Global Smartphone Market Grows 3% in Q1 2025 But Future Uncertain; Apple Takes #1 Spot in Q1 For First Time
The global smartphone market continued its growth trajectory in Q1 2025. Smartphone sell-through grew 3% YoY during the quarter, driven by growth in emerging markets and a subsidy-led demand boost in China.Helped by the iPhone 16e launch and continued expansion in emerging markets, Apple took the #1 spot in Q1 2025, its first ever for the first quarter, with a 19% share. Strong sales growth in markets like Japan and India helped.The global smartphone market is likely to show a decline in 2025, a...
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