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technology2 months ago

Google Pixel 10 Breaks Sales Records Amid iPhone 17 Success

Google's Pixel 10 smartphone lineup experienced a record 28% YoY sales increase in the US in September 2025, driven by effective marketing and strong sales of the Pixel 10 Pro XL, coinciding with the launch of Apple's iPhone 17. The success is particularly notable in the $600+ market segments at T-Mobile and Verizon, though less so at AT&T. Google is preparing to launch the Pixel 10a in early 2026 with a conservative design and expected features.

technology2 months ago

iPhone 17 Drives Record Sales Growth and Upgrade Frenzy

Apple's iPhone 17, featuring its biggest redesign in years, has sparked a strong upgrade frenzy, boosting smartphone sales and market confidence despite recent delays and geopolitical tensions. Early demand indicators, longer shipping times, and increased trade-in programs suggest a robust sales cycle, potentially reversing a decline in revenues and setting the stage for a strong holiday season.

technology7 months ago

Apple Gains Ground in Europe's Smartphone Market Despite Competition and High Prices

The iPhone 16e debuted in Europe's top 10 smartphones in its first month, capturing 8% of Apple's regional sales, but its performance is weaker compared to previous mid-tier iPhones due to higher pricing and competition from older models like the iPhone 15. Despite modest sales, it marks a positive development for Apple amid regulatory challenges in Europe.

technology7 months ago

iPhone 16 Dominates Q1 2025 Global Smartphone Sales

The iPhone 16 was the best-selling smartphone globally in Q1 2025, marking a rare lead for a base iPhone model since 2022, driven by strong sales in Japan, Middle East, and Africa. Apple secured five of the top ten spots, with the iPhone 16 Pro Max and 16 Pro also performing well. Samsung's Galaxy S25 Ultra saw a decline, while models like the Galaxy A16 5G and A06 gained ground, especially in emerging markets. Xiaomi's Redmi 14C 4G experienced significant growth, highlighting the demand for affordable smartphones.

business-technology1 year ago

"Apple's iPhone Sales Drop 24% in China as Huawei Surges"

Apple's iPhone sales in China have dropped 24% year-over-year in the first six weeks of the year, facing stiff competition from Huawei, which saw a 64% surge in smartphone sales. Analysts attribute the decline to strong competition in the market and lack of significant upgrades in the latest iPhone model. Apple's share of the Chinese smartphone market has dropped to 15.7%, putting it in fourth place. Despite this, Apple reported strong iPhone sales worldwide, except in China, and CEO Tim Cook emphasized the competitiveness of the Chinese smartphone market.

businesstechnology1 year ago

"Apple's iPhone Sales Drop 24% in China Amid Huawei's Resurgence"

Apple's iPhone sales in China dropped 24% in the first six weeks of 2024, facing tough competition from local smartphone brands like Huawei, Oppo, Vivo, and Xiaomi. Huawei's smartphone business is experiencing a resurgence in China, with a 64% year-over-year increase in shipments, particularly after the launch of its Mate 60 smartphone. Apple shares were down more than 2% in early trading in the U.S. as the company also faced supply chain disruptions due to Covid-19 lockdowns in China.

technology2 years ago

"Apple Takes Lead Over Samsung in Global Smartphone Sales"

Apple has dethroned Samsung to become the top global smartphone seller, with a 20.1% market share in 2023, according to the International Data Corporation. This marks a significant shift as Samsung had held the top spot for the past 12 years. Apple's success is attributed to strong sales of the iPhone 14 and continued demand for the iPhone 15, while Samsung experienced a 13.6% decline in smartphone shipments. Additionally, Chinese-based Transsion saw a remarkable 30.8% growth in smartphone shipments, contributing to the changing landscape of global smartphone sales.

technology2 years ago

"Samsung's Camera Component Prices Set to Rise in 2022"

Samsung, one of the major suppliers of CMOS image sensor (CIS) components for smartphones, is set to increase prices for these camera components in 2024. The sluggish smartphone sales in recent years led to a decline in demand for CIS components, but with the market rebounding and phone sales increasing, Samsung has seen a rise in demand and is raising prices by an average of 25%. The price increase mainly affects components with 32MP and higher resolutions, and it remains to be seen if it will impact the prices of Samsung's own Galaxy phones with higher resolution cameras.

technology2 years ago

Huawei's Mate 60 Pro Sells 1.6 Million Units in Six Weeks, Outshining iPhone 15 in China

Huawei has sold 1.6 million Mate 60 Pro handsets in just six weeks, with over 400,000 units sold in the last two weeks alone, according to research firm Counterpoint. This comes as Huawei defies the smartphone slowdown and enjoys strong demand for its high-end smartphones. The launch of the Mate 60 Pro, which uses a domestically made chip, has been met with high demand and limited availability. In contrast, iPhone 15 sales in China were down 4.5% compared to the iPhone 14 in the first 17 days. Huawei, Honor, and Transsion Group were the only brands to record year-on-year growth in the global smartphone market, which contracted by 8% in the third quarter.

technology2 years ago

Apple Poised to Dominate Smartphone Market as Sales Hit Decade Low

Global smartphone sales are expected to decline by 6% in 2023, making it the lowest-selling year in a decade. Economic challenges in Asia and North America have contributed to this decline. However, Apple's smartphone revenue could surpass its competitors' due to relatively solid sales in the premium and ultra-premium market segments. Counterpoint Research suggests that Apple is well-positioned to outsell its competitors on a unit basis, potentially claiming the top spot for the first time.

technology2 years ago

"Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 Dominates Preorders and Reviews with Innovative Design"

Samsung's new foldable phones, the Galaxy Z Flip 5 and the Fold 5, are breaking preorder records, with over 1 million pre-orders in South Korea alone. The Flip 5 accounts for 70% of these orders, indicating increasing popularity for foldable devices. While folding phones are not expected to overtake traditional ones, their success is likely to inspire other manufacturers to enter the foldable phone market.