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Monday 9 June 2025
Apple's iPhone 17 could see price hike as tariff pressures mount, global smartphone outlook dims
As Apple prepares to unveil its highly anticipated iPhone 17 series in the fall of 2025, rumors of a price increase have begun to surface. Market research firm Counterpoint Research...
Tuesday 3 June 2025
Global smartphones, 1Q 2025

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Wednesday 28 May 2025
Sony doubles down on premium niche with Xperia 1 VII to salvage shrinking market presence
Sony has unveiled its 2025 flagship smartphone, the Xperia 1 VII, aiming to strengthen its position in the high-end segment despite its diminished influence in the global smartphone...
Wednesday 28 May 2025
Xiaomi sharpens premium push, streamlines global smartphone operations to boost profitability
Xiaomi is doubling down on its smartphone premiumization strategy as it adapts to evolving market dynamics in China and abroad, company executives said during its first-quarter 2025...
Saturday 3 May 2025
Murata braces for 8-year profit nadir as smartphone, auto headwinds mount
Murata Manufacturing anticipates its profit for fiscal year 2025 (April 2025 to March 2026) to hit an eight-year low, citing stagnant demand for smartphones and automotive components,...
Monday 10 March 2025
Global smartphones, 4Q 2024

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Tuesday 11 February 2025
Top 4 global smartphone trends shaping 2025
The global smartphone market is set to expand, with demand projected to exceed 1.2 billion units in 2024 and grow further by 2% to 4% in 2025, fueled by the rising shipment of affordable...
Thursday 16 January 2025
Apple's supply chain evolves: iPhone makers pivot as India and China gain ground
Recent shifts in the global smartphone manufacturing landscape highlight diversification efforts among iPhone manufacturers. Tata Electronics is exploring partnerships with major...
Thursday 26 December 2024
Samsung to reportedly slash 2025 foldable phone targets amid weak Galaxy Z6 sales
Samsung Electronics (Samsung) plans to boost shipments of its Galaxy S series in 2025 while scaling back targets for the Galaxy Z series, as the company shifts focus to its flagship...
Monday 2 December 2024
GenAI drives smartphone market revival, but innovation gaps remain
Global smartphone shipments have slowed in recent years due to high inflation, market saturation, and extended replacement cycles. However, the surge in generative AI (GenAI) has...
Tuesday 26 November 2024
Global smartphone shipments to see six-year CAGR of 3.6% from 2024-2029, says DIGITIMES Research
DIGITIMES Research, by synthesizing supply chain information, regional market conditions, and analyzing global political and economic trends, forecasts that global smartphone shipments...
Wednesday 23 October 2024
Global smartphone shipment forecast, 2025 and beyond

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Wednesday 23 October 2024
Smartphone shipments in India grow by 9% in 3Q24; Vivo claims top position for first time
While the global smartphone market continues to grapple with excess inventories, smartphone shipments in India grew by 9% compared to the same period last year. However, the industry...
Wednesday 11 September 2024
Huawei reenters the ring after 6 years, championing 7nm Mate XT following 3nm iPhone 16 announcement
On September 10, Huawei and Apple, the former dominant entities in the global smartphone industry, simultaneously unveiled their next smartphones after a six-year hiatus.
Tuesday 10 September 2024
Global smartphones, 2Q 2024

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