5G smartphone shipments in India grew 74% YoY in CY2022: Report
1 year, 10 months ago

5G smartphone shipments in India grew 74% YoY in CY2022: Report

The Hindu  

5G smartphone shipments in India grew by 74% with Samsung leading the segment with a 23% market share, followed by OnePlus with a 15% market share, according to CyberMedia Research ’s India Mobile Handset Market Review Report for CY2022. The 5G smartphone shipment share increased to 31%, with shipments growing 74% YoY in 2022, around $20Bn value of 5G smartphones being shipped in 2022, the report shared. Samsung, with a 19% market share, was the leader in the premium smartphone segment with a 31% share, its 5G smartphone shipments crossed the 10Mn mark and recorded a 142% YoY growth. Apple captured 4% market share with a 17% YoY increase in its shipments with 79% of iPhones shipped being in the super-premium smartphone segment.

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Smartphone market stays below pandemic levels, concerns remain
6 days, 19 hours ago

Smartphone market stays below pandemic levels, concerns remain

Live Mint  

India’s $40-billion-plus smartphone economy is likely to continue below the demand in the pandemic era, raising concerns around how the market can revive itself. With government-affiliated think-tank Niti Aayog valuing India’s electronics industry at $155 billion as of the past fiscal, the smartphone economy is important as it accounts for over a quarter of the electronics market, without taking exports …

Best phones under Rs 60,000 (Dec 2024): Samsung Galaxy S24 5G, Realme GT 7 Pro to Apple iPhone 15
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Best phones under Rs 60,000 (Dec 2024): Samsung Galaxy S24 5G, Realme GT 7 Pro to Apple iPhone 15

Firstpost  

It is fair to expect a couple of flagship devices within a budget of Rs 60,000. The Samsung Galaxy S24 5G has a 6.2-inch Full HD+ Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X display with 2600 nits peak brightness, HDR10+ compliance and 120Hz refresh rate. ImageCredit: Firstpost | Mehul Reuben Das The photography department comprises three rear cameras starting with a 50MP primary …

Best mobile phones under Rs 15,000 in December 2024: CMF Phone 1, Moto G64 and more
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Best mobile phones under Rs 15,000 in December 2024: CMF Phone 1, Moto G64 and more

India Today  

Looking for a powerful and affordable smartphone without breaking the bank? The 50MP main camera captures decent photos and videos for a phone at this price, and the 5,000mAh battery provides good battery life. With Nothing OS 2.6 based on Android 14, the CMF Phone 1 offers a clean and intuitive user experience. Otherwise, the Motorola G64 5G features a …

OnePlus 11R 5G a massive price drop in India: Price, availability and more
3 weeks, 2 days ago

OnePlus 11R 5G a massive price drop in India: Price, availability and more

India TV News  

If you are someone who is looking forward to upgrade to a OnePlus smartphone- specifically the flagship device, then here is an amazing deal which you would not want to miss. During this sale season, Amazon and Flipkart are offering incredible deals and discounts on smartphones, which include the OnePlus 11R 5G. OnePlus 11R 5G: Discount on Flipkart The OnePlus …

India leads the world in 5G users and genAI adoption, finds Ericsson study
3 weeks, 4 days ago

India leads the world in 5G users and genAI adoption, finds Ericsson study

Firstpost  

India’s 5G adoption continues to grow, with satisfaction rates among users climbing from 48 per cent in 2023 to 57 per cent in 2024. Image Credit: Pexels India is leading the charge in 5G adoption and generative artificial intelligence use, according to the 2024 Ericsson ConsumerLab Report, “Elevating 5G with Differentiated Connectivity.” The study, based on a survey of over …

India will have more than 270 mn 5G subs by 2024-end, 970 mn by 2030: Ericsson report
4 weeks ago

India will have more than 270 mn 5G subs by 2024-end, 970 mn by 2030: Ericsson report

