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Global smartphone shipments fall to 13-year second-quarter low as chip shortages squeeze demand

The global smartphone industry recorded its weakest second-quarter performance in more than a decade as persistent shortages of memory chips continued to disrupt production, increase device prices and weigh on consumer demand. According to preliminary estimates from Counterpoint Research, worldwide......

Xiaomi warns flagship smartphones could exceed $1,400 by late 2026

Xiaomi president Lu Weibing warned Friday that premium smartphones in China could surpass 10,000 yuan, or roughly $1,400 to $1,500, by the second half of 2026 as memory chip shortages continue driving manufacturing costs sharply higher across the industry. The warning came during a livestream event......

Apple suppliers surge as iPhone 17 production targets rise

Apple’s supply chain stocks rallied after the company reportedly increased its iPhone production targets for the first three quarters of fiscal year 2026 to 163 million units, reflecting growing confidence in demand for the iPhone 17 lineup and renewed momentum across the premium smartphone market. The......

India smartphone shipments fall to six-year low in Q1

India’s smartphone market recorded its weakest first-quarter performance in six years, as rising costs and higher retail prices dampened consumer demand, according to recent industry analysis. Shipments declined by around 3% year-on-year in the first quarter of 2026, reflecting mounting pressure......

iPhone 16 leads global smartphone sales in 2025

The iPhone 16 topped worldwide smartphone sales in 2025, with Apple claiming seven of the top ten spots, according to fresh data from market research firm Counterpoint Research. This ranking highlights Apple's strong performance across consumer and premium models throughout the year, while Samsung......

Android dominates Arab smartphone markets amid economic divides

Recent data highlights Android's continued dominance over iPhone in smartphone markets across Arab countries, with notable variations between nations. In conflict-affected areas, Android's market share exceeds 90 percent, while affluent Gulf states exhibit stronger iPhone adoption. This divergence......

Indonesia's Smartphone Ban Sparks Debate

Indonesia's recent ban on the iPhone 16 and Google Pixel has ignited frustration among tech enthusiasts and raised questions about the country's regulatory approach. The prohibition stems from the government's Tingkat Komponen Dalam Negeri (TKDN) policy, requiring phones to have at least......

Huawei's Trifold Phone: A New Contender in the Luxury Smartphone Market

Huawei's innovative trifold phone, the Mate XT, is gaining traction among affluent iPhone enthusiasts in Beijing. Despite the launch of the highly anticipated iPhone 16, many Chinese consumers are showing an equal, if not greater, interest in Huawei's latest offering. CNBC's spot checks......

Huawei's Mate XT Tri-Fold Smartphone Sees Over 2.7 Million Pre-Orders Ahead of Apple’s iPhone 16 Launch

Huawei Technologies has made a striking entrance into the foldable smartphone market with its new Mate XT tri-fold device, amassing over 2.7 million pre-orders within days of its unveiling. This surge in interest comes as the Chinese tech giant strategically positions its launch just ahead of Apple’s......