Indian smartphone market saw 1% YoY growth in 2023: IDC

The India smartphone market witnessed a slight growth of 1% YoY in 2023, shipping a total of 146 million smartphones as reported by the International Data Corporation (IDC). Continue reading “Indian smartphone market saw 1% YoY growth in 2023: IDC”

5G compatibility, Camera quality, and Battery Life dominate Indian smartphone preferences: CMR

CyberMedia Research (CMR) has released a comprehensive study focusing on consumer preferences and retailer sentiments in the Indian smartphone market. Continue reading “5G compatibility, Camera quality, and Battery Life dominate Indian smartphone preferences: CMR”

Global smartphone shipments grow 8.6% YoY in Q4 2023, Apple grows 6.5% YoY: Report

Global smartphone shipments in the fourth quarter of 2023 reached 328 million units, marking an 8.6% increase from 4Q22, reports research firm Omdia. Continue reading “Global smartphone shipments grow 8.6% YoY in Q4 2023, Apple grows 6.5% YoY: Report”

Rugged CAT phone maker ‘Bullitt Group’ shuts down

Bullitt Group, the UK-based smartphone maker known for rugged devices, appears to have closed down on January 26. This follows earlier reports of the company’s financial troubles, as noted by The Daily Telegraph. Continue reading “Rugged CAT phone maker ‘Bullitt Group’ shuts down”

Indian smartphone shipments grow 25% YoY in Q4 2023: Counterpoint

According to Counterpoint’s Monthly India Smartphone Tracker, India’s smartphone shipments witnessed a 25% YoY growth in Q4 2023, bouncing back after a year-long decline. Continue reading “Indian smartphone shipments grow 25% YoY in Q4 2023: Counterpoint”

With Samsung Galaxy AI, the new era of mobile devices is here

Samsung has just announced its Galaxy S24 series in San Jose, California. We went behind the scenes and had the opportunity to play with these shiny new devices for some time. Samsung is going all-in on AI and calling it Galaxy AI, with AI integrated into several aspects of the phones.

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Global smartphone shipments declined 3.2% YoY in 2023: IDC

According to preliminary data from the International Data Corporation (IDC) worldwide quarterly mobile phone tracker, global smartphone shipments declined by 3.2% year over year in 2023. On a positive note, Q4 2023 saw an 8.5% year-over-year growth, laying the foundation for the expected recovery in 2024.

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Global premium smartphone market expected to see 6% YoY growth in 2023

The global premium smartphone market’s sales are likely to grow 6% YoY in 2023 to hit a new record, according to Counterpoint Research’s Market Pusle Service. The research includes smartphones having a wholesale price of ≥ USD 600 (Rs. 50,000 approx.). Interestingly, the volume growth in 2023 is 3X more compared to 2016.

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HMD Global dominates feature phone market in Q3 2023: IDC

HMD Global, known for Nokia phones, has secured the top spot in the feature phone market, leading in market share by value and ranking second by volume, according to the latest IDC Q3’23 report. Continue reading “HMD Global dominates feature phone market in Q3 2023: IDC”

Indian smartphone shipments flat in Q3 2023, Apple sees 34% YoY growth: Counterpoint

India’s smartphone shipments remained unchanged in the third quarter of 2023 (July-September), according to data from Counterpoint’s Monthly India Smartphone Tracker. Continue reading “Indian smartphone shipments flat in Q3 2023, Apple sees 34% YoY growth: Counterpoint”

Global smartphone shipments declined 0.1% YoY in Q3 2023: IDC

In the third quarter of 2023, worldwide smartphone shipments experienced a marginal 0.1% decline, totaling 302.8 million units, as per preliminary data from the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker. Continue reading “Global smartphone shipments declined 0.1% YoY in Q3 2023: IDC”

Global smartphone shipments declined 8% YoY in Q3 2023: Counterpoint

Global smartphone sales dropped by 8% compared to the same time last year in Q3 2023. This marks the ninth straight quarter of decline, but there was a 2% growth compared to the previous quarter, according to research from Counterpoint’s Market Pulse service. Continue reading “Global smartphone shipments declined 8% YoY in Q3 2023: Counterpoint”

Fairphone 5 with sustainable design, 5 years warranty announced

Fairphone has unveiled its latest flagship smartphone, the Fairphone 5, which the company claims is the most sustainable smartphone yet. This release is poised to revolutionize the smartphone industry by setting new standards for sustainability and fairness. Continue reading “Fairphone 5 with sustainable design, 5 years warranty announced”

Indian smartphone market declines 6% YoY in Q2 2023, 5G segment up 45% YoY: CMR

According to CyberMedia Research (CMR)’s India Mobile Handset Market Review Report for Q2 2023, 5G smartphone shipments in India increased to 47%, with a YoY growth of 45%. Continue reading “Indian smartphone market declines 6% YoY in Q2 2023, 5G segment up 45% YoY: CMR”

Indian smartphone shipments declined 10% YoY in Q2 2023, vivo beats Samsung to grab top spot: IDC

In the first half of 2023, India’s smartphone market saw a 10% YoY decrease, shipping 64 million units, according to IDC’s Worldwide Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker. Furthermore, there was a 7.8% YoY decline in global smartphone shipments in Q2, 2023. Continue reading “Indian smartphone shipments declined 10% YoY in Q2 2023, vivo beats Samsung to grab top spot: IDC”