Live Mint  

India is poised to become a 5G powerhouse in the coming years, with projections indicating that 5G subscriptions will exceed 270 million by the end of 2024, according to the latest Ericsson Mobility Report. By 2030, the number of 5G subscriptions is expected to climb to around 970 million, accounting for 74% of all mobile subscriptions, the report said. The …

Apple sets record as Indian smartphone market expands by 5.6 per cent in Q3 2024
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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
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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
1 month, 1 week 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
1 month, 1 week 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 …

Smartphone Sales Set to Soar This Diwali: AIMRA
1 month, 3 weeks 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
3 months, 2 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 …

5G Phones Under Rs 8,000 Soon In India
4 months, 2 weeks ago

5G Phones Under Rs 8,000 Soon In India

News 18  

The market for 5G smartphones in India is soon going to explode with the expected launch of devices in the sub-Rs 10,000 segment. Qualcomm recently introduced its Snapdragon 4s Gen 2 chipset that promises people the chance to buy and experience 5G data speeds without spending big on a phone. Here’s a closer look at the 5 things we hope …

Xiaomi, followed by Vivo and Samsung, lead in smartphone shipments: Q2 2024
4 months, 3 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
4 months, 4 weeks 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
5 months 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 …

Global smartphone market sees 6.5 per cent growth in Q2, Samsung and Apple lead: IDC Report
5 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 …

China sees an increase in 5G smartphone shipments
5 months, 1 week 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 …

5G subscriptions in India are expected to account for more than half of all mobile subscriptions by end of 2029, says study
5 months, 3 weeks ago

5G subscriptions in India are expected to account for more than half of all mobile subscriptions by end of 2029, says study

The Hindu  

5G subscriptions in India are expected to account for nearly 65% of all mobile subscriptions by the end of 2029 reaching 840 million. At end of 2023, 5G subscriptions stood at around 119 million, Ericsson Mobility report said. Globally, mobile network data traffic grew 25% year-on-year between the end of March 2023 and the end of March 2024, driven primarily …

Apple’s iPhone shipments fall 10% as android rivals rise: What's happening?
8 months, 1 week 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 …

Top Tech News Today: Motorola Edge 50 Pro Price Leaked, India Bags 14 Spot Globally In 5G Media Download Speeds
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Top Tech News Today: Motorola Edge 50 Pro Price Leaked, India Bags 14 Spot Globally In 5G Media Download Speeds

ABP News  

Motorola Edge 50 Pro European Price Leaked Ahead Of India Launch Motorola is preparing to unveil its next mid-range flagship, the Motorola Edge 50 Pro, in India on April 3. Its predecessor, the Motorola Edge 40 Pro, was launched in April last year with a price tag of 899.99 euros for the sole 12GB RAM + 256GB storage variant. India …

India Nears Rs 20 Lakh Crore Mobile Production Target: All You Need To Know
9 months, 2 weeks ago

India Nears Rs 20 Lakh Crore Mobile Production Target: All You Need To Know

News 18  

India is close to achieving the target of Rs 20 lakh crore worth mobile phone production in the last 10 years, while crossing Rs 1.20 lakh crore worth phone exports in the current fiscal year — a whopping 7,500 per cent increase in exports over a decade — top electronics industry body India Cellular and Electronics Association said on Thursday. …

5G smartphone shipments surpass 2 billion globally in Q4 2023
10 months 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 …

Oppo F25 Pro 5G to launch in India on February 29: Here's everything you need to know
10 months ago

Oppo F25 Pro 5G to launch in India on February 29: Here's everything you need to know

India TV News  

Oppo is all set to launch its Oppo F25 Pro 5G in India. The Oppo F25 Pro 5G will launch on February 29 in India. Oppo F25 Pro 5G India price Oppo F25 Pro 5G will come in Lava Red colour, but there may be other options as well. Oppo F25 Pro 5G specifications Oppo F25 Pro 5G boasts a …

