India’s smartphone market expanded by 4% year-over-year (YoY) in 2024, with shipments reaching 151 million units, according to the IDC Worldwide Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker. Strong growth of 7% in the first half balanced a slower 2% growth in the second half. However, the market saw a slight dip in Q4 2024, with shipments declining by 3% to 36 million units. Continue reading “Indian smartphone market grew 4% YoY in 2024: IDC”
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Indian premium smartphone market grew 36% YoY in 2024: CMR
India’s smartphone market in 2024 reflected varied consumer preferences, with notable growth in premium segments. According to the CyberMedia Research (CMR) India Mobile Handset Market Review Report for CY2024, the premium smartphone segment (Rs. 25,000- Rs. 50,000) continued its double-digit growth. Continue reading “Indian premium smartphone market grew 36% YoY in 2024: CMR”
Global smartphone market rebounds with 7% growth in 2024: Report
The global smartphone market rebounded in 2024, growing by 7% and reaching 1.22 billion units, according to the latest Canalys research. This marks a recovery after two consecutive years of decline. Continue reading “Global smartphone market rebounds with 7% growth in 2024: Report”
Indian smartphone market revenue grew 9% YoY in 2024: Counterpoint
The Indian smartphone market witnessed a significant increase in wholesale revenue by 9% year-over-year (YoY) in 2024, reaching an all-time high, according to Counterpoint’s Monthly India Smartphone Tracker. Continue reading “Indian smartphone market revenue grew 9% YoY in 2024: Counterpoint”
Global smartphone shipments increase 6.4% YoY in 2024: IDC
International Data Corporation (IDC) has released its latest Worldwide Smartphone Market Tracker, reporting that smartphone shipments increased 2.4% year-over-year (YoY) to 331.7 million units in 4Q24. In 2024, the market saw a 6.4% growth and 1.24 billion shipments, marking a strong recovery after two challenging years of decline.
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iQOO 13 and Snapdragon 8 Elite: A Technological Symphony Redefining Performance
The smartphone industry has always been a race to achieve bleeding-edge innovation, and iQOO’s latest flagship, the iQOO 13, stands as a testament to this philosophy. At the heart of this technological marvel lies the powerhouse Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, Qualcomm’s most advanced offering to date.
iQOO’s strategic collaboration with Qualcomm to bring this chipset into their flagship phone has resulted in a product that not only challenges the status quo but sets a new gold standard for what users can expect from a premium smartphone.
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Thinking of buying an iPhone for the New Year? Here are some great alternatives
Is the iPhone the only smartphone worth considering buying for the holidays or new year? Not at all! While Apple’s flagship device offers a premium experience, there are several outstanding Android alternatives powered by the Snapdragon Mobile Platform, offering comparable or even superior features at competitive prices. Continue reading “Thinking of buying an iPhone for the New Year? Here are some great alternatives”
The Subtle Supremacy: Dissecting Snapdragon’s Hold on the Foldable Phone Market
The rise of foldable phones has ushered in a new era of mobile innovation, with devices that seamlessly morph between compact portability and expansive displays. But beneath the captivating allure of folding screens lies a crucial component driving this technological leap: the processor. And in this arena, Snapdragon has quietly but firmly established itself as the dominant force. While the foldable phone market is a hotbed of competition, a closer look reveals that Snapdragon processors are the engine behind a significant majority of these devices. This isn’t mere coincidence; it’s a result of Snapdragon’s strategic alignment with the unique demands of foldable technology.
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India smartphone shipments up 3% YoY in Q3 2024: Report
India’s smartphone shipments increased by 3% YoY in Q3 2024 (July-September), while its value surged by an impressive 12% YoY to reach an all-time record for a single quarter, according to the latest report from Counterpoint Research.
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Global smartphone shipments up 4% YoY in Q3 2024: IDC
Global smartphone shipments reached 316.1 million units in Q3 2024, marking a 4.0% year-over-year (YoY) increase, according to IDC’s Worldwide Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker. Continue reading “Global smartphone shipments up 4% YoY in Q3 2024: IDC”
itel Flip One keypad flip phone launched in India for Rs. 2499
itel today launched its first flip keypad feature phone, the Flip One, in India. This launch follows an announcement made a few months ago. Continue reading “itel Flip One keypad flip phone launched in India for Rs. 2499”
itel Flip One keypad flip phone teased ahead of India launch
itel has announced its entry into the feature flip phone market with the launch of its first Flip Keypad phone, the Flip One. Continue reading “itel Flip One keypad flip phone teased ahead of India launch”
Indian smartphone market grew 7% YoY in Q2 2024: IDC
The Indian smartphone market shipped 69 million units in the first half of 2024, reflecting a 7.2% year-over-year (YoY) growth. In the second quarter of 2024 (2Q24), 35 million smartphones were shipped, marking a 3.2% YoY growth. Continue reading “Indian smartphone market grew 7% YoY in Q2 2024: IDC”
India smartphone shipments down 2% YoY in Q2 2024; Nothing sees 567% YoY growth in H1 2024: Counterpoint
India’s smartphone shipments decreased by 2% year-over-year (YoY) in Q2 2024 (April-June), according to Counterpoint Research, following a notable increase in Q1 2024. Continue reading “India smartphone shipments down 2% YoY in Q2 2024; Nothing sees 567% YoY growth in H1 2024: Counterpoint”
Global smartphone shipments up 6.5% YoY in Q2 2024: IDC
Global smartphone shipments saw 6.5% year-over-year growth, totaling 285.4 million units in the second quarter of 2024 (2Q24), according to preliminary data by the IDC Worldwide Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker. Continue reading “Global smartphone shipments up 6.5% YoY in Q2 2024: IDC”