc's flagship store in Hangzhou, Zhejiang province. It's for the first time in years that Apple is offering a discount at the beginning of a year," said Guo Tianxiang, senior analyst from market consultancy IDC China. Ivan Lam, senior analyst at market consultancy Counterpoint Research, wrote …

Big Trouble: iPhone Sales in China Continue To Fall Putting Apple Under Pressure
1 year ago

Big Trouble: iPhone Sales in China Continue To Fall Putting Apple Under Pressure

News 18  

BEIJING: Apple's iPhone sales in China dropped by 30% in the first week of 2024, Jefferies analysts said in a note, adding to signs of growing competitive pressures from domestic rivals such as Huawei for the U.S. tech giant. The decline in Apple's sales was the primary catalyst for an overall double-digit drop in China smartphone shipments for the first …

The beginning of the end for the iPhone? As Apple shares slump 4% after 'lacklustre' iPhone 15 sales, experts claim its smartphones have become 'formulaic' and warn customers are jumping ship to rival
1 year ago

The beginning of the end for the iPhone? As Apple shares slump 4% after 'lacklustre' iPhone 15 sales, experts claim its smartphones have become 'formulaic' and warn customers are jumping ship to rival

Daily Mail  

iPhone 15 has already been called potentially 'the biggest flop in Apple's history' Ever since the first iPhone was unveiled more than 15 years ago, Apple has had a vice-like grip on the smartphone market. IDC estimates it sold 215 million in 2023 Apple released its iPhone 15 range in September, equipped with a USB-C charging port and new artificial …

Trouble for Apple: More Chinese government offices and state-backed businesses are banning the iPhone
1 year ago

Trouble for Apple: More Chinese government offices and state-backed businesses are banning the iPhone

Firstpost  

Apple is increasingly finding itself in a rather problematic situation. Months after being banned by certain departments of the Chinese government, Apple’s iPhone was again banned by a number of government offices and state-backed businesses, who have asked employees to use local Numerous Chinese government agencies and state-backed firms have recently implemented a directive prohibiting employees from bringing iPhones and …

Global smart personal audio market drops down by 3%, Apple leads
1 year ago

Global smart personal audio market drops down by 3%, Apple leads

India TV News  

Global smart personal audio shipments fell by 3 per cent to 110 million units in Q3 of 2023, with developed regions which are struggling while the emerging regions grew strongly. With 23.4 million units and a 21 per cent share, Apple has led the global market, followed by Samsung and boAt. Alternative wearable forms, like air and bone conduction devices, …

Value of Apple sales underperforms Huawei, Xiaomi on China's Singles Day
1 year, 1 month ago

Value of Apple sales underperforms Huawei, Xiaomi on China's Singles Day

The Hindu  

Apple saw a decline in the value of smartphone sales during China's recent Singles Day shopping festival, data from Counterpoint Research showed, lagging domestic rivals Huawei and Xiaomi which recorded robust increases. China's e-commerce platforms such as Alibaba and JD.com did not release sales figures for the Singles Day festival, having dropped the practice last year, although JD.com said the …

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