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

Apple gets record shipments in India. This iPhone is sold most
10 months, 1 week ago

Apple gets record shipments in India. This iPhone is sold most

Hindustan Times  

In the October- December quarter, Apple achieved record shipments in the Indian smartphone market, capturing a 7 per cent market share, according to Canalys research. The report says that Indian smartphone vendors capitalised on robust festival season demand, propelling Q4 shipments to an impressive 3.89 crore units, representing a substantial 20 per cent year-on-year rebound. Additionally, discounts on the previous-generation …

Apple tops India smartphone revenue in 2023, nears $10 bn mark
10 months, 3 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 …

Import duty on mobile phone components cut to 10% from 15%
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Import duty on mobile phone components cut to 10% from 15%

Live Mint  

The Centre has reduced import duty on parts used for mobile phone manufacturing to 10% from 15%, in a move to push mobile phone manufacturing in India amid the country's larger focus on exports and becoming a player in global supply chains. Building scale, riding on low input tariffs is key to transforming India into a global hub for electronics …

Nokia sales and profit drop as economic challenges lead to cutback on 5G investment
10 months, 4 weeks ago

Nokia sales and profit drop as economic challenges lead to cutback on 5G investment

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 Nokia on Thursday reported a …

Realme sells 100 million smartphones in India in five years, aims to enter top five smartphone brands
11 months ago

Realme sells 100 million smartphones in India in five years, aims to enter top five smartphone brands

India TV News  

Chinese smartphone maker Realme has surpassed 100 million smartphone shipments in India in 2023 within just five years of its inception, and the brand will sharpen its focus this year on enhancing performance, photography, and design to further elevate its sales trajectory, its Vice President Chase Xu said. Globally, Realme aspires to enter the top five smartphone brands, currently holding …

Apple Pips Samsung For The First Time To Dominate Global Smartphone Shipments In 2023
11 months, 1 week 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, 1 week 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, …

Smartphones see a muted ’23, this year may be better
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Smartphones see a muted ’23, this year may be better

Live Mint  

New Delhi: India’s smartphone market cooled for a second straight year in 2023, analysts polled by Mint said, even as they expect the year ahead to be better than the last. Smartphone volumes at 144-145 million units in 2023 remained unchanged from the previous year or were slightly less, four telecom analysts polled by Mint said. However, helped by higher-priced …

Samsung introduces Galaxy A15 5G and A25 5G in India: What sets them apart? DEETS here
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Samsung introduces Galaxy A15 5G and A25 5G in India: What sets them apart? DEETS here

India TV News  

Samsung has launched the Galaxy A15 5G and Galaxy A25 5G smartphones in India, catering to the mid-range segment. Aditya Babbar, Senior Director, Mobile Business, Samsung India, stated, "Galaxy A25 5G and Galaxy A15 5G take the legacy of Galaxy A series forward with a superior camera and a host of photo-editing features for users to capture and edit on-the-go …

Best phones under Rs 50,000 (Dec 2023): Samsung Galaxy S22 5G, Google Pixel 7a to Nothing Phone (2)
1 year ago

Best phones under Rs 50,000 (Dec 2023): Samsung Galaxy S22 5G, Google Pixel 7a to Nothing Phone (2)

Firstpost  

We thought the festive sales were over by now. Best phones to buy under Rs 50,000 in India Samsung Galaxy S22 5G Samsung’s previous flagship phone is currently selling under 50K and offers a great mix of features and performance. Samsung Galaxy S22 5G price in India: Rs 49,999 for 8GB RAM/128GB storage Google Pixel 7a At first we considered …

India’s smartphone market sees flat growth in September quarter
1 year, 1 month ago

