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Samsung leads as global smartphone shipments rise 2%
Samsung leads as global smartphone shipments rise 2%

Time of India

time12 hours ago

  • Business
  • Time of India

Samsung leads as global smartphone shipments rise 2%

Global smartphone shipments rose by 2% year-on-year (YoY) in Q2 2025, according to Counterpoint Research . This marks the second consecutive quarter of growth, driven mainly by increased demand in North America, Japan, and Europe.'The earlier concerns around tariffs, which disrupted shipments in Q1, started to ease in the second quarter,' said the firm's research director, Tarun Pathak. 'Still, markets like China and North America continued to feel some impact, leading North America to stockpile shipments.'Pathak also noted that affordable and entry-level 5G phones have gained popularity in emerging markets, while premium smartphone demand remained stable in mature held on to its position as the top smartphone brand globally in Q2 2025, posting an 8% YoY increase in shipments.'The growth, which followed a strong Q1 driven by the Galaxy S25 series, came on the back of mid-tier phones' stabilising performance across key markets, especially the A-series refresh. The company's foldables and AI-led features helped retain brand stickiness,' said Shilpi Jain, Counterpoint Research's senior analyst, on Samsung's remained in second place with a 4% YoY increase. This was driven by early demand ahead of expected tariffs in North America and strong sales in India and Japan. Both the iPhone 16 and iPhone 15 series continued to perform well.'We expect Apple to keep this momentum in H2 as well with the expected launch of the iPhone 17 series and increasing focus on ecosystem product bundling,' the report followed closely in third place, with shipments staying largely flat compared to the previous year. Vivo and Oppo took fourth and fifth spots, respectively, supported by a stable mid-tier segment performance and improving demand in overseas markets such as Latin America and the Middle East and Africa (MEA).Motorola stood out as one of the fastest-growing major brands, recording 16% YoY growth. The company's performance was driven by strong sales in India, steady expansion in North America's prepaid segment, and increasing competitiveness in the mid-range 5G category.

India's Smartphone Market Grows 7% To Reach 39 Million Units In April-June
India's Smartphone Market Grows 7% To Reach 39 Million Units In April-June

India.com

time18 hours ago

  • Business
  • India.com

India's Smartphone Market Grows 7% To Reach 39 Million Units In April-June

New Delhi: Driven by easing inventory challenges and renewed vendor activity, India's smartphone market rebounded in the April-June period, growing 7 per cent year to reach 39 million units, according to a new report. The growth was primarily fuelled by fresh launches concentrated in the second quarter, following a cautious Q1 where vendors held back due to elevated inventory levels, according to Canalys (now part of Omdia). "Heightened competition beyond the top five is reshaping India's smartphone landscape, as premium incumbents and design-led challengers refine their playbooks,' said Sanyam Chaurasia, Principal Analyst. Apple ranked sixth in Q2 2025, with the iPhone 16 family accounting for over 55 per cent of its shipments, while the iPhone 15 and 13 continued to drive demand across price tiers. According to the report, Vivo (excluding iQOO) led the market with 8.1 million units shipped and a 21 per cent market share. Samsung followed in second place with 6.2 million units and a 16 per cent market share. OPPO (excluding OnePlus) climbed to third with 5 million units, edging past Xiaomi, which also shipped 5 million. realme completed the top five with 3.6 million units. 'With limited organic demand, India's smartphone market in H2 2025 will hinge more on channel execution than product launches,' stated Chaurasia. Brands are actively locking inventory with distributors and retailers through channel incentive programs ahead of the upcoming festive season in India. These include high-value rewards – ranging from foreign trips to vehicle rewards – tied to performance during Monsoon sales, Durga Puja and Diwali cycles, the report said. Retail infrastructure upgrades are gaining pace, with improved booth setups, structured shelf placements and stricter quarterly targets for promoter engagement and in-store execution. At the same time, brands are doubling down on affordability by expanding long-tenure financing options, especially for mid- to high-end models.

Delivery boy arrested for stealing gadgets from Powai apartment
Delivery boy arrested for stealing gadgets from Powai apartment

