The Personal Computing Report provides structured analysis of the technologies, products, and markets shaping the future of personal computing. Coverage includes AI PCs, notebooks, desktops, tablets, and client computing platforms, examining how artificial intelligence, hardware innovation, and software ecosystems are transforming user experiences.
The report tracks product developments, processor platforms, operating systems, supply chain trends, and market performance across consumer and enterprise segments. It serves as a practical reference for understanding the evolution of personal computing and the opportunities driving future growth.
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DIGITIMES observes that the global smartphone market has entered a mature phase. Although foldable smartphones continue to post strong growth, foldable shipments are projected to account for less than 3% of total smartphone shipments in 2026, with high prices, the crease, software compatibility, and repair costs limiting further market penetration.
According to DIGITIMES observations and analysis, smartphone memory contract prices in the first half of 2026 often rose 50% to 80% quarter-over-quarter.
DIGITIMES says the most closely watched model in Apple's high-end iPhone 18 lineup, launched in September 2026, is the long-anticipated first foldable smartphone, the iPhone Duo.
DIGITIMES notes that China continued to advance smart glasses policies from the central government to local governments in 2026, driving both enterprise production and consumer purchase subsidies.
DIGITIMES' survey of July 2026 notebook shipments (excluding detachable models) from the world's top five notebook brands (excluding Apple) and the top three notebook ODMs
According to DIGITIMES, smartphone memory contract prices surged by 50% to 80% in the first half of 2026, prompting most vendors to continue cutting shipments of mid- and low-end models and to raise product prices.
Taiwan notebook industry, 2Q 2026
AI glasses partners drive growth as eye and head tracking take center stage
China smartphone market and industry, 2Q 2026: 2H26 shipments to drop by over 30% YoY
In May 2026, combined shipments from the top five notebook brands increased by approximately 8% month-over-month. However, shipments by brand vendors were still down about 6% compared with May 2025.