Global smartphone shipments projected to decline by 12.9% in 2026: IDC

Global smartphone shipments are forecast to experience a significant downturn in 2026. Shipments are expected to drop by 12.9% year-over-year (YoY), bringing the total market volume down to 1.1 billion units, according to the latest data from the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker. Continue reading “Global smartphone shipments projected to decline by 12.9% in 2026: IDC”

India smartphone shipments fall 5% YoY in Q4 2025: IDC

India’s smartphone market closed 2025 with marginal growth, according to the Worldwide Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker released by International Data Corporation (IDC). Shipments rose 0.5% year-over-year to 152 million units. After a subdued start, volumes recovered during the middle of the year before weakening again in the final quarter. Continue reading “India smartphone shipments fall 5% YoY in Q4 2025: IDC”

Indian budget 5G smartphone shipments surge by over 1900% YoY in 2025: CMR

According to CyberMedia Research’s (CMR) India Mobile Handset Market Review for Calendar Year 2025 (CY2025), the Indian smartphone sector has entered a significant phase of structural transition. Continue reading “Indian budget 5G smartphone shipments surge by over 1900% YoY in 2025: CMR”

India smartphone market grew 1% YoY in volume and 8% YoY in value in 2025: Counterpoint

India’s smartphone market showed uneven movement in 2025, according to Counterpoint Research’s Monthly India Smartphone Tracker. The year began with slower activity due to elevated channel inventory and a limited number of new launches. Market conditions improved from Q2 as fresh models entered the market and channel stocking increased during the festive period, contributing to a record quarterly value in Q3. Continue reading “India smartphone market grew 1% YoY in volume and 8% YoY in value in 2025: Counterpoint”

Global smartphone revenues grew 13% YoY in Q4 2025: Report

The global smartphone market recorded 13% year-on-year (YoY) revenue growth in Q4 2025, reaching $143 billion, the highest quarterly revenue on record, according to Counterpoint Research’s Market Monitor Service. Smartphone shipments grew 5% YoY, reflecting continued value-led growth as consumers shifted toward higher-priced devices. Continue reading “Global smartphone revenues grew 13% YoY in Q4 2025: Report”

India smartphone shipments fell 1% in 2025: Report

India’s smartphone market recorded a modest decline in 2025 amid weaker demand and rising costs, according to Omdia. Shipments fell 7% year-on-year to 34.5 million units in 4Q25, reflecting a post-festive slowdown, elevated channel inventories, a depreciating rupee, and reduced mass-market affordability following price increases driven by memory cost pressures. Continue reading “India smartphone shipments fell 1% in 2025: Report”

Clicks Communicator Android phone with keyboard announced

Clicks Technology has introduced Clicks Communicator, a new Android-based mobile communicator designed with a primary focus on typing, messaging, and voice-driven tasks rather than continuous content consumption. Continue reading “Clicks Communicator Android phone with keyboard announced”

Your next phone could cost 40% more with half the RAM, thanks to AI boom

Have you ever come across a post on social media where people rant about the drastic increase in prices of consumer RAM and SSD storage? It’s not just noise; the numbers back it up. Continue reading “Your next phone could cost 40% more with half the RAM, thanks to AI boom”

HMD 100 and HMD 101 launched in India

HMD has expanded its 2G feature phone lineup in India with two new models — HMD 100 and HMD 101. Both devices feature a 1.77-inch display and a compact build designed for everyday use. Continue reading “HMD 100 and HMD 101 launched in India”

Global smartphone shipments expected to rise 1.5% YoY in 2025, forecast to decline 0.9% in 2026: IDC

Global smartphone shipments are projected to grow 1.5% year-on-year (YoY) in 2025, reaching 1.25 billion units, according to the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker. Continue reading “Global smartphone shipments expected to rise 1.5% YoY in 2025, forecast to decline 0.9% in 2026: IDC”

Indian smartphone shipments up 4.3% YoY in Q3 2025: IDC

India’s smartphone market reached a five-year high in the festive third quarter of 2025 (3Q25), with shipments growing 4.3% year-over-year (YoY) to 48 million units, according to IDC’s Worldwide Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker. Continue reading “Indian smartphone shipments up 4.3% YoY in Q3 2025: IDC”

Indian Smartphone Market up 5% YoY in Q3 2025; Apple enters top 5 spot: Counterpoint

India’s smartphone market grew 5% YoY in terms of shipments and 18% YoY in terms of value in Q3 2025 (July–September), reaching its highest-ever quarterly value, according to Counterpoint Research’s Monthly India Smartphone Tracker. Thanks to festive deals and strong demand for its iPhone 16 and 15 series, Apple entered the top five by volume, with India emerging as the third-largest iPhone market.

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India smartphone market grows 3% YoY in Q3 2025: Report

India’s smartphone shipments increased 3% year-on-year (YoY) in Q3 2025, reaching 48.4 million units, according to the latest data from Omdia. The growth was supported by new model launches in July and August, channel restocking, and an early festive season that advanced inventory flows. Continue reading “India smartphone market grows 3% YoY in Q3 2025: Report”

Global smartphone shipments increase 2.6% YoY in Q3 2025: IDC

International Data Corporation (IDC) has released its latest Worldwide Smartphone Market Tracker, reporting that smartphone shipments increased by 2.6% year-over-year (YoY) to 322.7 million units in Q3 2025. Research analysts attribute this upward trend to innovative form factors and more affordable AI-enabled smartphones.

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JioBharat safety-first 4G feature phone launched for Rs. 799

At the India Mobile Congress (IMC) 2025, Reliance Jio introduced the new Safety-First capability for its JioBharat phones, designed to make family communication more secure and reliable. The feature combines smart connectivity and digital care within Jio’s affordable 4G phone platform to help families stay connected and protected. Continue reading “JioBharat safety-first 4G feature phone launched for Rs. 799”