Time of India

time2 days ago

  • Time of India

Delivery boy arrested for stealing gadgets from Powai apartment

Mumbai: A delivery boy working with a food app was arrested by Powai police for stealing expensive gadgets from the residence of a software engineer. Investigations revealed that the accused, Shailesh Gangurde, 44, was involved in six other offences in the past. The software engineer lives with his roommates in Powai. On July 2, he woke up around 7.15 am and stepped out of the house to make a phone call as his roommates were still asleep. He left the door to the apartment open. When he returned sometime later, his MacBook Pro costing Rs 2 lakh and a friend's iPhone 15 worth Rs 60,000 were missing. After searching everywhere in the house, a complaint was lodged with Powai police. As part of their probe, the police team went through footage from surveillance cameras in the vicinity. They learnt that a food delivery boy visited the building at the time of the theft. They tracked him down to Ghatkopar and arrested him. During the investigation, it was learnt that he was working with the food app for the past three years and would steal valuables from houses where the door was left open. You Can Also Check: Mumbai AQI | Weather in Mumbai | Bank Holidays in Mumbai | Public Holidays in Mumbai Three of the offences committed by him were in Powai. Police have recovered stolen valuables worth Rs 2.8 lakh from him.

iPhone 17 Pro Series Colours Leaked: Ready For Some Bright Surprises?
iPhone 17 Pro Series Colours Leaked: Ready For Some Bright Surprises?

News18

time5 days ago

  • News18

iPhone 17 Pro Series Colours Leaked: Ready For Some Bright Surprises?

Last Updated: iPhone 17 Pro series could get a colour refresh from Apple this year and new leaks suggest some drastic changes might happen. iPhone 17 Pro series will once again be the awaited model from Apple this year and it seems the company is planning for some colourful surprises. A new leak suggests the iPhone 17 Pro and 17 Pro Max could go beyond the regular silver and gold shades when it launches this year. The 17 Pro edition from Apple is tipped to get a host of upgrades, including a new look for the rear camera module, but another big change could be the colour variants for these models. We've seen the company go for brighter shades for the iPhone 15 and 16 series earlier, and now it could be time for the 17 Pro series to get some colourful action. The leaked renders shared via multiple sources this week claim the iPhone 17 Pro and 17 Pro Max models could have black, white, grey colours along with the new additions of dark blue and orange variant this year. Yes, the iPhone premium variant could have a new orange shade which is definitely a refreshing twist and it seems people are intrigued to see how these new colours look, if Apple does actually plan to make them official. iPhone 17 Pro And 17 Pro Max Specs Expected Last year we got the A18 Pro version and now it is time to see the A19 Pro SoC powering the new Pro lineup for the company in 2025. The iPhone 17 Pro and 17 Pro Max models could come with 12GB RAM as the standard this year which should aid its levels and AI support further. Apple is rumoured to bring a new 48MP telephoto lens which should be a notable upgrade on the 12MP lens that the iPhone 16 Pro models got last year. Will these changes force Apple to hike the iPhone prices, rumours suggest it will have no choice but to revise them. The iPhone 17 Pro prices could start from around Rs 1,30,000 as per reports, which then pushes the 17 Pro Max into the 2 lakh+ territory for the highest variant. view comments First Published: July 18, 2025, 07:30 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.

iPhones to get banned in US for using Chinese displays? Here is what Apple is saying
iPhones to get banned in US for using Chinese displays? Here is what Apple is saying

India Today

time6 days ago

  • Business
  • India Today

iPhones to get banned in US for using Chinese displays? Here is what Apple is saying

Amid rising tensions between display makers, a recent case in the United States has raised concerns over whether iPhones using Chinese-made screens could face trouble in the US market. But Apple has stepped forward to clarify that its products are not part of the dispute and will not be impacted in any comes after the US International Trade Commission (ITC) gave a preliminary ruling in a case involving Chinese display manufacturer BOE. The company, which has been supplying OLED panels for iPhones since 2021, has been accused of using Samsung's trade secrets related to display technology. The ITC has reportedly found merit in Samsung's complaint and has proposed restrictions on to the ITC, BOE and its associated firms violated US trade rules by importing or planning to sell OLED display parts in the US that were allegedly based on confidential Samsung tech. The Commission has suggested banning BOE from shipping these panels to the US and also stopping them from selling any leftover stock within the country. Given that BOE is one of the suppliers of Apple's iPhones (alongside Samsung and LG), some reports suggest this could affect Apple's recent and upcoming models, including the iPhone 15, iPhone 16, and possibly even the iPhone 17. However, Apple has issued a clear statement dismissing any such link.'Apple is not a party to this case, and the order has no impact on any Apple products,' the company informed 9To5Mac, addressing speculation that the ITC order could lead to a ban on certain is also important to note that the ruling is not final yet. The ITC's decision is currently at a preliminary stage, and a final verdict is expected later in the year. Once that happens, the US President will have a 60-day window to either approve or reject the reports suggest that BOE has been approved by Apple to supply LTPO OLED panels for Chinese versions of the iPhone 17 Pro series. But these displays reportedly didn't meet Apple's standards for a global rollout. If any changes happen in Apple's supplier strategy going forward, they're likely to be business decisions based on product performance and not because of this legal case.- Ends

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