Indian smartphone shipments decline 3% YoY in Q2 2023, premium segment up 112% YoY: Counterpoint

India’s smartphone shipments experienced a 3% Year-on-Year (YoY) decline in Q2 2023 (April-June) as per Counterpoint’s Monthly India Smartphone Tracker. Continue reading “Indian smartphone shipments decline 3% YoY in Q2 2023, premium segment up 112% YoY: Counterpoint”

Global smartphone shipments declined 7.8% YoY in Q2 2023: IDC

According to the International Data Corporation (IDC), global smartphone shipments experienced a year-over-year decline of 7.8% in the second quarter of 2023 (2Q23). Continue reading “Global smartphone shipments declined 7.8% YoY in Q2 2023: IDC”

Global smartphone shipments declined 8% YoY, 5% QoQ in Q2 2023: Counterpoint

According to the latest research from Counterpoint’s Market Pulse service, the global smartphone market experienced an 8% year-over-year (YoY) and 5% quarter-over-quarter (QoQ) decline in sell-through during Q2 2023. Continue reading “Global smartphone shipments declined 8% YoY, 5% QoQ in Q2 2023: Counterpoint”

JioBharat poised to dominate feature phone segment: Report

Jio recently announced the launch of Jio Bharat (JB) Phone, a new entry-level 4G feature phone. This move is aligned with India’s ‘2G-MUKT BHARAT’ vision and aims to cater to the low-end market segment that lacks access to the internet. Continue reading “JioBharat poised to dominate feature phone segment: Report”

Itel Super Guru feature phones with in-built UPI launched starting at Rs. 1499

Itel has launched its ‘Super Guru’ series of feature phones in India. The series includes three models: Super Guru 200, Super Guru 400, and Super Guru 600. Earlier this month, the Itel launched the S23. Continue reading “Itel Super Guru feature phones with in-built UPI launched starting at Rs. 1499”

Kyocera to quit consumer smartphone market by 2025

Kyocera has announced its decision to exit the consumer smartphone market by March 2025 and refocus its consumer strategy in Japan to align with its business-first approach in North America. Continue reading “Kyocera to quit consumer smartphone market by 2025”

Indian smartphone shipments declined 16% YoY in Q1 2023: IDC

According to IDC research, 31 million smartphones were shipped in India in 1Q23 (Jan-Mar), a 16% YoY (year-over-year) decline and the lowest first-quarter shipments in four years. The biggest highlight of Q1 2023 is Samsung’s return to the top spot after more than five years. Continue reading “Indian smartphone shipments declined 16% YoY in Q1 2023: IDC”

Global smartphone shipments declined 14.6% YoY in Q1 2023: IDC

The International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker has released preliminary data indicating a 14.6% decline in global smartphone shipments to 268.6 million units in the first quarter of 2023 (1Q23). Continue reading “Global smartphone shipments declined 14.6% YoY in Q1 2023: IDC”

Indian smartphone shipments decline 19% YoY in Q1 2023: Counterpoint

India’s smartphone market faced its highest ever Q1 decline, falling 19% YoY in Q1 2023 to over 31 million units, as per Counterpoint’s Market Monitor. Continue reading “Indian smartphone shipments decline 19% YoY in Q1 2023: Counterpoint”

Indian smartphone shipments fell by 20% YoY in Q1 2023: Canalys

India’s smartphone market saw an unprecedented decline of 20% in Q1 2023, according to a new report by Canalys. This follows a 6% drop in smartphone shipments in Q4 2022, as reported by Canalys earlier. Continue reading “Indian smartphone shipments fell by 20% YoY in Q1 2023: Canalys”

Apple leads as India’s mobile exports set to top $10 billion in FY22-23

According to a new ICEA report, India is poised to achieve an impressive $10 billion worth of smartphone exports in the current fiscal year. Continue reading “Apple leads as India’s mobile exports set to top $10 billion in FY22-23”

Global smartphone shipments expected to decline 1.1% in 2023: IDC

As weak demand continues, global smartphone shipments are expected to decrease by 1.1% in 2023, pushing recovery into 2024, as reported by the IDC tracker. Earlier, IDC reported Indian smartphone shipments decreased 10% YoY in 2022. Continue reading “Global smartphone shipments expected to decline 1.1% in 2023: IDC”

Cat S75 rugged phone with 6.6″ FHD+ 120Hz display, satellite messaging announced

Bullitt Group has introduced Cat S75, the company’s next rugged phone, and the first phone with MediaTek’s NTN (non-terrestrial network) chip for two-way satellite messaging support. Continue reading “Cat S75 rugged phone with 6.6″ FHD+ 120Hz display, satellite messaging announced”

Indian smartphone shipments decline 10% YoY in 2022: IDC

According to the International Data Corporation’s (IDC) quarterly and annual report, India smartphone market saw 144.3 million smartphones in 2022, down by 10.2% YoY (year-over-year), despite multiple price discounts and channel schemes, high inventory levels after Diwali. Continue reading “Indian smartphone shipments decline 10% YoY in 2022: IDC”

Global smartphone shipments declined 18.3% YoY in Q4 2022: IDC

According to IDC, global smartphone shipments decreased 18.3% YoY to 300.3 million units in Q4 2022. IDC’s previous report also indicated a 9.7% YoY decline in mobile in Q3 2022. Continue reading “Global smartphone shipments declined 18.3% YoY in Q4 2022: IDC”