India’s smartphone market sees flat growth in September quarter

Live Mint  

New Delhi: India’s smartphone market posted almost flat year-on-year growth during the second quarter of 2023-24, with shipments of 44 million units. Next year, we will see affordable 5G and foldable phones at the mid to premium end, but inflationary stress and longer refresh cycles may limit annual market growth in 2024,” said Navkendar Singh, assistant vice- president, devices research, …

5G Budget Phones Are Not Dead In India: Qualcomm To News18
1 year, 1 month ago

5G Budget Phones Are Not Dead In India: Qualcomm To News18

News 18  

Indian users can finally expect brands to launch budget 5G phones helping them use the new high-speed network in the country. Speaking to News18 recently, Savi Soin, President of Qualcomm India talked about his company’s relative absence from the sub-Rs 10,000 mobile segment in the country with 5G phones so far. We have been hearing from brands about their plans …

31 million users in India seen upgrading to 5G phones by December: Ericsson survey
1 year, 2 months ago

31 million users in India seen upgrading to 5G phones by December: Ericsson survey

The Hindu  

As many as 31 million smartphone users in India are expected to upgrade to 5G phones between now and December, a report by Ericsson said on Tuesday underlining the accelerated pace at which the world’s second largest telecom market is adopting the ultra high-speed services. Swedish telecom maker Ericsson’s Consumer Lab’s Global Survey released on Tuesday pointed out that 5G …

31 mn Indians may upgrade to 5G phones in 2023
1 year, 2 months ago

31 mn Indians may upgrade to 5G phones in 2023

Live Mint  

New Delhi: Nearly 31 million users in India are expected to upgrade to 5G phones in 2023, and 39% are willing to pay more for higher data usage on 5G plans, a report by Ericsson Consumer Lab's Global Survey said. The research shows that one in five smartphone users are willing to pay an average premium of 14 percent for …

India emerges as second-largest global hub for mobile phone manufacturing
1 year, 2 months ago

India emerges as second-largest global hub for mobile phone manufacturing

India TV News  

India has risen to become the world's second-largest manufacturing hub for mobile phones, largely attributed to significant investments from original equipment manufacturers, original design manufacturers, and companies specializing in mobile components and parts, according to a recent report. This development is a significant boost to India's "Make in India" initiative, with recent data from government and industry sources revealing mobile …

Flipkart Big Billion Days Sale 2023: Schedule, deals, offers on Moto G54 5G, Samsung Galaxy F34 5G, Vivo T2 Pro 5G, more
1 year, 2 months ago

Flipkart Big Billion Days Sale 2023: Schedule, deals, offers on Moto G54 5G, Samsung Galaxy F34 5G, Vivo T2 Pro 5G, more

Live Mint  

The Flipkart Big Billion Days 2023 sale in India will start on October 8, with discounts on a wide range of products including smartphones, electronics, fashion, and home appliances. The official dates for the Flipkart Big Billion Days 2023 sale have been announced. {{^adFree}} {{/adFree}} Flipkart has partnered with various lenders like ICICI Bank, Axis Bank, and Kotak Bank to …

Global 5G Mobile Subscriptions Reach 1.3 Bn, India Adds Most Overall Users
1 year, 3 months ago

Global 5G Mobile Subscriptions Reach 1.3 Bn, India Adds Most Overall Users

News 18  

Global 5G subscriptions grew by 175 million in the second quarter while India accounted for the most net addition of overall mobile subscriptions with over seven million new users in the period, a new report showed on Tuesday. In the second quarter, the number of mobile subscriptions totalled 8.3 billion, with a net addition of 40 million subscriptions during the …

Apple's upcoming iPhone 15 series could overtake Samsung in global smartphone market: Report
1 year, 3 months ago

Apple's upcoming iPhone 15 series could overtake Samsung in global smartphone market: Report

India TV News  

A recent report by market intelligence company TrendForce suggests that Apple's upcoming iPhone 15 series has the potential to challenge Samsung's long-standing position as the global market leader in smartphones. The global smartphone production industry has faced consecutive quarterly declines, with the second quarter of 2023 witnessing a 6.6 per cent drop, resulting in a total production of approximately 272 …

