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Qualcomm is suing Transsion, the fourth-largest smartphone maker, for allegedly violating four non-essential patents. The legal action, taking place in New Delhi, India, aims to claim licensing fees from Transsion, which primarily uses MediaTek chipsets in its devices. This marks the first time Transsion faces a patent violation lawsuit, and the outcome could potentially force the company to pay millions in fees.
Qualcomm is suing Transsion, the fourth-largest smartphone maker globally, over four non-standard essential patents. Transsion, which primarily uses MediaTek and Unisoc chips, does not currently sell devices with Qualcomm chips, complicating Qualcomm's usual licensing strategy. The lawsuit could force Transsion to pay licensing fees, potentially impacting its budget-focused business model. Transsion is also facing legal pressures from Phillips and Nokia over patent issues.
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.
In 2023, Apple surpassed Samsung to become the top smartphone seller, shipping 234.6 million units with a 20.1% market share, while Samsung shipped 226.6 million units with a 19.4% share. Xiaomi, Oppo, and Transsion followed in the rankings. Apple's shipments grew by 3.7%, while Transsion's grew by 30.8%, but overall smartphone shipments fell by 3.2% compared to 2022. In the fourth quarter of 2023, Apple maintained its lead, with the market growing by 8.5% compared to the same period in 2022.
Chinese smartphone manufacturer Transsion has become the world's fifth largest smartphone manufacturer, surpassing Vivo, according to market reports. While relatively unknown in Europe and North America, Transsion has gained a strong foothold in emerging markets, particularly Africa, where it outsells Samsung and Xiaomi. Its focus on affordable smartphones has contributed to its growth, although it recently released its first foldable device under the Tecno brand. However, the future remains uncertain as smartphone shipments are expected to decline in developed markets, presenting an opportunity for manufacturers targeting emerging markets.