New battles define a slowing Indian smartphone market
1 year, 4 months ago

New battles define a slowing Indian smartphone market

Hindustan Times  

Which brand is the number one smartphone maker in India at present? “Despite an overall decline in smartphone shipments, the 5G smartphone segment showed promising performance capturing 47% market share; up from 31% in Q2 2022,” says Shipra Sinha, analyst for Industry Intelligence Group at CyberMedia Research. Research firms IDC and TechInsights Inc in their reports peg Vivo as having …

Samsung leads 5G market share in Q2 in India; smartphone shipments decline overall: Report
1 year, 4 months ago

Samsung leads 5G market share in Q2 in India; smartphone shipments decline overall: Report

The Hindu  

Samsung leads the 5G smartphone market in India with a 24% market share, followed by OnePlus, noted CyberMedia Research ’s Q2 2023 data released on Friday. Meanwhile, smartphone market shipments declined 6% YoY, while the overall mobile market declined by 2% YoY. Premium segment recorded 9% YoY growth, the super-premium smartphone segment grew 95% and the uber-premium segment witnessed 133% …

Top 10 Smartphone Brands in India 2023: Vivo no.1 But Xiaomi no. 5
1 year, 4 months ago

Top 10 Smartphone Brands in India 2023: Vivo no.1 But Xiaomi no. 5

News 18  

Vivo is the surprising leader of the Indian smartphone market in Q2 2023 as per the latest industry reports. Vivo’s position was already growing thanks to its market strategy and now with Xiaomi droppin way down to number 5 on the list, the brand has managed to surpass the likes of Samsung to become the leading brand in the market. …

India’s premium smartphone shipments grew 112% YoY in Q2 as overall demand improved
1 year, 4 months ago

India’s premium smartphone shipments grew 112% YoY in Q2 as overall demand improved

The Hindu  

Smartphone shipments in India declined by 3% year-over-year in Q2 2023, down from 19% in Q1. Meanwhile, the premium segment in the country grew by 112% YoY in Q2 2023, contributing a record 17% to overall shipments, Counterpoint, a global analysis firm, said in a blog post. At the consumers’ end, falling inflation and better growth prospects along with 5G …

Global smartphone market declined 8% YoY in Q2 2023, premium segment remains immune: report
1 year, 5 months ago

Global smartphone market declined 8% YoY in Q2 2023, premium segment remains immune: report

The Hindu  

The global smartphone market declined 8% year-over-year in Q2 2023, making it the eighth consecutive quarter to witness YoY decline. The slowdown in growth can be attributed to the global smartphone market moving past its growth phase, consumer replacement cycles getting longer, convergence in device innovation, and the emergence of a more mature refurbished market for smartphones. Premium segment remains …

Slow 5G adoption in India due to limited coverage and affordable handset availability
1 year, 5 months ago

Slow 5G adoption in India due to limited coverage and affordable handset availability

India TV News  

According to a recent report by Counterpoint Research, the mass adoption of 5G in India is being hindered by patchy network coverage and the lack of affordable 5G handsets. Furthermore, the report highlighted the lack of awareness about the use cases of 5G and the limited availability of 5G handsets priced below Rs 10,000. Counterpoint's data revealed that 5G smartphone …

57 Percent Of Mobile Subscriptions In India Expected To Be 5G By 2028: Report
1 year, 6 months ago

57 Percent Of Mobile Subscriptions In India Expected To Be 5G By 2028: Report

News 18  

The 5G subscription in India is estimated to have reached about 10 million by 2022 end, and is seen accounting for about 57 per cent of mobile subscriptions in the country by the end of 2028, making it “the fastest growing" 5G region globally, according to Ericsson Mobility Report. The geopolitical challenges and macroeconomic slowdown in some markets notwithstanding, communications …

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